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Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

Name: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
Director: Nicholas Meyer
Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction, Thriller
Released: 1982-01-01
Duration: 113 min
Rating: 7.4
Cast: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Ricardo Montalban, DeForest Kelley, James Doohan

1982Dir. Nicholas Meyer1h 53m

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Runtime1h 53m

Released1982

Budget$12M

Box office$96.6M

DirectorNicholas Meyer

About This Movie

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan really leans into the drama, doesn’t it? Nicholas Meyer’s direction brings a darker edge, especially with the intense rivalry with Khan, played by Ricardo Montalbán—his performance is just electric. The pacing is tight, balancing action and character moments seamlessly. The themes of sacrifice and aging really come through, giving it more weight than your average space romp. And the practical effects still hold up well; they opted for miniatures instead of full CGI, which adds that tactile feel. Plus, it's interesting how this film reframes Kirk, making him a bit more vulnerable and reflective.

Released June 4, 1982, by Paramount PicturesNotable for its practical effects and miniaturesScore by James Horner, adding emotional depthSecond film in the Star Trek film series