The Captains

2011·Movie
1h 37min
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes–56%

Where to watch

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The Captains fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Wonder6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

A real life story, the future, and show business

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Meta Narrative7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The final frontier is only the beginning

The Captains is a feature-length documentary film written and directed by William Shatner. The film follows Shatner as he interviews the other actors who have portrayed starship captains in the Star Trek franchise.
Star TrekDocumentaryInterviewsScience FictionBehind the ScenesNostalgiaSpace ExplorationFan CultureMeta-Narrative

Crew

Directed by:
William Shatner
Written by:
William Shatner
Produced by:
William Shatner, Kevin Layne, J. Craig Thompson
Composed by:
J.R. Fountain, Daniel Pellerin, Andy Milne

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Captains

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Where can I stream The Captains legally?

PrimePeacockThe RokuHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsPeacock Premium+

The Captains is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Peacock, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Captains worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Captains?

1 h 37 min

The Captains runs 1 h 37 min.

Is The Captains based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Captains in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Captains?

6AUCAGBLUMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Captains in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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