With the new Star Trek series coming to CBS in 2017 creating a lot of buzz, one might forget that the original Star Trek is getting close to its 50th anniversary.
William Shatner has not forgotten the big anniversary, and he has something special in mind to celebrate the occasion.
Shatner wants to do some type of special or musical event to mark the 50th anniversary of Star Trek. He spoke about it recently, and Sky News shared his comments. He also touched on the new Star Trek series.
“I’m attempting to sell a 50th anniversary show, but so far I’ve had very little luck. Maybe because Paramount’s going to do their own – but I don’t know how they can do their own without me. I’ve never been contacted. I’ve been actively trying to do a 50th anniversary show … We had a big company say, ‘What about a musical or a music variety show?’ That got some traction – but nothing’s come of it yet.”
Were you a fan of the original Star Trek? Would you watch a 50th anniversary special? Tell us what you think.
A 50th anniversary Star Trek special is a must, no matter what it looks like. Of course any of the cast members that are still living must be part of it. This seems like a no-brainer!
The guy is a douche and a disgrace to Star Trek.
FACT: There is more evidence to show Will Shatner killed his wife than there is Bill Cosby is a serial rapist. If Bill is lampooned and out of the public eye, why isn’t Will? Instead he is doing commercials and being a general tool to everyone. He got away with it scot-free. This is unacceptable.
Separate the character from the actor. Actors have faults, characters only have flaws that the writers give them.
The original Star Trek will always be the best! Of course they should contact all of the original cast that’s still around for the 50th anniversary! Really sad they haven’t contacted Shatner! He should be included in anything and everything in regards to the 50th!
Startrek which I did watch for 50 year’s
It would not be the same without Mr spock
( Nemoy).
Well of course Shatner should be included or do his own special!
I love the original star trek with the original cast
Of star trek the last 50 years.
I hope the new startrek will be as good as the original
Love Star Trek. Yes I would watch even though it won’t be the same without Spock (Mr Nemoy ).
Well, there is some precedent for a musical