There are many debates between Star Trek and Star Wars fans, but which franchise is better? Both series have their pros and cons, but in the end, one always seems to come out on top. In this blog post, we will take a look at the difference between these two iconic science fiction franchises.
What is Star Trek?
Star Trek is an American media franchise focusing on the STAR TREK fictional universe, mainly consisting of television series, films, and video games. It follows the adventures of the crew of the starship USS Enterprise and has been produced in several different formats. Star Trek also inspired the creation of several fan organizations and clubs, which support the franchise through merchandise, media, gaming, conventions, and charity events organized around the world. The popularity of the franchise has resulted in a wide range of licensed products, including novels, comics, video games, toys, apparel, collectibles, fragrances, models, promotional items, food and drink items, stamps, and coins. A themed attraction virtual reality at London Film Museum immersive theater experiences are also scheduled to open in 2019-2020. In addition to these already planned events celebrating 50 years of Star Trek, there are numerous other fan-organized events. There are over 7 million items in more than 2,000 categories of collectibles available to fans.
What is Star Wars?
Star Wars is a media franchise created by George Lucas. It began with the 1977 film Star Wars (later retitled Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope), which was followed by the sequels The Empire Strikes Back (1980) and Return of the Jedi (1983), forming what is collectively referred to as the original trilogy. These films were followed by a prequel trilogy consisting of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999), Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002), and Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005). A sequel trilogy began with Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) and continued with Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017). The final film in the series, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, is scheduled for release on December 20, 2019. Star Wars has been described as “a cultural phenomenon”; it has become one of the most popular film series in history and one of the highest-grossing franchises of all time. The series has spawned an extensive media franchise including books, television series, video games, and comics.
Difference between Star Trek and Star Wars
There are a few key differences between Star Trek and Star Wars. First, Star Trek is set in the future while Star Wars is set “long ago, in a galaxy far, far away.” This gives each series a very different feel – Star Trek is more about exploring new worlds and discovering new life forms, while Star Wars is more about battles and conflicts between good and evil. Additionally, the technology in each series is quite different. In Star Trek, advanced technologies like warp drive and transporters are commonplace, while in Star Wars, things like lightsabers and the Force are considered magical. Finally, the tone of each series is quite different. Star Trek is generally more light-hearted and optimistic, while Star Wars tends to be darker and more serious. These are just a few of the key differences between these two popular sci-fi franchises.
Conclusion
Although the two franchises are often pitted against each other, they have a few key differences. For one, Star Wars is based in a galaxy far, far away, while Star Trek takes place in our own Milky Way galaxy. Additionally, the stories of the two universes are vastly different; where Star Wars focuses on good vs. evil and light vs. dark, Star Trek offers a more complex exploration of moral ambiguity and social commentary. Finally, the technology in each universe differs greatly- with starships like the Millennium Falcon and Death Stars dominating the screen in Star Wars, versus sleek but sterile Federation vessels in Star Trek. In spite of these distinctions, both franchises continue to enjoy immense popularity around the world.
