When a destructive space entity is spotted approaching Earth, Admiral Kirk resumes command of the Starship Enterprise in order to intercept, examine and hopefully stop it.
An alien phenomenon of unprecedented size and power is approaching Earth, destroying everything in its path. The only starship in range is the USS Enterprise--still in drydock after a major overhaul. As Captain Decker readies his ship and his crew to face this menace, the legendary Admiral James T. Kirk arrives with orders to take command of the Enterprise and intercept the intruder. But it has been three years since Kirk last commanded the Enterprise on its historic five year mission... is he up to the task of saving the Earth?
Written by Gregory A. Sheets <m-sheets2@onu.edu>
One of the film's central plot points and dynamics was the relationship between Kirk and Decker after Kirk used his influence to usurp command of the Enterprise from Decker and demote him to Executive Officer. The same plot line and dynamic was portrayed by the Captain and Executive Officer in the movie _Run Silent, Run Deep (1958)_, which was also directed by Robert Wise. The same movie has also been cited as an influence for the Star Trek episode Balance Of Terror.
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Goofs
Crew or equipment visible:
When the Enterprise moves out of the spacedock, the bracing used to hold the model can be seen silhouetted against the spacedock on the Starboard side of the ship. This has been corrected in the Director's Edition.
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