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Episodes • 1988

The Cage (Original Pilot)

1. The Cage (Original Pilot)

64 min

"The Cage" is the first pilot episode of the Star Trek: The Original Series science fiction series. It was completed in early 1965, but not broadcast on television in its complete form until late 1988. The episode was written by Gene Roddenberry and directed by Robert Butler. It was rejected by NBC in February 1965, and the network ordered another pilot episode, which became "Where No Man Has Gone Before". Much original footage from "The Cage" was later incorporated into the first season two-parter, "The Menagerie".

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The Cage (Extended Version)

2. The Cage (Extended Version)

73 min

Stardate not given: The United Space Ship Enterprise (NCC-1701), commanded by Captain Christopher Pike, discovers an old-style radio distress signal from the Talos star group. Upon investigation, the landing party discovers survivors of an expedition. . .

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Star Trek's 25th Anniversary Special

3. Star Trek's 25th Anniversary Special

50 min

A tribute to Star Trek on its 25th anniversary. This film tells the story of how the series (original and Next Generation) and the first six movies came about. Includes plenty of behind-the-scenes looks, clips from the series and movies, bloopers, and interviews with creator Gene Roddenberry, cast members, and NASA officials. For millions of sci-fi fans, the future began on September 8, 1966 -- the date when Star Trek first aired! Hosts William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy join orignal cast members and Next Generation performers in this 25th anniversary tribute crammed with insider info that Star Trek aficionados (and who isn't one?) would gladly travel to the end of the universe to discover. Highlights include insightful commentary from Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry, memorable moments from the films and two TV series, bloopers, behind-the-scenes footage from Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country, a gallery of those new life forms the Enterprise crew is commissioned to seek out, a training spin on simulators at the U.S. Space Camp and much more. Beam aboard!

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Star Trek: A Captain's Log

4. Star Trek: A Captain's Log

50 min

Cast members of the television and movie series "Star Trek" reminisce about the making of the series and the films, and give their opinions on why the series has been so successful. Star Trek: A Captain's Log was originally aired on television and was edited into William Shatner's Star Trek Memories for video. Both titles are made of the same footage and are virtually the same.

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Star Trek: 30 Years and Beyond

5. Star Trek: 30 Years and Beyond

50 min

For thirty years, Star Trek crews have boldy ventured where none have gone before--and now it's time to celebrate! Join host Ted Danson and the largest gathering of Star Trek members ever for an anniversary salute to Gene Roddenberry's visionary series. Highlights include special appearances by Joan Collins, John Larroquette, Ben Stiller, cast members from Frasier, and a musical tribute by Kenny G. Through stirring film clips and moving personal tributes, you'll relive Star Trek's most unforgettable moments with the people who created them.

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Where No Man Has Gone Before (Rare and Unaired Alternate Version)

6. Where No Man Has Gone Before (Rare and Unaired Alternate Version)

50 min

Presented in three parts with 1960s-style act breaks, the alternative pilot offers an entirely different version of Captain James T. Kirk’s opening monologue, music that contrasts from the famous opening theme and an extended action sequence. This version of "Where No Man Has Gone Before" was completed in 1965 and features archived footage that was not included in the pilot episode ultimately broadcasted.

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"To Boldly Go..." Season One

7. "To Boldly Go..." Season One

19 min

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Kiss 'n' Tell - Romance In The 23rd Century

8. Kiss 'n' Tell - Romance In The 23rd Century

9 min

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Life Beyond Trek - William Shatner

9. Life Beyond Trek - William Shatner

10 min

This Documentary Short let us take a look at the life of William Shatner after his life with Star Trek and acting the part of James T. Kirk.

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Reflections on Spock

10. Reflections on Spock

12 min

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Sci-Fi Visionaries

11. Sci-Fi Visionaries

16 min

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Spacelift: Transporting Trek Into the 21st Century

12. Spacelift: Transporting Trek Into the 21st Century

50 min

Spacelift Transporting Trek Into The 21st Century, shows you how they Remastered The Special Effects from Star Trek Classic to CGI, the re recording of the theme music and the look of the Enterprise.

