Morn is to Deep Space Nine what Norm was to Cheers. He fills up a space, always the same one, and just stays there. When it is thought that the big guy has died, stories abound. These are hilarious to anyone who has watched this series with any regularity. They talk about his verbosity (I've never heard him say a word). They talk about how engaging he is. Jadzea was contemplating a relationship with him at one time. Quark talks about all the people who come into the bar because of Morn's infectiousness. What happens next involves Morn leaving his estate to Quark but giving him no way of accessing it post mortem. What follows are a series of pratfalls that are quite fun with some great character actors.
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Some surprising facts about Morn
Tweekums10 August 2010
Warning: Spoilers
As this episode opens we learn that Morn has been replaced at the bar by a hologram as the real Morn is away on business. This is all very amusing till it is learn that he was killed in an ion storm. As the crew mourn his death they share anecdotes about all the fun times they had with him and the great stories he told. When the will is opened Quark is happy to hear that it has all been left to him; sadly all he appears to have left were debts, rotting cargo and a large bath full of mud. The last item does have something of interest in it though; a naked woman who claims to be Morns ex-wife who just happens to know he'd won big on a lottery. Unfortunately she doesn't know where the thousand bricks of gold-pressed latinum is located. As Quark tries to find it it becomes clear that the ex-wife isn't the only person after it; a couple of brothers claim that Morn was in debt to them to the tune of one thousand bricks and finally a 'security officer' who claims that Morn was in fact a prince and the money must be returned to the royal family. Of course none of them has been telling the truth; they stole the money along with Morn ten years previously then he kept it all.
This episode got off to a great start, is has long been a joke of the series that Morn is a jovial character despite the fact that we never hear him say a word. Bridget White was fun and rather sexy as the 'ex-wife' Larell who even when she wasn't naked in a mud bath didn't wear too much. Gregory Itzin was also good as the 'security officer retrieving the royal family's money'. With everybody lying about their claim on the money is was impossible to tell which if any of them was telling the truth keeping the episode interesting right to the end. It was a relief to find that Morn wasn't quite as dead as we thought and nice to see Quark get some reward for once.
This episode got off to a great start, is has long been a joke of the series that Morn is a jovial character despite the fact that we never hear him say a word. Bridget White was fun and rather sexy as the 'ex-wife' Larell who even when she wasn't naked in a mud bath didn't wear too much. Gregory Itzin was also good as the 'security officer retrieving the royal family's money'. With everybody lying about their claim on the money is was impossible to tell which if any of them was telling the truth keeping the episode interesting right to the end. It was a relief to find that Morn wasn't quite as dead as we thought and nice to see Quark get some reward for once.
The other side of Morn.
planktonrules19 January 2015
"Who Mourns for Morn?" is another comedic episode of "Star Trek: Deep Space 9" that is about the Ferengi. In this case, it's specifically about Quark and his friend, Morn. When the show begins, you learn that the ever-present Morn has died. The reaction of the folks around the station is quite funny and how everyone talks about him is a great contrast to what you've always seen on the show--a large, hulking and ever-quiet alien. Here, however, you learn a lot more about the guy...after he's died.
One of the odd things about Morn is that he decided to leave his estate to Quark. At first Quark is thrilled--but soon he learns that Morn has left nothing...or next to nothing. I bit later, however, the show becomes a lot like an old film noir piece, as various scum begin showing up and demand a portion of Morn's vast treasure--100 bars of latinum. But where is this latium? And, are these folks ready to kill Quark to get it? What gives?!
This is a cute episode--especially the ending. What I really appreciated, though, is that the show made so many references to how much everyone loved him and how he was such a great talker--all from a character who never said a single word on the show. Worth seeing.
One of the odd things about Morn is that he decided to leave his estate to Quark. At first Quark is thrilled--but soon he learns that Morn has left nothing...or next to nothing. I bit later, however, the show becomes a lot like an old film noir piece, as various scum begin showing up and demand a portion of Morn's vast treasure--100 bars of latinum. But where is this latium? And, are these folks ready to kill Quark to get it? What gives?!
This is a cute episode--especially the ending. What I really appreciated, though, is that the show made so many references to how much everyone loved him and how he was such a great talker--all from a character who never said a single word on the show. Worth seeing.
I love Morn
ashleef-893532 May 2024
This episode (and the whole show), is filled with lore about Morn. He's a great character. I recently found out that "morn" is actually an acronym for "Norm," as in the guy from cheers who always sits in the same chair. Very fitting. I love how they're always referring to him as so talkative, yet we never hear a peep from him. Not to mention how, in this episode, he appears as a different character that Quark asks to sit in his chair to keep it warm. Morn is incredibly endearing, and all this lore adds to his likability. Despite his silence, he's one of the best characters on Ds9 in my opinion.
The morn web.
thevacinstaller28 August 2021
Warning: Spoilers
A well executed diversion from the high stakes dominion war arc. It's always a good time watching Quark fall down the rabbit hole in his pursuit of wealth.
It's good for several laughs on initial viewing but doesn't rank high on rewatchability for me.
It's good for several laughs on initial viewing but doesn't rank high on rewatchability for me.
Deferring gratification
snoozejonc24 April 2023
Quark gets involved in another amusing scheme to earn latinum.
This is a good Quark episode with strong humour.
Quark falling foul of some colourful characters in a moneymaking scam is always fun, but this one has the added focus of being centred around the silent character Morn. The writers make the most of his persona with plenty of tongue in cheek lines about his characterisation and backstory. The plot unfolds with a series of predictable yet amusing revelations.
Aaron Shimerman carries the episode with a charismatic performance and is supported well by Rene Auberjonois and the guest stars.
This is a good Quark episode with strong humour.
Quark falling foul of some colourful characters in a moneymaking scam is always fun, but this one has the added focus of being centred around the silent character Morn. The writers make the most of his persona with plenty of tongue in cheek lines about his characterisation and backstory. The plot unfolds with a series of predictable yet amusing revelations.
Aaron Shimerman carries the episode with a charismatic performance and is supported well by Rene Auberjonois and the guest stars.
Again nothing to do with the series storyline.
gdh-887215 September 2019
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