"Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" is a science fiction film released in 1982, directed by Nicholas Meyer. It is the second installment in the original Star Trek film series and features the crew of the USS Enterprise as they face off against the vengeful Khan Noonien Singh, a genetically engineered superhuman from the 20th century. The film explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the consequences of revenge. The plot centers around Khan's quest for revenge against James T. Kirk, played by William Shatner, who had previously exiled him. As Khan seeks to obtain a powerful device called the Genesis Device, Kirk and his crew must stop him to protect the galaxy. The film is notable for its emotional depth and character development, particularly the relationship between Kirk and his friend, Spock.