Paramount’s iconic Star Trek franchise is making strides in the UK, as the first season of Strange New Worlds is now accessible for free on the streaming service ITVX. This development opens new opportunities for audiences in the UK to engage with this prequel series.
Streaming Availability on ITVX
Since its premiere in 2022, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has been available exclusively on Paramount+ in the UK. Now, viewers can enjoy all ten episodes of the series, which prominently features Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount), Spock (Ethan Peck), and Number One (Rebecca Romijn).
Starting Sunday, the complete first season, referred to as a “series” in the UK, has launched on ITVX, a free, ad-supported streaming platform. Users can opt for a premium subscription at £5.99 per month for an ad-free experience.
ITVX Content and Features
- ITVX offers content from the ITV broadcast network and licensed content from major studios.
- A deal inked with Paramount in 2022 has recently started to include original programming like Strange New Worlds.
- ITVX can be accessed via web, mobile apps, gaming consoles, and various smart TVs.
Moreover, the first two episodes of Strange New Worlds will air on ITV1 on Sunday evenings at 10:20 p.m. and 11:20 p.m. This initiative signifies a potential shift towards licensing more original Star Trek series in regions with Paramount+ availability.
Future Prospects and Availability
While Strange New Worlds remains streamed on Paramount+ in the UK, it’s important to note that only season 3 is currently marked as exclusive on the platform. This development raises the possibility that ITVX may include additional seasons of the popular series in the future.
Interestingly, the free service Pluto TV, which is owned by Paramount, is also present in the UK. However, it does not feature any Star Trek content, unlike its US counterpart, which hosts several Star Trek channels.
Classic Star Trek Series Availability
Classic Star Trek shows, including The Original Series (TOS), Star Trek: The Animated Series (TAS), The Next Generation (TNG), Deep Space Nine (DS9), Voyager, and Enterprise, can still be streamed in the UK on Netflix.
As the landscape of streaming continues to evolve, Paramount’s new strategy appears to be more open to licensing their content. As a result, we may witness ITVX incorporating more original programming, potentially paving the way for similar agreements in the United States.
