Star Trek #1

Star Trek #1 was published by Gold Key Comics in 1967, released shortly after the television series debuted on NBC. It was created as a promotional and commercial extension of the show, aiming to capitalize on the growing interest in Gene Roddenberry's science fiction vision. At the time, comic book adaptations were a standard method for networks to maintain engagement with audiences during the gaps between television broadcast seasons.

The issue featured cover art and interior work by Alberto Giolitti, an Italian artist known for his distinct, realistic style. Because the creators often worked from early promotional materials rather than episode scripts, the likenesses and technical details of the U.S.S. Enterprise often deviated from the source material. While it is now viewed as a piece of nostalgia by collectors, its initial reception was mixed among fans who noted the creative liberties taken with the show's established lore and character portrayals.