publication date: Thursday, February 13, 2020 (part of Winter 2020)

category: Television

clue: This Russian actor was in an American show, about Russians in America, playing a Russian... Ugh, this clue is not merciful and quick.

explanation: Gorn starred in The Americans. more…

intended difficulty: hard

solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, and Chris Lemler

Make It So Evil: Now that Patrick Stewart has reprised the role of Captain Jean-Luc Picard, some of Star Trek's most famous villains might make a return appearance on television. It's unlikely that they'll be played by these celebrity namesakes. Think you can identify all seven? Engage!

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