‘Star Trek’: Photos Of The Original Cast

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July 31, 2022 5:42PM EDT

‘Star Trek’ and its follow ups were very popular television series and films. See pics of the original cast here.

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‘Star Trek”s Original Cast

‘Star Trek”s Original Cast — Nichelle Nichols, Leonard Nimoy, Deforest Kelley, and William Shatner make up the original cast of ‘Star Trek’ which premiered in 1966. The original television series lasted from 1966 until 1969 and went on to have a number of follow up series and films. Some of the original stars were featured in some of them while new stars were also added.

‘Star Trek’ was considered a science-fiction television series and was created by Gene Roddenberry. The fictional show followed the starship USS Enterprise and its crew and featured epic stars like William Shatner, Nichelle Nichols, and Leonard Nimoy.

The follow ups included ‘Star Trek: Next Generation,’ ‘Star Trek: The Animated Series,’ ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine,’ and films like ‘Star Trek: The Motion Picture,’ ‘Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,’ ‘Star Trek III: The Search for Spock,’ and more.

Click through the gallery to see the original cast of the first ‘Star Trek’ television series from the 1960s.

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William Shatner as Captain Kirk

William Shatner as Captain Kirk — William Shatner played James T. Kirk, commanding officer of the USS Enterprise. Here he is posing in front of a space scene.

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Nichelle Nichols as Nyota Uhura

Nichelle Nichols as Nyota Uhura — Nichelle Nichols played Nyota Uhura, communications officer. Here she is posing in her iconic red outfit.

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Leonard Nimoy as Spock

Leonard Nimoy as Spock — Leonard Nimoy played Spock, first officer and science officer. He was known for his famous hand greeting.

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Deforest Kelley as Leonard McCoy

Deforest Kelley as Leonard McCoy — Deforest Kelley played Leonard McCoy, chief medical officer. Her he is posing in his light blue outfit.

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Leonard Nimoy, Jeffrey Hunter, and Majel Barrett in the series

Leonard Nimoy, Jeffrey Hunter, and Majel Barrett in the series — Leonard Nimoy, Jeffrey Hunter, and Majel Barrett in a ‘Star Trek’ scene. They were on the starship.

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George Takei and Walter Koenig on set

George Takei and Walter Koenig on set — George Takei as Hikaru Sulu, helmsman and Walter Koenig as Pavel Chekov, navigator and security/tactical officer. Here they posed on the set of the series.

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William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy in the show

William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy in the show — William Shatner as James T. Kirk and Leonard Nimoy as Spock. They were iconic characters in ‘Star Trek.’

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Nichelle Nichols and William Shatner get close during a scene

Nichelle Nichols and William Shatner get close during a scene — Nichelle Nichols as Nyota Uhura and William Shatner as James T. Kirk. They got cozy on the show.

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Arlene Martel and Leonard Nimoy in action

Arlene Martel and Leonard Nimoy in action — Arlene Martel and Leonard Nimoy in a scene. It appeared to be a serious moment between the two.

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Leonard Nimoy in all his Spock glory

Leonard Nimoy in all his Spock glory — Leonard Nimoy as Spock. He showed off his famous hairstyle that many fans would try to replicate over the years.

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Susan Oliver in makeup

Susan Oliver in makeup — Susan Oliver as Vina. Her aqua makeup was on point!

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Grace Lee Whitney in the show

Grace Lee Whitney in the show — Grace Lee Whitney as Janice Rand. She made a lasting impression in the show.

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Leonard Nimoy and Jeffrey Hunter in a dramatic-filled scene

Leonard Nimoy and Jeffrey Hunter in a dramatic-filled scene — Leonard Nimoy and Jeffrey Hunter as Christopher Pike. They appeared to be discussing something intense.

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William Shatner, George Takei, and Deforest Kelley on an episode

William Shatner, George Takei, and Deforest Kelley on an episode — William Shatner, George Takei, and Deforest Kelley in a scene. They were having a discussion on and off a balcony.

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