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The Captains Close Up

Series Overview

In this documentary mini series, Shatner, in each of the five half an hour episodes, presents and interviews one of the people who played the five Star Trek captains before the 2009 reboot. Chris Pine interviews him.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
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Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 5 Episodes

30 min per episode

Air Date Window

2013 – 2013

Premiered: Thu, May 16, 2013

Created By
William ShatnerWilliam Shatner

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, May 16, 2013

Season 1, Episode 5: “Scott Bakula”

A look at Scott Bakula, who played Captain Archer in Star Trek - Enterprise.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Captains - TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-27

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

William Shatner

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)16

Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Captains Close Up

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What is The Captains Close Up about?

In this documentary mini series, Shatner, in each of the five half an hour episodes, presents and interviews one of the people who played the five Star Trek captains before the 2009 reboot. Chris Pine interviews him.

How many seasons does The Captains Close Up have?

The Captains Close Up comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Captains Close Up?

Key cast members in The Captains Close Up include William Shatner.

Who created or directed The Captains Close Up?

The Captains Close Up was developed and directed by William Shatner.