The Captains Close Up
Overview
In this enlightening documentary mini-series, William Shatner delves into the legacies of the five iconic Star Trek captains prior to the 2009 reboot. Spanning five engaging half-hour episodes, Shatner conducts intimate interviews with each actor who portrayed these legendary figures, offering insights into their experiences and contributions to the franchise. Notably, Chris Pine, who took on the role of Captain Kirk in the reboot, also engages with Shatner, adding a contemporary perspective to this nostalgic exploration of Star Trek's enduring impact on pop culture.
Episodes
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1
William Shatner
This episode explores the life and career of William Shatner, renowned for his portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk in the iconic Original Star Trek ser...
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2
Patrick Stewart
An exploration of Patrick Stewart's portrayal of Captain Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation.
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3
Avery Brooks
This episode delves into the life and career of Avery Brooks, renowned for his portrayal of Commander Sisko in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. The narrati...
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5
Scott Bakula
This episode explores the career of Scott Bakula, the actor known for his portrayal of Captain Jonathan Archer in the series Star Trek: Enterprise. D...
