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Caretaker (Star Trek: Voyager) facts for kids

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"Caretaker" is the very first episode of the TV series Star Trek: Voyager. This show is all about a spaceship and its crew getting lost far from home. They have to find their way back across a huge part of space!

About "Caretaker"

When "Caretaker" first aired on TV, it was a special, extra-long episode. It was like watching two regular episodes back-to-back! Later, for reruns, it was split into two separate parts. This made it easier to show again on television.

When Did It First Air?

This exciting first episode was shown on January 16, 1995. In the world of Star Trek, the story takes place in the year 2371. The specific date in their universe is called stardate 48315.6.

What Happens in the Episode?

In "Caretaker," the crew of the USS Voyager is sent on a mission to find a missing ship. But something unexpected happens! They are suddenly pulled across the galaxy by a powerful alien. This leaves them stranded 70,000 light-years from Earth. The episode shows how the crew, including their captain, Kathryn Janeway, must work together. They also meet new allies and enemies in this unknown part of space. Their main goal becomes finding a way to get back home.

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    Voyager actresses, Kate Mulgrew (Janeway), Roxann Dawson (Torres) and Jennifer Lien (Kes) in 1995

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