Star Trek: First Contact
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The Borg travel back in time intended on preventing Earth's first contact with an alien species. Captain Picard and his crew pursue them to ensure that Zefram Cochrane makes his maiden flight reaching warp speed.
Cast
- Patrick Stewart
- Jonathan Frakes
- Brent Spiner
- LeVar Burton
- Michael Dorn
- Gates McFadden
- Marina Sirtis
- Alfre Woodard
- James Cromwell
- Alice Krige
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- Jun 24, 2024
We've made too many compromises already; too many retreats. They invade our space and we fall back. They assimilate entire worlds and we fall back. Not again. The line must be drawn here! This far, no further!
Jamelle BouieOct 29, 2026Watched in memory of the late great PStew. Fun to see him striking action-star poses here. Plenty of fun, although its reputation as the head-and-shoulders best Next Generation movie speaks a little poorly of the others. The special effects hold up terrifically - lots of…
Will SloanJun 19, 2024Watching a Star Trek project without my dad by my side, telling me endless facts about the production and the franchise feels illegal, I must say.
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"computer, twenty first century clothing!" (everybody gets big candyman coats) this is a better james cameron movie than every terminator sequel but i still cant believe deanna troi doesnt know about tequila
pd187RIP Patrick Stewart. You will be greatly missed 😭😭
321_MoviesOct 29, 2026Haven’t seen this for a while, but the crushing weight of losing Patrick Stewart weighs heavily on me. Of all the men I saw on TV as a growing boy into a man, Picard was the one I wanted to be most like. Kind, courageous, fair, calm in the face of adversity and most of all…
𝔻𝕠𝕔 𝕃𝕪𝕠𝕟 - Dec 18, 2017
i love data so much wtf
👽 Zara 👽Apr 21, 2021love that these guys are on some kind of star trek
porksweatsJun 18, 2024how can something be so cool yet so lame?
George Carmi
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- Stoofman likedStar Trek: First Contact
It was good, on the border, but it was good. I liked how it was pretty ominous, especially in the beginning where you didn't know what the Borg looked like, and it was ALMOST like this horror sci-fi, yet Star Trek movie It was lighthearted, but still dark and fun at the same time
Dylan Walsh likedStar Trek: First ContactThe Next Generation cast is all back sporting new uniforms in what is probably my favorite Star Trek film. This is one of the few movies I saw with my father in theaters, so it holds a special place. The Borg are a favorite enemy, and the new Enterprise-E looks sleek and sexy.
Platypus Lord lovedStar Trek: First ContactRIP Sir Patrick Stewart, may we meet again in the final frontier. Not as good as the best of the TOS movies, but the opening rocks & the final hour is immensely gripping & uplifting. Goldsmith’s score is majestic. Appreciated Stewart's performance on another level this time.
- Da channel Fire likedStar Trek: First Contact
Man, when I was a kid the borg queen made me confused. I really wish they didn't show "borg Earth" at the beginning because it makes the time travel stuff weird and I think it would have felt more well-rounded without the scene.
OG_Ally lovedStar Trek: First ContactLove this one so much. It’s a terrific storyline that integrates past earth with Starfleet, which I just adore. And of course James Cromwell and Alfre Woodard are just awesome.
Jaan Malik likedStar Trek: First ContactAn old Star Trek movie that relates to the new Picard series. It gives you more context on Picard’s life. It’s an enjoyable movie with plenty of action!
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Sam Eastwood likedStar Trek: First ContactThis film constantly reminds me of my childhood. Fantastic writing throughout great action. A really well balanced film throughout.
Mickerdoo is "meh" onStar Trek: First ContactNot a bad movie. Just not my bag. Lighting, some effects and some set dressing felt very television. Would like a darker vibe.
Grant Zabriskie lovedStar Trek: First ContactProbably my favorite of the TNG crew movies. Just a fun story. Johnathan Frakes is the man.
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Generally favorable reviews based on 162 Reviews
Certainly the best in its technical credits, and among the best in the ingenuity of its plot.
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
First time director Jonathan Frakes (who also plays Riker, the Enterprise's second-in-command) injects some badly-needed energy and inventiveness into a series that, prior to this effort, was sinking under its own weight and boldly going nowhere.
James Berardinelli
ReelViews
The fine quality of the new film is good news for anyone disappointed by Star Trek Generations, which got the new Star Trek feature film series off to a shaky start two years ago.
Mick LaSalle
San Francisco Chronicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Star Trek: First Contact (1996) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG-13, meaning that some material may be considered inappropriate for children under 13.
How long is Star Trek: First Contact (1996)?
The movie is 1hr 51min long.
What's Star Trek: First Contact (1996) about?
The Borg travel back in time intended on preventing Earth's first contact with an alien species. Captain Picard and his crew pursue them to ensure that Zefram Cochrane makes his maiden flight reaching warp speed.
Who's the cast of Star Trek: First Contact (1996)?
- Patrick Stewart as Picard
- Jonathan Frakes as Riker
- Brent Spiner as Data
- LeVar Burton as Geordi
- Michael Dorn as Worf
- Gates McFadden as Beverly
- Marina Sirtis as Troi
- Alfre Woodard as Lily
- James Cromwell as Zefram Cochrane
- Alice Krige as Borg Queen
Who's the director behind Star Trek: First Contact (1996)?
Jonathan Frakes directed Star Trek: First Contact (1996).
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