Star Trek (1966): episodes, history and where to watch

AT A GLANCE

Star Trek first went out in September 1966 on NBC (BBC One in the UK from 1969). It ran until 1969, with 3 series and 79 episodes so far. In the UK you can usually find it on Paramount+.

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Why it is worth your time

Kirk, Spock and McCoy on the Enterprise’s five-year mission. Only three seasons, but they launched films, spin-offs and much of modern fandom.

The details

First broadcast: 8 September 1966
Originally on: NBC (BBC One in the UK from 1969)
On air: 1966–1969
Series: 3
Episodes: 79
Typical length: 60 minutes
Genres: Action, Adventure, Science-Fiction
Usually found on: Paramount+
First episode: “The Man Trap”

Watching it the official way

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Star Trek: quick answers

When did Star Trek start?

On 8 September 1966, on NBC (BBC One in the UK from 1969).

How many episodes of Star Trek are there?

79 had been broadcast by 14 October 2026, across 3 series. The last aired in 1969.

Where can I watch Star Trek now?

Officially it is usually on Paramount+, though rights change.

Dates and episode counts from TVmaze (2026-10-14), CC BY-SA 4.0. Artwork © its owners, shown only to identify the programme.