What is Star Trek: Voyager about?

Star Trek: Voyager is a science fiction television series set in the 24th century and is part of the larger Star Trek universe. The plot unfolds as the USS Voyager, a Starfleet vessel, is catapulted to the Delta Quadrant, which is 75 years away from the Federation space at the ship's highest warp capability. The series explores the journey of Voyager's crew as they strive to return to Earth while overcoming the challenges of unknown territory filled with new alien civilizations and unpredictable dangers. The crew is a diverse mix of Starfleet officers and Maquis rebels, who are forced to unite under the command of Captain Kathryn Janeway following an incident that strands them far from home. As they make their way back through the Delta Quadrant, they adhere to Starfleet principles and directives, often helping other species they encounter while also seeking technologies and resources that could shorten their journey. The show expands on the Star Trek ethos of exploration and diplomacy against a backdrop of isolation and the search for camaraderie and common purpose among a group of individuals from different backgrounds and beliefs. Airing from 1995 to 2001, Star Trek: Voyager added to the franchise's lore by introducing unique species like the Borg and the Vidiians, as well as developing the concept of the bio-neural circuitry in starships and the role of a holographic doctor as a full crew member. It also delved into the complexities of leadership and the moral dilemmas faced by Captain Janeway as she guided her crew through uncharted and often perilous space.

The first episode of Star Trek: Voyager aired on January 16, 1995 and the most recent episode to air was on May 23, 2001.