Do I need to watch all of Star Trek?

Do I need to watch all of Star Trek?

You can enjoy the show without having to watch anything in advance - as you mentioned yourself. That having said, Star Trek: Picard is dealing with a few themes that can be better understood by watching the movies and episodes listed below.

Can I watch Star Trek 2009 without watching the show?

Just watch Star Trek (2009) and Star Trek into Darkness. Star Trek (2009) is kind of a reboot. It takes place in an alternate reality to the previous films and TV series. There are nods to previous films; like old Spock etc.

Why is Star Trek so important?

Star Trek ranks as one of the most culturally influential television shows of all time and clearly the most influential science fiction TV show of all time. The original series, which aired on the NBC network from 19, has spawned four successor shows starting in the 1980s and ten movies.

What is the best Star Trek to watch?

Here's our ranking of every Star Trek series, from worst to best.

• Star Trek: Picard (2020 – present) ...
• Star Trek: Discovery (2017 – present) ...
• Star Trek: Voyager (19) ...
• Star Trek: The Next Generation (19) ...
• Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993 – 99) ...
• Star Trek: The Original Series (1966 – 69)

What should I know before watching Star Trek Picard?

Star Trek Recap: Everything You Need To Know Before Picard

• Meeting The Borg In The Next Generation. ...
• Riker & Troi. ...
• Picard & Data's Relationship. ...
• Seven Of Nine's Voyager Background. ...
• The Destruction Of Romulus. ...
• Where Picard Has Been Since Nemesis.

When should I watch Star Trek Picard?

The 10-episode "Star Trek: Picard" series will premiere on Jan. 23, 2020 on the paid subscription streaming service CBS All Access in the U.S., and in Canada on Bell Media's Space and OTT service Crave.

Why is Star Trek so successful?

Star Trek excelled in its characters and casting. The original series focused on a trinity of characters. At the center was the classic hero, Captain Kirk, a dashing and passionate adventurer burdened with the responsibilities of command.

Is the Star Trek animated series worth watching?

• Also, because of a writer’s strike in 1973, many of the best writers for Star Trek’s original series were able to write scripts for the animated series (animated shows weren't included in the Yes, it is definitely worth watching. Consider that almost all the talent that was involved with the original series also worked on the animated series.

Which is the best Star Trek series to watch?

• Star Trek: Discovery (2017 – present) Star Trek: Discovery is the franchise’s current “flagship show.” Three seasons in, the show is definitely a mixed bag. On the pro side: the cast—headed by Sonequa Martin-Green —is truly fantastic, and it has the best production value of any Trek to date.

Which is the worst Star Trek animated series?

• Star Trek: The Animated Series (1973 – 75) Yes, it’s near the bottom, but I’d never say this is a bad series. There are some smart sci-fi scripts spread throughout the show’s two-season run, notably the time-travel episode “Yesteryear,” which gives us a glimpse into Spock’s childhood.

Are there any new Star Trek series coming out?

• Star Trek: Discovery recently concluded its third season, and Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Lower Decks will be debuting their new seasons within the year. On top of all that, there are still several new Trek series coming our way, including a series focusing on Captain Pike and a young Spock called Strange New Worlds.