Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)

With the assistance of the Enterprise crew, Admiral Kirk must stop an old nemesis, Khan Noonien Singh, from using the life-generating Genesis Device as the ultimate weapon.

Director:

Nicholas Meyer

Writers:

Gene Roddenberry (television series Star Trek), Harve Bennett (story)

Stars:

William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley

2 wins & 9 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
William Shatner	...	Kirk
Leonard Nimoy	...	Spock
DeForest Kelley	...	McCoy
James Doohan	...	Scotty
Walter Koenig	...	Chekov
George Takei	...	Sulu
Nichelle Nichols	...	Uhura
Bibi Besch	...	Carol
Merritt Butrick	...	David
Paul Winfield	...	Terrell
Kirstie Alley	...	Saavik
Ricardo Montalban	...	Khan
Ike Eisenmann	...	Preston
John Vargas	...	Jedda
John Winston	...	Kyle

Storyline

It is the 23rd century. Admiral James T. Kirk is feeling old; the prospect of accompanying his old ship, the USS Enterprise--now a Starfleet Academy training ship--on a two-week cadet cruise is not making him feel any younger. But the training cruise becomes a deadly serious mission when his nemesis Khan Noonien Singh--genetic conqueror from late 20th century Earth--appears after years of exile. He begins capturing Project Genesis, a device holding the power of creation itself, and schemes the utter destruction of Kirk.

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Plot Keywords:

planet | space station | training mission | trap | taunt | 

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Taglines:

At the end of the universe lies the beginning of vengeance.

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Drama | Sci-Fi | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for violence and language

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Startrek.com

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

4 June 1982 (USA)

Also Known As:

Star Trek II: The Undiscovered Country

Filming Locations:

Paramount Studios - 5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$11,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$14,347,221 (USA) (4 June 1982)

Gross:

$78,900,000 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Paramount Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

113 min 116 min (director's cut)

Sound Mix:

70 mm 6-Track (70 mm prints) Dolby (35 mm prints)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

People often point out that Khan recognizes Chekov despite his not being in TOS season 1, but fail to point out that in this movie, it is Chekov who first recognizes the SS Botany Bay, and then recognizes Khan once they are face to face. It is after this that Khan goes into his "I never forget a face" speech.

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Goofs

In the nebula, Kirk orders full stop, and then - Z-minus 10,000 meters. The overhead shot shows the Enterprise descending. About 30 seconds later the Enterprise is seen ascending behind the Reliant.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Saavik: Captain's log: Stardate 8130.3. Starship Enterprise on training mission to Gamma Hydra, section 14, coordinates 22-87-4. Approaching Neutral Zone; all systems normal and functioning.
Sulu: Leaving section 14 for section 15.
Saavik: Standby. Project parabolic course to avoid entering Neutral Zone.
Sulu: Aye, captain.

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Crazy Credits

After the opening credits: "In the 23rd Century."

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Connections

Referenced in Fringe: The Road Not Taken (2009)

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Soundtracks

Theme From Star Trek (TV Series)
by Alexander Courage

User Reviews

The ultimate Science Fiction Film and Star Trek's finest hour!

This sequel to the Star Trek TV series and first Star Trek movies is the ultimate film for any Scifi fan and a rivetting drama for movie fans in general. More action packed and interesting than the original Star Trek movie, it brings the TV show cast onto the big screen by meeting a villain from the TV show (Khan), obsessively portrayed by Ricardo Montalban. Equally obsessive is William Shatner in his finest role playing Admiral Kirk, an ageing man reluctant to return to command of the USS Enterprise, but a man who finds his first, best destiny is at the helm of his ship. The battle scenes are the most engaging of any movie, and the action only lets up long enough for the audience to catch their breath and to advance the storyline. Witty characters, clever plot devices and ingenious writing and, by late 1990s standards, subdued use of special effects make this movie meet and often exceed the quality of the original show. Even 16 years later, the movie's technoligy does not seem "dated" because of the subdued use of Computer "tricks"! And NO cast of characters(sorry "Next Generation" fans!) ever had the chemistry or style the original Star trek cast after 16 years together, a comaraderie showcased in this movie. I saw this movie while I was in High School during the movie's original run and it gets better every single time I see it! The best!!