[s3e1] Grounded May 2026

For a deep dive into the episode's many Easter eggs and thematic callbacks, watch this detailed review from The Arena Productions: Star Trek Lower Decks S3E1 Grounded Reactions and Review! THE ARENA PRODUCTIONS GAMING HUB YouTube• Aug 27, 2022

While the trial for the Pakled planet explosion looms, Mariner isn't content to wait for Starfleet justice. She assembles the "California Class" team for a low-stakes heist to clear her mother’s name.

The crew visits the historical site of Zefram Cochrane's first warp flight. The site has been turned into a "theme park" complete with a statue and a Phoenix ride.