The Roddenberry Archive: Deep Space Nine... The World According to Quark

[@shaundis2117]

Don't stop putting out content like this please. Thank you.

[@orahovavucichitlerdacicgoe7223]

Love star trek

[@dothosiekingham8520]

I'm an old follower.of Star Trek but I must say I loved DS9 shame it finished

[@outlawedTV88]

THis all should be a reality by now after so many years of space discovery! But sadly it is not and begs the question, will it all just remain forever in Science Fiction?! I think it will since no evidence suggest otherwise! But keep dreaming of finite space kids. That's all we have left with anyways - dreaming!

[@xmotex]

So great to hear Armin Shimmerman narrating this, I couldn't think of anything more perfect.

[@outlawedTV88]

Perfect host, and myself wud not choose anybody but him.

[@MelissaAtwell]

Watching this series in 480p back in the day, I now realize how many artistic design details were just completely lost in that blurry broadcast smear. This show truly deserves a 4K remaster!

[@drwho37]

1,000 percent

[@davidgill5699]

That blurry broadcast smear did help with the special effects though. Like the paintings they use to extend aeras like the jefferies tubes and the promenade didn't look like paintings due to the blur

[@moeskido]

Even if they only release, say, four remastered episodes as a test of fan interest, I'd be over the moon.

[@GraemeGunn]

Lmao 4K

[@NuntiusLegis]

@@GraemeGunn AI can do that.

[@renatus6883]

Man do I wish we could visit the Promenade just a couple more times. This show would transport me to another world every week for an hour.

[@ydoomenaud]

But not in Florida with $15 drinks

[@inuYasha81085]

Pluto TV now has a DS9 channel

[@kerry-j4m]

Me too. GREAT series.

[@techboysf]

It was fun to see the paintings to make the illusion of the full promenade. Really does fall apart when you get close, but that was never the point. Everyone who worked on the show brought us so much joy.

[@matthewmillaisgray]

Dear Otoy, I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible work you do in preserving and showcasing classic Roddenberry Star Trek. Your channel is a treasure trove of nostalgia and appreciation for these timeless works. Watching your beautiful documentary, I couldn't help but be reminded of the things that made these showcased works so special. The artistry of the Motion Picture still resonates in its stunning design, capturing the essence of the Star Trek universe. Armin Shimerman hosted this DS9 recollection superbly in his entertaining and compelling dialogue. I must admit, when Deep Space Nine was airing, I found it a bit difficult to fully grasp its brilliance. However, when I had the opportunity to watch it in its entirety, thanks to streaming services and a full set, the true excellence of the series came through in the most enjoyable way. The intricate formula that DS9 presented unfolded before my eyes, and I was captivated by its depth and complexity. One aspect of the series that particularly fascinated me was the seamless blend of science, religion, and spirituality. It was a thought-provoking amalgamation that explored fascinating concepts and challenged our understanding of the universe. The science fiction or fantasy worked and jelled cohesively! Once again, I want to extend my deepest appreciation to you, Otoy, for your dedication to preserving and showcasing these classic Roddenbery Star Trek works. Your channel is a haven for fans like myself, allowing us to relive the magic and immerse ourselves in the captivating world of Star Trek. I am inspired to make something myself now, and for this I am grateful. Thank you for all that you do.

[@WrestlingWithGaming]

Beautifully narrated, written, edited, modeled, textured, and animated. Really, a gorgeous video all around and having Armin narrate is the icing on the cake. Thanks for this treat. LLAP 🖖🏻

[@HUNVilly]

I love his enthusiasm and delivery.

[@angrysapper83]

8:30 So, how many of us are now sad we never got to see DS9's bowling alley?? Such a throwback to TOS!! This is amazing work, OTOY!! The sights are beyond amazing, but the real gem here?? Quark. This couldn't be any better than it is!! Im overusing the exclamation point because I can not hold back my excitement for how well done this is!!

