Arguably, Brent Spiner had one of the most challenging roles in Star Trek: The Next Generation. Portraying the android Lt. Commander Data was no easy feat, mainly due to the extensive and intricate dialogues he had to deliver within tight deadlines, sometimes even within hours.

Star Trek: The Next Generation [Credit: Paramount Domestic Television]Moreover, his portrayal extended beyond just one character, encompassing multiple roles throughout the series, each demanding equally substantial dialogue. These challenges culminated in a notable instance during the episode Masks, where he found himself practically pleading with the showrunners to cut him some slack.

Brent Spiner Had to Beg Star Trek: The Next Generation Showrunners to Cut Him Some Slack!

Early on in Star Trek: The Next Generation, the showrunners recognized that each character could carry an episode, which sparked the idea of giving everyone their moment to shine. Brent Spiner, who portrayed Data, initially handled substantial dialogue.