😭😭 The Orville This sci-fi dramedy created by Seth MacFarlane follows the crew of the exploratory vessel USS Orville as they navigate deep-space missions filled with alien encounters, ethical dilemmas and plenty of sharp humor. What begins as a lighthearted homage to Star Trek grows into a thoughtful, character-driven series with rich world-building and surprisingly emotional storytelling. MacFarlane’s Captain Ed Mercer leads a diverse cast of humans and aliens whose camaraderie gives the show