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Star Trek (2009) is available on DVD and Blu-ray in 3 main versions. Compare the Star Trek 2009 special features included with each of these versions, in the chart below.

For each of these versions, you can also find a full listing of the included Star Trek special features, or bonus features, below the special feature comparison chart.

Star Trek (2009) Trailer

Star Trek 2009 Special Features Comparison

The following chart compares the available Star Trek 2009 special features, to show which special features are included with each version. Descriptions and details of each special feature follow.

(Y = Special Feature Included. N = Special Feature Not Included.)

	1-Disc DVD	2-Disc DVD	3-Disc BLU-RAY
Feature Film on Blu-ray (HD)
Feature Film on DVD (SD)
Digital Copy of Feature Film Available
Film Commentary
A New Vision
Gag Reel
Deleted Scenes with Optional Commentary
To Boldly Go
Casting
Aliens
Score
Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game
NASA News
Starships
Planets
Props and Costumes
Ben Burtt and the Sounds of Star Trek
Gene Roddenberry’s Vision
Starfleet Vessel Simulator

Star Trek 2009 Special Feature Details

Full listings of special features are shown here for each version of Star Trek (2009). Also, watch the full Gag Reel special feature below.

Star Trek 3-Disc Blu-ray Special Features

Here’s a list of the bonus features included in the three-disc blu-ray version of Star Trek.

Disc 1: Star Trek 3-Disc Blu-ray Contents

• Star Trek (Blu-ray): Feature film.
• Audio Commentary: With director J.J. Abrams, writers Robert Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof and executive producer Bryan Burk.
• NASA News (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions): This BD-Live feature gives viewers access to the latest NASA news about real space exploration. Learn about new mission developments and check out featured imagery from around the universe.

Disc 2: Star Trek 3-Disc Blu-ray Contents

• To Boldly Go: Taking on the world’s most beloved science fiction franchise was no small mission. Director J.J. Abrams, writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof, and executive producer Bryan Burk talk about the many challenges they faced and their strategy for success.
• Branching Pods (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions):
  » The Shatner Conundrum
  » Red Shirt Guy
  » The Green Girl
  » Trekker Alert!
• Casting: The producers knew their greatest task was finding the right cast to reprise these epic roles. The cast, for their part, talk about the experience of trying to capture the essence of these mythic characters. The piece concludes with a moving tribute to Leonard Nimoy.
• A New Vision: J.J. Abrams’ vision was not only to create a Star Trek that was a bigger, more action-packed spectacle, but also to make the spectacle feel real. Every aspect of production – from unique locations to the use of classic Hollywood camera tricks – was guided by this overall objective.
• Branching Pods (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions):
  » Savage Pressure
• Starships (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions): Abrams and production designer Scott Chambliss were careful to pay tribute to the design of the original Enterprise, but they also wanted to make it futuristic and cool for a modern audience. This chapter focuses on the unique stories behind the creation of the film’s starships.
• Branching Pods (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions):
  » Warp Explained
  » Paint Job
  » Bridge Construction Accelerated
  » The Captain’s Chair
  » Button Acting 101
  » Shuttle Shuffle
  » Narada Construction Accelerated
• Aliens: Designers Neville Page and Joel Harlow talk about the hurdles they faced creating new alien species, recreating the Romulans and Vulcans, and designing the terrifying creatures on Delta Vega for the new Star Trek.
• Branching Pods (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions):
  » The Alien Paradox
  » Big-Eyed Girl
  » Big Bro Quinto
  » Klingons
  » Drakoulias Anatomy 101
• Planets (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions): From the frozen landscape of Delta Vega to the desert plains of Vulcan, Scott Chambliss and the art department had a number of radically different planets to create. Abrams’ desire to shoot on real locations whenever possible led the production team to a number of strange and surprising locations.
• Branching Pods (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions):
  » Extra Business
  » Confidentiality
• Props and Costumes (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions): Property master Russell Bobbitt had the unique challenge of designing props that were both true to the original series and pertinent to today’s technology. Likewise, costume designer Michael Kaplan talks about how he designed costumes that paid homage to what came before yet were relevant and timeless.
• Branching Pods (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions):
  » Klingon Wardrobe
• Ben Burtt and the Sounds of Star Trek (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions): When famed sound designer Ben Burtt was hired to create sounds for the first Star Wars film, he took his inspiration from the original Star Trek series. Burtt jumped at the opportunity to pay tribute to the sounds that sparked his career with the sounds he created for the new Star Trek.
• Score: As a fan of the original series, composer Michael Giacchino embraced the challenge of creating new music for Star Trek while preserving the spirit of Alexander Courage’s celebrated theme.
• Gene Roddenberry’s Vision (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions): J.J. Abrams, Leonard Nimoy, previous Star Trek writers and producers, and scientific consultant Carolyn Porco describe and commend the optimistic and enduring vision of Gene Roddenberry.
• Deleted Scenes (with Optional Commentary):
  » Spock Birth
  » Klingons Take Over Narada
  » Young Kirk, Johnny and Uncle Frank
  » Amanda and Sarek Argue After Spock Fights
  » Prison Interrogation and Breakout
  » Sarek Gets Amanda
  » Dorm Room and Kobayashi Maru (original version)
  » Kirk Apologizes to the Green Girl
  » Sarek Sees Spock
• Starfleet Vessel Simulator (not on 1-Disc or 2-Disc Editions): Explore extensive data on the U.S.S. Enterprise and the Romulan ship, the Narada. Submerse yourself in breathtaking 360° views and close-ups and review detailed tech information.
• Gag Reel: Bloopers featuring the entire principal cast.

