Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: June 4, 1982
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gd01skorpiusFeb 10, 2016
Not only is this the best Star Trek movie, it also features one of the best Ship to Ship battles (both sea and space) in movie history. A great story about revenge, friendship, and the tenuous line between technology used for good or evil.Not only is this the best Star Trek movie, it also features one of the best Ship to Ship battles (both sea and space) in movie history. A great story about revenge, friendship, and the tenuous line between technology used for good or evil. Also features an amazing soundtrack which will give you goosebumps during the battles. Lastly, Ricardo Montalban as Khan is one the best movie villains, channeling Captain Ahab from Moby Dick.… Expand
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elitefourNov 30, 2015
one of the most entertained sci fi films of all time.
James horner's score, Ricardo Montalban's performance...thanks to the director, Nicholas Meyer.
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computerman40Mar 14, 2016
I really like this movie because Kirk says his favorite catchphrase "KHAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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FilipeNetoAug 8, 2018
This movie follows "Star Trek The Motion Picture" and is almost the inevitable follow-up of the franchise. Not having watched the original series, I wasn't able to immediately understand the movie which, experts say, consists of theThis movie follows "Star Trek The Motion Picture" and is almost the inevitable follow-up of the franchise. Not having watched the original series, I wasn't able to immediately understand the movie which, experts say, consists of the continuation of one of the episodes. But the film itself gives us the tools to catch everything quickly. And we must now say an obvious truth: after the failure of the first film it was difficult to do worse, and this film benefited greatly from the lessons learned with the mistakes of the first one. The script is frankly good, based on a revenge story between Kirk and Khan, and it has no dead moments nor creeps like the first movie. The main actors (William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy and DeForest Kelley) shone, in particular Shatner and Nimoy, without however being able to overshadow the talent of Ricardo Montalban, who managed to make his villain into a perfect image of rancor. As for the sets and costumes, there are also improvements: the hospital environment of the first film gave way to a setting where color is most evident and the Enterprise's crew red uniforms are truly elegant. The only less positive note is the costumes of Khan and his comrades of misfortune, who seem to have come out of "Conan the Barbarian" or something like that, but this is something that has no great relevance. Good movie, good entertainment.… Expand
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horoxixSep 21, 2013
After watching into darkness, then coming back to this I pleasantly enjoyed every minute.

It actually drags you in with the in depth emotions and story instead of pure action like more recent films.
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DollisJun 8, 2013
I like more Star Trek: The Motion Picture because the story is weird ,and i like strange story's the j.j abrams star trek movies ,it has so many action in it.
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Jpz38_HetzerDec 1, 2013
Honestly, this movie wasn't great. Most of the acting is unwatchabley bad. Some of the set up was boreing. The only good part was when khan's ship was tearing up the enterprise.
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Rox22Sep 23, 2013
It's been a really long time since I last saw this, but I do remember enjoying it immensely. Like before it improves on everything from the last movie and even Shatner's "acting" is tolerable, mostly. However this time round it has an actualIt's been a really long time since I last saw this, but I do remember enjoying it immensely. Like before it improves on everything from the last movie and even Shatner's "acting" is tolerable, mostly. However this time round it has an actual plot, story and also adding allot to the Star Trek universe's lore.

