"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.
Story by moon_river and Denis Air-Ball.