Trekkies (film)

The science fiction TV franchise "Star Trek" has had a seismic impact on the lives of its most obsessive fans. Known as Trekkies, these diehard devotees wear their Starfleet costumes in public, speak in Klingon and even redecorate their offices and homes to mimic the look of the "Star Trek" world. In this documentary, former "Star Trek" actress Denise Crosby travels the country interviewing famous fans like Barbara Adams and exploring the reasons behind the shows enduring appeal.

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Trekkies is a 1997 documentary film directed by Roger Nygard about the devoted fans of Gene Roddenberrys Star Trek franchise. It is the first film released by Paramount Vantage, then known as Paramount Classics, and stars Denise Crosby (best known for her portrayal of Security Chief Tasha Yar on the first season of Star Trek: The Next Generation).

The film contains interviews with Star Trek devotees, more commonly known as Trekkies. The fans range from people who dress as Klingons to members of Brent Spiner fan clubs and includes a club that is producing a Star Trek movie of their own. Trekkies includes many Star Trek actors and fans including Barbara Adams, the Whitewater scandal trial juror who arrived in court in her Starfleet uniform. Another prominent profilee was Gabriel Koerner, who attained minor celebrity status as a result of his role in the film.

In 2003, a sequel was released, entitled Trekkies 2. This documentary travels throughout the world, mainly in Europe, to show fans of Star Trek from outside the United States. It also revisits memorable fans featured in the previous film.

A hilarious look at the universe's most fervent fans.