Trekkies in Blackpool

STAR TREK will take over Blackpool Opera House from tomorrow for a week-long film festival celebrating the show’s 50th anniversary.

Trekkies will get to see all 13 movies from the franchise, culminating in a screening of the latest film Star Trek Beyond.

The films will also be complemented by a series of panel discussions and expert presentations.

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