2. Arena
Season: 1
Aired: 19 January 1967
Stardate: 3045.6
We’d probably say that ‘Arena’ is the most iconic episode of Trek, for both good and bad reasons. For fans, it’s a great Kirk-centric instalment, and for detractors, the man in the rubber Gorn suit provides endless ammunition. We love the charm of the retro costume, though, and class this as one of the finest.
1. The City On The Edge Of Forever
Season: 1
Aired: 6 April 1967
Stardate: Unknown
Almost universally regarded as the very best Original Series offering, if not the very best episode out of the entire franchise, ‘The City On The Edge Of Forever’ has won endless critical acclaim since its broadcast, and remains a showcase for some of the best (and hammiest) acting in Trek.