Starship Farragut – episode: Price Of Anything (full video).
The fan-made Star Trek tribute act Starship Farragut has been captivating audiences since its launch in 2005, with its promise of “New Ship, New Crew, New Adventures.” In this episode, entitled “Price Of Anything,” prepare to explore not just the cosmos, but also the intricate dynamics of family ties that bind Captain John Carter, played by John Broughton, to his estranged father.
Situated in the timeline of the iconic original-series era, the episode sees the USS Farragut (NCC-1647), the sister ship of the fabled Enterprise, engaged in a daring shuttle mission. The stakes are high as Captain Carter must work alongside his estranged father to save a rare and endangered plant. With Michael Bednar as Commander Robert Tacket and Holly Bednar as Chief Engineer Michelle Smithfield, the ensemble cast delivers a performance that’s out of this world.
The quality of Starship Farragut has been acknowledged multiple times, bagging the Best Fan Film award at the Wrath of Con Film Festival in 2008 and 2009 for the episodes “For Want of a Nail” and “A Rock and a Hard Place” respectively. With a total of eight episodes culminating in the series finale “Homecoming” released in 2021, this is a fan series that has boldly gone where few have gone before.
And for fans eager for more, good news is on the horizon! Production for a follow-up project, Farragut Forward, began in 2022 in collaboration with Kaotica Studios. This new venture is set to transport the beloved crew of the USS Farragut into the “Movie Era,” onboard the Miranda-class USS Farragut (NCC-1941)—a ship design akin to the USS Defiant from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. So, whether you’re a die-hard Trekkie or new to the universe, don’t miss out on this episode that masterfully combines action, emotion, and the indomitable spirit of exploration. Click above to watch “Starship Farragut – Price Of Anything” now!
