Avery Brooks’ Favorite Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Episode: ‘Far Beyond the Stars’

As a huge fan, I’ve always been struck by how special the episode directed by Avery Brooks is. It really gets at the heart of what makes science fiction so compelling – those core struggles that define the genre. Knowing he also starred in ‘Far Beyond the Stars,’ it’s clear how much of himself he poured into this one. It truly showcases one of the most powerful and moving performances Captain Sisko ever gave. And even now, years later, Avery Brooks still talks about it as his absolute favorite Deep Space Nine episode – and honestly, I can completely understand why!







