Screen Rant

Deep Space Nine's "Whispers" is one of Star Trek's darkest episodes. 1 / 8

Instead of a B-plot, the episode dives into a heavy, thought-provoking story. 2 / 8

Chief Miles O’Brien notices everyone around him is acting suspicious. 3 / 8

Turns out O'Brien was a replicant all along, 4 / 8

He dies, telling the real O’Brien to give his love to his wife, Keiko. 5 / 8

The episode is shot like a noir/psychological thriller. 6 / 8

"Whispers" departs from the typical optimism of the Star Trek franchise. 7 / 8

This episode sparked the semi-annual trend known as “O’Brien Must Suffer.” 8 / 8