Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home Returns to Theaters for 40th Anniversary Celebration
Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home is set to make a comeback in theaters to mark its 40th anniversary. The movie will be shown in UK cinemas starting from September 4, 2026, with tickets now on sale. To commemorate this milestone, artist Matt Ferguson has unveiled a new poster for the film, offering a fresh take on the 1986 classic while staying true to the essence of the Star Trek franchise.
The new poster features the tagline, “They travelled back to where 23rd century man had never gone before. To a mad, crazy, outrageous time: 1986,” adding a modern twist to the iconic movie. Matt Ferguson, known for his Star Trek artwork, has previously created posters for other films in the franchise, such as Star Trek: The Motion Picture, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, and Star Trek III: The Search for Spock.
In addition to the return of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, fans can also look forward to celebrating the 60th anniversary of Star Trek throughout 2026, leading up to Star Trek Day on September 8. Paramount has planned various events and releases to honor this milestone, including the recent unveiling of the trailer for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4.
Directed by the late Leonard Nimoy, who co-wrote the story with the late Harve Bennett, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home follows the crew of the Enterprise as they travel back in time to 1986 San Francisco to prevent a catastrophic event. The film explores the clash of cultures between the 23rd century Starfleet officers and the inhabitants of 20th-century Earth, resulting in a humorous and heartwarming adventure.
The star-studded cast of Star Trek IV includes William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, James Doohan, George Takei, Walter Koenig, Nichelle Nichols, Jane Wyatt, Catherine Hicks, Mark Lenard, Robin Curtis, and Robert Ellenstein. Don't miss the chance to experience this beloved sci-fi classic on the big screen once again.
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home by catching it in theaters and immersing yourself in the timeless adventure of the Star Trek universe. Get ready to embark on a journey through time and space with Captain Kirk and his crew as they face new challenges and discoveries in this iconic installment of the Star Trek saga.