Ep 21. Someone to Watch Over Me

While on a mission in the Delta Quadrant, the crew of the starship Voyager stumble upon a planet with a highly advanced society. As they investigate, they discover that one of the inhabitants, a young woman named Tal, has a curious fascination with their chief medical officer, the Doctor.

Despite his initial reluctance, the Doctor agrees to take Tal on as his student. As he teaches her about human behavior, the two form an unlikely friendship. However, their relationship is not without its challenges as Tal struggles to understand her own emotions, especially when it comes to her growing feelings for the Doctor.

Meanwhile, the rest of the crew faces their own challenges as they continue to search for a way back home. Captain Janeway must navigate a difficult political situation with the leaders of the planet, while Tom Paris and Harry Kim attempt to repair the ship's warp engines.

As the episode unfolds, the crew must confront the complexities of human relationships and the importance of finding someone to watch over them in times of struggle and uncertainty. With its thoughtful exploration of human nature and its emphasis on the power of connection and empathy, Star Trek: Voyager season 5 episode 21 is a powerful and moving installment in the beloved science fiction series.