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I agree with many reviewers who state that the episode was sad based on the relationship that quickly developed between Stansfield and Horn and the eventual outcome.. Their love for each other was the essential story and was well-written and well-delivered by Lansing and Hartley. The various scientific inaccuracies, while true , do not detract from the storyline. One of the best episodes of the series.

Having been a child during the Lone Ranger years, I always thought he was the embodiment of all things right and proper. I looked to him as a positive role model in my childhood and still believe his appeal is universal. Like "Superman" with George Reeves, the Lone Ranger fought for truth and justice when he confronted the "bad guys" and always triumphed. Watching the episodes on Tubi TV, I can say that the story lines hold even today and do not insult a child's intelligence. Good versus evil. Simple, direct and easy to understand. Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels are true giants and will be forever remembered.

As many reviews have accurately stated, this episode is more an in-depth study of human behavior rather than of the typical sci-fi storyline. James Whitmore gives a powerful performance as "Captain Benteen" who desperately wants to cling to power over the settlers when they will be brought back to Earth after spending 30 years on a barren, desolate planet. Tim O'Connor, as the spaceship's commander, is the voice of reason and delivers what I consider to be one of the best performances of his career. It is O'Connor who gives the settlers their longed-for hope to return to normal life when they return to Earth.

This episode, along with "Death Ship," are two classics in the hour-long format. And include "No Time Like the Past" as the top three one-hour episodes.