Observed Signal · Aug 13, 2026 · Product Launch · Source: Cord Cutters News · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Pluto TV Adds Two Star Trek Channels for 60th Anniversary
Pluto TV will relaunch a dedicated Star Trek pop-up category of seven channels beginning August 14, 2026, as part of early celebrations for the franchise’s 60th anniversary. The free, ad-supported service (owned by Paramount) already hosts five permanent Star Trek channels; the temporary expansion adds two channels focused on the theatrical films — one streaming all 13 feature films continuously and a Spanish-language version with identical titles. The themed category will remain available through Star Trek Day on September 8, 2026, creating a consolidated destination on the FAST/AVOD platform for fans and supporting broader free-access viewing during the anniversary period.
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- Pluto TV will relaunch a Star Trek pop-up category featuring seven channels starting August 14, 2026.
- Pluto TV already operates five permanent Star Trek channels: The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, and Enterprise.
- Two temporary additions focus on the theatrical films: a channel streaming all 13 Star Trek feature films and a Spanish-language film channel.
- The seven-channel category will remain available through Star Trek Day on September 8, 2026.
- Pluto TV is a free, ad-supported streaming service operating under the Paramount umbrella.
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