This timeline tracks the global development and cross-cultural impact of Star Trek in the modern streaming era, from the launch of CBS All Access to the expansion of the franchise with international co-productions and diverse storytelling.
CBS announces the launch of its standalone streaming service, later known as Paramount+, which will host new Star Trek series. #StarTrek #Streaming
CBS announces a new Star Trek series for its streaming service, marking the franchise's first new TV series in over a decade. #Discovery #StarTrek
The first trailer for Star Trek: Discovery debuts at San Diego Comic-Con, generating global fan excitement. #ComicCon #StarTrek
The first episode of Star Trek: Discovery airs on CBS All Access, introducing a new era of serialized Star Trek. #Discovery #Streaming
Netflix acquires international streaming rights for Star Trek: Discovery, making it available in 188 countries outside the US and Canada. #Netflix #Global
The first season concludes with the reveal of the Mirror Universe, showcasing a diverse cast and complex storylines. #MirrorUniverse #Diversity
CBS announces the rebranding of its streaming service to Paramount+, consolidating ViacomCBS content. #ParamountPlus #Streaming
CBS renews Discovery for a third season, set in the 32nd century, exploring a post-apocalyptic Federation. #Future #StarTrek
CBS announces a new series starring Patrick Stewart as Jean-Luc Picard, set 20 years after Star Trek: Nemesis. #Picard #TNG
CBS All Access launches Short Treks, a series of standalone short episodes expanding the Star Trek universe. #ShortTreks #Anthology
Season 2 of Discovery features Anson Mount as Captain Pike and Ethan Peck as Spock, bridging to The Original Series. #Pike #Spock )
Star Trek: Picard debuts on CBS All Access, exploring themes of regret and redemption in a post-Romulan supernova galaxy. #Picard #Redemption
CBS orders an animated comedy series focusing on the support crew of a Starfleet vessel, premiering later in 2020. #LowerDecks #Animation
The first adult animated Star Trek series premieres on CBS All Access, offering humor and canon deep cuts. #LowerDecks #Comedy
Discovery jumps to the 32nd century, exploring a weakened Federation and the Burn. #Discovery #Future )
CBS announces a CG-animated series aimed at younger audiences, following a group of alien teens. #Prodigy #Animation
CBS All Access rebrands to Paramount+, consolidating ViacomCBS streaming content. #ParamountPlus #Streaming
The first season of Picard concludes with the destruction of the Borg cube and the introduction of new synthetic life. #Picard #Borg )
The second season of Lower Decks continues the adventures of the USS Cerritos crew, earning critical acclaim. #LowerDecks #Season2 )
Prodigy launches, featuring a young alien crew and a holographic Janeway, bridging to broader Star Trek lore. #Prodigy #Janeway
Discovery's fourth season introduces the DMA mystery and features President Laira Rillak, the first non-Federation head of state. #Discovery #DMA )
Paramount+ launches in Latin America, Europe, and Asia, expanding global access to Star Trek streaming content. #ParamountPlus #Global
Season 2 of Picard sends the crew into an alternate timeline where the Confederation of Earth exists, exploring themes of fascism. #Picard #AlternateTimeline )
The highly anticipated series featuring Captain Pike, Spock, and Number One debuts, returning to episodic storytelling. #StrangeNewWorlds #ClassicTrek
San Diego Comic-Con hosts a major Star Trek panel announcing Season 3 of Picard and Strange New Worlds renewal. #SDCC #StarTrek
Season 3 of Lower Decks sees the crew dealing with the aftermath of the Pakled planet crisis. #LowerDecks #Season3 )
Paramount+ renews Discovery for a fifth and final season, set to air in 2024. #Discovery #FinalSeason
The final season of Picard reunites the TNG cast, exploring the Borg and the legacy of the Enterprise-D. #Picard #TNG )
Season 2 of Strange New Worlds features crossovers with Lower Decks and introduces Khan's descendant. #StrangeNewWorlds #Crossover )
Season 4 of Lower Decks explores the aftermath of the Borg infiltration and character growth. #LowerDecks #Season4 )
After cancellation by Paramount+, Netflix picks up Prodigy for a second season, expanding its reach. #Prodigy #Netflix
The final season of Discovery begins, focusing on a galactic treasure hunt and closure for the crew. #Discovery #FinalSeason )
Paramount+ confirms a third season of Strange New Worlds, with production underway. #StrangeNewWorlds #Renewed
Paramount+ renews Lower Decks for a fifth season, continuing the animated adventures. #LowerDecks #Season5
Reports surface about a potential spin-off focusing on the USS Enterprise-G, following Picard's finale. #Legacy #Future
A streaming film starring Michelle Yeoh as Emperor Georgiou is announced, expanding the franchise. #Section31 #Film
Global fan events celebrate Star Trek Day, with panels and screenings in multiple countries. #StarTrekDay #Global
Season 2 concludes with a cliffhanger involving the Gorn, setting up future conflicts. #StrangeNewWorlds #Gorn )
Prodigy's second season ends with the crew finding a new home, setting up potential third season. #Prodigy #SeasonFinale
Paramount+ announces a new series set at Starfleet Academy, focusing on cadets. #Academy #Future )
The fifth season of Lower Decks begins, promising more adventures and cameos. #LowerDecks #Season5 )
The Star Trek: Section 31 streaming movie debuts, starring Michelle Yeoh. #Section31 #MichelleYeoh
Season 3 of Strange New Worlds continues the adventures of the Enterprise, with new characters and challenges. #StrangeNewWorlds #Season3 )
Paramount+ greenlights a new series focusing on the Enterprise-G crew, set after Picard. #Legacy #EnterpriseG