---
title: "Star Trek: Lower Decks"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/star-trek-lower-decks-2020"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 85948
imdb_id: "tt9184820"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 5
episodes_count: 50
runtime_minutes: 27
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 457
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/star-trek-lower-decks-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Star Trek: Lower Decks is a comedic animated television series set in the Star Trek universe. The show focuses on the daily lives of support crew members aboard the U.S.S. Cerritos, a Starfleet vessel considered to be one of the least important ships in the fleet. The series follows four ensigns—Mariner, Boimler, Rutherford, and Tendi—as they navigate their routine duties and personal relationships. Their assignments often become complicated when the ship encounters various science fiction anomalies. The series premiered in 2020 and offers a workplace comedy perspective within the established Star Trek setting, highlighting the experiences of junior officers rather than command-level personnel. It is available for streaming on platforms including Disney+. The show blends humor with references to broader Star Trek themes and technology, such as space travel and futuristic celestial phenomena. While maintaining a light tone, it incorporates elements consistent with the franchise's exploration of interstellar adventure.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Support crew members navigate their duties and social lives aboard a low-priority Starfleet vessel."

### Why Watch
- focuses on support crew
- humorous perspective on Starfleet life

### Caveats & Content Note
- features frequent sci-fi anomalies
- Tone & Suitability: The series features animated content depicting the daily lives of Starfleet ensigns.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, comedic, sci-fi

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
Star Trek: Lower Decks is an American adult animated science fiction television series. The series follows the lives of the support crew serving on the USS Cerritos. The show blends humor with heartfelt moments, showcasing the crew's camaraderie and their unique approach to Starfleet duties. The series is set in the Star Trek universe, but its storyline is distinct from other Star Trek series. The series is created by Mike McMahan for the streaming service CBS All Access. The series is classified as a sci-fi and fantasy television show with elements of animation and comedy.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 50
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 15 (30%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 35 (70%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Mike McMahan
- **Networks / Studios**: CBS All Access, Paramount+

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tawny Newsome** as *Beckett Mariner (voice)*
- **Jack Quaid** as *Brad Boimler (voice)*
- **Noël Wells** as *D'Vana Tendi (voice)*
- **Eugene Cordero** as *Sam Rutherford (voice)*
- **Dawnn Lewis** as *Carol Freeman (voice)*
- **Gillian Vigman** as *T’Ana (voice)*
- **Jerry O'Connell** as *Jack Ransom (voice)*
- **Fred Tatasciore** as *Shaxs (voice)*
- **Paul Scheer** as *Andarithio 'Andy' Billups (voice)*
- **Jessica McKenna** as *Barnes / Cerritos Computer (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the show about?
It follows the lives of four ensigns serving on the U.S.S. Cerritos in 2380.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Ensigns Mariner, Boimler, Rutherford, and Tendi.

### Q: What is the U.S.S. Cerritos?
It is one of the least important ships in the Starfleet fleet.

### Q: When is the show set?
The series is set in the year 2380.

### Q: What challenges do the characters face?
They must balance their professional duties and social lives while dealing with various sci-fi anomalies.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Star - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star)
- [Star | Definition, Light, Names, & Facts | Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/science/star-astronomy)
- [Stars - NASA Science](https://science.nasa.gov/universe/stars/)
- [Star Symbol (★, ☆, ⚝) - Copy and Paste Text Symbols ...](https://symbolsdb.com/star-symbol)
- [Disney+ | Stream Movies, TV Shows, Documentaries & More | U.S ...](https://www.disneyplus.com/?msockid=2298ef7b55c5647e2577f8fc54776516)
- [Starfall Education: Kids Games, Movies, Books & Music for K-5 ...](https://www.starfall.com/)

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