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A great addition to the series, that does look a little dated by today's standards, but even so still isn't bad and does a good job delivering its story. Not to mention one of the saddest endings ever (at the time.)… Expand
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Kai82Mar 7, 2020
The best Star Trek movie that each new movie will be compared to. They took a darker approach with elements from Moby Dick, Shakespeare, Paradise Lost and it has a lot of character development. It is about past mistakes, grief, obsessions andThe best Star Trek movie that each new movie will be compared to. They took a darker approach with elements from Moby Dick, Shakespeare, Paradise Lost and it has a lot of character development. It is about past mistakes, grief, obsessions and dealing with harsh situations. The Kobayashi Maru scenario / test / trope became popular from this movie. The acting is so good. The whole crew delivers their best performance. Spock and Kirk especially. The last scene with Spock is the most emotional moment in the whole Star Trek franchise. Kirk has to deal with past decisions and a problem he never truly overcame. Scotty, Mc Coy, Uhura, Sulu and Chekoy do also well. For the new characters: Saavik is an interesting character. Did you know that she married Spock (Non canon). She is at the beginning of her career and is struggling with some experiences that came along. Carol and David Marcus are something that show how Kirks live could become if he took another route in life. Khan is also the best villain in franchise history. He is so driven by his revenge that the comparison to captain Ahab is natural. He rightfully deserved a place in pop-culture history and is present in many top villain lists. Then there is the story. It is exiting and entertaining for the whole movie. The final is still unbeaten today. They took so many good ideas in this movie and executed them well. Nothing feels forced or unbelievable here. Overall this was a masterpiece that you can even recommend to non Star Trek fans. Also it is seen as most influential Star Trek movie and for some in the Top 10 for Science Fiction movies. Extra Knowledge: After Kirk some cadets have also beaten the Kobayashi Maru scenario. Mac Kenzie Calhoun had the most interesting approach. He destroyed the Kobayashi Maru. He argued that this was a trap. A cargo ship with so much passengers, far off their route in an ideal intercepting position and no response from the Klingon's yet. Even when this was not the case a fast dead was better than imprisonment by Klingon's (Confirmed in Star Trek 6 for me).… Expand
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tkarabetJun 6, 2015
There's something about this film that undeniably attracts me, yet, paradoxically, leaves me wanting more. I always hesitate to watch this movie; I know it'll fall short of my expectations. It's as if I'm yelling, "You can do it," but theThere's something about this film that undeniably attracts me, yet, paradoxically, leaves me wanting more. I always hesitate to watch this movie; I know it'll fall short of my expectations. It's as if I'm yelling, "You can do it," but the movie barely runs across the finish line. So what exactly is the problem? Perhaps the acting warrants improvement? Maybe the 80s style doesn't suit my tastes? I don't know. All I know is that there's a resounding hollowness present even in the most warm and lighthearted moments.
But maybe it's just me. The movie is still a worthy entry in the science fiction genre. I'll take this over mindless explosions any day.… Expand
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darkbloodshed13Jul 19, 2015
Star Trek 2 is my second favorite movie of all times. This mainly due to the fact this movie can both be action packed and once you get to the end sad. If your first timer to star trek than don't worry the movies showcases the characters soStar Trek 2 is my second favorite movie of all times. This mainly due to the fact this movie can both be action packed and once you get to the end sad. If your first timer to star trek than don't worry the movies showcases the characters so well that you feel like you grew up with them. Plus if your a real fan than you'll love how they handle the return of Khan. In conclusion if you are looking for good sci-fi action film than this is the movie for you.… Expand
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BoogeeFilmGuyJul 13, 2015
Star Trek 2 is like that feeling you get when you've finished eating an ice cream and you find yourself begging for more. This is a fantastic movie! It's fun, adventurous and just... great! A must see for all fans of the series (all though,Star Trek 2 is like that feeling you get when you've finished eating an ice cream and you find yourself begging for more. This is a fantastic movie! It's fun, adventurous and just... great! A must see for all fans of the series (all though, if you're a fan, you've probably seen it 300 times all ready!)… Expand
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smiyamotNov 29, 2015
I was a teenager when the series was on TV so I'm hooked. But the first movie was so bad, this movie saved the franchise. A great movie needs to have a great villain and Khan is the "superior" villain. He kicks Kirk's ass and Kirk kicksI was a teenager when the series was on TV so I'm hooked. But the first movie was so bad, this movie saved the franchise. A great movie needs to have a great villain and Khan is the "superior" villain. He kicks Kirk's ass and Kirk kicks Khan's. What a movie. All would have died if not for Spock's sacrifice "the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the one." Yup, saved the franchise. I have this DVD in my collection.… Expand
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FanBoyCritic1Mar 24, 2016
Star Trek: The Wrath of Khan(1982)
Directed By:Nicholas Meyer
Starring:William Shatner(James T. Kirk), Leonard Nimoy(Mr. Spock), James Doohan(Scotty),Ricardo Montalban(Khan), and Bibi Besch(Carol) My Review This film is said to be theStar Trek: The Wrath of Khan(1982)
Directed By:Nicholas Meyer
Starring:William Shatner(James T. Kirk), Leonard Nimoy(Mr. Spock), James Doohan(Scotty),Ricardo Montalban(Khan), and Bibi Besch(Carol)
My Review
This film is said to be the best Star Trek movie ever made, and if that's the case then I'm quite frightened but still curious. I am frightened because I think this Star Trek film is great but the villain is memorable because of this. The only action sequences are ship and gun fire. While in some ways the action scenes were enjoyable i was expecting more.
