Star Trek isn't always just about the heroes. On this day in 1994, The Next Generation introduced us to "Lower Decks" which, decades later, would inspire "Star Trek: Lower Decks." Get the story on today's Sci-Fi 5!

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Written by Andrew and Owen Beal

Hosted by Kim Horcher

Music by Devin Curry