Disc 3: Star Trek 3-Disc Blu-ray Contents

• Star Trek (Digital Copy): Feature film. Compatible with iTunes or Windows Media, your digital copy can be easily transferred to your computer, Video iPod, iPhone, or other portable media players, so you can experience Star Trek wherever you go.
• Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game:
  » Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game for XBOX 360
  » Weblink to the Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game for PC
  » Weblink to the Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game for PlayStation Network

Star Trek 2-Disc DVD Special Features

The Star Trek two-disc DVD version contains a limited amount of the special features found in the 3-disc blu-ray version.

Disc 1: Star Trek 2-Disc DVD Contents

• Star Trek (DVD): Feature film.
• Audio Commentary: With director J.J. Abrams, writers Robert Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof and executive producer Bryan Burk.
• A New Vision: J.J. Abrams’ vision was not only to create a Star Trek that was a bigger, more action-packed spectacle, but also to make the spectacle feel real. Every aspect of production – from unique locations to the use of classic Hollywood camera tricks – was guided by this overall objective.
• Gag Reel: Bloopers featuring the entire principal cast.

Disc 2: Star Trek 2-Disc DVD Contents

• Star Trek (Digital Copy): Feature film. Compatible with iTunes or Windows Media, your digital copy can be easily transferred to your computer, Video iPod, iPhone, or other portable media players, so you can experience Star Trek wherever you go.
• Deleted Scenes (with Optional Commentary):
  » Spock Birth
  » Klingons Take Over Narada
  » Young Kirk, Johnny and Uncle Frank
  » Amanda and Sarek Argue After Spock Fights
  » Prison Interrogation and Breakout
  » Sarek Gets Amanda
  » Dorm Room and Kobayashi Maru (original version)
  » Kirk Apologizes to the Green Girl
  » Sarek Sees Spock 
• To Boldly Go: Taking on the world’s most beloved science fiction franchise was no small mission. Director J.J. Abrams, writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof, and executive producer Bryan Burk talk about the many challenges they faced and their strategy for success.
• Casting: The producers knew their greatest task was finding the right cast to reprise these epic roles. The cast, for their part, talk about the experience of trying to capture the essence of these mythic characters. The piece concludes with a moving tribute to Leonard Nimoy.
• Aliens: Designers Neville Page and Joel Harlow talk about the hurdles they faced creating new alien species, recreating the Romulans and Vulcans, and designing the terrifying creatures on Delta Vega for the new Star Trek.
• Score: As a fan of the original series, composer Michael Giacchino embraced the challenge of creating new music for Star Trek while preserving the spirit of Alexander Courage’s celebrated theme.
• Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game (DVD-Rom):
  » Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game for XBOX 360
  » Weblink to the Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game for PC
  » Weblink to the Star Trek D-A-C Free Trial Game for PlayStation Network

Star Trek (2009) Gag Reel

Star Trek 1-Disc DVD Special Features

The single-disc DVD version of Star Trek includes only two of the available Star Trek movie special features, plus audio commentary.

Star Trek 1-Disc DVD Contents

• Star Trek (DVD): Feature film.
• Audio Commentary: With director J.J. Abrams, writers Robert Orci and Alex Kurtzman, producer Damon Lindelof and executive producer Bryan Burk.
• A New Vision: J.J. Abrams’ vision was not only to create a Star Trek that was a bigger, more action-packed spectacle, but also to make the spectacle feel real. Every aspect of production – from unique locations to the use of classic Hollywood camera tricks – was guided by this overall objective.
• Gag Reel: Bloopers featuring the entire principal cast.

About Star Trek (2009)

Star Trek (2009) is a part-reboot/part-sequel of the Star Trek universe from director J.J. Abrams.

The film stars Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Simon Pegg, Eric Bana and Leonard Nimoy.

Released to theatres in May 2009, it is available on DVD and Blu-ray.

DVD/Blu-ray Release Date: November 17, 2009
Movie Run Time: 127 minutes