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Sci-Fi | February 7, 2009 | By: Rosario T. Calabria 57 comments so far

Sci-Fi Saturday: Terminator, Watchmen, Tron, Iron Man, Dollhouse, Caprica, New Genre TV Pilots + more

This week the buzz is about Christian Bale’s Terminator reshoots tirade – we have all the latest on the fallout, plus more Terminator news and images. We also have a big update with lots of video and images on Watchmen, Jeff Bridges being cloned for Tron 2.0,  Iron Man 2 casting news, the latest on the future of Superman and Batman, and much more. In TV news we have a breakdown of all the genre pilots in the works, updates on Dollhouse and Caprica and tons of previews.

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ST09 Cast, Star Trek (2009 film) | February 7, 2009 | By: TrekMovie.com Staff 70 comments so far

Tyler Perry On His Role In Star Trek & Being Directed By JJ Abrams

One of the more surprising castings in the new Star Trek movie is Tyler Perry, who has a couple of scenes in the film. Perry is best known as the producer, writer, director and star of his own films and TV shows, and Star Trek is actually the first film he has appeared in that he didn’t direct. In a new interview with BlackVoices, Perry talks about what it was like on Trek and being directed by JJ Abrams. [minor spoilers]

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Celebrity, Interview, TNG | February 7, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 44 comments so far

Exclusive: Jonathan Frakes Talks ‘Trek Reunion’ Episode of Leverage, Type-casting & more

Jonathan Frakes started directing while still playing William Riker on Star Trek The Next Generation, going on to direct multiple Trek episodes, two TNG films, as well as many non-Trek films and TV shows. Next week TNT will air an episode of their heist show Leverage directed by Frakes and featuring guest spots for Trek actors Brent Spiner and Armin Shimerman, so we thought now would be a good time to check in with the bearded one.

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Merchandise, VOY | February 6, 2009 | By: TrekMovie.com Staff 38 comments so far

Preview ST Magazine Voyager Issue w/ Jeri Ryan & Bob Picardo Interview Excerpts

If you are a fan of Star Trek Voyager, you will want to pick up the new issue (#16) of the official Star Trek Magazine. There is an extensive set of articles and interviews looking back at Trek’s fourth series. We have extended interview excerpts below from Jeri Ryan (7of 9) and Robert Picardo (The Doctor), plus preview images from the issue.

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BSG, Sci-Fi | February 6, 2009 | By: Rosario T. Calabria 78 comments so far

BSG Preview: “Blood on the Scales” + Caprica Coming To DVD In April

Last week’s episode Battlestar Galactica, "The Oath," ended with those dreaded word ‘to be continued’ and so this week they pick up where they left off with "Blood on the Scales" the fourth of the final 10 episodes of BSG. In our weekly BSG Preview we have clips, details, interview links and videos, plus more frakin links all about BSG, including news on the release of the Caprica BSG prequel on DVD.

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Conventions/Events/Attractions | February 6, 2009 | By: TrekMovie.com Staff 28 comments so far

Star Trek Guide To NY Comic Con 2009

Today is day one for New York Comic Con. Although not as massive as the Summer Comic Con in San Diego, this is still a big event. Attending the event are a number of Star Trek licensees who have booths as well as some Star Trek related panels. Also in attendance will be Marina Sirtis and a few other Trek celebs. See below for a list of what Trek fans can add to their list of things to do at NYCC. 

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Science/Technology | February 6, 2009 | By: Kayla Iacovino 35 comments so far

Science Friday: Quantum Teleporter, Green Comet, Google Mars + Lizard Spock The T-Shirt & more

This week’s Science Friday will teleport your entangled molecules, crash the Earth into a big green comet, explore the depths of oceans and solar system in 3D, traverse dangerous Martian terrain, and school you with our gadget of the week: Rock Paper Scissors Lizard Spock tee! All this and more is waiting for you! All you’ve got to do is click “more”…

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Merchandise, ST09 Cast, Star Trek (2009 film), VOY | February 5, 2009 | By: John Tenuto 137 comments so far

Bruce Greenwood Compares Chris Pine To Daniel Craig In New ST Magazine Interview [UPDATED]

The newest issue of Titan’s official Star Trek magazine, arriving on newsstands Feb. 10th, features an exclusive interview with Bruce Greenwood, Captain Christopher Pike in the new Star Trek. See below for an excerpt. Titan has also announced the availability of back issues of UK magazine Star Trek Monthly on CD-ROM and launched a new Facebook page. Details below.

