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Star Trek 1966

“To boldly go where no man has gone before”

Status
Ended
First Aired
September 8, 1966
Last Aired
June 3, 1969
Format
3 seasons · 79 eps
Total Runtime
~65.8 hours (50 min/ep)
Essential Runtime
~65 hours (skips filler)
Highest Rated Episode
S1E28 "The City on the Edge of Forever" (★ 8.6/10)
Created By
Gene Roddenberry
Network
NBC
Where to Stream
Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel
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★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 from 1,515 votes TV-PG Sci-Fi & FantasyDrama 3 seasons · 79 eps Ended
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★ 8.0/10
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What is Star Trek?

Star Trek is a television series centered on the U.S.S. Enterprise and its mission to explore the galaxy.

Type
TV series
Year
1966
Status
Ended
Episodes
79
Runtime
50 minutes
First aired
Sep 8, 1966
Last aired
Jun 3, 1969
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 from 1,515 votes
Format
3 seasons · 79 episodes
Episode runtime
~50 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
NBC
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Overview

Star Trek is a television series centered on the U.S.S. Enterprise and its mission to explore the galaxy. Under the command of Captain James T. Kirk, the crew includes First Officer Mr. Spock, who originates from the planet Vulcan. The vessel embarks on a five year mission to explore strange new worlds, seek new life, and discover new civilizations. Throughout their journey, the crew encounters various challenges and entities, including Klingons, Romulans, and genetic supermen led by Khan Noonian Singh. The narrative also features occurrences such as time paradoxes and the presence of tribbles. The central objective of the mission is to boldly go where no man has gone before. The series depicts the crew as they navigate the final frontier, encountering diverse phenomena across the galaxy. This mission serves as the foundation for the storytelling within the series as the Enterprise travels through space.

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Should you watch it?

“Captain James T. Kirk leads the U.S.S. Enterprise on a five-year mission to explore the galaxy.”

Reasons to watch
  • features diverse alien encounters
  • explores strange new civilizations
Keep in mind
  • contains dated production values

Watch it if you enjoy classic science fiction centered on space exploration and diplomatic encounters.

The series features action-oriented conflict and encounters with various extraterrestrial species.

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Frequently asked questions

Who commands the U.S.S. Enterprise?

The ship is under the command of Captain James T. Kirk.

Who is the first officer?

The first officer is Mr. Spock, who is from the planet Vulcan.

What is the mission of the crew?

The crew is on a five-year mission to explore strange new worlds and seek new life.

What are some of the groups they encounter?

The crew encounters Klingons, Romulans, and genetic supermen led by Khan Noonian Singh.

What specific creatures are mentioned?

The synopsis mentions encounters with tribbles.

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