The film revolves around Admiral Kirk(who I thought was a captain but I guess that's in the new movies only) who escapes the tedium desk job to join Mr.Spock. In the midst is an old enemy from there past Khan.
In the opening sequence you get this look at how new cadets train to lead the enterprise and in the simulation and after you meet our characters Mr.Spock,Uhura,Scotty,and afterwards James T. Kirk.
I only saw this because I am getting ready for the release of the latest Star Trek film, and in the new one is this villain(Khan) who is widely known by the fans of this series. Personally I do nit like Khan in this movie. I like the actor who plays him cause his performance of the character is amazing but Khan I feel doesn't do much in the movie except puts worms in peoples ears and commands them, and gives orders to destroy the enterprise and James T. Kirk.
The Special effects are really great in this film for it's time but like the effects and the rest of the film i feel it's really dated and doesn't hold up. But it is still one of the best Star Trek movies.… Expand
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8
Muskrat147Jul 23, 2016
Featuring a stand-out score from James Horner, The Wrath of Khan is a major improvement over its predecessor, with stand-out performances, intense emotion, and a strong villain.
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alejandro970Sep 3, 2022
Following the formula of the series, improving what was done in the previous film, with an anthology villain and the action sequences that have honored that series. All this with an ending that will break more than one heart.
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10
KingofdanerdsDec 6, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This has to be in my top 5 list of best Star Trek movies. The story line was great and acting was amazing. Very entertaining to watch. I nearly cried during this movie when Mr Spock died. 10/10.… Expand
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ZerpnosMar 5, 2017
Star Trek macerasının ikinci filmi olan Khan filmi benim açımdan yine beklentileri karşılayamayan bir yapım olmuş. Aksiyon katmaya çalışmışlar fakat görseller ve karakterler gerçekten kötü. Bu da seyir zevkini oldukça düşürüyor veStar Trek macerasının ikinci filmi olan Khan filmi benim açımdan yine beklentileri karşılayamayan bir yapım olmuş. Aksiyon katmaya çalışmışlar fakat görseller ve karakterler gerçekten kötü. Bu da seyir zevkini oldukça düşürüyor ve iğrendiriyor. Beğenmedim!… Expand
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alt27Dec 6, 2019
Easily best trek ever. Tense, great score, great lines, good script. So good, recent one tried to directly copy it
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HPFANBOY1237Mar 14, 2018
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is quite possibly the best Star Trek film (undecided at the moment). It's entertaining, thrilling, and it has great themes. Need I mention the fantastic villain that is Khan?! From start to finish you'reStar Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is quite possibly the best Star Trek film (undecided at the moment). It's entertaining, thrilling, and it has great themes. Need I mention the fantastic villain that is Khan?! From start to finish you're thrilled and compelled, from the story to the characters. This film is so much better paced than The Motion Picture (otherwise known as The Motionless Picture). By the end of the movie, you are thoroughly entertained and moved at the same time. Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is fantastic! A+… Expand
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CoreGamer1408Mar 12, 2023
This film has many interesting deeper layers beyond the surface level cat and mouse game between two old war horses.
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iliescuDec 18, 2020
Khan is say to be the greatest Star Trek villain of all time in modern canon. A very cool movie when retrospection. Awesome.
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amheretojudgeJun 26, 2018
encourages the enraging behavior..

