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The documentary that made fandom cringe and cheer simultaneously — resistance is futile.
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Trekkies (1997)

cringe-cult classicaffectionate roast90s time capsule

Overview

Documentary

Denise Crosby takes a first look at the huge fans of "Star Trek" from around America and how the series has affected and shaped their lives.

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Content warning
pop culturespace operafandomfan culturefan convention
identity through fictioncommunity and belongingthe cost of obsessionmainstream vs. subculture

Standout Aspects

Acting

Denise Crosby's game hosting — she knows exactly what she's doing.

Editing

Perfect cuts between sincere fans and celebrity reactions doing damage control.

Best for:Solo: Late-night rabbit hole for when you need to feel better about your own obsessions.·Friends: Group watch with your most online friend who swears they're 'not that bad'.·Rewatch: Essential rewatch after attending any convention — spot yourself in 20 years.
Heads up:Disturbing: Some fans share intense personal trauma; handled respectfully but emotionally raw.
R

Director

Roger Nygard

ReleasedOct 18, 1997
Runtime1h 26m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelmedium
Budget$375K
Neo Art & Logic
Trekkies Productions

Top Cast

Denise Crosby

Denise Crosby

Self

Majel Barrett

Majel Barrett

Self

James Doohan

James Doohan

Self

DeForest Kelley

DeForest Kelley

Self

Leonard Nimoy

Leonard Nimoy

Self

Michael Dorn

Michael Dorn

Self

LeVar Burton

LeVar Burton

Self

William Shatner

William Shatner

Self

Nichelle Nichols

Nichelle Nichols

Self

George Takei

George Takei

Self

Walter Koenig

Walter Koenig

Self

Wil Wheaton

Wil Wheaton

Self

Brent Spiner

Brent Spiner

Self

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Roger Nygard shot follow-up Trekkies 2 in 2004, tracking down fans who'd seen the original and had THOUGHTS about their portrayal.

Cultural

This film dropped right as internet fandom was exploding — it accidentally documented the last moments before online communities transformed geek culture forever.

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