Netflix to beam new star trek series

Each episode of the highly anticipated series, which is returning to screens for the first time since 2005, will be available to members exclusively within 24 hours of premiere

Netflix and CBS Studios International announced a landmark international licensing agreement for the new ‘Star Trek’ television series. Netflix will be the exclusive premiere home the new series in 188 countries and each episode will be available globally available within 24 hours of its US premiere.

Additionally, all 727 existing episodes of the iconic ‘Star Trek’ television library – including ‘Star Trek: The Original Series’, ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’, ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’, ‘Star Trek: Voyager’ and ‘Star Trek: Enterprise’ will be available on Netflix by the end of 2016.

The all-new ‘Star Trek’ will begin production in Toronto in September for its January 2017 premiere. The iconic and influential global franchise will return to television for the first time since 2005 with a new ship, new characters and new missions, while embracing the same ideology and hope for the future that inspired a generation.

“‘Star Trek’ is one of the most iconic shows in television history and we’re thrilled to partner with CBS to bring the beloved series to Trekkies around the world,” said Sean Carey, Vice-President of Global Television at Netflix. “The newest chapter of the story promises to continue the rich tradition of adventure and is sure to excite fans everywhere Netflix is available,” he said.

Alex Kurtzman and Bryan Fuller are co-creators and executive producers for the new ‘Star Trek’ based on Gene Roddenberry’s original series. Fuller launched his career writing for ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’ and ‘Star Trek: Voyager’. Kurtzman is co-writer and producer of the blockbuster films ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Star Trek Into Darkness’.