“The Cage” was the first pilot episode of the Star Trek, which was broadcasted after 23 years of its making. It was completed in early 1965, however it was rejected by NBC, and they made another episode “Where No Man Has Gone Before”, and “The Cage” was broadcasted later in 1988.

“The Cage” wrapped in a two-part series story called “The Menagerie”, this gallery is composed of souvenirs from the time of the filming of the first pilot original footage in late 1964 and completion of f/x in early 1965.

Have a look at these rare behind-the-scene photos from the making of The Cage. Vote your favorites.