James Tiberius "Jim" Kirk was a male Human Starfleet officer who lived during the 23rd century. His time in Starfleet made Kirk arguably one of the most famous and sometimes infamous starship captains in Starfleet history.

Jul 3, 2024 · In Star Trek Beyond, Kirk turned down a promotion to admiral and was set to head out on a new USS Enterprise (NCC 1701-A). If the next movie were set a decade later, Kirk and his crew could...

James Tiberius Kirk, often known as Captain Kirk, is a fictional character in the Star Trek media franchise. Originally played by Canadian actor William Shatner , Kirk first appeared in Star Trek serving aboard the starship USS Enterprise as captain.

Dec 17, 2023 · Kirk accepted a promotion to admiral despite not wanting the job, in order to prevent unethical situations like the one on Archernar IV from happening again. Kirk's decision to become an admiral was driven by his moral compass and a desire to make a difference within Starfleet and the Federation.

Sep 16, 2020 · Perhaps no Star Trek Captain proved to be less suited to be an Admiral than James T. Kirk (William Shatner), who held that rank in the first four Star Trek movies. After his historic five-year mission commanding the Constitution -class U.S.S. Enterprise , Kirk was promoted to Rear Admiral and accepted a posting as Chief of Starfleet Operations ...

When the Enterprise's five-year mission ended in 2270, Kirk was promoted to admiral. He accepted the promotion against the advice of Dr. McCoy, who warned him that he would never be happy unless he was in command of a starship. [10]

Apr 17, 2020 · We see him for the first time as an admiral in 1979's Star Trek: The Motion Picture when Kirk temporarily reassumes command of the Enterprise.

Feb 1, 2023 · From birth to death, James Kirk was the glue that held the Star Trek franchise together. While he was far from the first captain of the Enterprise, Kirk's unique methodology revolutionized the way a starship captain approached leadership, and he was almost always right in …

James Tiberius Kirk is most probably the most famous Starfleet officer and starship captain that the United Federation of Planets and Starfleet has ever produced. Kirk was born in 2233 in Riverside, Iowa on Earth. He was the youngest son of George Samuel Kirk, Sr. and Winona Kirk.

Mar 22, 2024 · Kirk is the quintessential Starfleet officer, a man among men, and a hero for the ages. His adventures are legendary. He has earned the admiration of his peers, the grudging respect of his opponents, and a chest full of commendations for valor.