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The Birth Of A Timeless Legacy

13. The Birth Of A Timeless Legacy

24 min

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Trekker Connections

14. Trekker Connections

4 min

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Billy Blackburn's Treasure Chest: Rare Home Movies & Special Memories - Part 1

15. Billy Blackburn's Treasure Chest: Rare Home Movies & Special Memories - Part 1

50 min

A collection of behind-the-scenes footage captured by Billy Blackburn

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Star Trek - Beyond The Final Frontier

16. Star Trek - Beyond The Final Frontier

50 min

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Billy Blackburn's Treasure Chest - Rare Home Movies & Special Memories - Part 2

17. Billy Blackburn's Treasure Chest - Rare Home Movies & Special Memories - Part 2

12 min

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'To Boldly Go...' Season Two

18. 'To Boldly Go...' Season Two

20 min

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Designing The Final Frontier

19. Designing The Final Frontier

22 min

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Writer's Notebook - D. C. Fontana

20. Writer's Notebook - D. C. Fontana

8 min

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Star Trek's Favorite Moments

21. Star Trek's Favorite Moments

17 min

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Trials and Tribble-ations - An Historic Endeavor

22. Trials and Tribble-ations - An Historic Endeavor

50 min

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Trials and Tribble-ations - Uniting Two Legends

23. Trials and Tribble-ations - Uniting Two Legends

50 min

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More Tribbles, More Troubles Star Trek The Animated Series Episode 1

24. More Tribbles, More Troubles Star Trek The Animated Series Episode 1

50 min

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Trials and Tribble-ations - Star Trek Deep Space Nine Episode 503

25. Trials and Tribble-ations - Star Trek Deep Space Nine Episode 503

50 min

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Kirk, Spock & Bones - Star Trek's Great Trio

26. Kirk, Spock & Bones - Star Trek's Great Trio

7 min

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Life Beyond Trek - Leonard Nimoy

27. Life Beyond Trek - Leonard Nimoy

12 min

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Star Trek's Divine Diva - Nichelle Nichols

28. Star Trek's Divine Diva - Nichelle Nichols

13 min

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Billy Blackburn's Treasure Chest - Rare Home Movies & Special Memories - Part 3

29. Billy Blackburn's Treasure Chest - Rare Home Movies & Special Memories - Part 3

50 min

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'To Boldly Go...' Season Three

30. 'To Boldly Go...' Season Three

22 min

A retrospective piece featuring the primary cast that looks back at the highlights of season three, from the rough and uncertain future of a potential third season to some of the highlight episodes and moments from the season.

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A Star Trek Collector's Dream Come True

31. A Star Trek Collector's Dream Come True

7 min

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Life Beyond Trek - Walter Koenig

32. Life Beyond Trek - Walter Koenig

11 min

A piece featuring the actor who portrayed "Chekov" intelligently and engagingly recounting how he came to be a part of "Star Trek," what the show did for his life and career (including his work on Moontrap and "Babylon 5"), and his passion for collecting memorabilia.

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Chief Engineer's Log

33. Chief Engineer's Log

6 min

The late James Doohan, in a piece recorded in 2003, briefly recalling his career, participation on D-Day, his extensive work on "Star Trek," his favorite episodes, his character's influence on fans, and more.

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Memoir From Mr. Sulu

34. Memoir From Mr. Sulu

9 min

An interview with George Takei, recorded in 2004, containing the actor discussing how "Star Trek" has influenced his life, the history of Japanese-Americans, and more.

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Star Trek's Impact

35. Star Trek's Impact

9 min

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Collectible Trek

36. Collectible Trek

14 min

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Captain's Log Bob Justman

37. Captain's Log Bob Justman

10 min

A collection of "Star Trek" actors and crew members recalling the crucial contributions of the longtime series producer, intercut with interview clips with Justman himself.

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Star Trek: The Original Series on Blu-Ray

38. Star Trek: The Original Series on Blu-Ray

50 min

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David Gerrold Hosts "2009 Convention Coverage"

39. David Gerrold Hosts "2009 Convention Coverage"

50 min

The famed "Star Trek" writer in attendance at a convention, interviewing major and minor cast members (including Chase Masterson, Robert Picardo, Nichelle Nichols, and Nana Visitor) and fans, looking through memorabilia, and more.

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"The Anthropology of Star Trek" Comic-Con Panel 2009

40. "The Anthropology of Star Trek" Comic-Con Panel 2009

50 min

Anthropology Professor Daryl G. Frazetti from Lake Tahoe Community College speaking on how "Star Trek" impacts and reflects on society.

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"The World of Rod Roddenberry" Comic-Con 2009

41. "The World of Rod Roddenberry" Comic-Con 2009

50 min

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Star Trek Day 2020: The Original Series Panel

42. Star Trek Day 2020: The Original Series Panel

50 min

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Inside the Roddenberry Vault (Part 1)

43. Inside the Roddenberry Vault (Part 1)

30 min

The first part of a three-part "Making-of" documentary, featuring various Star Trek commentators including production staffers of the show itself, old and new, looking in detail at the recovered footage and their places in the respective episodes.

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Inside the Roddenberry Vault (Part 2)

44. Inside the Roddenberry Vault (Part 2)

30 min

The second part of a three-part "Making-of" documentary, featuring various Star Trek commentators including production staffers of the show itself, old and new, looking in detail at the recovered footage and their places in the respective episodes.

