The originalStar TrekTV series ran from 1966-1969 but found new popularity in syndication.
Abrams produced three reboot films from 2009-2016.
Here is our ranking of all 14Star Trekmovies, from worst to best.
However, the final result came across as a generic sci-fi action film.
Ultimately,Section 31didn’t really feel like aStar Trekmovie.
Picard must face his dark reflection while contending with a perilous threat to the Federation.
Star Trek: Nemesiswas the fourth and final film starring the cast ofStar Trek: The Next Generation.
It was released in Christmas 2002, received poor reviews, and ranks as the lowest-grossingStar Trekmovie ever.
The failure ofNemesistankedStar Trekas a viable film franchise until J.J. Abrams' successful reboot in 2009.
The film explores themes of faith and the human quest for meaning.
Leonard Nimoy and DeForest Kelley reprise their roles as Spock and Dr. McCoy.
After investigating, the crew discovers that the alien cloud harbors artificial intelligence with an ominous primary directive.
An android look-alike containing her memories shows up soon after.
Either way,Star Trek: Insurrectionmarked the downturn ofThe Next Generation’s film franchise.
The narrative explores themes of legacy and transition while introducing fans to a climactic crossover of iconic characters.
Star Trek: Section 31 follows Emperor Philippa Georgiou as she joins a clandestine Starfleet division tasked with protecting the United Federation of Planets, confronting the consequences of her past actions.
Thankfully, thebestStar Trek: Next Generationmoviewould be just around the corner.
Kirk leads a mission to apprehend a formidable adversary, navigating personal and professional challenges during this pivotal confrontation.
Peter Weller playsStar Trek Into Darkness' other primary villain, the diabolical Starfleet Admiral Alexander Marcus.
Star Trek: Section 31 follows Emperor Philippa Georgiou as she joins a clandestine Starfleet division tasked with protecting the United Federation of Planets, confronting the consequences of her past actions.
This installment is known for its thematic exploration of the end of the Cold War era.
This third installment of the rebooted Star Trek films marked the 50th anniversary of the classic sci-fi franchise.
Star Trek: Nemesis is the tenth installment in the Star Trek film series, directed by Stuart Baird. The film follows Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) and the crew of the USS Enterprise as they encounter a clone of Picard named Shinzon (Tom Hardy) who seizes control of the Romulan Empire. Picard must face his dark reflection while contending with a perilous threat to the Federation.
Star Trek V: The Final Frontier is the fifth installment in the Star Trek film series, directed by William Shatner. The plot follows Captain Kirk, Spock, and Dr. McCoy as they confront a renegade Vulcan named Sybok who commandeers the USS Enterprise to search for the mythical planet Sha Ka Ree. The film explores themes of faith and the human quest for meaning. Leonard Nimoy and DeForest Kelley reprise their roles as Spock and Dr. McCoy.
The Federation calls on Admiral James T. Kirk (William Shatner) and the crew of the Starship Enterprise to contain an immense nimbused object that’s on a crash course with Earth. After investigating, the crew discovers that the alien cloud harbors artificial intelligence with an ominous primary directive. Crisis strikes when a probe dispatched by the energy cloud attacks the crew, abducting navigator Lt. Ilia (Persis Khambatta). An android look-alike containing her memories shows up soon after.
Star Trek III: The Search for Spock is the third installment in the Star Trek film series, directed by Leonard Nimoy. Following the events of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, the film follows Admiral James T. Kirk and his crew as they embark on a mission to recover the body of Spock, leading them to the Genesis Planet. The cast includes William Shatner, DeForest Kelley, and Christopher Lloyd.
Star Trek: Insurrection follows Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the USS Enterprise as they discover a conspiracy within the Federation to relocate a peaceful race from their planet in order to exploit its rejuvenating properties. Directed by Jonathan Frakes, the film explores themes of morality and resistance while showcasing the unique dynamics and principles that define the Star Trek universe.
Star Trek: Generations bridges the original Star Trek series with The Next Generation crew. Directed by David Carson, the film features Captain Kirk (William Shatner) and Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart) joining forces to stop a villain named Soran (Malcolm McDowell) from destroying a star system. The narrative explores themes of legacy and transition while introducing fans to a climactic crossover of iconic characters.
Star Trek Into Darkness follows Captain Kirk and the crew of the Enterprise as they return home to find their organization under threat from a force within. Kirk leads a mission to apprehend a formidable adversary, navigating personal and professional challenges during this pivotal confrontation.
Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991) is directed by Nicholas Meyer and follows the crew of the USS Enterprise as they negotiate peace with the Klingon Empire after an interstellar disaster. William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, and the original cast reprise their roles, facing political intrigue and uncovering conspiracies that threaten the prospects of peace. This installment is known for its thematic exploration of the end of the Cold War era.
In the Kelvin timeline of Star Trek Films, Captain James Tiberius Kirk, Spock, and the rest of the U.S.S. Enterprise crew return to fight a new enemy who puts everything they and the Federation stand for to the ultimate test. This third installment of the rebooted Star Trek films marked the 50th anniversary of the classic sci-fi franchise.
