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Franchise · 3 films · 2009–2016

Star Trek: Alternate Reality Movies in Order

J.J. Abrams' cinematic re-envisioning of the Star Trek universe portrayed by a new cast, and set in an alternate reality from earlier films and series (referred to as the "Kelvin" timeline).

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Star Trek: Alternate Reality Watch Order

Release order
3
Total Films
2009
First Release
2016
Latest Release
7.2
Avg Rating

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Watch Star Trek: Alternate Reality in Order

Watch the Star Trek: Alternate Reality movies in release order, starting with Star Trek (2009) and continuing through Star Trek Beyond (2016). The series spans 3 films, released between 2009 and 2016. Audiences rate the franchise 7.2/10 on average.

What order should you watch Star Trek: Alternate Reality?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch Star Trek: Alternate Reality. This is how the story was crafted and revealed to audiences — earlier films seed details, callbacks, and twists that pay off in later entries. Watching in release order preserves those reveals and matches the pacing the filmmakers intended.

Star Trek: Alternate Reality largely tracks its own in-universe chronology, so release order and chronological order overlap closely. You can use either without losing much, though release order is still the safest first watch.

About the Star Trek: Alternate Reality franchise

J.J. Abrams' cinematic re-envisioning of the Star Trek universe portrayed by a new cast, and set in an alternate reality from earlier films and series (referred to as the "Kelvin" timeline).

Each film builds on the previous one, rewarding viewers who watch in sequence.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch Star Trek: Alternate Reality?
The recommended Star Trek: Alternate Reality watch order by release date is: 1. Star Trek (2009), 2. Star Trek Into Darkness (2013), 3. Star Trek Beyond (2016).
What is the first Star Trek: Alternate Reality movie?
The first Star Trek: Alternate Reality movie is Star Trek, released on May 6, 2009.
What is the most recent Star Trek: Alternate Reality movie?
The most recent Star Trek: Alternate Reality movie is Star Trek Beyond (2016).
How many Star Trek: Alternate Reality movies are there?
There are 3 movies in the Star Trek: Alternate Reality franchise.
What is the highest-rated Star Trek: Alternate Reality movie?
The highest-rated Star Trek: Alternate Reality movie is Star Trek, with an audience score of 7.4/10 on TMDB.
Do I need to watch Star Trek: Alternate Reality movies in order?
While each Star Trek: Alternate Reality movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 3 films.
Where can I watch Star Trek: Alternate Reality movies online?
Most Star Trek: Alternate Reality movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.
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