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Fandom, Sci-Fi, Shatner | February 5, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 81 comments so far

Exclusive: Fanboys Director Kyle Newman Explains Why Trekkies Should See Fanboys

On Friday, after a long wait, the geeky comedy Fanboys finally hits theaters. The road trip film about Star Wars fans traveling across country to Skywalker Ranch also has some Star Trek elements, not the least of which is a cameo from William Shatner. So TrekMovie decided to check in with director Kyle Newman to find out why Trekkies should see Fanboys. We also have an exclusive image of the Trekkies in Fanboys.

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Toys | February 4, 2009 | By: John Tenuto 107 comments so far

The Collective: Review Of DST Exclusive Toys R Us Figures

There has been a lot of news about new Star Trek toys and merchandise headed to major retailers this spring, but Trek’s return to Toys R Us has already started with a whole wave of classic Trek toys and figures from Diamond Select, including the instant-classic exclusive ‘screaming Khan’ Kirk figure. See below for our review with pictures first 2009 TRU Exclusives, plus more DST news on the return of Locutus.

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Marketing/Promotion, Star Trek (2009 film) | February 4, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 137 comments so far

Star Trek Commercial 2nd Most Memorable Super Bowl Movie Spot

Last weekend Paramount dropped some big cash on a number of Super Bowl commercials, including one for JJ Abrams Star Trek (each 30 second spot estimated by Variety to cost around $2 Million). On Monday we reported that media analysts were mostly positive about the spot and now there are three new online polls showing that the Trek ad  is rating as the penultimate movie commercial of the 2009 Super Bowl.

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Fandom, Great Links | February 4, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 241 comments so far

Man Wielding Bat’leth Robs 2 Colorado 7-11s [UPDATE: Surveillance Cam Image]

Apparently the economy is so bad, that a Trekkie has turned to crime. According to multiple reports from the Colorado press, a man wielding a Klingon Bat’leth sword robbed two different 7-11 stores in Colorado Springs, CO this morning. So far no one was injured, but the crook has not yet been caught. More details and a video TV report below. [UPDATE: Image of Bat’leth Bandit released]

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Celebrity, Shatner | February 3, 2009 | By: John Tenuto 62 comments so far

ShatWatch: Raw Nerve Renewed & Bill talks Takei Appearance + Gonzo Ballet Premiere Date + more

February begins with good news for William Shatner (although TrekMovie sees all Shatner news as good news). First Bill’s Bio Channel chat show has been renewed for more episodes (and we have video of Shatner talking about Takei coming to the show). Plus the Gonzo Ballet has a film festival premiere date, the 2009 Horse Show has set a date, and we have a classic Shat vid from 1967 to round out this new ShatWatch.

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Celebrity, Nimoy, ST09 Cast, Star Trek (2009 film) | February 3, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 52 comments so far

ST09 Cast Watch: Saldana and Nimoy Talk Movie + Pine Named Future Star + more

It has been a busy week for the stars of the Star Trek movie. Below we have excerpts of Zoe Saldana (Uhura) and Leonard Nimoy (Spock Prime) talking about the new film, plus Chris Pine’s turn at Kirk has already garnered him a film industry honor. We also have more on what’s up with Zachary Quinto (Spock), Simon Pegg (Scotty), and Eric Bana (Nero) below. 

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Marketing/Promotion, Star Trek (2009 film) | February 2, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 230 comments so far

Media Critics and Focus Groups Weigh In On Star Trek Super Bowl Commercial

The Super Bowl is the biggest TV event of the year. Even though ratings dropped a bit from last year’s record, the game averaged around 93 million viewers, with more during the early parts of the game (when the Star Trek ad aired). Befitting the event, today there are a lot of media stories covering the Super Bowl commercials with critics and focus groups weighing in. See what they say about Trek’s first even SB spot below.

