Star Trek (1966)
English · Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama · 50 min · PG
★ 8.0 Solid 1,567 ratings
Released Sep 8, 1966
Page updated Oct 1, 2026
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Audiences love it.
Audience★ 8.0 from 1,567 ratings on TMDB
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Star Trek is streaming in Canada on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV channel.
What the audience says
Star Trek rates well above most English series. It's sitting at 8.0/10 on TMDB across 1,567 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average.
Is it worth starting?
This is 3 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy with drama threaded through, fine for the whole family. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- It rates 8.0/10 on 1,566 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Space. The Final Frontier. The U.S.S. Enterprise embarks on a five year mission to explore the galaxy. The Enterprise is under the command of Captain James T. Kirk with First Officer Mr. Spock, from the planet Vulcan. With a determined crew, the Enterprise encounters Klingons, Romulans, time paradoxes, tribbles and genetic supermen led by Khan Noonian Singh. Their mission is to explore strange new worlds, to seek new life and new civilizations, and to boldly go where no man has gone before.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~50 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Gene Roddenberry
Cast

William Shatner
James T. Kirk

Leonard Nimoy
Spock

DeForest Kelley
Dr. McCoy

James Doohan
Scott

Walter Koenig
Pavel Chekov

George Takei
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Where to watch in Canada
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Rent or buy
Apple TV Store
Availability as of Sep 28, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Frequently asked
Is Star Trek worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Must watch — Audiences love it. It rates 8.0/10 on audience ratings. This is 3 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy with drama threaded through, fine for the whole family. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
Where can I watch Star Trek?
You can stream Star Trek in Canada on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Apple TV channel, Paramount Plus Premium.
Is Star Trek family friendly?
Star Trek is rated PG, suitable for family viewing.
What language is Star Trek in?
Star Trek is an English series (Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama).
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