I watched all of TNG for the first time only a couple of years ago with my friend, and I continually referred to Riker as "Front Row" Riker because of that Futurama episode.
I love the reading and the gag itself, but to me the funniest thing about that bit is the fact that Jonathan Frakes came in just to do the three words. Another regular "Futurama" cast member could have easily done it, but Frakes just had to. If you ever need proof of how much Frakes loves being part of Star Trek and that he'd jump at any opportunity to be part of it again, you've got it right there.![]()
I'm glad I'm not the only one who found that amusingImagine him coming into the recording studio, giving one line, and then leaving. For the sake of 3 words, you can't even tell for sure that it's him. I wonder how much he got paid for that?
I was wondering the same thing. I wouldn't be surprised if he did it for free!