# Where to watch Star Trek: First Contact (1996) in the UK

> Star Trek: First Contact (1996) is currently available to stream in the UK on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 11 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1996  
**Runtime:** 111 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.3/10  
**Genres:** Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Thriller  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 11 May 2026 (2026-05-11T08:29:56.310Z)  

## Synopsis

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.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Paramount Plus](https://www.paramountplus.com/search/?query=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [Paramount+ Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact&i=instant-video)
- [Paramount Plus Premium](https://www.paramountplus.com/search/?query=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [Paramount Plus Basic with Ads](https://www.paramountplus.com/search/?query=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact+film)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [Rakuten TV](https://rakuten.tv/uk/search?q=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Star%20Trek%3A%20First%20Contact+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Star Trek: First Contact in the UK?**

Star Trek: First Contact (1996) is currently included in subscriptions to Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Star Trek: First Contact?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Star Trek: First Contact?**

Yes. Star Trek: First Contact can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Star Trek: First Contact on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Star Trek: First Contact is currently included with: Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/199/star-trek-first-contact-1996
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/iqhHe893Vcf07jNkNQ31tu85dKG.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/199/star-trek-first-contact-1996.json

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