by Harper May 15,2025
Since the premiere of the first episode of Star Trek: The Original Series in 1966, the franchise has transformed the entertainment landscape, capturing the imagination of millions worldwide. This expansive universe has evolved into a space-faring empire, encompassing multiple television series, feature films, comics, merchandise, and much more. With such an extensive collection of content, navigating the Star Trek universe can be daunting. Whether you want to watch everything in chronological or release order, we've crafted this comprehensive guide to help you embark on your Star Trek journey seamlessly.
Thanks to Paramount+, accessing the vast array of Star Trek content has become significantly easier. The platform serves as the central hub for past, present, and future Star Trek entries, simplifying your viewing experience.
Join us as we explore the final frontier and guide you through the adventures of iconic characters like Kirk, Picard, Janeway, Sisko, Spock, Pike, Archer, Burnham, and many others who have enriched the Star Trek saga over the past 56 years.
Our chronological timeline below is designed to be mostly spoiler-free, ensuring you can catch up without compromising the thrill of upcoming plot points. For those who prefer to follow the release order, you'll find that list provided as well.
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Star Trek: Enterprise kicks off our list, set a century before the adventures of Kirk and Spock. Airing from 2001 to 2005, it features Scott Bakula as Jonathan Archer, captain of the Enterprise NX-01, the first Earth starship capable of reaching warp five. The series offers a fresh perspective on a crew navigating the galaxy without the advanced technology of later series, showcasing the first encounters with many beloved alien species.
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Star Trek: Discovery introduces a slight twist in the timeline. Its first two seasons occur before Star Trek: The Original Series, while seasons 3, 4, and 5 leap far into the future. Set a decade before the original series, Discovery stars Sonequa Martin-Green as Michael Burnham, a Starfleet Commander whose actions inadvertently spark a war with the Klingon Empire. Her subsequent journey and reassignment to the U.S.S. Discovery provide a compelling narrative.
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds also precedes The Original Series and connects directly with Discovery through the character of Captain Christopher Pike, portrayed by Anson Mount. Pike, introduced in the original series' pilot "The Cage," becomes the focus of this series, which explores his life and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701, the same ship later commanded by Kirk.
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Star Trek: The Original Series is the cornerstone that started it all. Created by Gene Roddenberry, this pioneering series aired from 1966 to 1969, starring William Shatner as James T. Kirk and Leonard Nimoy as Spock. Despite its initial cancellation after three seasons due to low ratings, the series gained a massive following in syndication, laying the groundwork for the entire franchise. Its iconic opening credits encapsulate its mission: "Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its five-year mission: to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has gone before."
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Where to Watch Star Trek: Hulu, Paramount+
Where to Watch Star Trek Into Darkness: Paramount+
Where to Watch Star Trek Beyond: Paramount+
The Kelvin Timeline, initiated by J.J. Abrams' 2009 Star Trek film, offers a reboot featuring familiar characters portrayed by new actors. This alternate timeline diverges from the main series due to events in 2233, yet it retains numerous callbacks to The Original Series, including appearances by Leonard Nimoy's Spock. These films can be enjoyed at any point in your viewing journey.
Following the success of The Original Series in syndication, Gene Roddenberry continued the adventures of the Enterprise crew in Star Trek: The Animated Series. Airing from 1973 to 1974, this series brought back many of the original voice actors and explored new stories within the Star Trek universe.
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Star Trek: The Motion Picture marked the franchise's first cinematic outing, reuniting the original series cast. Initially faced with skepticism from Paramount, the film's success led to a shift from the planned Star Trek: Phase II television series. The film follows Admiral James T. Kirk as he takes command of the refitted U.S.S. Enterprise to confront a mysterious alien energy cloud named V'Ger.
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Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, widely acclaimed as the best Star Trek film, pits Admiral Kirk and his crew against the genetically engineered superhuman Khan Noonien Singh, portrayed by Ricardo Montalban. This sequel was crafted after Paramount's decision to bypass Roddenberry's script for a more thrilling narrative. The film's intense battle and emotional depth have cemented its status as a fan favorite.
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Following the dramatic events of The Wrath of Khan, Star Trek III: The Search for Spock delves into the aftermath of Spock's death. Kirk learns that Spock's katra resides within Dr. McCoy, leading to a quest involving a stolen Enterprise, encounters with Klingons, and Spock's eventual resurrection.
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