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Marketing/Promotion, Star Trek (2009 film) | February 1, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 513 comments so far

Star Trek Super Bowl Commercial (Officially) Online + TrekMovie Shot-by-shot Analysis

The new Star Trek commercial aired during the 2nd half of the Super Bowl, and now it is available at the official movie site. You can see the official version below. Plus, just like we did for the theatrical trailer, we have a full set of screenshots including a shot by shot analysis of the commercial, explaining what you are seeing. All that and more below.

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Sci-Fi | January 31, 2009 | By: Rosario T. Calabria 40 comments so far

Sci-Fi Saturday: Transformers, GI Joe, The Thing, Green Hornet, V, Heroes, Caprica, Stargate + more

There is a ton of news in our weekly wrap up of genre entertainment. We have the latest (including some video) on Up, Land of the Lost, GI Joe and Tranformers Super Bowl spots, plus news on remakes and reboots of The Thing, Predator, Tomb Raider as much more movie news and and previews. In TV news V is coming back, plus there is news and previews from Caprica, Heroes, Doctor Who and much more. 

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Star Trek Online | January 31, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 31 comments so far

STO Update: New Ship Screenshots + Info On Game Economy + New Beta Contest

This week Cryptic have released three new images from their upcoming Star Trek Online MMORPG, including the a good look at a Klingon ship and another Federation ship. Plus Cryptic has answered some questions, including how money will work in the ‘moneyless future’ of Trek. And coming up this week there is a new trivia contest where you can win a beta slot.

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Abrams, Star Trek (2009 film) | January 30, 2009 | By: TrekMovie.com Staff 212 comments so far

JJ Abrams: Star Trek must escape the shadow of Star Wars

Yesterday in his interview with the LA Times Star Trek director JJ Abrams got people buzzing about humor, trek purists and of course…nacelles. Tonight the LA Timeshas posted the second part of their interview with Trek’s new helmer, and this time he talks about Trek’s optimism, the story, a sequel, and most interestingly – how the new film relates to that other big ‘Star’ franchise, excerpt below.

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BSG | January 30, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 62 comments so far

BSG Preview: “The Oath”

Tonight the "The Oath," the third of the final 10 episodes of Battlestar Galactica airs and the tensions are rising. In our weekly BSG Preview we have clips, details, interview links and videos, plus all the latest news on what is up with that frakin’ fleet of colonials.

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Science/Technology | January 30, 2009 | By: Kayla Iacovino 42 comments so far

Science Friday: Alaskan Volcano, Titan Gas, Jurrasic Copter, Air Power + more

Brace yourself for this week’s super exciting edition of Science Friday! Learn how to prepare for impending volcanic eruptions, protect yourself from methane rain on Titan, harvest power out of thin air, take a look at MS Surface in action, pilot a triceracopter, and bring the moon home — literally. All this and more plus our gadget of the week: The Amazing Water Jet Pack!

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Shatner | January 29, 2009 | By: John Tenuto 77 comments so far

ShatWatch: Bill Remembers Montalban, Toasts SAG, Saves Travel Biz, Goes Mosaic + more

This is William Shatner’s world, we are just visiting. Today Bill dominates the web with a new Shatner Project YouTube vid about Ricardo Montalban (w/ re-enactment of "Khaaaan" scream). Last weekend the SAG Awards looked to Shatner to kick off the show with a special toast. Plus the travel biz is looking to Shatner to save them. We have video of all that below, plus Bill on canvas and more.

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Great Links, List | January 28, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 136 comments so far

Great Lists: UGO Ranks Trek Babes + More New Trekified Lists

Who are the ultimate Star Trek babes? This deep and profound question has been debated from basements, to dorm rooms to couches across the world for decades. Today friend-of-the-site Jordan Hoffman of UGO has taken up the challenge with their list of Top 37 Hot Star Trek Women. So in a ‘Great Lists’ edition of our Great Links column, we look at that and other new Trekified lists.

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Merchandise | January 28, 2009 | By: Anthony Pascale 109 comments so far

CBS Announces New Star Trek Licenses – Including Monopoly, Uno, Apparel, Fragrances + more [UPDATED]

Star Trek’s return to big-time merchandising continues with the announcement today of a number of new licensees and expanded licenses for Star Trek related merchandise. The CBS Products announcement includes a new Star Trek versions of many games (like Monopoly, UNO and more), plus apparel, fragrances, jewelry, gift items and more. Details below. [UPDATED w/ game images].