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Star Trek: The Next Generation (TNG) is a science fiction television series created by Gene Roddenberry. It aired from 1987 to 1994 and served as the flagship continuation of the Star Trek franchise, helping to renew interest in the universe after the original series.

Set in the 24th century, about a century after the original series, the show follows the crew of the starship USS Enterprise-D as they explore space, engage with new civilizations, and uphold the principles of the United Federation of Planets. Episodes mix standalone adventures with developing character arcs.

The main cast features Patrick Stewart as Captain Jean-Luc Picard, with Jonathan Frakes as William Riker, LeVar Burton as Geordi La Forge, Gates McFadden as Beverly Crusher, Marina Sirtis as Deanna Troi, Michael Dorn as Worf, Brent Spiner as Data, and Wil Wheaton as Wesley Crusher.

TNG introduced notable concepts such as the holodeck and a more serialized approach within a long-running franchise. It produced 178 episodes over seven seasons and included acclaimed stories like "The Measure of a Man" and "The Inner Light," along with the two-part "The Best of Both Worlds." The series also spawned next-stage films continuing the adventures of its crew, beginning with Generations (1994).

The series is widely regarded as revitalizing Star Trek for a new era, influencing later shows such as Deep Space Nine and Voyager. It is praised for character development, diversity among its cast, and its exploration of ethics, diplomacy, and frontier science.