Trek Tuesday: Alan Ruck on Redeeming Captain Harriman

On this Trek Tuesday episode, Alan Ruck to explores his return to the Star Trek universe in Star Trek: Of Gods and Men. We talked about how the 2008 fan film allowed him to revisit and expand the character of Captain John Harriman, originally introduced in Star Trek: Generations. Alan shared his excitement about giving Harriman more depth and agency, noting how fans and professionals came together to create a meaningful tribute to the franchise.

✨ Highlights from our conversation:

• Ruck reflected on Harriman’s early depiction as inexperienced and unsure in Generations, and how Of Gods and Men offered a chance to redeem that image.

• The unique atmosphere on set: a true labor of love fueled by fan dedication and professional passion.

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