Review of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) by Anthony F — 19 May 2013

A classic. Cheesy in places, one or two cringey moments but fun as hell.

"From Hells Heart I stab at Thee.".

This review of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) was written by Anthony F on 19 May 2013.

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan has generally received very positive reviews.

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