How to Watch Star Trek in Order: The Complete Series Timeline

Embark on a Comprehensive Star Trek Viewing Journey: Chronological and Release Order Guides

Since its 1966 debut, Star Trek has captivated audiences globally, expanding into a vast universe encompassing numerous series, films, comics, and merchandise. Navigating this expansive franchise can be daunting, so we've crafted guides to help you explore Star Trek in both chronological and release order. Paramount+ now offers convenient access to nearly the entire Star Trek catalog.

Prepare for warp speed as we guide you through the adventures of Kirk, Picard, Janeway, Sisko, Spock, and many more iconic characters! Rest assured, the chronological timeline below is largely spoiler-free, preserving the surprises of each story. A release order list is also provided for those preferring a different viewing experience.

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Chronological Viewing Order

1. Star Trek: Enterprise (2151-2155): Set a century before the original series, this prequel follows Captain Jonathan Archer and the Enterprise NX-01, Earth's first warp 5 capable starship. Experience the early days of Starfleet and first contact with familiar alien species.

   Star Trek: EnterpriseUPNSep 26, 2001

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2. Star Trek: Discovery: Seasons 1 and 2 (2256-2258): These seasons precede the original series, introducing Commander Michael Burnham and the U.S.S. Discovery. Note: Seasons 3-5 jump significantly forward in time.

   Star Trek: DiscoveryParamount+Jan 7, 2018

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3. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2259-TBD): A prequel set before the original series, featuring Captain Christopher Pike and the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701. Explore the adventures of familiar and new characters aboard the iconic starship.

   Star Trek: Strange New WorldsParamount+May 5, 2022

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4. Star Trek: The Original Series (2265-2269): The foundational series, introducing Captain Kirk, Spock, and the iconic crew of the Enterprise. Experience the voyages that launched a cultural phenomenon.

   Star TrekNBCSep 8, 1966

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(Bonus): Star Trek Kelvin Timeline (2009's Star Trek, Star Trek Into Darkness, and Star Trek Beyond): This alternate timeline reboot can be viewed at any point in your journey.

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5. Star Trek: The Animated Series (2269-2270): Continuing the adventures of the original Enterprise crew in animated form.

   Star Trek: The Animated Series [1973]NBCSep 8, 1973

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Release Order Viewing Order

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Upcoming Star Trek Projects

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