[@JDMullachabu]

This is amazing. To see DS9 in such a great resolution is what we’ve always needed! Now we just need the remastered series!

[@alvinbanks]

CBS and Paramount are to sorry to remaster this excellent series that IMO is the best Trek series. It would be nice if Trek were sold to another studio as I have read, then maybe DS9 would be given the recognition and support that was handed to the lesser quality shows like TNG and Voyager.

[@NuntiusLegis]

@@alvinbanks I agree DS9 was the pinnacle, but being part of the golden aage of Star Trek together with TNG and VOY.

[@paulaburrows8660]

THIS is Star Trek. Thank you

[@morganmosley5136]

Amen

[@ianwright4255]

We were spoiled back then

[@turn-basedtalkers9384]

Back in the 90s people were screaming "This ISN'T STAR TREK!" How little has changed now. Looking forward to Discovery and Picard finally being rediscovered in, oh, 30 years or so.

[@Groktargash]

​@@turn-basedtalkers9384 I wouldn't count on that. This is different.

[@daliborzujovic]

All Star Trek is Star Trek.

[@antinbath]

Astounding. So many things I’d not noticed before. Of all the modelling and lighting the things that made me think “that’s perfect” are the carpets and Quark’s bars floor. Weird I know, but they are just so spot on: texture, lighting, colour. This walkthrough with the virtual camera and editing is also amazing, and Armin is such a wonderful host. Thank you.

[@nick_pappagiorgio]

DS9 is the best-written and acted Trek series and one of the finest TV shows of all time.

[@zigadabooga]

Can't ignore the contributions of TNG and Voyager. All three made some great viewing.

[@chemicalhap]

God such a difference now. All the hate that DS9 got similar to what Discovery and Picard got.....all of those who cried about how it wasn't Star Trek...I warned them at conventions about history repeating how wrong they would be and well history repeats.

[@davidgill5699]

​@chemicalhap discovery and picard are different beasts though. Like on discovery for example whenever there's a battle I can't hear anything that's going on discovery's Bridge. The inserting of modern disco music whereas everyone else avoided it also gets my goat

[@danielroeglin9805]

In my book deep space nine is the absolute best shows in the world

[@orchidsofasia2115]

Fact.

[@thelifeemery]

Why did this make me so emotional... Thanks Armin.

[@JasonAdank]

When this show first came out, I was like wtf..... but by the time the series finale aired, I found myself a bit choked up with the last 5 minute montage of memories.... what a journey. I felt like the whole DS9 cast became part of my family and we were parting ways forever.....

[@Stu047]

Stunning presentation. The detail is bonkers! 😀

[@Tufts2003]

DS9 was such a special show, this was wonderful to travel back. Thank you! This is REAL Star Trek, and we need more of it! Keep up the amazing work!

[@outcastt98]

Absolutely amazing. The level of detail was extraordinary-it felt like revisiting an old friend. Hearing Armin Shimerman, aka that charming scoundrel Quark, was truly magical and brought a tear to my eye.

[@SlayerSantiago]

Epic! Would love to see a remastered version of DS9!

[@FrodeFender]

Me too. But it is important to know that while TNG was shot on film, DS9 and Voyager was shot on video. The remastering of TNG was possible because of the high resolution on 32mm film. The best we can hope for is some kind of AI Upscale of the original video source of DS9 and Voyager 😉🙏🏼

[@pderham26]

​@@FrodeFender DS9 was shot on film

[@FrodeFender]

@@pderham26 I stand corrected 🙂👍🏼 You're right! It was the final release that only exist on tape because of the added low resolution digital effects. If any remastering is to be done of the original 32mm recordings, ALL effects has to be redone in 4K 👍🏼👍🏼

[@davidjames1389]

@@FrodeFender Yeah I've seen some really nice upscales that would be a massive improvement over what we have now, but unfortunately I don't think CBS/Paramount even cares enough to do THAT much for it.

