TOS made today would be very different. Why? Timing. Star Trek, the original series, was ground breaking for its day. It also had a very unique combination of people behind it. Many of those people aren't around any longer. There's also the matter of innovation in effects and breaking social boundaries. When you're in a relatively immature arena, you're forced to improvise and be more creative on technique. TOS today wouldn't have those challenges. There's also the different social climate to contend with.
So, even beyond TOS being different if made today, would it be good? That's way too subjective a question and has far too many dependencies that would influence it. Thus, I can't comment. Who really can? It's pointless.
In the final analysis, TOS was a great milestone in episodic Sci-Fi TV. It will always be remembered for that. Are later Star Trek incarnations better? Well, that really depends upon the person. In essence, they're definitely
different. Each have their own unique characteristics linked to their place in the timeline. Some of us will prefer one over the other, for
personal reasons. But that doesn't mean other people are wrong in having a differing opinion. That said, it really amazes me how some folks will totally bash another Star Trek incarnation... even when they haven't even
seen it. I think it more mature to say "I simply didn't care for it", than to say "it's the worst thing ever made in the Star Trek franchise."
So... three cheers for TOS. May it continue to stay alive as a wonderful milestone in Star Trek history. No matter who decides to reinvent it later on.
