Data (Star Trek) Data (Star Trek) Data ( ) is a character in the fictional "Star Trek" franchise. He appears in the television series "" ("TNG") and the feature films "Star Trek Generations" (1994), "" (1996), "" (1998), and "" (2002). Data is portrayed by actor Brent Spiner. Data was found by Starfleet in 2338 as the sole survivor on Omicron Theta in the rubble of a colony left after an attack from the Crystalline Entity. He was a synthetic life form with artificial intelligence and designed and built by Doctor Noonien Soong in his own likeness (likewise portrayed by Spiner). Data is
In Theory (Star Trek: The Next Generation) In Theory (Star Trek: The Next Generation) "In Theory" is the 25th episode of the of the American science fiction television series "", originally aired on June 3, 1991, in broadcast syndication. The episode was written by Joe Menosky and Ronald D. Moore and was the directorial debut of cast member Patrick Stewart. Set in the 24th century, the series follows the adventures of the crew of the Federation starship "Enterprise". In this episode, Data (Brent Spiner) accepts the affections of shipmate Jenna D'Sora (Michele Scarabelli) and pursues a romantic relationship with her. However, Jenna soon comprehends the downside of