Star Trek: First Contact

Name: Star Trek: First Contact
Released: 1996-11-22T00:00:00-05:00

PG-13 1996 Action, Adventure, Science Fiction, Thriller · 1h 51m

The Borg, a relentless race of cyborgs, are on a direct course for Earth. Violating orders to stay away from the battle, Captain Picard and the crew of the newly-commissioned USS Enterprise E pursue the Borg back in time to prevent the invaders from changing Federation history and assimilating the galaxy.

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About Star Trek: First Contact

The Borg, a cybernetic race driven by assimilation, is heading to Earth. Defying orders to stay away, Captain Picard, haunted by his past encounters with the Borg, takes the newly christened Enterprise E in pursuit. Their mission: to stop the Borg from traveling back in time and altering history, preventing humanity's first contact with the Vulcans and effectively erasing the Federation's existence. The fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance as Picard and his crew race against time to protect Earth's past and secure its future.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Jonathan Frakes, Star Trek: First Contact features a stellar cast. Patrick Stewart delivers a powerful performance as Captain Jean-Luc Picard, haunted by his past assimilation. Jonathan Frakes shines as Commander William Riker, providing steadfast support. Brent Spiner is captivating as Data, exploring his humanity. LeVar Burton returns as Geordi La Forge, providing vital engineering expertise. Michael Dorn embodies Worf, the Klingon security officer, adding strength to the crew. Gates McFadden reprises her role as Dr. Beverly Crusher, offering medical expertise and compassion.

What people like about Star Trek: First Contact

Audiences and critics alike lauded Star Trek: First Contact for its intense action sequences, compelling storyline, and stunning visual effects. Many praised Patrick Stewart's portrayal of a battle-scarred Picard and the film's exploration of his inner demons. The Borg Queen was hailed as a formidable and terrifying villain, adding a new layer of depth to the Borg mythology. The film's balance of action, suspense, and character development was also a frequently cited highlight.

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Movie Score

73%

Released

November 22, 1996

Director

Jonathan Frakes

Film Series

Star Trek: The Next Generation Movies

Cast

Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner, LeVar Burton, Michael Dorn, Gates McFadden

Genre

Action, Adventure, Science Fiction, Thriller

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