NASA To Screen "Star Trek" In Space

May 18, 2009 1:52 p.m. EST

Houston, TX (CNS) - Staying true to its name, "Star Trek" film will be trekking its way in space. NASA will be screening the sci-fi flick aboard the International Space Station.

Paramount Pictures gave a copy of the J.J. Abrams film to NASA's Mission Control in Houston, Texas to upload it to its space station.

Astronaut Michael Barratt said he will watch the film while aboard the ship, 220 miles above the Earth.

He said in a statement given to Access Hollywood, "I remember watching the original 'Star Trek' series and, like many of my NASA coworkers, was inspired by the idea of people from all nations coming together to explore space."

"'Star Trek' blended adventure, discovery, intelligence and storytelling that assumes a positive future for humanity. The International Space Station is a real step in that direction, with many nations sharing in an adventure the world can be proud of."

"Star Trek," starring Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto as Captain James Kirk and Spock respectively, opened last week in the U.S. to a massive $79.2 million gross.