The Begotten
Odo raises an infant Changeling while Kira gives birth.
"The Begotten" is the 110th episode of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, airing as the 12th episode of the fifth season. It features the return of Dr. Mora Pol, the Bajoran scientist who studied Odo, and explores Odo's attempt to raise an infant Changeling. The episode also depicts Major Kira Nerys giving birth as a surrogate for Keiko and Miles O'Brien.
Quick Facts
- Series
- Star Trek: Deep Space Nine
- Season
- 5
- Episode
- 12
- Production
- 511
- Air date
- 27 January 1997
- Writer
- René Echevarria
- Director
- Jesús Salvador Treviño
- Guests
- Rosalind Chao as Keiko
- Duncan Regehr as Shakaar
- Peggy Roeder as Y'Pora
- James Sloyan as Dr. Mora Pol
Facts from the source article.
Reception
The episode first aired on January 27, 1997, and received Nielsen ratings of 6.2 points. Zack Handlen of The A.V. Club gave a positive review, stating "this shouldn’t work. But it does." Keith DeCandido of Tor.com rated it 6 out of 10, considering it a lost opportunity not to use Worf, who had helped Keiko with her delivery of Molly in "Accession." In 2015, Geek.com recommended it as essential watching for an abbreviated binge guide. In 2018, SyFy recommended it for a Kira Nerys watch guide, noting its connections and beautiful moments. In 2019, Tor.com called it essential for Odo, highlighting the parenting theme and Odo's feelings about his upbringing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed The Begotten?
The Begotten was directed by Jesús Salvador Treviño.
Who wrote The Begotten?
The Begotten was written by René Echevarria.
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