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STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Redemption"
#40274-200
Written by
Ronald D. Moore
Directed by
Cliff Bole
THE WRITING CREDITS MAY NOT BE FINAL AND SHOULD NOT BE USED
FOR PUBLICITY OR ADVERTISING PURPOSES WITHOUT FIRST CHECKING
WITH THE TELEVISION LEGAL DEPARTMENT.
Copyright 1991 Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights
Reserved. This script is not for publication or
reproduction. No one is authorized to dispose of same. If
lost or destroyed, please notify the Script Department.
FINAL DRAFT
APRIL 8, 1991
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/9/91 - CAST
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Redemption"
CAST
PICARD GOWRON
RIKER K'TAL
DATA KLINGON FIRST OFFICER
BEVERLY KURN
TROI LURSA
GEORDI B'ETOR
WORF TORAL
MYSTERIOUS WOMAN
GUINAN
MOVAR
KLINGON HELMSMAN
Non-Speaking
GOWRON'S KLINGON AIDE
Non-Speaking 8 KLINGON COUNCIL MEMBERS
TRANSPORTER TECHNICIAN 2 KLINGON GUARDS
SUPERNUMERARIES 2 KLINGON BRIDGE CREW
2 KURN'S KLINGON AIDES
ROMULAN CREWMEMBER
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - SETS
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Redemption"
SETS
INTERIORS EXTERIORS
USS ENTERPRISE USS ENTERPRISE
MAIN BRIDGE
CAPTAIN'S READY ROOM KLINGON ATTACK CRUISER
OBSERVATION LOUNGE
CORRIDOR 2 KLINGON BIRDS OF PREY
PHASER RANGE
TRANSPORTER ROOM KLINGON HOME WORLD
WORF'S QUARTERS KLINGON CITY (MATTE)
KURN'S BIRD OF PREY
KLINGON CRUISER
BRIDGE
READY ROOM
KLINGON CITY
GREAT HALL
DURAS FAMILY HOME
KLINGON BIRD OF PREY
READY ROOM
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/9/91 - PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Redemption"
PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
CH pronounced as in chew or artichoke
Bah BAH (gutteral "H")
B'Etor be-TOR
Bortas bor-TAS
cha'DIch cha-DICH
Doj hon do-zhan
Duras DYUR-as
Ghos GOZ
g'now juk Hol pajhard ga-NOW JUK-hul pa-zhard
hakt'em hock-TEM
Hegh'ta heg-TA
Khitomer KIT-to-mur
K'Tal Ka-TAL
Kurn KURN
La woq yon ghir Klas qimha la-WAK yun-GIR Klas-KIM-ah
Len'mat LIN-mat
Lursa LUR-suh
Mempa MEM-pah
Mogh MOHG
M'Rel ma-REL
naDev ghoS na-DEV GOZ
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/9/91 - PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
CONTINUED:
Qaja plu d'itch jung Kha-JAP loo deeCH JUNG
Qapla' Khap-LA
Suh SUH (gutteral "H")
Toral To-ral
Yintagh yen-TAHG
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/8/91 - TEASER 1.
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Redemption"
TEASER
FADE IN:
1 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
The ship at warp.
PICARD (V.O.)
Captain's log, stardate 44995.3.
We are en route to the Klingon
Home World, where I will
participate in the installation
ceremony of Gowron, the next
designated Leader of the High
Council.
2 INT. WORF'S QUARTERS
WORF is practicing a form of martial art in front of a
large mirror. He is dressed in a workout gi and is
practicing a graceful and fluid kata using his
bat'telth sword... he's been at this for a while and is
disheveled and sweaty.
PICARD (V.O.)
(continuing)
This visit should also provide
an opportunity for one of my
officers to correct... a grave
injustice..
The door CHIMES. Worf finishes the routine before
answering.
WORF
Enter.
PICARD ENTERS and Worf is caught off-guard. He is
immediately embarrassed at receiving his captain in
this manner.
PICARD
Am I intruding?
WORF
No, sir. My apologies, Captain...
I can be back in uniform---
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/8/91 - TEASER 2.
2 CONTINUED:
PICARD
That won't be necessary.
(beat)
I'm not here as your captain.
I'm here as the person that stood
with you before the High
Council... your cha'DIch.
Worf reacts to the word... disturbing memories that
have been on his mind recently. He sets the sword on a
nearby table. After a beat...
PICARD
(continuing)
We'll arrive at your Home World
in less than a day.
Picard lets that hang in the air for a moment. Worf
understands the unspoken question... thinks for a
beat... then turns back to Picard.
WORF
It is not yet time.
Picard half-expected that answer. His attitude is
intimate... personal... they're two men who stood
shoulder to shoulder during a difficult time.
PICARD
That doesn't sound like the man
who came to me a year ago...
fiercely determined to return home
and clear his father's name...
or die trying.
Worf doesn't answer... Picard goes on after a beat.
PICARD
You accepted this... dishonor from
the Council in order to hold the
Empire together.
(beat)
The Empire survives. Isn't it
time to confront the Council...
to regain your family name and
let the truth be known?
WORF
I have been told... that patience
is sometimes a more effective
weapon than a sword.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/8/91 - TEASER 3.
2 CONTINUED: (2)
Picard smiles a little, recognizing one of his own
lessons.
PICARD
Patience is a... human virtue,
one which I am proud to see you've
taken to heart. But this
situation may require a more...
Klingon response.
Beat.
PICARD
(continuing, frank)
Your discommendation is a facade
intended to protect men less
honorable than you. It is a
lie... and lies must be
challenged.
Worf hears the words... he's struggling with the logic
of Picard's argument.
WORF
I have grown... weary of bearing
this dishonor...
After a long beat...
PICARD
We will be in orbit around your
planet for at least two days...
it may be some time before we
return again. I would be
favorably disposed to grant a
leave should you request one.
Worf thinks about this... he's getting closer to doing
just that.
RIKER'S COM VOICE
Bridge to Captain Picard.
WORF
(softly)
Thank you, sir.
PICARD
(hits communicator)
Go ahead, Number One.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/8/91 - TEASER 4.
2 CONTINUED: (3)
RIKER'S COM VOICE
We've been intercepted by the
Klingon vessel Bortas. They claim
to be our escort.
Picard gives Worf a puzzled look.
WORF
No escort was scheduled.
CUT TO:
3 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE & KLINGON CRUISER (OPTICAL)
The Enterprise and a Klingon attack cruiser running
side by side on impulse power.
4 INT. MAIN BRIDGE
RIKER and DATA at their positions. Picard ENTERS.
RIKER
(to Picard)
The Bortas is standing by,
Captain.
PICARD
On screen.
5 INCLUDE VIEWSCREEN (OPTICAL)
GOWRON appears on the viewscreen, sitting in his ready
room. Picard and Riker are surprised.
PICARD
Gowron... this is an unexpected
pleasure.
Gowron's attitude is urgent... no time for
pleasantries.
GOWRON
I must speak with you, Picard.
We have to move quickly if we are
to be successful.
PICARD
Successful?
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/8/91 - TEASER 5.
5 CONTINUED:
GOWRON
Yes.
(beat)
In preventing a Klingon civil war.
On Picard's reaction...
FADE OUT.
