Star Trek: The Animated Series (1972-1974), TV-G, 8 hr 46 min

Star Trek: The Animated Series (TAS)

Years Aired: 1973–1974
Episodes: 22 episodes across 2 seasons
Franchise #: 2nd TV Series

MPAA Rating / TV Parental Guidelines
TV Parental Guidelines: TV-G

Total Runtime: 8 hr 46 min

Tagline
“Star Trek lives on in animated adventure!”

Main Cast (Voice)
William Shatner – Captain James T. Kirk
Leonard Nimoy – Spock
DeForest Kelley – Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy
Majel Barrett – Nurse Christine Chapel, Computer
James Doohan – Montgomery “Scotty” Scott
Nichelle Nichols – Lt. Uhura
George Takei – Lt. Sulu

Reviews
Overview
The animated continuation of Star Trek: TOS, TAS brought the Enterprise crew back for more missions with new alien worlds and imaginative stories that were sometimes too ambitious for live action. The animation allowed for bigger sci-fi concepts—think giant space whales and multi-dimensional beings—without budget limits. While the animation style looks dated, it retained much of the spirit and voice acting of the original cast. TAS kept the flame alive and bridged the gap between the original series and the later films and spin-offs.

Family Friendliness
This show is very family-friendly, suitable for kids and adults alike. With its bright animation, lighter tone, and shorter runtime, it’s an easy watch for younger viewers. The violence is mild and cartoonish, and the themes, while occasionally complex, are presented with care and optimism.

Christian Perspective
TAS continued to explore themes of morality, sacrifice, and the search for meaning—values consistent with biblical teachings (Philippians 4:8). It addressed topics like temptation, redemption, and stewardship of creation in a way accessible to all ages. Its portrayal of cooperation among diverse beings echoes the biblical vision of unity (Ephesians 4:3). The show’s optimism and faith in humanity’s potential align well with Christian hope.

Critics Ratings
IMDb: 7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes:  Not applicable
Metacritic: Not applicable
Dove Foundation: Not rated but suitable for general audiences
My Rating: 7.8/10 – A charming, imaginative continuation of classic Trek with a lighter touch.

Notable Episodes 
“Yesteryear” (S1E2): Spock travels back in time to save his younger self—a fan-favorite exploring identity and heritage.
“The Infinite Vulcan” (S1E6): Explores Vulcan culture and logic, with classic Spock wisdom.
“The Slaver Weapon” (S1E9): Ties into Dune and features a mysterious powerful artifact.
“The Jihad” (S1E11): A complex story about cultural misunderstanding and war.
“The Magicks of Megas-Tu” (S1E13): Introduces a parallel universe of magic and science blending.
“Once Upon a Planet” (S2E3): The crew helps a planet’s inhabitants face their fears and memories.
“How Sharper Than a Serpent’s Tooth” (S2E4): Kirk faces an alien being who claims to be a god—a strong moral lesson.
“The Pirates of Orion” (S2E6): Swashbuckling space adventure with a fun twist.
“The Ambergris Element” (S2E7): Underwater adventure exploring identity and loyalty.
“The Counter-Clock Incident” (S2E9): A race against time to save the Enterprise from reverse entropy.


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