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Movies like Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation (2012)

The best movies like Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation (2012) are Halloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006), The U.S. vs. John Lennon (2006) and Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022). If Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.

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  1. Halloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006)

    Follow the evolution of the 'Halloween' movies over the past twenty-five years. It examines why the films are so popular and revisits many of the original locations used in the films - seeing the effects on the local community. For the first time, cast, crew, critics and fans join together in the ultimate 'Halloween' retrospective.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  2. The U.S. vs. John Lennon (2006)

    A documentary on the life of John Lennon, with a focus on the time in his life when he transformed from a musician into an antiwar activist.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  3. Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022)

    An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  4. The Summers of It - Chapter Two: It Ends (2019)

    This documentary focuses on the actors and their journey over two summers to create the remake to the original IT, by Stephen King. The documentary originally released as bonus material, bundled with IT: Chapter Two.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  5. Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye (2022)

    Join the likes of Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Florence Pugh, and Vincent D’Onofrio as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” was conceived and created. Witness firsthand what it took to pull off the show’s pulse-pounding action set pieces, and discover how iconic characters from the pages of Marvel Comics such as Kate Bishop were adapted and brought to life for the six-episode series.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  6. The Class of ‘92 (2013)

    A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville). The film covers the period 1992-1999, culminating in Manchester United's European Cup triumph.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  7. A Decade Under the Influence (2003)

    A documentary examining the decade of the 1970s as a turning point in American cinema. Some of today's best filmmakers interview the influential directors of that time.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  8. Birth of the Living Dead (2013)

    A behind the scenes look into George Romero's groundbreaking horror classic Night of the Living Dead.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  9. Directed by John Ford (1971)

    A documentary about the life and films of director John Ford.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  10. Star Wars: The Legacy Revealed (2007)

    The special focuses on how Star Wars is relevant today and the history that inspired it, and also makes various connections to Greek mythology. It consists of several interviews with well-known politicians, journalists, and critics, along with historical content and clips from all six of the Star Wars movies.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  11. Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner (2007)

    The definitive 3½-hour documentary about the troubled creation and enduring legacy of the science fiction classic 'Blade Runner', culled from 80 interviews and hours of never-before-seen outtakes and lost footage.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  12. 21 Up (1977)

    After another 7 year wait, director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born children from Seven Up! and 7 Plus Seven. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  13. Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023)

    From the heights of her modeling fame to her tragic death, this documentary reveals Anna Nicole Smith through the eyes of the people closest to her.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  14. As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty (2000)

    A compilation of over 30 years of private home movie footage shot by Lithuanian-American avant-garde director Jonas Mekas, assembled by Mekas "purely by chance", without concern for chronological order.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  15. Above Majestic (2018)

    A look at the origins, history and conspiracies behind the "Majestic 12", a clandestine group of military and corporate figureheads charged with reverse-engineering extraterrestrial technology.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  16. Drew: The Man Behind the Poster (2013)

    A documentary on legendary movie-poster artist Drew Struzan.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  17. Chaos on the Bridge (2014)

    Canadian acting legend William Shatner takes viewers inside the creation of Star Trek: The Next Generation, the bold attempt in 1986 to recreate the success of the original television series, in which Shatner played Captain James T. Kirk.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  18. Steve Jobs: Billion Dollar Hippy (2011)

    Broadly considered a brand that inspires fervour and defines cool consumerism, Apple has become one of the biggest corporations in the world, fuelled by game-changing products that tap into modern desires. Its leader, Steve Jobs, was a long-haired college dropout with infinite ambition, and an inspirational perfectionist with a bully's temper. A man of contradictions, he fused a Californian counterculture attitude and a mastery of the art of hype with explosive advances in computer technology. Insiders including Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, the chairman who ousted Jobs from the company he founded, and Jobs' chief of software, tell extraordinary stories of the rise, fall and rise again of Apple with Steve Jobs at its helm. With Stephen Fry, world wide web inventor Sir Tim Berners-Lee and branding guru Rita Clifton, Evan Davis decodes the formula that took Apple from suburban garage to global supremacy.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  19. The Skywalker Legacy (2020)

    The story lives forever in this feature-length documentary that charts the making of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  20. 35 Up (1991)

    Director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born adults after a 7 year wait. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.

    Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary

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  21. The Truth Is in the Stars (2017)

    William Shatner sits down with scientists, innovators and celebrities to discuss how the optimism of 'Star Trek' influenced multiple generations.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  22. Trekkies 2 (2004)

    Denise Crosby takes another look at the huge fans of "Star Trek" and how the series from around the world has affected and shaped their lives.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  23. Mind Meld: Secrets Behind the Voyage of a Lifetime (2001)

    An unprecedented examination of the impact the Star Trek experience has had on the franchise's most celebrated participants: William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy. These two stars have arguably embodied the brightest icons in the sci-fi universe; Shatner as passionate Captain James T. Kirk, and Nimoy as logical-minded, half Vulcan Mr. Spock.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  24. Star Trek: The Captain's Summit (2009)

    The Captains' Summit documents the first time in Star Trek history that four stars who at some point have played Captains in Star Trek (William Shatner, Patrick Stewart, Leonard Nimoy, Jonathan Frakes) have been brought together for a 70-minute rare and unprecedented round table event. Whoopi Goldberg, star of Star Trek: The Next Generation, hosts the event.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  25. Star Trek: 30 Years and Beyond (1996)

    A star-studded tribute to Star Trek on its 30th anniversary, hosted by many of the stars and guest stars from all of the Trek series and movies. Also features a huge number of clips from all of the series and movies. At the end, real-life astronauts Aldrin and Jemison present NASA award plaques to the cast members.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  26. Trekkies (1997)

    Denise Crosby takes a first look at the huge fans of "Star Trek" from around America and how the series has affected and shaped their lives.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

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  27. How William Shatner Changed the World (2005)

    William Shatner presents a light-hearted look at how the "Star Trek" TV series have influenced and inspired today's technologies, including: cell phones, medical imaging, computers and software, SETI, MP3 players and iPods, virtual reality, and spaceship propulsion.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  28. Star Trek: The Journey to the Silver Screen (2016)

    In celebration of Star Trek's 50th anniversary, this two-hour documentary explores this enduring franchise by offering viewers an unprecedented, candid exploration into the original series cancellation and subsequent resurrection as one of the most successful series of motion pictures in Hollywood history. Features new interviews with key creative and production people as well as never before seen images from the production of all six classic Star Trek films along with details on all the un-produced Trek theatrical projects including The God Thing, Star Trek: Planet of the Titans, Star Trek: The Academy Years, and many other aborted big screen voyages for the crew of the Enterprise. Chapter 1 - The New Frontier: Resurrecting Star Trek Chapter 2 - Maiden Voyage: Making Star Trek The Motion Picture Chapter 3 - The Genesis Effect: Engineering The Wrath of Khan Chapter 4 - The Dream Is Alive: The Continuing Mission Chapter 5 - End of an Era: Charting The Undiscovered Country

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  29. Star Trek: 25th Anniversary Special (1991)

    This documentary is hosted by William Shatner and Leonard Nimoy and they take us through the history of Star Trek. We also get to see bloopers from the original series and the current space program and how progression has been in reality, hosted by LeVar Burton.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

  30. To Boldly Go: Launching Enterprise (2013)

    A candid, first hand account on the development and the making of the controversial Star Trek prequel series, Enterprise. Featuring all-new interviews with cast and crew members including series lead Scott Bakula and co-creators / executive producers Rick Berman and Brannon Braga along with revealing never before seen behind the scenes footage and photos.

    Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary

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What are the best movies like Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation?

The closest matches to Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation are Halloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006), The U.S. vs. John Lennon (2006) and Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.

What should I watch after Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation?

Start with Halloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006), the closest match to Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation.

What is the newest movie like Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation?

Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023) is the most recent release on this list.

Are there English movies like Stardate Revisited - The Origin of Star Trek: The Next Generation?

Yes: Halloween: 25 Years of Terror (2006), The U.S. vs. John Lennon (2006) and Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022).

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