Marc Alaimo Movies
- 1997
During the previous week's "In Purgatory's Shadow," the Dominion invasion had begun, with the Jem'Hadar fleet pouring through the wide open wormhole. As this episode begins, the enemy suddenly changes its course and heads toward Cardassian space, prompting Gul Dukat (Marc Alaimo) to give chase, the better to forge a secret alliance with the Dominion, with himself as ruler of Cardassia. Meanwhile, Bashir, Worf and Garak struggle to escape from a Jem'Hadar prison. On still another front, Sisko and Klingon Chancellor Gowron bury the hatchet in order to take on the Dominion/Cardassian cartel together. Written by Ira Steven Behr and Robert Hewitt Wolf, "By Inferno's Light" was originally telecast February 17, 1997. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1997
As was the case in seasons past, the fifth season of Deep Space Nine ended with a crisis situation, as the crew prepares for a devastating Dominion/Cardassian attack. Once again, Sisko tries to forestall the attack by closing off the wormhole, but his efforts are futile. Meanwhile, Odo and Kira put aside their blossoming relationship in the face of imminent destruction, Jake accepts a job as a war correspondent, and Worf proposes to Dax. As the episode hurtles to a close, the unthinkable happens, and the crew surrenders DS9 to the Dominion. Those watching "Call to Arms" during its original June 16, 1997 playdate would have to wait until the following season to witness the outcome of this particularly complex story. "Call to Arms" was written by Ira Steven Behr and Robert Hewitt Wolfe. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1993
Vidal Peterson guest stars as Rugal, an orphaned Cardassian boy who is rescued by DS9. Raised by the Bajorans, Rugal has been conditioned to hate all Cardassians. Even so, his own people demand that he be returned to his biological father (Robert Mandan), sparking a major diplomatic crisis involving Dr. Bashir, Garak, and Gul Dukat (Marc Alaimo). Scripted by James Crocker from a story by Gene Wolande and John Wright, "Cardassians" was first aired October 24, 1993. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1994
While attempting to de-frag an old Cardassian computer system, Jake and O'Brien accidentally activate an automatic security program. As a result, DS9 is instantly locked down, and its self-destruct mechanism is switched on. Unable to reverse this procedure, resident Cardassian Garak tries to convince the computer that he is its original programmer, succeeding only in making things far, far worse. First telecast November 12, 1994, "Civil Defense" was written by Mike Krohn. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1994
Jonathan Frakes recreates his Next Generation role as Commander William Riker...or does he? Paying a visit to DS9, Riker is greeted by Kira, who gives him a guided tour of the Defiant. Suddenly, Riker reveals himself to be his renegade duplicate Thomas Riker, whereupon he steals the Defiant on behalf of the Maquis, an act which threatens to start another war between the Federation and the Cardassians. Originally telecast November 26, 1994, "Defiant" was written by Ronald D. Moore. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1993
Harris Yulin guest stars as Marritza, a Cardassian visitor to DS9. While undergoing medical treatment, Marritza arouses the suspicions of Kira. Could the seemingly mild-mannered Cardassian actual be a notorious war criminal, guilty of unspeakable atrocities at a hellish prison labor camp? First broadcast June 12, 1993, "Duet" was scripted by Peter Allan Fields, from a story by Lisa Rich and Jeanne Carrigan-Fauci. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1995
Constructing a new spaceship based on ancient Bajoran designs, Sisko embarks upon a journey to Cardassia, with his son Jake along for the ride. The purpose of this journey is to prove the veracity of a 600-year-old legend, if the two men can live long enough to complete their mission. Meanwhile, Bashir is reacquainted with Dr. Elizabeth Lense (Bari Hochwald), an old hearthrob from his Starfleet Medical School days. Scripted by Rene Echevarria from a story by Hilary J. Bader, "Explorers" first aired on May 8, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1997
As the Federation continues suffering heavy losses, Sisko embarks upon a bold plan to recapture Deep Space Nine from the Dominion. Meanwhile, back on the imprisoned space station, Rom is sentenced to death for sabotaging a Dominion mission. Through it all, the tenuous relationship between Dominion leaders Weyoun and Dukat continues to disintegrate, as virtually all of the other characters in this continuing "space opera" weave significantly in and out of the proceedings. Originally broadcast October 27, 1997, "Favor the Bold" was written by Ira Steven Behr and Hans Beimler. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1997
Though Garak (Andrew J. Robinson) insists that a mysterious Cardassian-sounding message is insignificant, his subsequent behavior indicates otherwise. Sisko soon learns the truth: the Dominion is mounting yet another attack on the Federation. As Sisko makes preparations to close the wormhole, Garak and Worf are captured by the Jem'Hadar. The episode ends with a cliffhanger, not to be resolved until the following week's installment "By Inferno's Light." Written by Robert Hewitt Wolfe and Ira Steven Behr, "In Purgatory's Shadow" first aired February 10, 1997. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1995
