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James Doohan Starred In 'Fantastic Voyage' Before Star Trek
James Doohan's 'Fantastic Voyage' role preceded his 'Star Trek' fame.
In brief
James Doohan's 'Fantastic Voyage' role preceded his 'Star Trek' fame. James Doohan starred in the 1966 sci-fi film 'Fantastic Voyage' before becoming famous as Scotty in 'Star Trek'. Originally reported by SlashFilm.
James Doohan's Early Role
James Doohan starred in the 1966 sci-fi film Fantastic Voyage before his Star Trek fame.
Fantastic Voyage Cast
Doohan played Dr. Sawyer, a hypothermia technician alongside Raquel Welch and Stephen Boyd.
Fantastic Voyage Plot
The film follows a scientist shrinking humans for brief periods to save a man from a blood clot.
Fantastic Voyage Success
The movie was a modest hit but became a beloved classic with 91% critical approval on Rotten Tomatoes.
Doohan's Career Impact
Doohan's role in Fantastic Voyage helped launch his Star Trek fame in 1966.
The key point
James Doohan starred in the 1966 sci-fi film 'Fantastic Voyage' before becoming famous as Scotty in 'Star Trek'.
