Star Trek: The Next Generation

Following a bizarre accident, Geordi LaForge and Ro become invisible to everyone except each other, leading the crew to assume they have perished. The two must navigate this sci‑fi adventure while only they can perceive one another, with Patrick Stewart featured in the programme.

"The Next Phase" is an episode‑length programme classified as a sci‑fi adventure. It forms part of the series titled The Next Phase and is presented as a self‑contained story rather than a full‑length film. The format follows the conventions of a typical television episode, delivering a concise narrative within a single instalment. The central incident involves an odd mishap that renders Chief Engineer Geordi LaForge and the android Ro invisible to everyone else aboard the ship. Though they remain physically present, no one else can perceive them, leading the rest of the crew to assume that both have perished. The two protagonists are only able to see and interact with each other, creating a scenario where they must navigate the ship while completely undetected. The episode stars Patrick Stewart, who appears in his regular role within the series. As a sci‑fi adventure, it combines elements of mystery and tension arising from the characters' unseen status. The story unfolds within the familiar setting of the starship, maintaining the tone expected of its genre. The bizarre accident that triggers the invisibility is the catalyst for the episode's tension, forcing LaForge and Ro to rely solely on each other while the rest of the crew mourns their presumed loss. Their isolation drives the narrative forward.