Trekkies 2
An affectionate globe-spanning documentary celebrates the creativity, eccentricity, and community spirit of devoted Star Trek fans.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- witty
- warm
- affectionate
- science fiction fan gathering
- convention weekend
What critics said
Critics agree that the sequel offers affectionate access to creative, self-aware fans, though its repetitive and loosely assembled structure weakens the follow-up.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Interviews with international fans and returning profilees emphasize their intelligence, creativity, generosity, and self-awareness.
The filmmakers visit Star Trek fans in multiple countries, including an Englishman with a starship-themed flat and Serbia's first convention.
Star Trek-themed filk bands perform as part of the documentary's exploration of participatory fandom.
The documentary checks in on figures such as Gabriel Koerner and Barbara Adams while adding fans from other countries.
Films like Trekkies 2, and why
Trekkies
fan culture documentary with affectionate humor and attention to devoted franchise communities
The People vs. George Lucas
observational documentary about eccentric subcultures, fandom, and participatory pop culture
Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope
warm, humorous documentary portrait of passionate collectors and the communities built around them
Best Worst Movie
documentary comedy centered on unconventional enthusiasts and their intense cultural interests
Movie Details
- Director
- Roger Nygard
- Release Date
- 2004-04-20
- Runtime
- 93 min
- Rating
- 6.5 / 10 (26)
Cast
- Denise Crosby
- Barbara Adams
- John Billingsley
- Connor Trinneer
- Dominic Keating
- Brannon Braga
- Cirroc Lofton
- Ethan Phillips
- Nana Visitor
- Casey Biggs
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Trekkies 2 about?
- An affectionate globe-spanning documentary celebrates the creativity, eccentricity, and community spirit of devoted Star Trek fans.
- What is Trekkies 2 like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Trekkies 2 as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Trekkies 2 violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Trekkies 2.
- What did critics think of Trekkies 2?
- Critics agree that the sequel offers affectionate access to creative, self-aware fans, though its repetitive and loosely assembled structure weakens the follow-up.
- Which films are like Trekkies 2?
- Films with a similar feel include Trekkies, The People vs. George Lucas, Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope, and Best Worst Movie.
- How long is Trekkies 2?
- Trekkies 2 runs 93 minutes.
- Where can I watch Trekkies 2?
- In United States, Trekkies 2 is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
