New ‘Star Trek’ Barbies headed to a galaxy near you

The new Star Trek Barbies are in! The new Star Trek Barbies are in!

New York Daily News

Spock, Captain Kirk, and Lieutenant Uhura Barbie dolls will be released in time for the new ‘Star Trek’ film this spring.

Spock, Captain Kirk, and Lieutenant Uhura Barbie dolls will be released in time for the new ‘Star Trek’ film this spring.
It’s possible Barbie’s latest incarnation will appeal more to grown-up geeks than elementary school girls.
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And unlike most Barbie dolls, the crew from the Enterprise has grown-up fan’s price tag: $43.19 a pop.

This isn’t Barbie’s first foray into unknown galaxies: Mattel released a Star Trek-themed Barbie and Ken in 1996 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the TV show.

The latest round of Star Trek Barbies will be available at Wal-Mart stores starting April 20.