Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022)
English · Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama · TV-14
★ 7.9 Solid 834 ratings
▸ Must watch
Released May 5, 2022 2022
Page updated 2026-09-05
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is streaming in the US on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV channel.
The verdict
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds lands among the stronger English series on offer right now. It's sitting at 7.9/10 on TMDB across 834 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. In the US you can stream it on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV channel.
Mostly good reviews — the performances and production design impressed, even if the tone didn't. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Is it worth starting?
This is 4 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy, leaning drama, not one for younger kids. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
- Why
- It rates 7.9/10 on 834 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
Follow Captain Christopher Pike, Science Officer Spock and Number One in the years before Captain Kirk boarded the U.S.S. Enterprise, as they explore new worlds around the galaxy.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | TV-14 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Jenny Lumet
Cast

Anson Mount
Captain Christopher Pike

Ethan Peck
Spock

Jess Bush
Christine Chapel

Christina Chong
La'An Noonien-Singh

Celia Rose Gooding
Nyota Uhura

Melissa Navia
Erica Ortegas
Where to watch in the US
Paramount Plus PremiumParamount Plus EssentialParamount Plus Apple TV channelParamount+ Amazon Channel
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Amazon VideoApple TV StoreGoogle Play MoviesFandango At Home
Availability as of 2026-09-05 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Star Trek: Strange New Worlds worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.9/10 on audience ratings. Mostly good reviews — the performances and production design impressed, even if the tone didn't. This is 4 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy, leaning drama, not one for younger kids. There's a lot of it, which is either the appeal or the problem depending on your week.
Where can I watch Star Trek: Strange New Worlds?
You can stream Star Trek: Strange New Worlds in the US on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV channel, Paramount+ Amazon Channel.
Is Star Trek: Strange New Worlds family friendly?
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is rated TV-14. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Star Trek: Strange New Worlds in?
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds is an English series (Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama).
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