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[08/05/16 - 09:45 AM]
"50 Years of Star Trek" Celebrates the Iconic Franchise Sunday, August 14 at 8PM ET/PT on History(R)
Directed by Ian Roumain, "50 Years of Star Trek" explores the series with those who know it best.
[via press release from History]

"50 YEARS OF STAR TREK" CELEBRATES THE ICONIC FRANCHISE SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 AT 8PM ET/PT ON HISTORY(R)

TWO-HOUR DOCUMENTARY FEATURES CONVERSATIONS WITH CAST AND CREATORS INCLUDING ONE OF LEONARD NIMOY'S FINAL FULL LENGTH INTERVIEWS

New York, NY - August 5, 2016 - "50 Years of Star Trek" celebrates the iconic Star Trek franchise that has spanned generations and spawned a diehard cult following. Cast and creators, including Leonard Nimoy in one of his final full length interviews, give an inside look into the series and reflect on its legacy. The two-hour documentary "50 Years of Star Trek" premieres Sunday, August 14 at 8pm ET/PT on HISTORY(R).

From primetime television series to worldwide blockbuster, the Star Trek franchise has long been a pop culture phenomenon. Directed by Ian Roumain, "50 Years of Star Trek" explores the series with those who know it best. The documentary features interviews with cast members and creators from all Star Trek television series and films including Whoopi Goldberg ("Guinan"), Jonathan Frakes ("Riker"), Nichelle Nichols ("Uhura"), J.J. Abrams, Bryan Fuller, and Simon Pegg as they reflect on their contribution to the ground breaking franchise and reveal their all-time favorite episodes and iconic moments from the past 50 years. The documentary also highlights the unique fan culture the series has created. Notable Trekkies Michael McKean, Olivia Munn, Bruce Campbell and others share their memories about the series and explore how it has impacted American history and culture.

"50 Years of Star Trek" also includes one of the final full length television interviews with Leonard Nimoy, the beloved actor who originated the role of Spock. Nimoy shares memories and stories from the five decades he spent aboard the USS Enterprise.

"50 Years of Star Trek" is produced by New Wave Entertainment. Executive producers for New Wave Entertainment are Brian Volk Weiss and Joe Braswell.

About HISTORY(R)

HISTORY(R), now reaching more than 96 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive and entertaining manner across all platforms. The network's all-original programming slate features a roster of signature series including "Pawn Stars," "American Pickers," "The Curse of Oak Island," "Alone" as well as the hit drama series "Vikings." The HISTORY website is located at history.com. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/history and Facebook at facebook.com/history.





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