Movie · 1979
Is Star Trek: The Motion Picture based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Star Trek: The Motion Picture is based on the play In Thy Image by Alan Dean Foster and Harold Livingston (1977).
In Thy Image is book 1 of the Star Trek: Phase II series.
The movie was released in 1979.
The play behind Star Trek: The Motion Picture
In Thy Image
Play by Alan Dean Foster and Harold Livingston · first published 1977 · science fiction
Common questions
Is Star Trek: The Motion Picture based on a book?
Yes. Star Trek: The Motion Picture is based on the play In Thy Image by Alan Dean Foster and Harold Livingston (1977).
Who wrote the book Star Trek: The Motion Picture is based on?
In Thy Image was written by Alan Dean Foster and Harold Livingston and first published in 1977.
Is In Thy Image part of a series?
Yes, it is book 1 in the Star Trek: Phase II series.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read In Thy Image before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.