The original Star Trek series was canceled way back in 196 after three seasons on NBC. That didn’t mean the end of the voyages for the crew of the Enterprise, however. The show lived on in syndication and spawned a crazy fan base that led to movies, toys, more TV series and merchandise that litters the lonely halls of conventions on a regular basis.

Over the years the franchise has grown but that doesn’t mean it didn’t hit a few speed bumps on the way. Here’s a look back at Five Great Star Trek Commercials that I love, but the creators and cast may want to forget.

1975 Mego Star Trek Playset Commercial

Oh, how awesome! This Star Trek Playset utilizes the best in plastic and cardboard technology to bring to life the experience of being on the deck of the Enterprise. Actually, I can’t knock it too much. Toys today are pretty cheap and flimsy. This crew looks like it could take a beating.

But the best thing is the transporter room. Look at that Spock go! Around and round!

No More Star Trek

This commercial was aired before the premier of the last TV series for Star Trek, Enterprise, to advertise for the show. Pretty goofy and fun. Too bad it was for a series no one watched.

Star Trek Collectors Plates – with Scotty!

I never understood why anyone would pony up good cash for a collectors plate. Sure it may have an hand painted image of Elvis or JFK or Spock on it, but what good is it? Even if Scotty is pitching it.

It’s just a collectible. You’re not supposed to use it. That’s what the certificate of authenticity says, anyway. But I would want to serve it as my main set of dishes. That Spock plate just screams “Put your Mac ‘N Cheese on me!”

Star Trek Communication Console Commercial

C’mon. Wireless transistors … that technology will never catch on in our generation.

This Star Trek Communication Console Commercial was the bees knees in the 70s thanks to its ability to contact your pal Steve standing outside by himself with a communicator.

Think of Steve as expendable. It’s no coincidence that he’s wearing a red shirt.

Bonus Video: Plus, it goes great with the Star Trek phaser.

Star Trek KFC

No, you’re not tripping on acid. You are really watching this! This is happening.

To boldly go where no fried chicken has gone before. Little is known about this gem but it popped up with actors standing in for the original Star Trek crew, sans Bones and Spock, with a subtle use of lighting, makeup and voice overs.

Plus, Uhura is a tad hotter in this version. Grrrrrrrrr

The cool thing is after you get that two piece combo you can always use those collectible Spock plates to sever them up. I always get the Mac ‘N Cheese with my 2 piece combo so it’s all good.