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William Shatner stars as one of the "Karamazov" siblings in the 1958 film 'The Brothers Karamazov.' In his debut role, Shatner plays "Alexey", the youngest brother, a novice monk with a short haircut. Reflecting on his casting, Shatner recalls, "They saw my cheekbones and said, 'He's the one.'" Based on Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel, the film explores themes of betrayal and inheritance among the brothers.
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In 'Star Trek,' William Shatner portrays "James T. Kirk", the fearless captain of the USS Enterprise. His performance earned him Best Actor awards at the 1980 and 1983 Saturn Awards, highlighting his impact on the sci-fi genre. Shatner's portrayal of "Kirk" continues to captivate audiences with its adventurous spirit and leadership.
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In 'Kingdom of the Spiders,' William Shatner plays "Rack Hansen", a character who encounters a horrifying mystery in an Arizona town. After a farmer's cow is killed by an unknown creature, Rack discovers that deadly spiders are behind the attacks. The film also features Natasha Ryan, Marcy Lafferty, Tiffany Bolling, Woody Strode, Altovise Davis, and David McLean.
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In the 1999 film 'Free Enterprise,' William Shatner shows his funny side as "Bill". He stars alongside Eric McCormack, Rafer Weigel, and Audie England. The movie follows a director and a producer/writer dealing with career and relationship issues. With Shatner's character providing key advice, they find success in their project.
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'Incubus' stars William Shatner as "Marc", a wounded soldier seeking healing in a seaside town with a mystical spring. During his journey, he encounters a satanic witch and a demonic incubus who haunt people's dreams. As the story progresses, "Marc" develops feelings for the witch, "Kia", but complications arise because she cannot leave her responsibilities. The movie also features Allyson Ames, Eloise Hardt, Robert Fortier, Milos Milos, and Ann Atmar.
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In 'Judgment At Nuremberg,' William Shatner plays "Captain Byers", an American army officer. The movie focuses on the aftermath of World War II and the Nazi crimes. Shatner's role is serious and well-acted, showing his talent before 'Star Trek'. Despite being a minor part, his performance stands out among a stellar cast including Spencer Tracy and Marlene Dietrich.
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In the 1974 movie 'Big Bad Mama,' William Shatner plays "William J. Baxter", a dishonest gambler who meets "Wilma McClatchie", portrayed by Angie Dickinson. Despite their romantic connection, Shatner's character continues to commit heists with his gang until the police catch him.
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In the comedy film 'Miss Congeniality,' directed by Donald Petrie, Sandra Bullock plays a tomboy agent tasked with going undercover as a contestant in the Miss United States pageant to prevent a terrorism threat. William Shatner appears as "Stanley Fields", the pageant's host.
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In 'The Twilight Zone' episode 'Nightmare at 20,000 Feet,' William Shatner portrays "Robert Wilson." Alongside his wife, "Julia Wilson" (played by Christine White), they board a plane where Robert spots a gremlin on the wing. As he tries to alert others, including his skeptical wife, he faces disbelief and the fear of being confined to a sanitarium again. The episode also features performances by Christine White, Edward Kemmer, Asa Maynor, and Nick Cravat.
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In the 1974 horror thriller 'Impulse,' William Shatner takes on the role of "Matt Stone". After killing his mother's abusive boyfriend in self-defense, "Matt" grows up to become a homicidal maniac and conman notorious for murdering women after deceiving them.
Discover William Shatner's top movies in this gallery! From thrilling sci-fi adventures like 'Star Trek' to heartfelt dramas such as 'The Brothers Karamazov,' explore the best of his diverse filmography and celebrate his talent on the big screen
Join us as we journey through the highlights of Shatner's illustrious career in Hollywood.