Its success resulted in multiple spinoffs within a relatively short space of time.

After season 6,he went on to co-createStar Trek: Enterpriseand was incredibly senior in all four seasons.

More specifically, he folds in countless jokes that lovingly poke fun at and referenceStar Trek’s classic era.

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One ofSeth MacFarlane’s best cameoswas inStar Trek: Enterprise.

Therefore, it would be unfair to ignore his hard work too.

There’s a good reason for that:ModernStar Trekis intentionally different from the older shows.

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Adrianne Palicki, Penny Johnson Jerald, and Scott Grimes star alongside McFarlane as part of an ensemble cast.

Seth MacFarlane as Captain Ed Mercer looking stern in The Orville

Created by Seth McFarlane and set in the 25th century, The Orville follows the crew of the titular ship and its captain, Ed Mercer (McFarlane) as they explore the galaxy. Inspired by Star Trek, it also spoofs the sci-fi classic, taking a comedic approach to its serialized story and science-fiction premise. Adrianne Palicki, Penny Johnson Jerald, and Scott Grimes star alongside McFarlane as part of an ensemble cast.

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Headshot Of Adrianne Palicki In The FYC special event

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The Orville