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Star Trek: First Contact

1996, English. Directed by Jonathan Frakes.

Resistance is futile.

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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Runtime
1h 51m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
PG-13

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Worth the Hype

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7.3/10 from 2,069 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Star Trek: First Contact isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.

Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Released
22 November 1996
Country
United States of America
Written by
Brannon Braga, Ronald D. Moore, Rick Berman
Budget
$46M
Box office
$146M
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What should I watch before Star Trek: First Contact?

Watch Star Trek: Generations (1994) first.

What comes after Star Trek: First Contact?

Next in the series: Star Trek: Insurrection (1998) and Star Trek: Nemesis (2002).

Is Star Trek: First Contact worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 2,069 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Star Trek: First Contact?

Star Trek: First Contact runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).

Does Star Trek: First Contact have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Star Trek: First Contact. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Star Trek: First Contact parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Star Trek: First Contact is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Star Trek: First Contact on?

Star Trek: First Contact isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like Star Trek: First Contact?

If you liked Star Trek: First Contact, try Star Trek: Nemesis, Star Trek, Star Trek Beyond.

Who directed Star Trek: First Contact?

Star Trek: First Contact (1996) was directed by Jonathan Frakes and stars Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner.

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