(1993-1999, starring Avery Brooks, Nana Visitor, Terry Farrell, René Auberjonois, Alexander Siddig, Armin Shimerman, Colm Meaney, and Michael Dorn; TV-PG)
S6.E19 To save the Federation in a critical moment, Sisko comes to realize that he must violate its fundamental principles. "In the Pale Moonlight" is among the best-received episodes of the series among fans, sparking considerable debate over the ethics and morality portrayed—all in what many consider one of Avery Brooks's finest performances of the series. A survey conducted by Syfy at the end of the series' run placed the episode as fans' favorite, while members of the Official Star Trek Fan Club have ranked it among the top ten.