END OF TEASER
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 6.
ACT ONE
FADE IN:
6 INT. OBSERVATION LOUNGE
Picard is listening to Gowron. Gowron moves about the
room... restless... a man being kept from what is
rightfully his.
GOWRON
The family of Duras is massing
support... they have many allies
on the Council...
PICARD
But Duras died in disgrace. By
Klingon tradition, his family
should share in that disgrace.
GOWRON
Their corruption has poisoned the
Empire. Honor will soon have
no meaning.
PICARD
Who speaks for his family now?
GOWRON
Lursa and B'Etor... the sisters
of Duras.
PICARD
And they would claim leadership
of the Council?
GOWRON
(shakes his head)
Women may not serve on the
Council...
PICARD
Then how... ?
GOWRON
I don't know. But they are
plotting something. They have
secured the loyalty of at least
three fleet commanders.
(beat)
Their followers do not care about
Duras' crimes. Lursa and B'etor
are feared... and fear is power.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT ONE 7.
6 CONTINUED:
PICARD
I fail to see what I can do to
assist...
Gowron moves to Picard...
GOWRON
You were first chosen as arbiter
of succession because no Klingon
could be trusted. You accepted
this duty... and you must see it
through to the end. You must
ensure my installation.
PICARD
I am prepared to report to the
Council that only you have
completed the rite of
succession...
GOWRON
Not enough. Duras was a Romulan
collaborator. You must declare
his family ineligible to ever
again sit on the ruling Council.
PICARD
That... is beyond my purview.
GOWRON
You will not support me?
PICARD
I will not step outside the
traditional role of the arbiter.
Gowron sighs, hopes dashed.
GOWRON
And if they attempt to block my
installation?
Picard stands and goes to him.
PICARD
I can only assure you that I will
deal with any challenge according
to Klingon law.
GOWRON
I fear that will not be enough.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 7A.
6 CONTINUED: (2)
Picard has made his position clear, has nothing more to
offer. Gowron looks at him for a beat... gives a curt
nod of understanding, then they both EXIT to...
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 8.
7 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - CONTINUOUS
Picard and Gowron ENTER from the observation lounge.
Riker, Worf, and DATA at their positions.
PICARD
Mister Worf, please escort our
guest to the transporter room.
Gowron throws Worf a quick look of disgust, and they
EXIT to the turbolift. Picard sits in command with a
thoughtful look on his face. After a beat...
PICARD
Mister Data, begin monitoring
Romulan activity along the Neutral
Zone. Have the outpost stations
there start sending us their
tactical reports.
DATA
Yes, sir.
Riker is a little surprised... he gives Picard a
questioning look.
PICARD
The Duras family is preparing to
move against Gowron.
RIKER
Backed by Romulans?
PICARD
I don't know. But there's too
much history between the Duras
(note: plural) and the Romulans
to discount the possibility.
Riker nods agreement.
CUT TO:
7A INT. TRANSPORTER ROOM
Worf and Gowron ENTER. Gowron is studiously avoiding
looking at Worf. As Gowron moves toward the platform,
Worf finally decides to take the plunge.
WORF
(to Technician)
Dismissed.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 9.
7A CONTINUED:
The TRANSPORTER TECHNICIAN EXITS. Gowron looks at Worf
in mild surprise.
WORF
(continuing)
I would speak with you.
GOWRON
I do not hear the words of a
traitor.
Worf reacts to the word traitor... he takes a step
toward Gowron and says the words he's been holding back
for a long time.
WORF
(slow and clear)
I am not a traitor.
GOWRON
You admitted your guilt before
the Council.
Worf's expression hardens... he's not going to back
down this time.
WORF
I accepted discommendation to
protect the Empire.
GOWRON
Protect it? How?
WORF
It was Duras' father who betrayed
our people to the Romulans at
Khitomer. Not mine.
GOWRON
(reacts)
Duras. There is proof of this?
WORF
There is.
GOWRON
Why would you accept dishonor
to protect Duras?
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 10.
7A CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
(bitter)
His family was too powerful. To
expose him would have split the
Empire. Instead, the Council
chose to blame my father.
GOWRON
The Council knew?
A beat.
WORF
I believe you are a man of honor,
Gowron.
(beat)
I ask you to restore my family
name.
A beat.
GOWRON
(with sympathy)
Worf, you killed Duras. I
consider that no small favor.
But what you ask is impossible.
WORF
But after your Installation...
GOWRON
The grasp of Duras reaches out
from the grave. Much of the
Council is still loyal to his
family. I must have the
Council's support to survive.
I cannot expose their treachery.
Worf looks at Gowron, perhaps a man of honor but
definitely a political animal most interested in his
own survival. Gowron is even a little ashamed of
himself, but this is the reality.
GOWRON
You chose to accept this disgrace
for the good of the Empire. Now,
you must live with your decision
like a Klingon.
A beat on Worf's cold stare.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 11.
8 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE & GOWRON'S SHIP (OPTICAL)
moving into orbit around the Klingon planet.
9 OMITTED
10 INT. PHASER RANGE
As seen in "A Matter of Honor." CLOSE ON a phaser.
MOVE TO REVEAL Worf checking his weapon on the phaser
range. His expression is tense... tightly controlled.
From o.s. we hear the SOUND OF DOORS OPENING and
someone entering the range. Worf looks up in surprise
to see...
11 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL)
GUINAN steps into the small circle of light carrying
a phaser.
WORF
Guinan?
GUINAN
Hi. Ten Forward's been pretty
quiet today... I thought I'd get
in a little target practice. Mind
if I join you?
Worf didn't expect this at all... doesn't know what to
say. Guinan finishes checking out her phaser.
WORF
You... practice?
GUINAN
Sure. I like to keep my eye
sharp.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 12.
11 CONTINUED:
WORF
(hesitates)
I... practice at... level
fourteen.
GUINAN
(smiles, with humor)
That's okay. I can go back to
that level for a while.
Worf doesn't react to her joke.
GUINAN
You know, I have a bet with the
captain that I can make you smile
before you make lieutenant
commander.
WORF
Not a good bet today.
She makes room for him in the circle. Worf hesitates
for another moment... then steps in. He quickly checks
his phaser.
GUINAN
Ready?
(off his nod)
Computer, level fourteen... begin
program.
COMPUTER VOICE
Program initiated.
Worf and Guinan hold their weapons at the ready. Two
TARGETS streak by and they quickly FIRE together...
both targets are HIT.
They continue to fire in turn at targets as they
appear...
GUINAN
I'm sure I heard you laugh
once... I liked it...
Guinan blasts three targets in a row.
WORF
Klingons don't laugh.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/16/91 - ACT ONE 13.
11 CONTINUED: (2)
GUINAN
Not true. Not true at all. You
may not laugh. But believe me,
I've heard some Klingon belly
laughs that could shake a room.
Worf grunts, hits a low target.
GUINAN
Your son laughs and he's Klingon.
WORF
He's a child. And part human.
Worf blasts two targets.
GUINAN
Oh, that's right and you're not.
You're all Klingon. Except you
don't laugh.
WORF
I don't laugh because I don't feel
like laughing.
GUINAN
But other Klingons feel like
laughing. What does that say
about you... ?
