'Star Trek' 60th Anniversary Include Screenings, Vulcan Salute Record

Key Points:

• The 60th anniversary of "Star Trek," marking its original TV premiere on September 8, 1966, will be celebrated globally with fan events, screenings, and partnerships, including a free outdoor screening in Los Angeles and a Guinness World Record attempt in London.
• Over 750 U.S. theaters will screen 4K restorations of classic "Star Trek" films paired with original series episodes from September 4-8, with exclusive merchandise available at participating locations.
• Major TV specials include an "Entertainment Tonight" episode featuring interviews and archival footage on September 7, and "Star Trek"-themed episodes of "The Price Is Right," "Let's Make a Deal," and a "Big Bang Theory" marathon airing on September 8.
• Several partnerships highlight the anniversary, such as the European Space Agency astronaut wearing a "Star Trek" badge aboard the ISS, collaborations with the National Park Foundation, and themed activations at Samsung’s London store and London Underground stations.
• New product launches include the LEGO Icons U.S.S. Enterprise Bridge set, a Magic: The Gathering "Star Trek" set releasing in November, collectible coins from The Royal Mint, and the first official Original Saurian Brandy inspired by the series.