The Hunted (Star Trek: The Next Generation) also notes that they may reapply to join the Federation at a later date. The Hunted (Star Trek: The Next Generation) "The Hunted" is the 11th episode of the of the syndicated American science fiction television series "", and the 59th episode of the series overall. Set in the 24th century, the series follows the adventures of the crew of the Federation starship "Enterprise". In this episode, as Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart) and his staff meet with the leaders of the planet Angosia III who are petitioning for Federation membership, they find themselves learning more than expected about the Angosians
Descent (Star Trek: The Next Generation) Descent (Star Trek: The Next Generation) "Descent" is the 26th episode of the and the first episode of the of the American science fiction television series "", the 152nd and 153rd episodes overall. Set in the 24th century, the series follows the adventures of the crew of the Federation starship "Enterprise". The episode features a guest appearance by Stephen Hawking, making it the only episode to feature a guest star appearing as themselves on any "Trek" series. On the holodeck, Lt. Commander Data plays a game of poker with holographic representations of Sir Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, and Stephen Hawking.