The fifth installment in the "Star Trek" sci-fi adventure franchise. This prequel to the original "Star Trek" series is set early in the 22nd century, 100 years before Captain James T. Kirk helmed the starship Enterprise. The series explores the history of intergalactic upheaval that eventually leads to the formation of The Federation. Characters include: Captain Jonathan Archer; Chief Engineer Commander Charlie Tucker; Lieutenant Malcolm Reed; Ensign Hoshi Sato; Phlox; and Sub Commander T'Pol.