How many Star Trek movies were there? This question often arises among fans of the iconic science fiction franchise. With its rich history and diverse cast of characters, Star Trek has captivated audiences for decades. From the original series to the latest iterations, the Star Trek movie universe has grown significantly, leaving fans eager to count the total number of films produced.
The Star Trek movie series began with the release of “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” in 1979, which was the first theatrical film to feature the crew of the USS Enterprise. This movie was followed by a total of 12 Star Trek films, including several spin-offs and reboots. Here’s a breakdown of the Star Trek movies, categorized by their respective series:
1. Original Series (1979-1982):
– Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979)
– Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)
– Star Trek III: The Search for Spock (1984)
– Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986)
– Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989)
– Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991)
2. Star Trek: The Next Generation (1988-2002):
– Star Trek Generations (1994)
– Star Trek: First Contact (1996)
– Star Trek: Insurrection (1998)
– Star Trek: Nemesis (2002)
3. Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1996-1999):
– Star Trek: Generations (1994) – Also part of the Next Generation series
– Star Trek: Insurrection (1998) – Also part of the Next Generation series
4. Star Trek: Voyager (1997-2002):
– Star Trek: Insurrection (1998) – Also part of the Next Generation series
5. Star Trek: Enterprise (2009-2013):
– Star Trek (2009)
– Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)
6. Star Trek: Kelvin Universe (2013-2016):
– Star Trek Beyond (2016)
7. Star Trek: Discovery (2017-2020):
– Star Trek: Discovery (2017)
– Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022) – A spin-off series
8. Star Trek: Picard (2020-2023):
– Star Trek: Picard (2020)
In addition to these movies, there have been several television series and animated movies that have contributed to the Star Trek universe. The total number of Star Trek movies, including spin-offs and reboots, is 12. However, this number may change as new films continue to be released in the future.
