The Star Trek franchise has evolved significantly over the decades, making it practical to categorize its output into distinct eras. We start with the iconic Original Series from the late '60s, followed by the films featuring the beloved original crew. Then came the Rick Berman era, which kicked off with The Next Generation and concluded with Enterprise. Now, we're in the modern era, initiated by Paramount+ with the launch of Discovery in 2017.
Today's focus is on this modern era, especially highlighted by the release of the first straight-to-streaming TV movie, Star Trek: Section 31, originally conceived as a series. In just under eight years, the creative minds behind modern Trek have produced five new series, including two animated shows, and a collection of shorts titled Short Treks.
Given the diverse approaches—from sci-fi drama to comedy, animation, and feature-length films—comparing these projects can be challenging. It's also important to consider that a series can have varying quality across its seasons. Our rankings reflect an assessment of each series' overall performance, not just its peak episodes.
So, whether you say "make it so," "engage," "fly," "blast off," or "punch it" while donning your Starfleet captain's cosplay, let's dive into the rankings!
The Best Star Trek Series of the Modern Era (and the Worst)
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