Star Trek: First Contact 1996
“Resistance is futile.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Director
- Jonathan Frakes
- Network
- Paramount Pictures
- Where to Stream
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What is Star Trek: First Contact?
"Star Trek: First Contact" is a science fiction film that takes place in a universe where a relentless race of cyborgs, known as the Borg, pose a significant threat to the galaxy. The crew of a newly-commissioned starship, the USS Enterprise, is tasked with intercepting the Borg.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1996
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 22, 1996
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures
- Budget
- $46,000,000
- Revenue
- $146,027,888
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.3/10 from 1,977 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~111 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Paramount Pictures
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Overview
"Star Trek: First Contact" is a science fiction film that takes place in a universe where a relentless race of cyborgs, known as the Borg, pose a significant threat to the galaxy. The crew of a newly-commissioned starship, the USS Enterprise, is tasked with intercepting the Borg. In an effort to alter the course of events, the crew pursues the Borg back in time. This action is taken despite orders to stay away from the battle. The crew's mission is to prevent the Borg from changing the course of Federation history and assimilating the galaxy. The film features a crew from the USS Enterprise, led by their captain, who must navigate the challenges of time travel and confront the Borg in an effort to protect the galaxy from their relentless pursuit.
Should you watch it?
“Captain Picard and his crew battle cyborg invaders across time to protect Earth's history.”
- Features strong technical credits
- Directed by Jonathan Frakes in his feature film debut
- Carries a PG-13 rating with intense elements
Watch it if you enjoy science fiction and action adventures featuring the Borg and the crew of the Enterprise.
The film carries a PG-13 rating and contains science fiction action and thriller elements.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Star Trek: First Contact released?
It was released on November 22, 1996 in the US.
Who directed the film?
Jonathan Frakes directed the film in his feature film debut.
Which ship does the crew command in the film?
The crew commands the newly-commissioned USS Enterprise E.
Who are the primary antagonists in the film?
The primary antagonists are the Borg, a relentless race of cyborgs.
What is the runtime of Star Trek: First Contact?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.
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