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Star Trek Story (1996)

Gene Roddenberry's Utopian vision of humanity in the 24th century had a profound effect on American viewers. During the height of the Cold War, the tension of the civil rights movement and the jingoism of the Vietnam War, they saw a multicultural crew working together on the bridge of the Enterprise. Leonard Nimoy, Patrick Stewart, Nichelle Nicols, Brent Spiner and others reflect on Star Trek's cultural impact over its 30-year history, and contemplate its future on the small screen.

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Top billed cast

  • Photo of Paul McGannPaul McGannSelf - Commentary (voice)
  • Photo of Herbert F. SolowHerbert F. SolowSelf (archive footage)
  • Photo of Patrick StewartPatrick StewartSelf
  • Photo of Leonard NimoyLeonard NimoySelf
  • Photo of Majel BarrettMajel BarrettSelf
  • Photo of Nichelle NicholsNichelle NicholsSelf
  • Photo of Brent SpinerBrent SpinerSelf
  • Photo of Michael DornMichael DornSelf
  • Photo of Marina SirtisMarina SirtisSelf
  • Photo of Rick BermanRick BermanSelf

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