Star Trek Movies: Kelvin Timeline

2009 - 20163 Films6h 21m4.2 Average

This modern Star Trek trilogy was designed as a fresh entry point for new audiences, requiring no prior franchise knowledge. The 2009 reboot uses time travel to create an alternate timeline, allowing familiar characters to be reimagined with contemporary filmmaking.

The three films form a complete story arc featuring younger versions of the classic crew. The trilogy successfully balances nostalgic elements with modern action cinema, making it accessible to both longtime fans and newcomers.

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Star Trek

20092h 7m4.4
Director: J.J. Abrams
Cast: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Leonard Nimoy, Eric Bana, Bruce Greenwood

When a vengeful Romulan from the future creates an alternate timeline, young James Kirk and Spock must overcome their differences to save Earth and the Federation. This reboot of the classic franchise follows the early adventures of the iconic crew as they come together for the first time.

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Star Trek Into Darkness

20132h 12m4.3
Director: J.J. Abrams
Cast: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldaña, Benedict Cumberbatch, Karl Urban

When a terrorist attack from within Starfleet leaves their organization in crisis, Captain Kirk and the crew of the Enterprise must hunt down a dangerous fugitive in this action-packed sequel. Their mission becomes a deadly game that will test their bonds and force them to make impossible choices.

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Star Trek Beyond

20162h 2m3.9
Director: Justin Lin
Cast: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban, Zoe Saldaña, Simon Pegg

The crew of the USS Enterprise ventures into uncharted space where they face a dangerous new enemy that threatens both their lives and the principles of the Federation.

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