William Shatner Reflects on His 'Star Trek V' Regret

The actor-director admits to being unprepared for the challenges of directing, leading to the film's critical and commercial failure.

William Shatner, best known for his role as Captain James T. Kirk in 'Star Trek,' reflects on his biggest regret: directing 'Star Trek V: The Final Frontier.'
Shatner admits he was not emotionally equipped to handle the challenges of directing a large motion picture, leading to the film's failure.
The actor-director faced constraints from Paramount executives and budget limitations, affecting his creative decisions.
Despite the film's poor reception, Shatner takes full responsibility for its shortcomings, including its criticized script and special effects.
Shatner's attempt to explore complex themes such as the existence of God in the 'Star Trek' universe was ultimately hindered by production issues.