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29 Years Ago Today…Khaaaaaaan!! June 4, 2011

by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Editorial, Feature Films (TMP-NEM) , 131 comments

On June 4th, 1982 Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan was released, and Star Trek changed forever. In the intervening 29 years nine more Star Trek feature films have been released, yet this relatively low budget entry is still considered the best of the franchise. Today TrekMovie celebrates Khan.

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Science Saturday: Goodbye Spirit + Hello Osiris REx & Orion + Mars Rumor Debunk + Jetpacks!

by Kayla Iacovino , Filed under: Science/Technology , 26 comments

This week in Science Saturday, hear all the latest NASA news, say thanks and give a teary goodbye to Mars Rover Spirit, collect asteroid samples, send humans into deep space, and get a great view of Earth from orbit. All this plus our resident Mars expert’s take on “Bio Station Alpha”, a rumored new tricorder, personal jetpacks, and more!

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Video Game Set In Star Trek Movie Universe Coming In 2012 June 3, 2011

by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Games, Orci/Kurtzman, Star Trek (2009 film), Star Trek (JJverse game) , 115 comments

Star Trek is finally returning to the world of video games. This morning Paramount announced they are developing a new game for PC, Xbox 360® and PlayStation®3, based on the 2009 Star Trek movie. The story for the game is being developed in collaboration with Star Trek writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman. Details below.

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Malcolm McDowell: Kirk’s Death In Star Trek Generations Was “Very Poor”

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Feature Films (TMP-NEM) , 158 comments

Does anyone like how they killed Captain James T. Kirk in Star Trek: Generations? Fans certainly aren’t happy about it, and now the actor who pulled the trigger reveals he thought it was a "very poor" way to end Kirk’s legacy.

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Sneak Peek Of Syfy’s “Alphas” – Produced By Star Trek: DS9’s Ira Steven Behr

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, DS9, Sci-Fi , 17 comments

In July Syfy are launching a new series – Alphas. This new show about ordinary people with extraordinary abilities is executive produced by Ira Steven Behr – known to Trek fans as the writer/exec. producer and show-runner for Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. We have pictures, a sneak peek preview and more details on Alphas below.

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Lindelof Tweets Planking Pic From Star Trek Sequel Writing Session w/ Orci June 2, 2011

by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Orci/Kurtzman, Star Trek sequel (2013) , 136 comments

There has been a lot of talk about the status of the Star Trek sequel and its script in the last few weeks. We are all still waiting for JJ Abrams promised "announcement soon" on the status of the sequel, but we did get a little tidbit today in the form of writers Roberto Orci and Damon Lindelof joining the latest fad…planking.  

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Watch: Dr. William Shatner Gives McGill University Convocation Address

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, Shatner, Viral Video/Mashup/Images , 33 comments

Today Star Trek’s original Kirk returned to his alma mater McGill University in Montreal, Canada to receive an honorary doctorate and to deliver the convocation address where he advised the new graduates to take risks and not be afraid of of making an ass" of themselves, noting it had worked for him. Watch the video below.  

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Clip: Star Trek Reference In Transformers: Dark of the Moon

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Great Links, Sci-Fi, Trek Franchise , 35 comments

Transformers: Dark of the Moon, the third live-action film in the Transformers franchise comes out in a few weeks and will feature Star Trek’s Leonard Nimoy’s voice as Sentinel Prime. But it will also feature at least one Star Trek reference. Check it out in the clip below.

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Happy Birthday, Zachary Quinto (and Belated Bday For Rene Auberjonois)

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Celebrity, DS9, ST09 Cast , 17 comments

Today is Zachary Quinto’s birthday. Star Trek’s new Spock is now 34 years old so today we want to wish Zach a happy birthday along with a belated birthday for DS9’s Rene Auberjonois (who turned 70 yesterday).  

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First Look At Star Trek: Infinite Space Ship Of The Week

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: DS9, Games , 35 comments

This summer Gameforge will release their free browser game Star Trek Infinite Space. To build excitement they have been releasing a number of 3D ship renders and today TrekMovie has an exclusive first look at the latest one. Check it out below

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CBS To Promote Star Trek Sequel At Licensing Show June 1, 2011

by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Merchandise, Star Trek sequel (2013) , 82 comments

In two weeks the worlds licensing professionals will descend on Las Vegas to show off their brand and cut new merchandising deals. And CBS will be there to cut deal for the Star Trek sequel, currently schedule for June 29, 2012. CBS is so determined to push Star Trek that they bought the cover for the official License! Magazine. More below.

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Online Star Trek Memorabilia Auction On Saturday

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Memorabilia, Merchandise , 14 comments

On Saturday Propworx is holding their second big Star Trek auction and this time it is being done entirely online. The auction will feature 257 lots with props, costumes, set pieces, set decoration and production art from all the Star Trek series, plus some of the movies. Lots will range from rare high-end items for collector to affordable lots for around $100. More details below.

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PHXCC AUDIO: Star Trek Stars Leonard Nimoy, George Takei and Robert Duncan McNeill

by Anthony Pascale , Filed under: Celebrity, Conventions/Events/Attractions, Nimoy, TOS, VOY , 20 comments

Three main cast Star Trek stars were at Phoenix Comicon and we have highlights, photos and full audio of the panels for Star Trek’s Leonard Nimoy and George Takei, plus Star Trek Voyager’s Robert Duncan McNeill. Check it all out below.

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Video of the Day: Revenge Of George Lucas

by TrekMovie.com Staff , Filed under: Fan Productions, Humor, Sci-Fi, Viral Video/Mashup/Images , 25 comments

A funny new fake trailer called "George Lucas Strikes Back" is going viral this week. It features the "real" George Lucas who has apparently been held captive while an impostor released the prequels as part of an insidious plot. What does this have to do with Star Trek? Well watch the trailer below to find out.

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