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The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

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This epic documentary reveals how bold artistic choices, behind-the-scenes conflicts, and groundbreaking ideas came together to create an enduring television classic. Through exclusive interviews and never-before-seen archival materials, The Sixty-Year Mission uncovers that truth is indeed stranger than science-fiction.

Rated NR • 2026 • 1h 40m

Age
10+

The Sixty Year Mission is a comprehensive documentary exploring the cultural and creative impact of the Star Trek franchise through interviews and archival footage. It is suitable for general audiences, though younger viewers may find discussions about the history of the show's intense conflicts and behind-the-scenes drama slightly academic. Parents should note the presence of brief archival clips that include mature themes of war and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

William Shatner
William Shatner
George Takei
George Takei
Walter Koenig
Walter Koenig
Jonathan Frakes
Jonathan Frakes
Brent Spiner
Brent Spiner
Gates McFadden
Gates McFadden
Robert Picardo
Robert Picardo
Christina Chong
Christina Chong
Denise Crosby
Denise Crosby
Nana Visitor
Nana Visitor
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Is The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World appropriate for kids?

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Content severity in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

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  1. 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  2. 0:28 💬 Language 2/10
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Sex and nudity in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World

There is no sexual content in this documentary.

Violence and gore in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World

The film includes brief archival footage showing simulated battles and explosions from the Star Trek franchise, which are depicted in a historical context.

Language in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World

The documentary contains occasional mild profanity consistent with standard television interviews and historical archival clips.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World

The film includes historical footage of individuals in social settings, occasionally depicting the use of alcoholic beverages in a professional or casual context.

Mature themes in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World

The film discusses mature themes such as the history of television production, creative disagreements, and the impact of the franchise on social and political discourse.

Scary moments in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Is The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. The Sixty Year Mission is a comprehensive documentary exploring the cultural and creative impact of the Star Trek franchise through interviews and archival footage. It is suitable for general audiences, though younger…

What age rating does The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World have?

The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World about?

The Sixty Year Mission is a comprehensive documentary exploring the cultural and creative impact of the Star Trek franchise through interviews and archival footage. It is suitable for general audiences, though younger viewers may find discussions about the history of the show's intense conflicts and behind-the-scenes…

Is there sex or nudity in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World?

There is no sexual content in this documentary.

How violent is The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World?

The film includes brief archival footage showing simulated battles and explosions from the Star Trek franchise, which are depicted in a historical context.

Is the language in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World appropriate for kids?

The documentary contains occasional mild profanity consistent with standard television interviews and historical archival clips.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World?

The film includes historical footage of individuals in social settings, occasionally depicting the use of alcoholic beverages in a professional or casual context.

What mature themes appear in The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World?

The film discusses mature themes such as the history of television production, creative disagreements, and the impact of the franchise on social and political discourse.

How long is The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World?

The Sixty Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World runs 100 minutes, directed by Mark A. Altman, released in 2026.

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