WORF
(gritting his teeth,
frustrated)
Perhaps it says... I do not feel
like other Klingons.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT ONE 13A.
11 CONTINUED: (3)
The targets come fast and furious... Guinan easily
putting hers away... Worf gets a couple... but misses
several.
COMPUTER VOICE
Program complete.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/11/91 - ACT ONE 14.
11 CONTINUED: (4)
GUINAN
Good game.
(off his unhappy
expression)
Hey, don't feel bad... I was
doing this years before you were
born.
Worf nods to her with new respect.
GUINAN
How is he, by the way? Your son.
WORF
He is having some... difficulties
adjusting to life on Earth.
GUINAN
Must be tough for a little guy
like that... living with humans,
being Klingon... it has to get
confusing sometimes...
Worf gives her a look... who is she talking about...
Alexander, or him?
WORF
It will not be easy for him...
GUINAN
No, it won't. But the time will
come when he'll have to find out
what it really means to be
Klingon...
(beat)
Just as the time has come now for
you, Worf.
He looks at her... she EXITS. Move in on him a
beat... and as he reaches a decision in his mind,
there on his face, almost, not quite, is the vaguest
hint of a determined smile.
12 INT. READY ROOM
Picard at his desk. The door CHIMES.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/8/91 - ACT ONE 15.
12 CONTINUED:
PICARD
Come.
Worf ENTERS.
WORF
Captain, I request a leave of
absence.
Picard is pleased at Worf's decision. He stands.
PICARD
(formally)
Mister Worf... request granted.
WORF
Thank you, sir.
Picard nods. Worf moves to leave.
PICARD
Mister Worf...
(Worf pauses)
Qapla!
Worf stands a little taller, squares his shoulders at
the Klingon word... nods acknowledgement and then
EXITS.
PICARD
(softly, to himself)
And good luck.
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT ONE
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT TWO 16.
ACT TWO
FADE IN:
13 EXT. SPACE - BIRD OF PREY (OPTICAL)
The ship in orbit around the Klingon Home World.
WORF (V.O.)
Lieutenant Worf, personal log,
stardate 44996.1. I have located
the Klingon ship on which my
brother Kurn serves as captain
and have arranged to join him.
14 INT. BIRD OF PREY - READY ROOM
Unlike its counterpart on the Enterprise, this room is
designed to emphasize the prestige and prowess of the
ship's captain. Weapons and trophies are boldly
displayed on the wall and the captain's chair is bigger
and higher than the other three seats. There is also
a desk visible. KURN is sitting in the imposing
captain's chair. The doors OPEN and WORF ENTERS. Kurn
gets to his feet instantly... he's glad to see Worf.
KURN
It has been too long, my brother.
WORF
(agrees)
Too long.
A silent moment...
WORF
There is much to discuss. I have
asked Gowron to restore our family
honor. He has refused.
KURN
No matter. Gowron will not live
to see the day he leads the
Council...
WORF
What do you mean?
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT TWO 17.
14 CONTINUED:
KURN
He stands alone, surrounded by
his enemies. Lursa and B-Etor
will have him killed... and if
they don't, I will.
WORF
You will... ?
Kurn feels passionately about this... he's deeply
offended by what's happened to his people and is
determined to change it.
KURN
Gowron is weak... and the family
of Duras must never be allowed
to lead the Council. All of our
leaders... have failed us. They
no longer deserve our loyalty.
(beat, then quieter)
It is time to sweep away the old
Council... and put a new one in
its place.
Worf is surprised. This particular option had not
occurred to him.
WORF
How could this be done?
KURN
I already have the support of four
squadron commanders in strategic
sectors. When the time comes,
they will follow me.
(beat)
Join us, Worf... we will usher
in a new era, and regain our
family name.
Worf turns away... thinks this over carefully... then
shakes his head and turns back. There can be only one
answer.
WORF
No.
KURN
What?
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT TWO 18.
14 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
Gowron has completed the rite of
succession... it is our duty to
support him.
KURN
(terse)
Gowron spits in your face when
you ask him to give back what is
rightfully ours... and you would
support him?
WORF
We cannot regain honor by acting
dishonorably.
KURN
(terse)
I will not support Gowron.
A key moment... Worf moves closer to Kurn and they both
tense.
WORF
(low, deadly)
I am the elder brother, Kurn...
I speak for our family.
They glare at each other for a long tense beat... it's
tough, but Kurn finally backs off... he drops his eyes
in acquiescence. Worf is now firmly in command.
His attitude loosens slightly.
WORF
We will back Gowron.
(beat)
But not now. Not yet. We will
wait. Until Gowron feels the
grasp of his enemies around his
throat. Then we will offer him
our support. And the price will
be the restoration of our family
name.
Kurn takes a beat to adjust his thinking to this new
plan... he finally is able to let go of his resentment
and concentrate on the matter at hand.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/11/91 - ACT TWO 19.
14 CONTINUED: (3)
KURN
It will be difficult to convince
my allies to back Gowron.
(beat)
But I will try. I must go to the
Mempa sector and meet with the
other squadron commanders.
WORF
Contact me when you have gained
their support.
(beat)
Then I will be ready for Gowron.
On Worf's determined expression...
CUT TO:
15 EXT. THE FIRST CITY - (MATTE SHOT)
The Klingon capitol, with Great Hall in view.
16 INT. GREAT HALL
As seen in "Sins of the Father." THE COUNCIL MEMBERS
are standing on either side of the leader's chair, which
is empty except for the CEREMONIAL CLOAK OF K'MPEC.
The Council Members are all male, predominantly older,
with one or two young upstarts among them. There are
TWO GUARDS in the room, standing watch at strategic
points. Gowron and ONE AIDE stand nearby.
K'TAL
(to Picard)
naDev ghoS! (Come here!)
Picard steps forward
K'TAL
Have you reached a decision
regarding the succession of
power?
PICARD
(to Council)
Qaja plu d'itch jung. La woq you
ghir klas qimha. Gowron. Doj
hon. Doj hon.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT TWO 19A.
16 CONTINUED:
K'TAL now moves forward from the Council. K'Tal is
an older member of the Council. He follows neither
Gowron nor the sisters... he serves the Empire... a
man who has been on the Council longer than anyone
else and will probably still be here when the others
are all gone. He nods to Picard.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT TWO 20.
16 CONTINUED:
K'TAL
(casual)
Your Klingon is flawless, Picard.
Not even a trace of a human
accent. The Council thanks you
for your service to the Empire.
Picard bows to the Council.
K'TAL
(booming voice)
Gowron, son of M'Rel, hakt'em.
Gowron steps forward... gives all the Councilors a hard
look. Most of them glare back at him, unhappy to be
admitting Gowron to their ranks.
K'TAL
(ritually)
The arbiter confirms that you
have completed the rite of
succession. Your enemies have
been destroyed. You stand alone.
Do you wish to claim leadership
of the Council?
He stands directly before Gowron as Picard takes the
cloak from the empty chair and holds it before Gowron.
GOWRON
I wish it.
K'TAL
(routine, to the room)
Are there no other challengers?
TORAL (o.s.)
There is one.
17 NEW ANGLE
Everyone turns to see TORAL, a Klingon boy (16-18),
ENTER. He is a boy sent to do a man's job, and
consequently he has all the arrogance and false bravado
of youth instead of the confidence and strength of
maturity.
