Paramount+ has become the new streaming home of Star Trek content in Canada, replacing Crave as the platform for fans to enjoy their favorite sci-fi series. This move comes as the first season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds premieres on Paramount+ Canada. The decision to bring Star Trek content to Paramount+ was made as part of the studios’ efforts to consolidate their streaming services and offer a more comprehensive streaming experience to Canadian subscribers.
Previously, Crave had the rights to stream the Star Trek catalog, which included around 800 TV episodes and 12 feature films. However, as Paramount+ focuses on expanding its presence in the Canadian market, the decision was made to repatriate the Star Trek content. This means that beloved series like Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Discovery, and Star Trek: Picard will now be available on Paramount+ Canada, allowing subscribers to catch up on these series.
It’s worth noting that Star Trek content will continue to be broadcast on the CTV Sci-Fi Channel in Canada, alongside its availability on Paramount+. This ensures that fans have multiple platforms to choose from to watch their favorite shows. The partnership with CTV Sci-Fi Channel allows Star Trek series to be broadcast on the same day they premiere on Paramount+ in the United States, further aligning the release schedule between the two markets.
The decision to bring Star Trek to Paramount+ Canada follows a long-standing relationship between the franchise and Canadian media player Bell Media. The original Star Trek series aired on the CTV network in 1966, and in 2017, Star Trek: Discovery became part of a package of new Star Trek series to debut on Bell Media platforms, thanks to a deal with Paramount. However, with the rise of U.S. streaming platforms in the Canadian TV market, the migration of major American series, including live sports content, has been shifting to American services that have entered the Canadian market online and through digital apps.
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The decision to make Paramount+ the Canadian streaming destination for Star Trek content reflects the franchise’s global popularity. Star Trek has been captivating audiences since its debut in 1966, with its expansive storytelling and diverse cast of characters. Paramount+ is thrilled to offer Canadian subscribers access to the complete Star Trek catalog, providing fans with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich universe of the franchise.
But the Star Trek offerings on Paramount+ Canada don’t stop at the existing series. The streaming platform will also be home to new Star Trek content, including Star Trek: Starfleet Academy and the movie event Star Trek: Section 31, starring Michelle Yeoh. Both of these series are produced by CBS Studios, which has its own studio complex in west Toronto.
In conclusion, Paramount+ has become the new streaming home for Star Trek content in Canada, replacing Crave. This move allows Canadian fans to enjoy their favorite series on a platform dedicated to the franchise’s comprehensive catalog. With additional new Star Trek content on the horizon, Paramount+ Canada aims to provide an immersive and exciting streaming experience for all Star Trek enthusiasts.
