Introduction of Harry Mudd
59 years ago, Star Trek introduced an underrated villain, Harry Mudd, who remained underused for decades.
Harry Mudd, played by Roger Carmel, first appeared in Season 1, Episode 6 of The Original Series, which aired on October 13th, 1966.
He was a human man out for good old-fashioned profit.
Despite his potential, Mudd's character remained dormant for nearly six decades, overshadowed by later villains like Khan Noonien Singh and the Klingon Empire.
Author's summary: Harry Mudd was introduced 59 years ago as an underrated Star Trek villain.