A young child is hurt during play with his brother as the result of a joke. After he runs off, he eats a poisonous fruit and the Enterprise must get him to a Starbase for treatment. Meanwhile, Data seemingly malfunctions and takes over the Enterprise, changing its heading to an unknown location. Once there Data beams down to the surface to be reunited with his creator, Dr. Noonian Soong and with his brother, Lore. Brent Spiner reprises his role as Lore, and plays Noonian Soong.

Producers: David Livingston, Lee Sheldon
Director: Rob Bowman
Writer: Rick Berman

Guest Cast:

Adam Ryen (Willie)
Cory Danzinger (Jake)
James Lashly (Ensign Kopf)