Star Trek : The Wrath Of Khan The primary reason why the feature is still loved and buzzed for, is that it ages well and the scrutiny in here focuses more on the simplicity of the emotion that is revenge,encourages the enraging behavior..

Star Trek : The Wrath Of Khan

The primary reason why the feature is still loved and buzzed for, is that it ages well and the scrutiny in here focuses more on the simplicity of the emotion that is revenge, and keeps it more humane going man-to-man and street methods; it is more grounded. It is short on technical aspects like visual effects, sound department, production design, costume design and editing. The script has a lot of crispness in it to make it to screen and offer the audience the essential cinematic experience but what it lacks is enough concrete material to feed the audience for its almost two hours. Nicholas Meyers; the screenwriter-director, has got the appropriate vision and even though he fails to execute it as anticipated, the impact makes it worth the effort and time in here. The performance is plausible in here especially by the newer member Khan played by Ricardo Monatalbam and stayed true to their return roles by William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy and Deforest Kelly as a supporting cast. Star Trek : The Wrath Of Khan encourages the enraging behavior and allows the audience to shift on definite answers through moral complications and nail-biting dramatic sequences.… Expand
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GarethBNov 11, 2018
The BEST star trek movie, Kirk Vs Khan. After watching into darkness this seems like an oscar movie. The NOOOOO is earned based on the history of the characters and the whole thing plays out like a tense submarine movie in space.
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KlebartNov 1, 2019
Big over-the-top villains returning from the series, good vs evil, space battles, twists and turns, what's not to like? The best Star Trek movie.
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DiptanshuJul 31, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brilliant and Awesome sequel!Far better than the "Slow Motion Picture"(prequel).the story was simple and amazing,the music was phenomenal the no music background with tension on screen it was awesome through-out the movie!the Visuals were stunning and the acting and new characters basically from TV they were awesome,the Khan and he's revenge plot was amazing,the action scenes unlike 1st one(with no action S#!T)it was awesome,the starting intro was mind-blowing the crew in danger and suddenly the cut and the training thing it was awesome,on other side the Reliant ship's mission on planet than meet-up and 1st entry of Khan and the interrogation of them by Khan with his Insects it was menacingly awesome,the whole Glimpse of past feud of Khan and Admiral was amazing and the Khan's plan of revenge taking control over reliant ship it was awesome,the scientist station and the Genisys plot was engaging the family thing of Admiral was sweet,the 1st interaction and fight of both ships was awesome,the conversations of Admiral and Khan was amazing and the whole one-by-one traps and tricks it was awesome to watch the Admirals facing death and cheating thing was incredible although the way movie ended the last 30 mins were intensely brilliant,the nebula planet trap for khan and the ships battle firing till end with awesome twist by khan died with a Genisys timer and then the sacrifice of Spock preventing ship from explode it was literally emotional and satisfying,the ending was amazing with the Quote "I Feel Young" and love the way they counter star wars father-son dynamic at last by the bonding scene of both Admiral and his son it was amazing,Overall Its a Brilliantly simple and awesome Movie!… Expand
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SoapNuggetOct 11, 2020
Miles better then The Motion Picture, The Wrath of Khan takes all the great effects of the first, adds a compelling villain, and an ending that I didn't see coming, a great sequel, and a great film.
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liamexeOct 10, 2022
I believe that this film is marginally superior to the first. It gets off to a better start, with some action right away. Soon after, it slows down a little, but it still isn't as monotonous as number one. Both the speed and the writing, inI believe that this film is marginally superior to the first. It gets off to a better start, with some action right away. Soon after, it slows down a little, but it still isn't as monotonous as number one. Both the speed and the writing, in my opinion, are better. More intriguing is the conversation. This one has a more complex plot and a clearly defined antagonist. This one has a little more suspense and thrill than the previous, which I found missing. Additionally, the characters in this one have a lot more to accomplish. However, I do believe that the last 30 minutes or so kind of drag. Although I think this one is better than the original, there is undoubtedly potential for development. It is still not all that good.… Expand
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