[@FrodeFender]

@@davidjames1389 Totally agree 👍🏼 But I think you're right, they don't seem to care about the old shows anymore 😞

[@peterfll]

WOW just incredible to see the love and attention being given to such a beloved series. We can but hope for the HD/4K full restoration for these series still. And so wonderful to hear Armin of course! ❤

[@angelsisko7157]

Armin’s narration is wonderful! What a treat thank you

[@rachelnesser9223]

Ah, my favorite space station! The Promenade looks spectacular! I think DS9 will always be my favorite Trek series -- I adore it.😀👍🏻💝

[@chrisgurney2467]

Anyone else get goosebumps when the narration started? 😍

[@techboysf]

I instinctively looked for my wallet. And my bars at the assay office.

[@AmeliaNeek]

Deep Space Nine is still my favorite.

[@johnhawk3938]

DS9. My absolute favorite TV show ever.

[@l00k4tstuff]

It was an excellent show. Thank you Armin for doing the narration!

[@Comedy4cast]

You guys are crushing it with these recreations! Never, ever stop!

[@singletona082]

Thank you for this. Armin Shimerman's narration was rather lovely. and greatly appreciated.

[@peteryang5056]

Hah, the multiple Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy references in the Promenade directory brought joy to my heart.

[@Bo_Nidle]

DS9 was the best Trek after TOS. Give us the Blu-Ray box set! TAKE MY MONEY!!!

[@aracelymoran2504]

+@Bo_Nidle You have to give Berman and Co., Gene's prodiges of sorts, the gift of taking Gene's universe intact after his death. People were skeptical, and rightly so, of how it would come out without Gene being there. Yes, some were hating on it just because there was no Gene in it and not giving Berman a chance, but no one hated it for its content and entertainment value. Like Nu Trek faces today. After "Enterprise" ST ceased to be.

[@corrywhatever3516]

I almost never click on ads, but I let an ad bring me here and I'm very glad I did! Nicely put together and I enjoyed armin's narration.

[@chucka.3520]

Just a wonderful tour of Deep Space Nine.

[@konrectorad]

This is my favourite channel on youtube! For some reason I always forget it exists and when a new video pops up I'm amazed! Thanks for this incredible content!

[@davidjames1389]

Man, this really makes you appreciate just how bold and different the design work was on this show. Sadly I don't think a studio would ever take that kind of chance again.

[@alvinbanks]

They are taking that chance with a lame @$$ Picard movie.

[@bravoromeojohn]

What an amazing tour, like a dream to float through there with your narration, and yet...Gene exists there too. Most grateful for the tour Sir!

[@hal900x]

I was overcome by emotion several times exploring the archive. Especially the DS corridor. When I realized you could actually walk through it at will, I cried a bit.

[@notcarolkaye]

The lighting is so good. It looks exactly like the show.

[@anumeon]

I love the old PC game "Startrek DS9: Harbinger" wandering around parts of the station. Interacting with the cast and solving an intergalactic threat... Great game from a bygone era

[@DarthVader-1701]

Don't forget DS9: The Fallen.

[@BritneyLaZonga]

I love DS9 to death. I doubt any new series will ever manage to rise to it´s level - let alone top it.

[@alvinbanks]

I agree wholeheartedly.

[@kerry-j4m]

AGREED.

[@travelingman3732]

Love it. This was the best Star Trek series ever, hands down. Quark and Odo were my favorite characters. I wish they'd do a another Trek series like it but, alas, I know it couldn't be done. Deep Space Nice had a unique magic all its own that will never be replicated.

[@shampoovta]

Great show. Love the bar that was in Las Vegas 💕 I had the Vulcan pizza. 🍕

[@Philip-p7p]

Deep Space Nine is the BEST written and the best acted Star Trek series of all time. Period.