TORAL
(continuing)
I will challenge him.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/11/91 - ACT TWO 21.
17 CONTINUED:
GOWRON
(incensed)
An arrogant child!
Gowron reaches for his weapon, but K'Tal smoothly
restrains him.
K'TAL
(to Toral)
Who are you?
TORAL
(beat)
I am Toral... son of Duras.
Reactions. Gasps. Hubub. Picard's eyes narrow.
GOWRON
Duras had no son!
LURSA and B'ETOR now ENTER the hall.
B'ETOR
But he did...
GOWRON
So, this is your doing...
Lursa is older, middle-aged for a Klingon... she's seen
quite a few battles in her day, political and
otherwise. B'Etor is several years younger, and more
volatile than her sister. They walk with assurance to
stand before the Council. The Council Members exchange
nervous glances... a little afraid of these women.
B'Etor moves to stand beside Toral. She's not afraid
of Gowron and her presence shores up Toral a little.
LURSA
(ignoring Gowron)
We wish to address the Council.
K'TAL
Lursa, B'Etor, come forward.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT TWO 21A.
17 CONTINUED: (2)
LURSA
Members of the High Council, it
is a day of great rejoicing for
the family of Duras and the
Klingon Empire. We have
discovered that our brother did
indeed have a son and heir.
GOWRON
This is an outrage! Duras had
no mate. Where did you find him,
Lursa? In a harlot's bed
chamber?
TORAL
I will personally cut your tongue
out, Yintagh!
GOWRON
Impudent wretch.
Both are restrained. The sisters grin. They exchange
a glance with Picard.
B'ETOR
A simple genetic scan will prove
his bloodline is valid.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT TWO 22.
17 CONTINUED: (3)
GOWRON
(to the council)
The illegitimate son of Duras
cannot rule the High Council.
K'TAL
The Council will decide whether
to accept the challenge of Toral,
alleged son of Duras. In favor?
From left to right, one by one the members outstretch
their right fist and grasp the right elbow with their
left hand, signifying yes. Only K'tal and one other
do not follow.
K'TAL
Opposed.
One arm goes out. K'tal doesn't vote again.
K'TAL
The challenge is accepted.
He turns to Picard.
K'TAL
The arbiter will consider its
validity.
(to Council)
Len'mat. (Adjourned)
Reactions, movement, and push into Picard as we...
CUT TO:
18 EXT. THE FIRST CITY (MATTE SHOT)
As before. MOVE AWAY from the Great Hall to another
part of the city.
19 INT. DURAS FAMILY HOME
The Klingon equivalent to the living room in a
senator's house. There is a couch, a couple chairs, a
low table, and some banners on the walls. It's dark...
moody. Lursa and B'Etor are talking to someone o.s.
while Toral sulks on the couch.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT TWO 23.
19 CONTINUED:
LURSA
Our allies on the Council backed
Toral's claim. It's in Picard's
hands, now.
MOVAR (o.s.)
Excellent. Everything is
proceeding as scheduled.
MOVE TO reveal MOVAR, a Romulan general. Movar is
smooth, polished... a political general rather than
a combat veteran. There is ANOTHER FIGURE sitting in
the darkness near Movar who might be a woman, but we're
not sure yet.
MOVAR
(continuing)
It will make matters simpler if
the captain is cooperative... but
we are prepared to move in any
case.
TORAL
(petulantly)
Why not just kill Picard?
B'Etor cuffs him roughly... it's clear that she and
her sister are the real powers here. Toral shrinks
from the reproof.
B'ETOR
(angry)
Fool! Do we want the Federation
as our enemy?
TORAL
(abashed)
No.
The Woman in shadow doesn't have to raise her voice
in order to command everyone's attention instantly.
There is something deadly in her calm voice and assured
manner.
WOMAN
At least, not yet. But when the
time is right... we will deal with
the Federation... and Captain
Picard.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - 4/8/91 - ACT TWO 24.
19 CONTINUED: (2)
On the reactions of agreement...
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT TWO
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT THREE 25.
ACT THREE
FADE IN:
EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE & CRUISER (OPTICAL)
The ships in orbit.
20A INT. WORF'S QUARTERS (FORMERLY SCENE 26) (OPTICAL)
Worf is talking to Kurn on the monitor.
KURN
I have met with the other squadron
commanders here... three will join
us, one will not.
Worf nods soberly... the odds against them are still
pretty long.
KURN
(continuing)
That gives us enough strength to
control seven key sectors.
WORF
Do you know the strength of our
enemies?
KURN
They have at least seven
squadrons... but most of the fleet
has not decided which banner to
follow.
WORF
Gowron is nearly out of options.
Soon he will have no choice...
Kurn nods in agreement.
KURN
I will soon return to the Home
World. We shall meet then.
Worf acknowledges as the monitor shuts off. He nods,
satisfied, EXITS.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT THREE 26.
21 INT. MAIN BRIDGE
Starting on a transition shot of Data's hands quickly
moving across the panels of the console... moving up
to find Worf and Data at the aft science station.
DATA
Do you also require the original
logs recorded during the attack,
Lieutenant?
WORF
(acknowledges)
Everything we have on the
Khitomer massacre.
Picard ENTERS from the turbolift and moves toward his
ready room, but stops as he sees Worf. He's surprised
to see Worf, and he becomes uncomfortable as he
realizes what they're talking about.
DATA
I can provide you with our
analysis of communications between
the Khitomer outpost and the
Romulan ships; however, for a
complete record you will have to
contact Starbase Twenty-Four and
request---
PICARD
(interrupting)
Mister Worf... have you cancelled
your leave?
WORF
No, sir.
A beat.
PICARD
Lieutenant... join me in my ready
room.
Picard and Worf EXIT to...
22 INT. READY ROOM - CONTINUOUS
Picard and Worf ENTER. Picard takes a minute to
compose his thoughts.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT THREE 27.
22 CONTINUED:
PICARD
You are planning to use our files
on the Khitomer massacre as
evidence against Duras' father?
WORF
Yes, sir.
PICARD
Mister Worf... do you not see an
inherent conflict of interest...
WORF
Sir, these records can help me
prove that my father was falsely
accused of treason.
Picard is caught between his desire to help Worf and
his responsibilities as captain. He struggles to
define the limitations both for himself and for Worf.
PICARD
You are using your position as
a Starfleet officer to affect
political change on your
planet... there could not be a
worse compromise of our
fundamental principles...
WORF
Captain... you urged me to fight
this battle...
PICARD
(sighs, frustrated)
Yes, I know. I understand your
motives, and you know I support
your goals, but...
WORF
Do not tie my hands now... I
must be able to prove my father's
innocence. The Federation records
will do that.
Picard knows he needs them. He wants to help. What
the hell can he do? He shakes his head.
PICARD
Mister Worf... Mister Worf...
(beat, sighs)
Mister Worf...
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT THREE 28.
22 CONTINUED: (2)
His tone gets more intimate. Quite unlike Picard, the
words rather spill out as he exposes his own feelings,
his own frustrations to the junior officer.
