Star Trek: First Contact
The Borg, a relentless race of cyborgs, are on a direct course for Earth. Violating orders to stay away from the battle, Captain Picard and the crew of the newly-commissioned USS Enterprise E pursue the Borg back in time to prevent the invaders from changing Federation history and assimilating the galaxy.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Kanopy, and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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Frequently asked questions about Star Trek: First Contact
Where can I watch Star Trek: First Contact in the United States?
Star Trek: First Contact is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Kanopy, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Star Trek: First Contact on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. Star Trek: First Contact is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV, Kanopy, and YouTube Free.
Can I watch Star Trek: First Contact for free?
Star Trek: First Contact streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Star Trek: First Contact?
Star Trek: First Contact scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Star Trek: First Contact?
Star Trek: First Contact stars Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner, LeVar Burton, and Michael Dorn. Jonathan Frakes is the director.
How long is Star Trek: First Contact?
Star Trek: First Contact runs 1h 51m (111 minutes).
When did Star Trek: First Contact come out?
Star Trek: First Contact was released on November 22, 1996.
Which studio made Star Trek: First Contact?
Star Trek: First Contact was produced by Paramount Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Star Trek: First Contact?
Star Trek: First Contact was made on a budget of $46,000,000.
How much did Star Trek: First Contact make at the box office?
Star Trek: First Contact grossed $146,027,888 worldwide, against a budget of $46,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.