Star Trek Is Coming to More Streaming Services—Plus New Gadgets You Can Buy

A New Star Trek Show Is Coming to Paramount+

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy will premiere January 15 exclusively on Paramount+. You'll be able to watch it in many countries around the world, including the U.S., U.K., Latin America, Australia, Italy, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Japan.

Star Trek is also making a deal with Netflix. Netflix will show Star Trek shows in 188 countries, showing just how popular this franchise is globally.

You Can Now Buy a Star Trek Communicator That Actually Works

Remember those flip phones from Star Trek? A company called The Wand Company made a replica—a copy that looks identical to the original prop from the 1960s show. The company scanned the original device very precisely using 3D technology, then created a modern version that looks exactly the same.

The cool part? It actually works like a phone. You can use Bluetooth (the wireless technology on your phone) to make real calls through it. It's like having a prop from the show that you can actually use. You can buy it directly from the official Star Trek Shop.

Star Trek Watches for Watch Collectors

In July 2024, a luxury watch company called NUBEO announced they're making Star Trek watches. They're creating four different limited-edition designs inspired by Starfleet uniforms and symbols. These are high-end watches designed for serious collectors who love both Star Trek and watches.

Why Release Everything at the Same Time?

Star Trek is using a smart strategy. By launching a new TV show at the same time as new products like the communicator and watches, they're getting people excited about Star Trek in general. That excitement helps sell the physical items.

Think of it like this: when a new movie comes out, you suddenly see t-shirts and action figures everywhere. The movie gets you interested in the characters, and the products let you express that interest by buying something tangible you can hold.

Different Products for Different Budgets

Star Trek offers things for all kinds of fans:

• Streaming: Watch new shows on Paramount+ or Netflix by paying a monthly subscription
• Mid-range collectibles: The communicator costs more than a toy but less than a luxury watch
• Premium items: The NUBEO watches are expensive, designed for serious collectors willing to spend more

This way, Star Trek makes money from fans with different budgets. Some fans just want to watch the show. Others want to own a piece of Star Trek to display in their home.

Why This Matters

Hollywood is changing how it thinks about franchises. Instead of just making movies or TV shows, companies like Paramount (which owns Star Trek) now create entire ecosystems. They make streaming shows, partner with manufacturers to create merchandise, and sell products in multiple countries at the same time.

Modern technology makes this possible. Companies can now scan original props with exact precision and recreate them as working products. They can also manufacture limited quantities of luxury items like watches without having to build factories themselves—they just partner with existing companies.

The result? Star Trek is everywhere at once, and there's something for every kind of fan to enjoy or buy.