PICARD
Here I am lecturing you on a
conflict of interest while I'm
desperately trying to avoid one
of my own. Do you think I wish
to allow the Duras family to
solidify their hold on the
Council? Do you think I cannot
see the implications for the
Federation? And good Lord, Duras
tried to have me killed!
(beat)
All of my instincts... my
training... my very being as a
Starfleet officer are at odds with
my responsibilities as arbiter
for the Klingon High Council.
(beat)
We walk the same tightrope between
two worlds... you and I. We must
try our very best to keep those
worlds clearly separate... or we
shall certainly fall.
WORF
Yes, sir.
PICARD
As far as these records from
Khitomer are concerned...
Picard pauses for a beat. He really wants to help
Worf... he struggles with his conscience... finally
sees a way to give Worf what he wants... but Picard is
pushing himself to the absolute limit... this is as
far as he can go.
PICARD
(continuing)
I will make the Federation
records on the Khitomer massacre
available... to anyone who wants
them... the High Council, the
Duras family... anyone.
WORF
(very pleased)
Thank you, sir.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT THREE 29.
22 CONTINUED: (3)
Worf turns and at the door, Picard stops him with...
PICARD
Mister Worf, this is as far as
I can go.
Worf acknowledges, EXITS. Picard sits down... frowns,
unhappy with just about everything.
RIKER'S COM VOICE
Riker to Captain Picard.
PICARD
(to com)
Yes, Number One.
RIKER'S COM VOICE
There's a message coming in for
you from the surface. It's coded
personal.
Picard's a little surprised.
PICARD
Send it through.
He turns to the computer terminal on his desk... begins
reading the message... he's very surprised at the
information on the screen. On Picard's puzzled
expression...
CUT TO:
23 EXT. THE FIRST CITY (MATTE SHOT)
As before.
24 INT. DURAS FAMILY HOME
Picard ENTERS. Lursa and B'Etor are waiting for him.
The low table is set with both Klingon and Human
drinks. Their attitudes are relaxed... friendly.
While Lursa maintains a cool diplomatic air, B'Etor's
attitude is more physical... seductive. Picard is
the consummate diplomat as always, but he's wary of
these two women.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT THREE 30.
24 CONTINUED:
LURSA
Welcome, Captain.
She indicates the couch and everyone sits.
LURSA
Something to drink? Tea... Earl
Grey, perhaps?
Picard is a little intrigued... how did she know that
particular detail? He tries not to let his surprise
show.
PICARD
Yes... thank you.
B'Etor pours him a cup of tea. Lursa and B'Etor drink
a more vile-looking Klingon concoction. Picard is
willing to listen to them... but this is like having
tea with the Borgias.
B'ETOR
You come... alone and unarmed...
PICARD
Nothing would be served by killing
the arbiter before his decision.
B'Etor touches his leg.
B'ETOR
Nevertheless, a brave act,
Captain.
LURSA
(chiding)
B'Etor...
B'Etor removes her hand although she's anything but
abashed.
Picard is not blind to her advances... they probably
disturb him more than anything else in this scene --
for he's more than able to play the political game,
but a hot Klingon woman may even be beyond the Great
Picard. Throughout, he tries to concentrate on Lursa.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/16/91 - ACT THREE 31.
24 CONTINUED: (2)
PICARD
Your invitation was... unexpected.
B'Etor moves a little closer to him... her eyes and
voice hint at pleasures other than tea.
B'ETOR
We should have extended it much
sooner.
LURSA
We don't want you to judge us by
your experience with our brother.
B'ETOR
Duras was a fool.
LURSA
He deserved to die.
B'ETOR
Forget him. We have.
LURSA
We do not wish to be your enemy.
B'ETOR
Quite the opposite.
She has moved behind him... puts her hands on his
shoulders... she's a very tactile Klingon.
PICARD
That... pleases me.
LURSA
Have you made a decision regarding
Toral's challenge?
PICARD
I am pursuing it with all due
vigilance.
B'ETOR
Let me heat your tea.
She comes around to pour.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/16/91 - ACT THREE 32.
24 CONTINUED: (3)
LURSA
Toral has the bloodline to lead
the Empire into the next century.
He has the support of the people.
PICARD
The remaining issue then is to
see if he has the support of the
law.
B'ETOR
But he must. Surely, you can see
that.
Picard takes a moment and a sip of tea...
PICARD
I'll tell you what I see. If I
find Toral's challenge valid, the
two of you will very quickly gain
control of the Council... and
Gowron will be found dead shortly
thereafter. If I reject Toral's
challenge, you will accuse me of
doing it only to serve Federation
interests. It will give you a
rallying cry to declare war and
overthrow Gowron.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT THREE 33.
24 CONTINUED: (4)
LURSA
You see very clearly, Captain.
But one thing is missing.
If you rule against us and we are
victorious in a war against
Gowron...
B'ETOR
... which we would be...
LURSA
... it would mean the end of the
alliance with the Federation.
B'ETOR
(sympathetically)
And we'd hate to see that happen
as much as you would.
LURSA
This is not a threat, Captain.
Just an unfortunate truth.
B'ETOR
So why be our enemy, when you can
be our friend?
Her hand his back on his knee. He studies both women.
Nods. Rises.
PICARD
You have manipulated the
circumstances, ladies, with the
skill of a Romulan.
(beat)
My decision will be announced at
high sun tomorrow. Excellent tea.
Good day.
He EXITS. As they exchange a look...
25
thru OMITTED
26
26A EXT. KLINGON CITY (MATTE SHOT)
The Great Hall.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT THREE 33A.
27 INT. GREAT HALL
The Council Members are assembled on the dais. Gowron,
Lursa, B'Etor and Toral are standing off to the side
while Picard stands in the center of the room.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT THREE 34.
27 CONTINUED:
K'TAL
What is your decision?
PICARD
K'tal, this Council knows the law
of heredity well. G'now juk Hol
pajhard. A son will share in
the honors or crimes of his
father. Toral is Duras' son...
that has been established by the
genetic scan. And it is
heartwarming to see him embraced
by the family of Duras... for they
are an old and noble family.
(beat)
But with due respect to the
traditions and laws of this High
Council, there is no basis for
accepting a petition for
leadership from a boy who has
fought no battles, shed no blood
for his people, earned no honor
for himself. Perhaps some day
he shall. But not now.
There are murmurs and reactions from everyone. Picard
knows what the reaction to his decision will be...
knows the cost... but also knows there is no other
way.
PICARD
(continuing)
Duras... is dead. His claim to
the leadership died with him.
Gowron will lead the Council.
GOWRON
The arbiter has ruled. There
are no more challengers.
Lursa looks at Toral who steps forward... yells a
little too loudly---
TORAL
Does the Federation dictate
Klingon destiny or do we? Follow
me. And I will show you honor.
GOWRON
Follow him and you reject all
Klingon law...
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT THREE 35.
27A ON COUNCIL MEMBERS
One by one, they step down from the dais and stand
behind Toral until only K'tal and the other Councilor
(who voted against him) are left.
GOWRON
Can you not see what you are
doing... are you blind to what
they represent... are there so
few noble Klingons left?
27B ON LURSA & PICARD
Lursa and B'Etor give Picard a final look: "see, I've
still won."
GOWRON
Then go... your blood will paint
the way to the future.