[@inceptional]

We need a full HD remaster of this show. I was just trying to get my wife to watch it on Netflix for the first time, but the low quality of the footage was an instant barrier to her being able to get into it. :( Also, I really wish we could get all these sets and locations in VR, from DS9 to the Enterprise D. There was a brilliant fan project of the Enterprise D at once point, but it sadly got shut down. Giving us something like that with proper modern VR movement, turning and interaction would just be stunning. Star Trek has never bettered the TNG/DS9 era imo, and it would be so nice to be able to go both watch both shows in glorious HD and go back there and stand in this world's special locations in VR and just be there again from time to time. Edit: Just saw some of your clips for the Vision Pro stuff. They look awesome. But, obviously, most people aren't going to be able to afford a Vision Pro, so it would be great if this kind of thing was assessable in more affordable and mainstream VR headsets too, be it PC VR or the Quest line. I have a Quest 3, and I would truly love to be able to walk around a high quality recreation of the Enterprise D bridge on that headset.

[@FrodeFender]

I agree. But it is important to know that while TNG was shot on film, DS9 and Voyager was shot on video. The remastering of TNG was possible because of the high resolution on 32mm film. The best we can hope for is some kind of AI Upscale of the original video source of DS9 and Voyager 😉🙏🏼

[@plugsocket9432]

I remember Robert Meyer Burnett who worked on the TNG remaster to HD quality said it cost Paramount in 2012 $20M. He said last year in 2023 that $20M from Viacom CBS could remaster TOS, TNG, DS9, VOY and ENT in 4K. However I don’t see anything happening anytime soon when Viacom CBS which owns Paramount and Star Trek is currently up for sale.

[@plugsocket9432]

@@FrodeFender See my previous reply to you that says that both DS9 and Voyager where filmed using 32mm film. Although some visual effects where produced on video however today can be redone.

[@FrodeFender]

@@plugsocket9432 I stand corrected 🙂👍🏼 You're right! It was the final release that only exist on tape because of the added low resolution digital effects. If any remastering is to be done of the original 32mm recordings, ALL effects has to be redone in 4K 👍🏼👍🏼

[@inceptional]

@@FrodeFender Just proves film really was/is special.

[@shona-sof]

Amazing recreations! And Armin's narration is icing on the cake!

[@camikucera8097]

Thanks for this wonderful journey through the DS9 space station! Having Armin narrate it was a brilliant idea!

[@daxrico266]

I hope that we'll one day get back to the quality of 90's Trek

[@Cynycal]

I really did enjoy SNW, but I agree with you.

[@davidjames1389]

Well, at least the quality of DS9. Voyager and Enterprise weren't even close to the same level unfortunately.

[@daxrico266]

@@davidjames1389 I loved Voyager personally, and I think Enterprise has aged quite well (the last episode notwithstanding)

[@alvinbanks]

@@davidjames1389 ?

[@Cloudwave]

I loved deep space nine. Incredible. Also great to hear Armin again.

[@CaptRicoSakara]

DS9 was my Dad's favorite Trek show. He loved it.

[@maybetoby]

Adding Worf and the Dominion War made this show great in my opinion.

[@simulantmind2204]

I almost cried watching this. I miss real Star Trek so very much. I have nothing else besides my work, God, My wonderful family and friends and Star Trek. Please, let Terry Matalas make Star Trek... Star Trek again. I beg you. I want nothing else in this life but to see this type of Star Trek again.

[@Darkbirdy]

As a Star Trek fan for almost 50 years, it's kind of a slap in the face that this is only available to people who own a very specific product that most people can't even begin to afford.

[@brightlight3520]

what a great use of Ai voices! the editing and footage is superb and makes it such a pleasant trip down memory lane. it truly was a remarkable show and this reminds me of all the great episodes in this iconic series! thank you so much for making this video!

[@OTOY]

There is no AI voice work in this video

[@marvelboy74]

Armin was an excellent narrator. I would have loved to have walked through this set.

