Squire of Gothos, The Original series episode #18. Written by Paul Schneider. Directed by Don McDougall. Stardate 2124.5. First aired January 12, 1967.
A landing party beams down to a mysterious planet and discovers Trelane (William Campbell), a highly advanced being with seemingly limitless power. They soon tire of the Squire's childish behavior and beam back to the Enterprise and attempt to escape his influence. When Trelane's planet continually blocks their path, Kirk beams down and confronts him, only to be sentenced to death. Trelane's parents intervene and stop Trelane's game.
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