Toral moves to Picard, looks up at him, with all the
bravado he can muster...
TORAL
Remember this day.
Toral strides out of the hall, taking B'Etor, Lursa,
and the others with him.
27C NEW ANGLE
Showing the small group now standing alone in the vast
and empty Great Hall.
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT THREE
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 36.
ACT FOUR
FADE IN:
28 EXT. SPACE - KLINGON CRUISER (OPTICAL)
Gowron's ship in orbit, the Enterprise in b.g.
29 INT. KLINGON CRUISER - READY ROOM
Similar to the ready room on Kurn's ship, but with a
few more symbols of Gowron's higher rank. Gowron is
sitting in the captain's chair. The doors OPEN and
Worf ENTERS. Gowron glares at him... he's a man in a
tight spot and this had better be good.
GOWRON
(brusque)
Your message said it was urgent.
What do you want?
Worf is not intimidated by the glowering visage of
Gowron. He is blunt and to the point.
WORF
Your forces are weak, Gowron...
you will need help to fight the
family of Duras.
GOWRON
(dismissive)
From one dishonored Klingon...
WORF
I offer you four Klingon
squadrons.
Gowron has to take that seriously. He's suspicious,
but begins to look at Worf a little differently.
GOWRON
Why would they follow you... a
Starfleet officer?
WORF
They are pledged to support...
my brother, Kurn.
GOWRON
(shocked)
Kurn is your brother?
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT FOUR 37.
29 CONTINUED:
WORF
His true bloodline was kept
hidden to protect him.
Gowron thinks about this for a beat... there's suddenly
a ray of hope in his position, but he's still cautious.
GOWRON
Kurn will follow me? He has
opposed me in the past.
WORF
I am the elder brother... he will
do as I say.
GOWRON
What is it you want in return?
WORF
You know my price.
Gowron does know his price... but he's not ready to
commit himself yet.
GOWRON
The return of your honor. For
the support of four squadrons... ?
No, that will not be enough.
The Duras family controls most
of the fleet.
(beat)
We must have Federation help.
WORF
They will not intervene.
GOWRON
Perhaps not yet... but Starfleet
Command will listen to Picard...
and Picard listens to you.
Worf is disturbed by the direction this is going.
WORF
I can ask nothing more of him in
this matter.
Gowron doesn't like it when people say no to him. He
confronts Worf squarely.
GOWRON
What?
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 38.
29 CONTINUED: (2)
WORF
My duty as a Starfleet officer---
GOWRON
(harsh)
You come to me and demand the
restoration of your family
honor... and now you hide behind
Human excuses!
A beat as Gowron gets right up into his face. Gowron's
voice becomes quieter... less harsh... but his eyes
bore straight into Worf's... and his words knife to
the very heart of Worf's internal struggle.
GOWRON
(continuing)
What are you, Worf? Do you
tremble and quake with fear at
the approach of combat... hoping
to talk your way out of a fight...
like a Human... or do you hear
the cry of the warrior... calling
you to battle... calling you to
glory... like a Klingon?
(beat)
Are you one of us?
This is the question which has haunted Worf all his
life... he searches for the answer within... but knows
that the answer is more complex than a simple yes or
no. Gowron waits for a reply...
30 NEW ANGLE
As a SUDDEN EXPLOSION ROCKS THE SHIP. Gowron and Worf
are thrown about... the ship goes to the Klingon
equivalent of RED ALERT.
31 EXT. SPACE - KLINGON SHIPS (OPTICAL)
A BIRD OF PREY swoops in and attacks the cruiser.
32 INT. KLINGON CRUISER - BRIDGE (OPTICAL)
Gowron and Worf ENTER from the ready room. The bridge
is manned by a WEAPONS OFFICER, HELMSMAN, ENGINEER,
and FIRST OFFICER. The ship continues to SHAKE and
ROCK as it takes hits from the other Klingon ships.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 39.
32 CONTINUED:
The scene is chaotic.
GOWRON
Status!
FIRST OFFICER
(checking console)
Aft shields down...
HELMSMAN
Warp coils damaged...
33 INT. ENTERPRISE - MAIN BRIDGE
Riker standing in command, Data at ops. Picard ENTERS
from the turbolift.
PICARD
Report.
RIKER
We're still trying to sort it out.
A Klingon Bird of Prey just
decloaked and fired on the
Bortas. Neither ship is answering
our hail.
PICARD
Worf is still aboard the Bortas.
DATA
A second Bird of Prey is
decloaking bearing two-four-seven
mark three-one-nine.
PICARD
Go to Red Alert.
The ship's condition goes to RED.
DATA
The second ship is joining the
attack on the Bortas.
33A ON VIEWSCREEN (OPTICAL)
The ships attacking the Bortas.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 40.
33B RETURN TO SCENE
Picard looks at the viewscreen... his expression is
grim.
PICARD
It's begun.
34 EXT. SPACE - BIRD OF PREY (OPTICAL)
The ship fires disruptors.
35 INT. KLINGON CRUISER - BRIDGE
The ship is ROCKED with the impact of the shot.
GOWRON
(to Worf)
Send an emergency signal to any
loyal ships!
Worf begins tapping in a message at one console.
HELMSMAN
Impulse engines not responding!
A wall console EXPLODES, killing the Weapons Officer.
Worf reacts instinctively... takes over the abandoned
station without hesitation. Gowron has moved to the
command position. No one on the bridge takes note of
the dead Klingon.
GOWRON
(to Worf)
Engage emergency override!
WORF
Override engaged! Disruptors
still not responding!
The ship is ROCKED again.
36 INT. ENTERPRISE - MAIN BRIDGE (OPTICAL)
Everyone watching the viewscreen.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 41.
36 CONTINUED:
DATA
(reading console)
The Bortas is sustaining heavy
damage, Captain. Her aft shields
have collapsed... life support
fluctuating...
PICARD
The Bortas should have twice the
firepower of a Bird of Prey.
RIKER
(looking at console)
Her weapons systems were hit
pretty hard... they haven't
brought them back on-line yet.
DATA
The Bortas has lost its port
shields... it is unlikely they
will withstand another hit on that
quarter.
RIKER
(reading console)
The Bortas has sent out a general
distress signal.
This is one of the hardest things Picard has ever had
to do. He knows what's at stake... understands what
his next command may mean.
PICARD
Ensign Reel... plot a course
safely away from the combat area.
Half impulse.
A beat silent as everyone looks at Picard.
RIKER
Captain... the Bortas is Gowron's
ship. If he's the legitimate
leader of the Empire, shouldn't
we help him?
PICARD
If we come to his aid... we'll
be dragging the Federation into
a Klingon civil war.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 42.
36 CONTINUED: (2)
RIKER
(quietly)
What about Worf?
Picard hesitates for only a moment... he knows there's
only one choice.
PICARD
(to Reel)
Ensign... engage.
On Picard's expression...
37 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE & KLINGON CRUISER (OPTICAL)
The Enterprise turns and moves away from the other
ship.
38 INT. KLINGON CRUISER - BRIDGE
Things are grim. Worf is trying to get his console
to work... the bridge crew moves about quickly,
attempting to get their crippled ship moving. Gowron
and the First Officer are hunched over a monitor.