[@ryujisato7466]

Thank you posted good movie. Live long and prosper！ From Japan

[@SB0780]

Out of any of the shows, Deep Space Nine I think could make for a beautifully animated series. Or animated movie. They could continue where the story left off, the original actors could return to lend their voices and those who have departed they could pay tribute to in some way. Love this video - thank you!

[@MedalionDS9]

Thank you, Armin! DS9 forever!

[@RFSA180]

Greatest Trek show ever made. Utter masterpiece

[@crystalincyberspace]

This is gorgeous work, thank you. Armin is so special, great that he narrated this.

[@brucebargerhuff4228]

I have the entire series of deep space nine on DVD I will watch the entire thing from beginning to end wait a year or two and come back and watch it again it's crazy cuz as many times as I've seen it I still see episodes that I go I don't remember that one best Star Trek series ever

[@alvinbanks]

It is the best Trek series.

[@MatthewCaunsfield]

Glorious visuals and the narration by Armin is a terrific bonus!

[@davidjames1389]

Really hope you guys do a followup video that explores other parts of the station, like Ops and Sisko's office. Would absolutely love to see those rendered in HD quality.

[@skanndelus]

Thank you so much for this

[@paulspencer3069]

Beautiful work, seeing the station with such clarity is awe inspiring. Work of this calibre makes me wonder if a station set recreated as part CG and part physical might even allow a live action return at some point, even if just for an episode.

[@colinm127]

Thank you creaters, thank you Armin. I love this so much. Please make more ds9 content

[@badladyami]

9:25 Man, the way Armin just SLID right into Quark pitching the bar made me giggle.

[@knessing7681]

oh how I miss Quark and Odo joshing at each other and the cat and mouse game they played.

[@TheAngryPlrate]

I hate the fact that ds9 was never shown the love it deserved on release. It completely pushed what was then the star trek boundaries. It was exactly what was needed but trek fans are a fickle bunch. Change was exactly what was needed yet change wasn't appreciated. Ds9 still has some of the best storylines to this very day.

[@mardus_ee]

On release, the first two seasons of DS9 were weak, but then Season 3 got things going in a way I could never have imagined. During the time that "Past Tense" Parts I & II aired, I could not understand what might have been the motivation behind the commentary underscoring the Bell Riots, but the motivation and the commentary remain highly contemporary even to this day, and in major world events past and current: the commentary harkens back to the Warsaw Ghetto, and the apartheid-era South Africa, where apartheid was abolished just a year before in 1994. Superficially, the two-parter was poverty, but as I've become three times older and wiser, I've realised, that it's about the othering of an entire people, who finally decide to rise up from the ghetto and attain their freedom.

[@maccabee7]

This is wonderful. Thanks Quark son of Geldar!

[@jmet03]

This makes me want DS9 in HD so bad!!!!

[@nexusvideo]

Modern AI rendering might actually make this possible. The studio went real cheap when they put this together. Widescreen high def tvs were still considered future tech at that time.

[@alvinbanks]

@@nexusvideo That is not correct. In Star Trek The Magazine it says that from season 4 onwards DS9 was being filmed in HD in preparation for the future. You look at the standard version TNG vs DS9 and you can see DS9 has better quality. Iknow because I have all the series and movies.

[@hansbier5198]

@@nexusvideo What are you talking about? They made it on Film. Its easy to make HD and 4K out of it. The Only Problem is the Season 4-7, because they dint Film the SFX anymore, they where made on the Computer without Future-Proof Methods....

[@johnbeer4963]

Quark, one of the most memorable ST characters there is.

[@DeconvertedMan]

Man that station is so awesome. :D

[@magnusvontesla]

My favorite Trek show. Beautiful video.

[@ServantOfOdin]

May the Great Bird of the Galaxy shine unto these projects. That is so lovely.

[@remconet]

DS9 was such a big thing to me back then. The first Star Trek series I followed from the start. Reflecting back on it also means reflecting back on my youth (my twenties). Feel like a lifetime ago...