Six years after the disappearance of a Cardassian war ship, parts of the vessel are found floating in space. Hoping to ascertain the whereabouts of the Bajoran prisoners who were being transported by the ship, Kira reluctantly joins forces with Gul Dukat (Marc Alaimo), who, it turns out, has an agenda of his own. Meanwhile, Cassidy Yates (Penny Johnson) insists that Sisko make a lasting commitment in their relationship. Scripted by Nicholas Corea from a story by Toni Marberry and Jack Trevino, "Indiscretion" was first telecast October 23, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1993
After an assault on Quark, a long-unsolved murder case is reopened. As had been the case five years earlier, Odo is put in charge of the investigation, but he wishes that he wasn't. If the existing evidence proves to be reliable, it will be Odo's unenviable task to charge Kira with the murder. Marc Alaimo once again appears in the role of Gul Dukat. Originally telecast on November 13, 1993, "Necessary Evil" was written by Peter Allan Fields. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1996
Kira is surprised to discover that her perennial nemesis Gul Dukat (Marc Alaimo) has been demoted. She is even more surprised by her own acquiescenes when Dukat enlists her aid in restoring his former status. Together, the two former opponents do battle against a Klingon warship which had previously destroyed a vital Cardassian outpost. Originally telecast February 5, 1996, "Return to Grace" was scripted by Hans Beimler from a story by Tom Benko. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1997
Assigned to take charge of a band of unruly Klingon volunteers, Worf is saddened to discover that one of them is his own son Alexander (now played by Marc Worden). Despite the well-meaning intervention of General Martok (J.G. Hertzler), Worf and Alexander are unable to mend the rift between them. In desperation, Worf once again endeavors to turn his bitterly resentful son into a proper Klingon warrior and himself into a worthy father. First broadcast October 13, 1997, "Sons and Daughters" was written by Bradley Thompson and David Weddle. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1993
Deep Space Nine launched its second season with this episode, which originally aired on September 24, 1993. Richard Beymer guest stars as Li Nalas, a legendary Bajoran freedom fighter. Hoping to rescue Li Nalas from a prison colony, the hero-worshipping Kira risks sparking a war between the Cardassians and the newly reunited Bajoran radical factions. Another of the series' many "loyalty vs. duty" exercises, "The Homecoming" was written by Ira Steven Behr and Jeri Taylor. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1994
Part one of this episode introduces the titular Federation rebel group, whose activities would later spill over into Deep Space Nine's sister series Next Generation and Voyager. On this occasion, Sisko learns of the existence of the Maquis and of their scheme to spread terror in the Demilitarized Zone. Sisko must act upon this information before the group is able to spark another war between the Federation and the Cardassians. Scripted by James Crocker from a story by Crocker, Rick Berman, Michael Piller, Jeri Taylor, and Ira Steven Behr, part one of "The Maquis" originally aired April 23, 1994. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1994
In the first installment of this two-parter, Sisko learned of the existence of a Federation terrorist group whose activities threatened to start another war with the Cardassians. In part two, Sisko endeavors to prevent this by forming an uneasy alliance with Cardassian leader Gul Dukat (Marc Alaimo). Complicating matters is the fact that the Maquis is headed by Sisko's old friend Cal Hudson (Bernie Casey). Originally telecast April 30, 1994, part two of "The Maquis" was scripted by Ira Steven Behr from a story by Behr, Rick Berman, Michael Piller, Jeri Taylor and James Crocker. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1997
Heading directly into what seems to be a suicide mission, Sisko and the Defiant crew grimly press onward, still determined to wrest Deep Space Nine away from the Dominion. Despite the assembled forces of 1,000 Dominion vessels, the Defiant manages to break into the wormhole, enabling Sisko to come within firing range of DS9. Fully expecting a battle to the death, he is surprised to learn that he has several allies amongst the Dominion hierarchy. This pivotal episode was written by Ira Steven Behr and Hans Beimler and originally aired November 3, 1997. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
- 1995
Deep Space Nine inaugurated its fourth season with this two hour nail-biter. The story begins as a group of visiting Klingon warriors swarm through DS9, harrassing the passengers and obstructing the crew. Sisko hits upon an idea to solve the dilemma: Assign former Next Generation regular Lt. Worf (Michael Dorn), a Klingon himself, to quell the disturbances. But though he has proven his loyalty to the Federation again and again, Worf is troubled by the notion of turning against his own people. Written by Ira Steven Behr and Robert Hewitt Wolfe, "The Way of a Warrior" was telecast on October 2, 1995. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
