Star Trek Films - Chronology


This table provides a chronological overview of the cinematic voyages of the Starship Enterprise and its successors, charting a course through the extensive history of "Star Trek" films. The franchise is uniquely divided into two distinct timelines, a concept that allows for separate yet parallel narratives within the same beloved universe. 

The "Prime Timeline" encompasses the initial ten films, beginning with the original crew's transition to the big screen and later passing the torch to the cast of "Star Trek: The Next Generation." 

This original chronology forms the bedrock of the "Star Trek" canon, establishing the rich history and character arcs that have captivated audiences for decades. 

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Following the extensive "Prime Timeline," the table introduces the "Kelvin Timeline," a reboot of the franchise that commenced with the 2009 film "Star Trek." This alternate reality was created through a temporal event that altered the course of history, resulting in a fresh and dynamic reinterpretation of the iconic original characters and their adventures. 

Directed by a new generation of filmmakers, these movies offer a modern, action-oriented perspective on the classic "Star Trek" themes of exploration, camaraderie, and the human condition. 

The table clearly delineates these two cinematic paths, highlighting the in-universe Stardate of each film's events and acknowledging the directors who brought these futuristic visions to life.

 
Star Trek Films Chronology
Stardate Film Director
Prime Timeline
2271Star Trek: The Motion PictureRobert Wise
2285Star Trek II: The Wrath of KhanNicholas Meyer
2285Star Trek III: The Search for SpockLeonard Nimoy
2286Star Trek IV: The Voyage HomeLeonard Nimoy
2287Star Trek V: The Final FrontierWilliam Shatner
2293Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered CountryNicholas Meyer
2293-2294Star Trek GenerationsDavid Carson
2373Star Trek: First ContactJonathan Frakes
2375Star Trek: InsurrectionJonathan Frakes
2379Star Trek: NemesisStuart Baird
Kelvin Timeline
2258Star Trek (2009)J.J. Abrams
2259Star Trek Into DarknessJ.J. Abrams
2263Star Trek BeyondJustin Lin

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