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Inside the Roddenberry Vault (Part 3)

45. Inside the Roddenberry Vault (Part 3)

30 min

The third part of a three-part "Making-of" documentary, featuring various Star Trek commentators including production staffers of the show itself, old and new, looking in detail at the recovered footage and their places in the respective episodes.

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Star Trek: Revisiting a Classic

46. Star Trek: Revisiting a Classic

30 min

A look back at the origins of the series, including on-set footage

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Strange New Worlds: Visualizing the Fantastic

47. Strange New Worlds: Visualizing the Fantastic

27 min

Focusing on the special effects of the series, and including original film elements

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Swept Up: Snippets from the Cutting Room Floor

48. Swept Up: Snippets from the Cutting Room Floor

21 min

A selection of additional footage.

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Red Shirt Logs: Robert Justman Discusses "The Cage"

49. Red Shirt Logs: Robert Justman Discusses "The Cage"

2 min

Robert Justman describes setting up a forced perspective shot in "The Cage" in order to show the immensity of the alien area beneath the surface.

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Red Shirt Logs: Robert Justman Discusses "The Corbomite Maneuver"

50. Red Shirt Logs: Robert Justman Discusses "The Corbomite Maneuver"

2 min

Robert Justman describes the effect of hiring a child actor and then using an adult male's voice in place of the child's.

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Red Shirt Logs: John D.F. Black on William Shatner

51. Red Shirt Logs: John D.F. Black on William Shatner

2 min

John D.F. Black remembers an early conversation with William Shatner.

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Red Shirt Logs: George Takei Discusses a Rumor

52. Red Shirt Logs: George Takei Discusses a Rumor

4 min

George Takei addresses the rumor that he "went crazy" with a fencing foil.

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Red Shirt Logs: Penny Juday Discusses Tribbles

53. Red Shirt Logs: Penny Juday Discusses Tribbles

2 min

Penny Juday discusses the how tribbles were made for the episode "The Trouble with Tribbles".

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Red Shirt Logs: William Shatner on Fighting Monsters

54. Red Shirt Logs: William Shatner on Fighting Monsters

2 min

William Shatner discusses "A Private Little War" and reveals the secret to winning fights with wooly monsters.

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Red Shirt Logs: Bjo Trimble Discusses Censorship of Star Trek

55. Red Shirt Logs: Bjo Trimble Discusses Censorship of Star Trek

2 min

Bjo Trimble discusses the different reasons that some Star Trek scenes and entire episodes were censored in various places around the world.

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Red Shirt Logs: Leonard Nimoy Talks Star Trek Tech

56. Red Shirt Logs: Leonard Nimoy Talks Star Trek Tech

3 min

Leonard Nimoy discusses Star Trek's use of non-invasive medicine.

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Red Shirt Logs: William Shatner on Keeping Perspective

57. Red Shirt Logs: William Shatner on Keeping Perspective

2 min

William Shatner discusses the fact that while "this is just a television show", he knows it means so much to the show's fans. He honors that and talks about keeping a proper perspective for himself.

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Red Shirt Logs: Leonard Nimoy Discusses Acting after Star Trek

58. Red Shirt Logs: Leonard Nimoy Discusses Acting after Star Trek

3 min

Leonard Nimoy talks about his working after Star Trek was cancelled. His first role was that of Paris in Mission: Impossible, and he discusses how different the work was compared to playing Spock. He talks about leaving his Mission: Impossible contract early and his acting work beyond that.

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Red Shirt Logs: George Takei on Sulu's Career Advancement

59. Red Shirt Logs: George Takei on Sulu's Career Advancement

4 min

George Takei discusses his struggle to get Sulu promoted as the show and movies progressed.

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Red Shirt Logs: George Takei on the Star Trek 25th Anniversary Convention

60. Red Shirt Logs: George Takei on the Star Trek 25th Anniversary Convention

5 min

George Takei discusses the diverse, international crowd that attended the Star Trek 25th Anniversary Convention and how it reflected Gene Roddenberry's vision of "Starship Earth". He spoke about how moving it was to see the crowd so loudly cheer and applaud for Gene Roddenberry when he came out on stage.

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Red Shirt Logs: Bjo Trimble Discusses "Let That Be Your Last Battlefield"

61. Red Shirt Logs: Bjo Trimble Discusses "Let That Be Your Last Battlefield"

3 min

Bjo Trimble discusses that when "Let That Be Your Last Battlefield" was released, it was not well-received. It was released in the 1960's, when the United States was fighting in the Vietnam War, and the fans just were not ready for the message that this episode was delivering.

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Red Shirt Logs: Bjo Trimble Discusses "Elaan of Troyius"

62. Red Shirt Logs: Bjo Trimble Discusses "Elaan of Troyius"

3 min

Bjo Trimble discusses the many fun aspects of making the episode "Elaan of Troyius".

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