Star Trek (1966)
Kernel Score: 90% · 1,444 ratings
Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama
First aired: 1966-09-08
Seasons: 3 · 79 episodes
Where to watch Star Trek
- Stream: Paramount+
- Free with ads: Pluto TV
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
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.
Star Trek parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that the original Star Trek is a TV-PG sci-fi adventure emphasizing exploration and friendship among a diverse crew.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes space adventure conflicts with alien species, typical of classic sci-fi, rated TV-PG.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- William Shatner as James T. Kirk
- Leonard Nimoy as Spock
- DeForest Kelley as Dr. McCoy
- James Doohan as Scott
- Walter Koenig as Pavel Chekov
- George Takei as Sulu
- Nichelle Nichols as Uhura
Star Trek FAQ
Is Star Trek good?
Star Trek has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,444 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Star Trek?
In the US you can stream Star Trek on Paramount+, watch it free with ads on Pluto TV and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Star Trek OK for kids?
Star Trek is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that the original Star Trek is a TV-PG sci-fi adventure emphasizing exploration and friendship among a diverse crew.
What shows are like Star Trek?
If you liked Star Trek, try Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Star Trek: Voyager and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.