End of an Era for Star Trek

2026 has already been a turbulent year for Star Trek. The franchise's 60th anniversary was drastically under‑celebrated, and the apparent exit of Alex Kurtzman as its overseer suggests the current era is coming to a close. The streaming home of Star Trek is also about to change, meaning fans will need to look elsewhere to access the shows and films that make up its sprawling timeline.

For around half a decade Paramount+ has gathered the latest and classic Star Trek content in one place, a convenience longtime fans appreciated. Still, some decisions — such as casting Star Trek: Prodigy out into the cold — left viewers frustrated. With news that Warner Bros.

Discovery and Paramount are expected to merge, the two studios' libraries could be combined on a single service. HBO Max currently serves as WB's streaming service, and the HBO brand might absorb Paramount+, though an entirely new platform could also replace both.

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