Star Trek’s Top 10 Charlatans & Con-Men May 21, 2011
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: List , 75 comments
A California preacher had the world abuzz with a prophesy that today (May 21st) was to be the end of the world, starting with rolling earthquakes across the planet. Armageddon hasn’t happened, making today his second inaccurate rapture prediction. In honor of our reprieve and in celebration of being alive, TrekMovie thought we would look back at some of Star Trek’s greatest hucksters, tricksters, charlatans, and con-men (and women)
JJ Abrams: Still Working On Star Trek Sequel Script + Announcement Soon
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Abrams, Star Trek sequel (2013) , 130 comments
This weekend JJ Abrams is out promoting his new movie Super 8. The first little tidbit about the Star Trek sequel has emerged, with the producer (and possible director) confirming that the script is still not complete, but more news should come soon.
Star Trek Attraction To Be Part Of 2014 Red Sea Resort In Jordan [UPDATED]
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Conventions/Events/Attractions, Star Trek (2009 film) , 27 comments
The area of Star Trek attractions continues to heat up. Today a new attraction themed around the 2009 Star Trek movie was announced as part of a larger Red Sea resort development in Jordan. Details below. [UPDATE: Artist impression of resort added]
Science Saturday: Rogue Planets + Pope Phones ISS + Saturn Super Storm + LCARS-like Laptop + more
by Kayla Iacovino , Filed under: Science/Technology , 16 comments
This week in Science Saturday: It’s getting crowded in here! Galaxy may contain billions of starless wandering planets; Hear the first ever papal call to the ISS; Track tornado destruction from space; and witness the growth of Saturn’s super storm. All this and more plus our gadget of the week: LCARS-style laptop concept.
STO Update: New Fighter Ships + Season 4 Details May 20, 2011
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Star Trek Online , 47 comments
While there has been some concern regarding the sale of Cryptic announced earlier this week, the Star Trek Online game developers continue to move forward with new additions to the game. This week they added new fighters, check out a video feature on those below. Plus STO’s Executive Producer has outlined plans for July’s Season 4 and offered more encouragement about the future of the game.
Big Bang Theory Ends Season With Star Trek Sex Gag
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: History, TOS, Viral Video/Mashup/Images , 35 comments
The nerdy CBS comedy The Big Bang Theory wrapped up its 4th season last night with yet another Star Trek gag, this time it was a "sexy Trek" running joke that set up and was woven through the show. Watch the clips below.
Happy Birthday, John Billingsley
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, ENT , 21 comments
Today is the birthday of Star Trek: Enterprise’s Dr. Phlox. John Billingsley turns 51 today and TrekMovie would like to wish him a big happy birthday. We also check in to see what John has been up to recently.
Star Trek: Infinite Space K’Tinga 3D Model + More Fedcon Video May 19, 2011
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: DS9, Games , 26 comments
Today Gameforge has revealed another 3D model preview of one of the ships for their upcoming browser-game Star Trek: Infinite Space. Check out the 3D Klingon K’Tinga ship below, along with some more videos from Gameforge at FedCon XX.
Nichelle Nichols (& Star Trek) Part Of NASA’s Musical Celebration Of Human Spaceflight Next Week
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, Music, TOS, Trek Franchise , 14 comments
Next Wednesday NASA is holding a special musical event at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC celebrating 50 years of American spaceflight. On hand will be Star Trek’s original Uhura, Nichelle Nichols, who will be accompanying an orchestra playing the original Star Trek theme. Details below.
Watch: George Wants You To Know “It’s OK To Be Takei”
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, TOS, Viral Video/Mashup/Images , 50 comments
Star Trek’s George Takei has released another video in support of civil rights, this time letting people in Tennessee (and everywhere) know that it is "OK to be Takei." Watch it below.
2 More Clips From JJ Abrams Super 8 + Cool Japanese Poster
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Abrams, Celebrity, Science/Technology, Super 8 , 15 comments
Two more clips for Star Trek director JJ Abrams new movie Super 8 have been released. This brings the total to four clips released this week, and all four link together. Watch them all below, plus check out the Spielberg-esque Japanese poster for Super 8.
The Collective: New Star Trek/M&Ms Figurines & Gorn Statue Announced May 18, 2011
by John Tenuto , Filed under: Collectibles, Merchandise, TOS , 72 comments
Today The Collective returns with news of two newly announced Star Trek collectibles. First is a strangely cool Star Trek and M&Ms ‘mashup’ figurine collection from Hamilton. Plus Hollywood Collectibles have revealed their second Star Trek statue – a Gorn. Details and pictures below.
Previews For JJ Abrams “Person of Interest” and Bruce Greenwood in “The River”
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Abrams, Celebrity, ST09 Cast , 18 comments
Today we have more previews for new 2011/12 TV season shows from Star Trek vets have been released. First up is a look at JJ Abrams new drama thriller Person of Interest from CBS. We also have a preview for ABC’s mysterious adventure show The River, featuring Bruce Greenwood. Watch them both below.
William Shatner’s “The Captains” To Premiere On EPIX In July w/ “Shatnerpalooza” Marathon
by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, History, Shatner, Trek on TV , 31 comments
We now have a date and a place for when we will be able to see William Shatner’s The Captains. The documentary about the various Star Trek captains will premiere on the EPIX channel (and online) on July 21st. EPIX is also planning a "Shatnerpalooza" of programming including six Star Trek films, classic Shatner movies, the Gonzo Ballet and more. Details below.
Leonard Nimoy: Spock Most Human Of Original Star Trek Crew
by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, Nimoy, Star Trek (2009 film), TOS , 42 comments
This weekend Star Trek’s Leonard Nimoy will be appearing at Dallas Comic Con, and in an interview promoting the event he got philosophic regarding the nature of Spock. He also talked about how he was never skeptical of JJ Abrams and the new team behind the 2009 Star Trek movie. Details below.
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