Star Trek, created by Gene Roddenberry, began with the original series in 1966, following the voyages of the USS Enterprise crew exploring space under the United Federation of Planets. Inspired by works like Horatio Hornblower and Gulliver's Travels, it emphasizes progressive themes such as altruism, civil rights, anti-war messages, multiculturalism, and ethical dilemmas in a future of space exploration. The franchise expanded into a global phenomenon with spin-offs, films, and media, becoming one of the highest-grossing ever, influencing culture through diverse casts, technological inspirations, and fan communities.

Star Trek Entries by Media Type

Television Series

• Star Trek: The Original Series (1966–1969, NBC, 3 seasons, 79 episodes): Follows the original Enterprise crew in the 23rd century.
• Star Trek: The Animated Series (1973–1974, 2 seasons, 22 episodes): Animated continuation with the original cast reprising roles.
• Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987–1994, syndication, 7 seasons, 178 episodes): Set a century later, follows a new Enterprise crew.
• Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993–1999, 7 seasons, 176 episodes): Set in the same era as The Next Generation, focuses on a space station.
• Star Trek: Voyager (1995–2001, UPN, 7 seasons, 172 episodes): Follows a ship stranded in the Delta Quadrant.
• Star Trek: Enterprise (2001–2005, 4 seasons, 98 episodes): Prequel set a century before the original series, in early human space travel.
• Star Trek: Discovery (2017–2024, Paramount+, 5 seasons, 65 episodes): Set before and in the 32nd century, with seasons 1–2 pre-Original Series and 3–5 in 32nd century.
• Star Trek: Short Treks (2018–2020, 2 seasons, 10 episodes): Anthology of short mini-episodes.
• Star Trek: Picard (2020–2023, 3 seasons, 30 episodes): Follows Jean-Luc Picard post-Next Generation era.
• Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020–2024, 5 seasons, 50 episodes): Animated comedy for adult audiences.
• Star Trek: Prodigy (2021–2024, Paramount+/Netflix, 2 seasons, 40 episodes): Animated series targeting younger audiences, first fully computer-animated.
• Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022–present, Paramount+, 3 seasons, 30 episodes): Prequel to the Original Series, set before it.
• Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (upcoming, January 15, 2026, Paramount+): In pre-production, set in the 32nd century.

Feature Films

• Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979): Continues Original Series cast adventures.
• Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982): Sequel with Original Series cast.
• Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984): Sequel with Original Series cast.
• Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986): Sequel with Original Series cast.
• Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989): Sequel with Original Series cast.
• Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991): Sequel with Original Series cast.
• Star Trek Generations (1994): Transitions from Original Series to Next Generation cast.
• Star Trek: First Contact (1996): Focuses on Next Generation cast.
• Star Trek: Insurrection (1998): Focuses on Next Generation cast.
• Star Trek: Nemesis (2002): Focuses on Next Generation cast.
• Star Trek (2009): Reboot in Kelvin Timeline, new cast as prequel to Original Series.
• Star Trek Into Darkness (2013): Kelvin Timeline sequel.
• Star Trek Beyond (2016): Kelvin Timeline sequel.

Television Films

• Star Trek: Section 31 (January 24, 2025, Paramount+): Stars Michelle Yeoh as Empress Georgiou, part of planned biennial TV films.

Animated Series

• Star Trek: Scouts (2025, YouTube): Preschool animated web series for 60th anniversary, 20 episodes planned, first two released September 8–9, 2025, full season in 2026; follows young friends training as Starfleet explorers.

Novels and Novelizations

(Note: Hundreds published since 1967, including originals and adaptations; notable examples include Mission to Horatius (1968) by Mack Reynolds, episode novelizations by James Blish (1967–1977), and works by Peter David, Diane Carey, Judith and Garfield Reeves-Stevens; published by Pocket Books and others, with contributions from actors like William Shatner.)

Comics

(Note: Issued since 1967 by publishers like Gold Key, Marvel, DC, Malibu, Wildstorm, and IDW since 2006; notable titles include Star Trek: Countdown (2009 prequel to reboot film) and Star Trek – The Newspaper Strip (2012).)

Video Games

• Star Trek Online (2009–present, MMORPG, set post-Nemesis).
• Star Trek: Legacy (2006, real-time strategy).
• Star Trek Fleet Command (2018, mobile strategy).
• Star Trek: Conquest (2008, turn-based strategy).
• Star Trek (2013, action game in Kelvin Timeline).
• Star Trek: Resurgence (2023, narrative adventure in main era).

Board Games and Role-Playing Games

(Note: Board games based on the original series since 1967; includes role-playing games like Star Trek Adventures (2017–present) by Modiphius Entertainment.)

Audio Drama Series

• Star Trek: Khan (upcoming, announced February 2025): Audio drama series based on planned TV series about Khan Noonien Singh pre-Wrath of Khan.

Other Significant Media

• Magazines: Starlog (1970s, expanded from Star Trek focus), Star Trek: The Magazine (ceased 2003), Star Trek Magazine (1995–present, worldwide as Star Trek Explorer).
• Documentaries: Trekkies (1997), 50 Years of Star Trek (2016).
• Exhibitions: Star Trek: The Exhibition (1998–2008, Las Vegas attraction).
• Merchandise: Action figures (acquired by The Nacelle Company in 2024 for 60th anniversary, debuting late 2025).