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"Star Trek". The Best Sci-Fi TV Series Since 1966

"Star Trek" is an amazing and diverse sci-fi universe that has gained world-wide popularity and a massive, enduring fanbase. The fans paved the way for modern multifandom conventions. The "Star Trek" universe currently comprises six TV-series, thirteen movies, several PC games, and hundreds of novels and short stories. And it keeps expanding – just like the real universe! "Star Trek: Discovery" is the latest long-awaited "Star Trek" TV series. Despite being integrated into the show's main timeline, it has made some controversial changes and caused arguments between old and new "Star Trek" fans. This year trekkies (or trekkers) celebrate two major events: the 30 year anniversary of "Star Trek: The Next Generation" (1987-1994), and the 35 year anniversary of "Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan" (1982). Let`s take a look at exactly why "Star Trek" has conquered the hearts of so many people.


The multinational spaceship crew. Originally USS Enterprise had a Scottish chief engineer, a Japanese helmsman and a Russian navigator. Moreover, it was highly revolutionary in the 1960s to cast an afro-american woman as a communications officer

A great variety of alien races: Vulcans, Klingons, Romulans, Andorians, Borgs, Q, Ferengi and many many others. Over time we learn a lot about their specific features and cultures.

The science of "Star Trek". Created with the help of scientists and engineers, the show is known as one of the most scientifically accurate sci-fi series. Its creators also predicted devices and technologies similar to what we use today.

Lots of humour - essential to any long journey.

Serious problems and controversial issues. Cross-cultural communication is a central theme in the "Star Trek" universe.

Space battles and alien worlds. While we may laugh at the special effects of "The Original Series", the others (from "Star Trek: Enterprise" to the latest movies and series) have spectacular visuals and detailed sets.

Details. If you'd like to watch "Star Trek: Discovery" without any subtitles at all, you'll have to learn Klingon. Textbooks, online courses, dictionaries and even "Duolingo" soon will help you.

Memes. "Star Trek" gave us Picard's facepalm and double facepalm, redshirts, "KHAAAAAAAAAAN!!!", "It's a fake!", "The Picard Maneuver", "Shut up, Wesley!" and many others.

Examples of true love and friendship.

Finally, the breathtaking adventures of each of the crews. Endless, mysterious space is waiting for them!

Are you ready to boldly go where no man has gone before?

Story by moon_river and Denis Air-Ball.