
Jean-Luc Picard is a Star Trek character primarily portrayed by actor Patrick Stewart. He appears in the television series Star Trek: The Next Generation as the captain of the Federation starship USS Enterprise-D. Depicted as deeply moral, highly logical and cerebral, Picard is a master of diplomacy and debate who resolves seemingly intractable issues between multiple parties with a Solomon-like wisdom. Though such resolutions are usually peaceful, Picard is also shown utilizing his remarkable tactical cunning in situations when it is required. Picard also appears in the feature films Star Trek Generations, Star Trek: First Contact, Star Trek: Insurrection, Star Trek Nemesis and made an appearance in the pilot episode of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.