[@zenchiefengineer]

Absolutely fantastic

[@Yujinators]

Thank you for another great video! ♥

[@danb32505]

12:55; This was and still is one of my favorite Star Trek shows. I still watch it on Pluto TV. On a High Definition TV, it’s like looking at the characters through a window at the characters you’ve come to love. It really doesn’t get any better than that. Watching this video brought back so many great memories for me. Thank you!

[@Screwball70]

My dad used to love DS9 God rest his soul.

[@XL-5117]

I loved DS9, it was my favourite Star Trek show after the original series. It embodies all the original themes and pioneering elements of Star Trek and some. My favourite characters were the minor characters especially Jake and Nog, who we saw grow up on the station. I especially enjoyed seeing the other Cardassian stations like DS9, like Empok Nor and when the crews came into contact with them it made for often dangerous missions. I miss DS9 and think it deserved a more fitting send off and definitely a movie. We need to know more about what happened to Sisco and Jake, and the rest of the cast. Much better than Voyager and what came after.

[@jenergomes]

A Shimmering presentation. I never realized until now that Quark's Bar was in the middle and top of the Promenade and also of the station, instead of the Operations Center. Quite a privileged location!

[@CoinOpTV]

everyone sleeps on DS9 but it’s my second favorite series

[@raiaren]

Love this & love DS9!!!! ❤✨🖖

[@tnpir4002]

Even if you're familiar with the contours of DS9's Promenade, this is worth it just for Armin Shimmerman's narration. He was clearly delighted to do this.

[@colinsmith9288]

KZbin needs to create a "Turbo Like" button, used for special occasions on videos like this.

[@arnthorsnaer]

Great job.. made me want more DS9

[@markthompson9914]

Kwark and Odo’s play off each other was one of my favourite parts of DS9 ✌️🇬🇧

[@robertdrysdale23]

I would gladly watch a whole series of Deep Space 9 according to Quark with Armin Shimmerman narrating, one on ops, runabouts and docking pads, and Siskos pimp hand the Defiant. It would be great.

[@00nick7]

Oh man! I wish I had seen this sooner! So cool!

[@brightlord-ov7cm]

Mr. Shimmerman (sp?) and the guy that played garak were both my favorite actors from this series as well as their characters.

[@scary_scat3924]

God how i loved this show.The only one to show how the prime directive starfleet would handle a straight up full blown war ,filled with loss,despair,brutality,horror and hope

[@mikegyro]

I wanna go back to DS9!

[@qunewsguy]

Beautiful renders of the spaces!

[@austinvieira8720]

Very nice little video! ❤

[@badladyami]

The fact that "Pancho's Happy Bottom Riding Club" is on the same directory as "Vince's Gymnasium" makes me feel like "Klondike Bill's Glass Bottom Boat Rides" was just a touch TOO on-the-nose.

[@jeffbudd7678]

If this doesn't scream that DS9 needs a 4k digital remaster I don't know what does.

[@jonmake9124]

Keep on making Great videos guys! Now where's that remaster of DS9 and Voyager? I know it will take lots of time and money do it, but it would be nice one day if Paramount would remaster them with AI for something, the DVD's don't look too good anymore especially on an HD TV. In the mean time I look forward to more great videos from the guys who do with youtube channel.

[@kelvington4182]

That's amazing! Very well done. Excellent narration too!

[@ismike1982]

This is absolutely incredible. I am awed and inspired.

[@ah7910]

I’ve just been hate-watching what will thankfully be the last season of Discovery 🤮. What an incredible surprise to watch this fantastic love-letter homage to my favourite Trek series, our beloved DS9. The Roddenberry Archive is truly doing important work.

[@Keithustus]

While Discovery has had some excellent moments, there's just entirely too much action. At least the previous season slowed things down a bit to diplomacy it out.

[@devilrac0r]

That's just awesome. Thx Mr. Shimerman!

[@defknightsoul]

Armin and the Ferengi family on DS9 ❤