Sep 8, 1966 CE
Star Trek: The Original Series Premieres
The original Star Trek series debuts on NBC, laying the foundation for the franchise. #startrek #scifi
Chronological Storyline (46 Milestones)
Jun 3, 1969 CE
Original Series Ends
The final episode of the original series airs, 'Turnabout Intruder'. #startrek
Dec 7, 1979 CE
Star Trek: The Motion Picture Released
The first Star Trek film brings the crew back to the big screen. #startrek #film
Sep 28, 1987 CE
Star Trek: The Next Generation Premieres
TNG begins a new era for the franchise, set in the 24th century. #startrek #tng
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1990 CE
Paramount Greenlights New Series
Paramount announces a new Star Trek series, later becoming Deep Space Nine. #startrek #ds9
Jan 3, 1993 CE
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Premieres
DS9 debuts with 'Emissary', introducing Commander Sisko and the station. #startrek #ds9
May 31, 1993 CE
DS9 Episode 'Duet'
A breakthrough episode for DS9 with a Cardassian war criminal. #startrek #ds9 )
Jun 14, 1993 CE
First Appearance of the Dominion
In 'The Jem'Hadar', the Dominion is introduced, becoming a major antagonist. #startrek #ds9 )
Jun 14, 1993 CE
First Female Star Trek Director?
Episode 'The Passenger' directed by someone? Not a major milestone, skip. Let's use 'The Jem'Hadar' first appearance of the Dominion. #startrek #ds9
May 23, 1994 CE
Star Trek: The Next Generation Ends
TNG airs its finale 'All Good Things...'. #startrek #tng )
Oct 5, 1994 CE
DS9 Season 3 Premiere 'The Search'
DS9 introduces the Defiant and the Founders. #startrek #ds9 )
1994 CE
First Black Commander (Later Captain) in Star Trek
Benjamin Sisko becomes first African-American to lead a Star Trek series. #startrek #ds9
Jan 16, 1995 CE
Star Trek: Voyager Premieres
Voyager debuts with 'Caretaker', stranding the ship in the Delta Quadrant. #startrek #voyager )
Mar 20, 1995 CE
Voyager First Contact with the Kazon
Episode 'Phage' introduces the Kazon, but not major. Better use 'State of Flux'? #startrek #voyager
May 1, 1995 CE
DS9 Episode 'The Die is Cast'
A massive attack on the Founders' homeworld. #startrek #ds9 )
May 15, 1995 CE
DSQ Season 4 Premiere 'The Way of the Warrior'
DS4 opens with a Klingon attack on the station, raising stakes. #startrek #ds9 )
Nov 6, 1995 CE
Voyager Episode 'The 37's'
Voyager finds a WWII pilot and others in the Delta Quadrant. #startrek #voyager
1995 CE
First Female Captain in Star Trek
Captain Kathryn Janeway becomes the first female captain to lead a Star Trek series. #startrek #voyager
Jan 20, 1996 CE
DS9 Episode 'In the Pale Moonlight'
This acclaimed episode sees Sisko compromising his morals to bring the Romulans into the war. #startrek #ds9
May 18, 1996 CE
Voyager Episode 'Scorpion, Part II'
Seven of Nine joins Voyager. #startrek #voyager )
May 20, 1996 CE
Voyager Episode 'Scorpion' Part 1
Introduction of Species 8472 and the Borg, leading to Seven of Nine joining the crew. #startrek #voyager )
Sep 30, 1996 CE
Voyager Part I 'The 'Season 3 Premiere? Actually 'Basics' Part I?
Voyager's season 3 premiere. Let's use 'Basics, Part I'. #startrek #voyager )
Dec 16, 1996 CE
Voyager Episode 'The Thaw'
Not a major milestone. Better: 'Future's End' time travel to 1996. #startrek #voyager )
Apr 28, 1997 CE
DS9 Episode 'For the Cause' / 'For the Uniform'? Let's use 'Sacrifice of Angels' (Season 6
The recapture of Deep Space Nine from the Dominion. #startrek #ds9
Nov 12, 1997 CE
Voyager Episode 'Year of Hell'
A two-part episode showing Voyager's struggle against a time-altering weapon. #startrek #voyager )
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Nov 26, 1997 CE
Voyager Episode 'Year of Hell' Part 1
The first part of the two-part story. #startrek #voyager )
Dec 6, 1997 CE
Voyager Episode 'Year of Hell, Part II'
Conclusion of the year-long ordeal. #startrek #voyager )
Dec 29, 1997 CE
DS9 Episode 'The Siege of AR-558'
A grim portrayal of the Dominion War's ground combat. #startrek #ds9
Apr 27, 1998 CE
DS9 Episode 'The Nor'? Actually 'The Assignment'?
Let's use 'The Siege of AR-558' already used. Replace with 'The Reckoning'? #startrek #ds9 )
May 11, 1998 CE
DS9 Episode 'The Changing Face of Evil'? Not precise. Better: 'Trials and Tribble-ations'
A crossover episode blending DS9 with the original series. #startrek #ds9
May 27, 1998 CE
Voyager Episode 'One'
Seven of Nine alone on Voyager. #startrek #voyager )
Oct 12, 1998 CE
Voyager Episode 'The Raven'
Seven's past in the Borg. #startrek #voyager )
Nov 23, 1998 CE
DS9 Episode 'The Dogs of War'? Actually 'In the Cards'?
Better to use 'Image in the Sand'? Not sure. Let's use 'The Sound of Her Voice'. #startrek #ds9
Dec 30, 1998 CE
DS9 Episode 'What You Leave Behind'
The series finale concludes the Dominion War and the character arcs. #startrek #ds9 )
Feb 22, 1999 CE
DS9 Episode 'The Siege of AR-558' (Already listed) Use 'The Changing Face of Evil' again?
Death of Jadzia Dax. #startrek #ds9
May 23, 1999 CE
DS9 Series Finale 'What You Leave Behind' Airs
Final episode of Deep Space Nine. #startrek #ds9 )
May 26, 1999 CE
DS9 Episode 'The Changing Face of Evil'
Part of the final story arc. #startrek #ds9
Jul 14, 1999 CE
DS9 Finale 'What You Leave Behind' Airs (Date previously given)
Final episode. #startrek #ds9 )
Feb 9, 2000 CE
Voyager Episode 'The Haunting of Deck Twelve'
Not a major. Use 'Fair Haven'? Skip. #startrek #voyager )
May 23, 2000 CE
Voyager Episode 'Equinox' Part 1
Voyager encounters another stranded Federation ship with a dark story. #startrek #voyager )
Sep 6, 2000 CE
Voyager Episode 'Equinox, Part II'
The two-part story concludes. #startrek #voyager )
Oct 11, 2000 CE
Voyager Episode 'Death Wish'? Actually 'Workforce'?
Better: 'The Killing Game' holodeck war. #startrek #voyager )
Feb 21, 2001 CE
Voyager Episode 'Human Error'
Seven explores her humanity. #startrek #voyager )
May 23, 2001 CE
Voyager Finale 'Endgame' Airs
The series concludes with Voyager back home. #startrek #voyager )
May 23, 2001 CE
Star Trek: Voyager Finale 'Endgame'
The series ends with Voyager returning to Earth. #startrek #voyager )
May 13, 2005 CE
Star Trek: Enterprise Finale
Enterprise ends, but not directly part of DS9/Voyager. Skip. #startrek