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In Purgatory's Shadow

Episode aired Feb 10, 1997
TV-PG
46m

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8.7/10

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Michael Dorn and Andrew Robinson in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993)

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A coded message from the Gamma Quadrant leads Garak to believe his mentor, Enabran Tain, is still alive. He and Worf seek him out, only to discover something much worse: a Dominion invasion ... Read allA coded message from the Gamma Quadrant leads Garak to believe his mentor, Enabran Tain, is still alive. He and Worf seek him out, only to discover something much worse: a Dominion invasion fleet poised to attack the Alpha Quadrant.A coded message from the Gamma Quadrant leads Garak to believe his mentor, Enabran Tain, is still alive. He and Worf seek him out, only to discover something much worse: a Dominion invasion fleet poised to attack the Alpha Quadrant.

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Alexander Siddig in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993)

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J.G. Hertzler in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993)

Andrew Robinson in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993)

Marc Alaimo in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993)

Michael Dorn and Terry Farrell in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993)

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Trivia
This episode is dedicated to Derek Garth (22 July 1946 - 16 December 1996). Prior to working as a grip (lighting and rigging technician) on DS9, he was also a grip on other Universal productions. He died in a car accident.

Goofs
At one point, Kira and Ziyal are having a conversation where the camera alternates shots from showing Kira in the foreground with the camera angle coming from behind Ziyal, to Ziyal in the foreground with the camera angle coming from behind Kira. When Kira is in the foreground, she is wearing her Bajoran earring on her right ear. When the shot shifts to her in the background, she (perhaps a stand-in) is no longer wearing the earring.

Quotes
Worf: What about Garak?
Captain Sisko: I want him back too. I suppose I don't have to tell you to keep a close eye on him.
Worf: At the first sign of betrayal I will kill him, but I promise to return the body intact.
Captain Sisko: I assume that's a joke?
Worf: We will see.

Connections
References Cheers (1982)

Soundtracks
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine - Main Title
(uncredited)
Written by Dennis McCarthy
Performed by Dennis McCarthy

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9/10

Watch both parts in one sitting If you can

Garak and Worf go on a mission to the Gamma Quadrant.

This is a very strong start to a classic two-parter.

It provides a great set-up to an adventure story that includes plot lines that makes the overarching DS9 narrative more interesting and gives certain characters high quality material.

I cannot give details without spoiling but it's safe to say that characters like Garak, Worf, Dr Bashir, Kira, and Gul Dukat all have memorable scenes and some great lines of dialogue.

The situation certain characters find themselves in towards the latter part of the episode is very compelling and makes you want to find out what happens next.

All actors are on fine form. Michael Dorn, Nana Visitor, Andrew Robinson, and Marc Alaimo stand out for me.

The overall story flows better if you watch 'By Inferno's Light' immediately after.

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