The Star Trek franchise is built upon this idea, with people working by choice. You can still go do useful work if you want.
franchise - A business whereby the owner licenses its operations - along with its products, branding, and knowledge - in exchange for a fee.
ST is an intellectual property that is intended to turn a profit for it's owners. We, as its consumers, must pay for the privilege of immersing ourselves in its idealistic fantasy.
This deserves to be a Rule of Acquisition. 😜