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50 years on and Star Trek is still as important to its Irish fans

Half a century since its debut, Star Trek is as hot as ever, with the movie franchise a regular summer blockbuster and a new series coming to Netflix. Jonathan deBurca Butler talks to some lifelong Trekkies about its enduring appeal.

50 years on and Star Trek is still as important to its Irish fans

Thu, 08 Sep, 2016 - 01:00

Tonight, Star Trek fans from all four provinces of the Irish galaxy are set to beam into the Woolshed Pub on Parnell St, Dublin, to celebrate 50 years since the launch of the cult show.

At the helm of what promises to be a fun-filled night of intergalactic festivities is Ronan Healy of Star Trek Eire.

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