In a major shift for streaming libraries, the iconic Star Trek franchise is preparing to warp out of Netflix for good. Subscribers have begun to see removal notices appearing on the platform, confirming that every Star Trek television series currently available will leave the service throughout 2026.
The End of a Streaming Era
Netflix's long-running partnership with the seminal sci-fi universe is officially concluding. For the past decade, the platform has been a crucial hub for fans, hosting everything from Gene Roddenberry's original 1960s series to beloved spin-offs and newer additions. This move marks a significant corporate consolidation, with Paramount reclaiming its intellectual property to bolster its own streaming service, Paramount+.
The exodus is comprehensive. The slate of departing series includes the foundational pillars of the franchise: Star Trek: The Original Series, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, and Star Trek: Enterprise. Together, these shows represent nearly four decades of television history.
Prodigy's Brief Rescue and New Departure
Among the casualties is the animated series Star Trek: Prodigy. In a notable twist, this show was originally cancelled by Paramount only to be rescued by Netflix in 2023. The platform even commissioned and released a second season. Despite this investment, Prodigy is now also slated for removal, underscoring the absolute nature of the rights shift back to Paramount.
While Netflix has not announced a single blanket removal date, current listings indicate that most series will expire at various points in 2026, with exact dates potentially varying by region. Once gone, Paramount+ will become the sole streaming home for the Star Trek television catalogue, outside of purchasing physical media or digital rentals.
Implications for UK and International Fans
For audiences, particularly outside the United States, this change presents a bittersweet reality. Netflix's global algorithm played a key role in introducing Star Trek to new generations, who discovered the shows through recommendations rather than traditional TV reruns. The loss of this accessibility on a ubiquitous platform like Netflix raises questions about casual discovery, especially in territories where Paramount+ has a smaller footprint or is less established.
However, the strategy is clear for Paramount. By centralising the entire Star Trek legacy—from the classic series to new exclusives like Strange New Worlds—under one roof, it strengthens Paramount+'s brand identity and appeal to sci-fi subscribers. It is a definitive move in the ongoing streaming wars, where exclusive control over major franchises is a primary battleground.
For now, Trekkies in the UK and beyond have time to plan their final viewing voyages on Netflix before the franchise sets a course for its exclusive home on Paramount+ next year.
