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Star Trek (1966)

English · Sci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama · 50 min · TV-PG
★ 8.0 Solid 1,572 ratings
Released Sep 8, 1966
Page updated Oct 9, 2026
FilmyChill score
Must watch

Audiences love it.

Audience★ 8.0 from 1,572 ratings on TMDB
Loved
CriticsNo settled critics' reception on record
No verdict

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Star Trek is streaming in the US on Paramount+, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel.

What the audience says

Star Trek rates well above most English series. It's sitting at 8.0/10 on TMDB across 1,572 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 1,572 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?TV-PG · Yes — family friendly
GenreSci-Fi & Fantasy / Drama
LanguageEnglish
Best screenStream at home

Director

Gene Roddenberry

Cast

William Shatner
William Shatner
James T. Kirk
Leonard Nimoy
Leonard Nimoy
Spock
DeForest Kelley
DeForest Kelley
Dr. McCoy
James Doohan
James Doohan
Scott
Walter Koenig
Walter Koenig
Pavel Chekov
George Takei
George Takei
Sulu

Where to watch in the US

Paramount+Paramount+ Roku Premium 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 Oct 9, 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 the US on Paramount+, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel.
Is Star Trek family friendly?
Star Trek is rated TV-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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