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Star Trek is a science fiction television series documenting the adventures of the Starship Enterprise.

'Star Trek: Discovery' Will Break Creator Gene Roddenberry's Prime Directive Against Crew Members Yelling at Each Other
Star Trek has been a staple of the #scifi community for more than 50 years, with the crew of the USS Enterprise (and other ships) traveling across deep space in search of new alien civilizations. Creator Gene Roddenberry had a utopian vision of the future in which people had settled all of their differences, and he therefore banned the show's writers from depicting interpersonal conflict between the Starfleet crew members.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Futurism
Star Trek: Discovery and the Dangerous Riddle of Commander Lorca
"We come in peace." The would-be Klingon Messiah, T'Kuvma, insisted those four words were the Federation's greatest lie. He used them as the lynchpin of his argument, suggesting that the Federation should be approached on a united front, banding the 24 Klingon Houses together in opposition to the Federation.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
Is Star Trek: Discovery a Success for CBS All Access?
Star Trek is back. This week saw the launch of CBS's Star Trek: Discovery, a thrilling new series that's set shortly before the days of Kirk and Spock. Starring Sonequa Martin-Green's Michael Burnham, Discovery launched to an all-action premiere that's largely divided fans and critics alike.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
Tragic, but Not Untimely: Star Trek: Discovery Reveals How Important Character Deaths Should Be Handled on TV
Star Trek: Discovery has launched to a breathtaking debut — and all signs are that it's been a huge success for CBS. The network's reported a record number for single-day sign-ups for CBS All Access, their digital streaming service. Looking beyond the numbers though, it's the strength of the show's character-work that's delighting fans and critics alike. These first two episodes were surprisingly effective, and we wound up caring a great deal for the central characters. Unfortunately, this is a series where even the leads aren't safe... Of course, heavy spoilers follow for the first two episodes of Star Trek: Discovery.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
Remain Klingon: How the Villains of Star Trek: Discovery Present a Philosophical Critique of American Politics
The first two episodes of Star Trek: Discovery were breathtaking science-fiction, daring to boldly go where the franchise has never gone before. The series has given us a fascinating glimpse of Klingon culture, portraying the Klingons as the warrior race we know and love. What's more, it did so in true Star Trek fashion, presenting a Klingon resurgence with eerie modern-day parallels. Let's take a spoiler-filled look at the villains of Star Trek: Discovery.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
'Star Trek: Discovery' Is A Success — But What's Next For CBS All Access?
Star Trek: Discovery is proving to be a remarkable success for CBS, driving record subscriptions to the network's All Access streaming service. Only six episodes in, the series has performed well enough for the network to renew it for a second season. But that very decision raises intriguing questions about their future of CBS All Access, the streaming app on which Discovery exclusively streams.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
'Star Trek: Discovery' Officially Renewed For A Second Season
Star Trek is back with style. We're only six episodes into the first season of Star Trek: Discovery, the first new series since Enterprise came to an end back in 2005. It's clearly proving to be a tremendous success for CBS, who've just confirmed that Discovery has been renewed for a second season.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
'Star Trek Beyond' TV Spots Tease A Very Personal Story
As any Star Trek fan knows, next month sees the third film in the rebooted Star Trek franchise! With a budget of $150 million, and a cast including Chris Pine's Captain Kirk, Zachary Quinto's Spock, and Zoe Saldana's Uhura, the film will strand the crew of the USS Enterprise on a hostile world. But the TV Spots show a different angle...
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
'Star Trek: Discovery' Adds New Faces To The Cast: What You Need To Know
2017 is sure to be an exciting year for Star Trek fans, with the launch of the brand new TV series Star Trek: Discovery. Star Trek first hit our TV screens in 1966, but after the cancelation of Star Trek: Enterprise back in 2005, the franchise has existed solely on the big screen. That's finally changing, with Star Trek: Discovery airing on CBS All Access in May 2017, and then due to be streamed worldwide on #Netflix.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
Starfleet's Best & Brightest: Ranking The 'Star Trek' Captains
Star Trek is one of the most powerful franchises of all time. Spanning 12 movies and six TV series to date, totaling a whopping 726 episodes across 30 seasons! With Star Trek: Discovery on the way, the franchise is still growing.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
Chris Pine Says 'Star Trek' Can't Be Cerebral In 2016 - Is He Right?
As successful as the relaunched Star Trek franchise has been, it's also been controversial! J. J. Abrams rebooted the timeline and launched the U.S.S. Enterprise on a whole new voyage, with Chris Pine taking on the iconic role of James T. Kirk. Still, the reality is that Trekkies haven't always been impressed. Abrams has moved Star Trek away from its cerebral roots, away from its overt social commentary, and into the realm of 'action flick'.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism
'Star Trek Beyond': Why Fans Owe Chris Pine An Apology
I approached Star Trek Beyond with a curious mix of hope and fear. On the one hand, while the first trailer hadn't impressed me, later TV slots had teased me that the story would have a lot of quality character-work rather than just nonstop action. On the other, I'd come across an interview with Chris Pine - who plays James T. Kirk - that left me infuriated.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Futurism