Top Modern Star Trek Series Ranked: Best and Worst

Star Trek has captivated audiences across multiple generations, and for a listicle like this, it's essential to categorize its expansive universe by distinct eras. We begin with The Original Series from the late '60s, followed by the iconic movies featuring those pioneering scientists. Then comes the Rick Berman era, spanning from Star Trek: The Next Generation to Enterprise. Finally, we have the modern era, kicked off by Paramount+ with Star Trek: Discovery in 2017.

Today, we're diving into the modern era, highlighted by the launch of the first straight-to-streaming TV movie, Star Trek: Section 31, initially conceived as a series. In just under eight years, the modern Trek creative team has enriched the franchise with five new shows, two of which are animated, and a collection of shorts aptly named Short Treks.

With such diverse formats—from traditional sci-fi drama to comedy, animation, shorts, and feature-length content—comparing these projects poses a challenge. Moreover, the quality can fluctuate between seasons, so our rankings consider the entire run of each series, rather than just the highlights.

So, without further ado, let's embark on this journey, whether you prefer to say "make it so," "engage," "fly," "blast off," "punch it," or any other phrase that resonates with your inner Starfleet captain!

The Best Star Trek Series of the Modern Era (and the Worst)

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