Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987)
Star Trek: The Next Generation is streaming in the US on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV channel.
The verdict
Star Trek: The Next Generation ranked near the top of that week's English series crop. It's sitting at 8.4/10 on TMDB across 1,859 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. Episode length hovers around 45 minutes. In the US you can stream it on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount Plus Apple TV channel.
Is it worth starting?
This is 7 seasons deep — English sci-fi & fantasy with action & adventure threaded through, fine for the whole family. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- It rates 8.4/10 on 1,859 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 the intergalactic adventures of Capt. Jean-Luc Picard and his loyal crew aboard the all-new USS Enterprise NCC-1701D, as they explore new worlds.
Good to know
| Runtime | ~45 min per episode |
| Watch with family? | TV-PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Action & Adventure |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Gene Roddenberry
Cast
Where to watch in the US
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of Sep 25, 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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