How old was William Shatner in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock?

You might be surprised to learn how young—or old—some stars were in iconic scenes. It reveals something about timing, talent, and opportunity. Let’s take a closer look at that intriguing number.

During the filming of Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, William Shatner was:

52 years old

That’s the confirmed age we calculated for the celebrity in that role.

This age was calculated based on the beginning of the release year of Star Trek III: The Search for Spock:

January 1, 1984

And the birth day of William Shatner, that is:

March 22, 1931

Given that most films are released within a year of production, the actual age of William Shatner during filming may have varied by one year from the shown age.