| "The Drumhead" | |
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| Star Trek: The Next Generation episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 4 Episode 21 |
| Directed by | Jonathan Frakes |
| Written by | Jeri Taylor |
| Featured music | Ron Jones |
| Cinematography by | Marvin Rush |
| Production code | 195 |
| Original air date | April 29, 1991 |
| Guest appearances | |
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"The Drumhead" is the 95th episode of the syndicated American science fiction television series Star Trek: The Next Generation and the 21st episode of the program's fourth season. The episode was directed by cast member Jonathan Frakes. It takes the form of a courtroom drama.
Set in the 24th century, the series follows the adventures of the Starfleet crew of the Federation starship Enterprise-D. In this episode, an explosion aboard the Enterprise leads to a high-level investigation headed by Admiral Norah Satie (Jean Simmons), a retired officer renowned for her skill at exposing conspiracies.