FIRST OFFICER
The port shields are still down.
Beat.
WORF
Disruptors on-line!
GOWRON
(moving to command
chair)
Lock on target.
WORF
No!
Everyone looks incredulous... Klingons don't talk back.
Worf talks fast, before Gowron can respond.
WORF
(continuing)
Their sensors will detect the
weapons lock. If they think
we're helpless, they'll try to
board the ship.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 43.
38 CONTINUED:
WORF (cont'd)
I can aim and fire disruptors
manually when they drop their
shields.
The First Officer glances at Gowron... Gowron checks
the monitor one more time...
GOWRON
GhoS! (Make it so!)
39 EXT. SPACE - BIRDS OF PREY (OPTICAL)
The two ships moving along parallel courses.
40 INT. KLINGON CRUISER - BRIDGE
Worf reading his console... everyone else watching
the viewscreen... they all know this is it.
WORF
Thirty-five thousand kellicams.
(beat)
Twenty thousand kellicams... now
within transporter range.
GOWRON
(holds up hand)
SuH... (Ready.. )
WORF
They're dropping shields!
GOWRON
(drops hand)
BaH! (Fire!)
41 EXT. SPACE - BIRD OF PREY (OPTICAL)
Disruptor fire hits the ship and it EXPLODES.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 44.
42
thru OMITTED
43
44 INT. KLINGON CRUISER - BRIDGE
As before.
WORF
(working console)
Engaging computer control...
firing on second target!
FIRST OFFICER
(reads console)
They were able to raise shields
in time... minor damage only.
The bridge is ROCKED by another shot.
WORF
Disruptors off-line!
GOWRON
All power to shields.
They are ROCKED again.
FIRST OFFICER
Shields failing!
44A OMITTED
NEW ANGLE
Worf reading his console.
WORF
Incoming message.
GOWRON
On viewer.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 45.
44C ON VIEWSCREEN (OPTICAL)
Kurn appears on the viewscreen.
KURN
This is Captain Kurn of the
Hegh'ta. We come to defend the
Empire... and to follow the banner
of Gowron.
Worf stands a little taller in pride.
44D EXT. SPACE - KLINGON SHIPS (OPTICAL)
The Bird of Prey is moving toward the Bortas.
Suddenly Kurn's ship swoops in and fires on the Bird
of Prey... damaging it... the Bird of Prey moves away
and cloaks....
44E RETURN TO SCENE
WORF
The enemy has sustained major
damage to its life support
systems... They have disengaged.
Gowron is relieved, but profuse thanks are not the
Klingon way. He gives Kurn a curt nod.
GOWRON
You have done well, Commander
Kurn. Lursa and B'Etor have
moved more quickly than I
anticipated. We shall not
underestimate them again.
(thinks)
Meet us at the Great Hall.
44F ON VIEWSCREEN (OPTICAL)
Kurn nods and then the viewer returns to space.
GOWRON
(continuing, to First
Officer)
Advise the Enterprise that their
delegation is welcome to attend...
my installation as leader.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT FOUR 46.
45 INT. GREAT HALL
Picard, K'Tal, Gowron, and the supporting Council
Member standing in their places exactly as in Scene 16.
Kurn is standing off to the side while one of Gowron's
Aides stands watch, holding a weapon. Picard is
holding the cloak before Gowron and K'Tal is speaking
the last few phrases of the installation ritual.
K'TAL
(booming voice)
Gowron, son of M'Rel, hakt'em.
The arbiter confirms that you
have completed the rite of
succession. Your enemies have
been destroyed. You stand alone.
Do you wish to claim leadership
of the Council?
GOWRON
I wish it.
K'TAL
(to the room)
Are there no other challengers?
This time there is only silence in response.
K'TAL
(continuing)
Receive now the loyalty of the
Council and of the Empire.
Picard puts the cloak on Gowron's shoulders and Gowron
steps up to the leader's chair. He turns and faces
them.
GOWRON
(ritually)
Let all who have opposed me now
swear loyalty or die with shame!
Rogh, Worf, Picard, and the other Klingons answer in
unison:
ALL
Qapla!
The sound echoes through the hall. Gowron sits in the
leader's chair... he savors the moment for a beat.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 46A.
45 CONTINUED:
GOWRON
(to Worf & Kurn)
naDev ghoS! (Come here!)
All eyes on Worf as he moves to the center of the room.
Kurn moves to stand beside him. Gowron steps down from
the chair and moves directly in front of them
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FOUR 47.
45 CONTINUED:
GOWRON
(continuing)
You both fought as warriors...
you have proved your hearts are
Klingon.
Worf and Kurn draw themselves up a little straighter...
Picard looks on proudly. Gowron pulls out his dagger,
holds the point towards Worf. Gowron presses a button
on the hilt and the two small blades pop out on either
side. Worf reaches out for the knife...
46 OMITTED
47 CLOSE ON KNIFE
Worf hand grabs the knife firmly by the blade... a
couple drops of blood fall from his hand.
48 RETURN TO SCENE
Gowron and Worf still holding the knife.
GOWRON
(with great formality)
I return your family honor... I
give you back what was wrongfully
taken from you. Let your name
be spoken once again. You are
Worf... son of Mogh.
Hold on Worf's reaction...
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT FOUR
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/8/91 - ACT FIVE 48.
ACT FIVE
FADE IN:
49 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE & CRUISER (OPTICAL)
The ships in orbit.
50 INT. OBSERVATION LOUNGE
Picard, Riker, Gowron, and Worf.
GOWRON
The Duras family is gathering a
large force near Beta Thoridar.
As per the terms of the Treaty
of Alliance, I now formally
request your assistance in
fighting these enemies of the
Empire.
Picard had been expecting this... he knows this will be
difficult.
RIKER
These... enemies are Klingons.
GOWRON
By right and tradition, I am now
the sole leader... all who oppose
me... are traitors.
PICARD
I understand your position.
However, you must be aware that
the Federation will not become
involved in what is, by
definition, an internal Klingon
matter.
GOWRON
You arbitrated the rite of
succession, you are already
involved!
PICARD
And my duties in that regard are
finished.
WORF
Captain... we must intervene.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FIVE 49.
50 CONTINUED:
Picard and Riker are surprised. Worf forges ahead.
WORF
(continuing)
The Duras family is corrupt and
hungry for power... with no sense
of honor or loyalty. They
represent a grave threat to the
security of the Federation.
(beat, then quieter,
a direct appeal)
Captain, you and I know that they
have conspired with Romulans in
the past. If they should be the
victors in this war, they will
surely form a new Klingon/Romulan
alliance. That would represent
a fundamental shift of power in
this quadrant.
(beat)
Starfleet must support Gowron...
it is in the interests of both
the Federation and the Empire.
I beg you to support us in our
cause.
Picard is very disturbed by this appeal... Worf seems
unaware of the fact that he's just stepped across the
line... "support us in our cause." Picard looks Worf squarely in the eye.
PICARD
(slow and firm)
Mister Worf... non-interference
in the internal affairs of other
cultures is one of the guiding
principles of the Federation...
and as Starfleet officers, we have
all sworn an oath to uphold that
principle regardless of personal
feeling.
(to Gowron)
I am sorry... but I must refuse
your request.
