This episode features five actors from various Star Trek series and films. Rene Auberjonois, Jeri Ryan, Errik Tustenuggee, Robert Foxworth, and of course, William Shatner.
There are two meta references in this episode. First, when Denny says to Shirley "This is a sweeps episode", as this is the last episode of season two. Second occurs when Alan and Denny are sitting on the balcony and both men talking about the next season, hoping they'll get the same time [time] spot.