The Orville ECV-197 has a history long before Captain Ed Mercer ever took command.

In this bonus episode of Talking The Orville deep dive, we explore the canon history of The Orville, the Union Mid-Level Cruiser that became one of the most beloved ships in modern sci-fi television. From the earliest concept of the Union Exploratory-Class Vessel to the design work of Dr. S.J. Lineweaver, the construction of ECV-X1, the launch of ECV-197, and The Orville’s first mission to the Omicron Velorum star cluster, this episode breaks down the full in-universe history of The Orville.

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