Gowron is not happy with this answer... but bickering
would be beneath the dignity of the Leader of the
Empire. Gowron stands... glares at Picard... then
heads for the door. Worf moves to follow him...
PICARD
Lieutenant...
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/8/91 - ACT FIVE 50.
50 CONTINUED: (2)
Worf stops, as does Gowron.
PICARD
(continuing)
I'm afraid that I must now recall
you to duty. The Enterprise will
be leaving this sector
immediately.
A difficult moment for Worf. He glances at Gowron.
WORF
Captain... I respectfully request
that I be allowed to take an
extended leave of absence.
Picard stands... he understands the conflict within
Worf, but Picard has gone as far as he can already.
PICARD
Lieutenant, your responsibilities
as a Starfleet officer are
incompatible with remaining aboard
a Klingon ship during a time of
war.
Worf again looks between Gowron and Picard. They
represent the two roads now before him... the conflict
which has torn him for his entire life has now come to
a head... where does his duty lie?... is he Klingon?...
is he Human?... what path should he follow?
WORF
Captain...
There is no room for Picard to yield. Worf must
choose.
PICARD
You are ordered to return to duty
immediately.
A final beat as Worf finally comes to a fateful
decision...
WORF
Then... I must resign my
commission as a Starfleet officer.
A moment as the words sink in... Worf slowly takes the
combadge from his chest and sets it on the table. He
turns to Gowron, who nods approval.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FIVE 51.
50 CONTINUED: (3)
GOWRON
I will await you aboard the
Bortas.
Gowron EXITS. Worf waits a beat... looks at Picard
and Riker... then EXITS.
51 ON PICARD
As he picks up the combadge...
CUT TO:
52 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE & KLINGON CRUISER (OPTICAL)
The two ships stationary in space.
53 INT. WORF'S QUARTERS - CLOSE ON WORF
MOVE TO REVEAL Worf now wearing a KLINGON UNIFORM
(which should incorporate his sash into the outfit).
Most of his things are already packed and sitting on
his bed. He looks around the room that has been his
home for four years... Worf turns... sees his
reflection in the mirror... looks himself over with
curiosity... is this who he is? The door CHIMES.
WORF
Enter.
54 NEW ANGLE
Picard ENTERS. It's a parallel scene to the beginning
of the Teaser. As before, Picard's tone and manner
are personal... intimate. These are two shipmates
about to sail aboard different ships.
PICARD
Am I intruding?
WORF
No, sir.
A silent moment as Picard notices the clothes... Worf
is a little uncomfortable, almost wants to apologize
for being out of uniform... but that wouldn't be
appropriate.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FIVE 52.
54 CONTINUED:
PICARD
I understand... that you'll be
serving aboard the Bortas.
WORF
As weapons officer.
PICARD
Your tactical knowledge and
experience should serve them well.
WORF
Thank you, sir.
Another silent beat.
PICARD
Are you certain you've made the
right decision, Worf?
Worf clearly isn't sure... but it's too late for that.
WORF
Yes.
Worf struggles for a moment... finally opens up a
little... shares the real reasons underlying his
decision.
WORF
(continuing)
I was rescued from Khitomer by
humans... raised and... loved by
human parents. I have lived among
humans for most of my life...
fought at their sides.
(beat)
But I was born Klingon. My heart
is of that world. I do hear the
cry of the warrior...
(note of finality)
I belong with my people.
Picard considers that for a moment.
PICARD
Being the only Klingon ever to
serve in Starfleet... gave you
a singular distinction.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FIVE 53.
54 CONTINUED: (2)
PICARD (cont'd)
But I always felt that the most
unique thing about you was
your... humanity.
(beat)
Compassion... generosity...
fairness... You took some of the
best qualities of humanity and
made them part of you. The
result... was a man I was proud
to call one of my officers.
A shared moment between the two men. After a beat...
Picard breaks the moment.
PICARD
(re: things on bed)
I'll have your belongings
transported to the Bortas.
There is more than just acknowledgement of this simple
act in Worf's response... he's also thanking Picard
for a great many things.
WORF
Thank you...
Picard understands the subtext... after a beat, Worf
glances around the room one last time then heads for
the door. Picard and Worf EXIT together.
CUT TO:
55 INT. CORRIDOR - ON TURBOLIFT DOORS
The doors OPEN, revealing Worf and Picard. Worf takes
a step... then stops in surprise.
56 NEW ANGLE
Revealing that the long, straight section of corridor
leading from the turbolift to the transporter room is
lined with CREWMEMBERS standing at parade rest. Picard
is not surprised to see them.
PICARD
Attention on deck!
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/8/91 - ACT FIVE 54.
56 CONTINUED:
The Crewmembers all snap to attention. Worf realizes
that this is meant for him... he struggles to hide the
swell of emotion that begins to build within him.
Picard looks at him: "They're waiting... " Worf squares
his shoulders and proudly walks between the long line
of his shipmates to the transporter room, Picard at his
side.
57 INT. TRANSPORTER ROOM - CONTINUOUS
Worf and Picard ENTER through the open doors. At the
end of the line are (in ascending order of rank)
GEORDI, Data, TROI, BEVERLY, and Riker. Worf doesn't
know what to say to these people... how to respond.
They stand there silently... their respect and
affection for their friend is clear... no words are
necessary. Picard goes to the head of the line... Worf
steps on the stage.
58 ON PICARD AND WORF
After a beat...
WORF
Permission to leave the ship, sir?
PICARD
Permission granted.
(beat)
Qapla'
Beat.
WORF
Good-bye.
Picard nods to the TRANSPORTER TECHNICIAN.
59 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL)
Worf DEMATERIALIZES. A silent beat...
RIKER
Dismissed.
Everyone EXITS except Picard. On his reaction...
CUT TO:
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/9/91 - ACT FIVE 55.
60 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE & KLINGON CRUISER (OPTICAL)
The Enterprise leaves and the Bortas remains in
orbit.
CUT TO:
61 INT. DURAS FAMILY HOME
Movar is here, along with Lursa, B'Etor, and Toral.
The Mysterious Woman heard from earlier is sitting in
a chair with her back to us. Toral paces while the
women study something on a monitor. The door OPENS
and a ROMULAN CREWMEMBER ENTERS, carrying a PADD. The
Crewmember hands the PADD to Movar, then EXITS. Movar
studies it for a moment.
MOVAR
Picard has rejected Gowron's plea
for help.
(looks up)
The Enterprise has left orbit.
Lursa and B'Etor exchange a glance... good news.
TORAL
(exultant)
Coward! He didn't have the
courage to face us. The
Federation is---
The Woman cuts him off without raising her voice.
WOMAN
Celebrate later, Toral.
(beat)
We should not discount Jean-Luc
Picard yet. He is human...
62 NEW ANGLE
The Woman turns around in her chair so that her
features become apparent for the first time. We're
shocked as we see that she's Human... with blonde
hair... and that she bears a striking resemblance to
the late Tasha Yar.
STAR TREK: "Redemption" - REV. 4/10/91 - ACT FIVE 56.
62 CONTINUED:
WOMAN
(continuing, with ironic
smile)
... and humans have a way of
showing up when you least expect
them.
FREEZE FRAME.
END OF ACT FIVE
THE END
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