Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
The starship Enterprise and its crew is pulled back into action when old nemesis, Khan, steals a top secret device called Project Genesis.
Release Year
1982
Runtime
113 min
Audience Score
7.4
Genres
Action, Adventure, Science Fiction, Thriller
Story Snapshot
The starship Enterprise and its crew is pulled back into action when old nemesis, Khan, steals a top secret device called Project Genesis.
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Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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