EXACTLY. Especially when they encountered a distortion event that allowed them to see a two-dimensional world, I said out loud “oh wow, when will Stewie and Brian show up?” Then I figured that the alien with the bulbous head would be akin to his counterpart in American Dad, but he’s actually just a hilarious addition that highlights how clique-ey most Trek is, with all plot-lines revolving around the senior officers, you’re left to wonder about the rest of the crew. It’s why I love Lower Decks, because it turns that idea on it’s face. But in The Orville, it’s more of a nod than the centerpiece. Yeah. Glad I gave it a shot!