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At the edge of the universe, discovery begins.
Follow the voyages of Starfleet on their missions to discover new worlds and new life forms, and one Starfleet officer who must learn that to truly understand all things alien, you must first understand yourself.
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Checked Sep 1, 2026
Star Trek: Discovery is available to stream on Paramount+ (Via Amazon Prime) and Paramount+ (Via Apple TV) in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Follow the voyages of Starfleet on their missions to discover new worlds and new life forms, and one Starfleet officer who must learn that to truly understand all things alien, you must first understand yourself.
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Episode 1
While patrolling Federation space, the U.S.S. Shenzhou encounters an object of unknown origin, putting First Officer Michael Burnham to her greatest test yet.
Directed by David SemelWritten by Bryan Fuller, Alex KurtzmanGuest stars Maulik Pancholy, James Frain, Jimmy Chimarios, Nicole Dickinson, Javid Iqbal, Chris Obi, Terry Serpico, Michelle Yeoh
Episode 2
Face to face with Klingon vessels, the U.S.S. Shenzhou prepares for the possibility of war if negotiations fail. Amidst the turmoil, Burnham looks back to her Vulcan upbringing for guidance.
Directed by Adam KaneWritten by Aaron Harberts, Bryan Fuller, Gretchen J. BergGuest stars James Frain, Jimmy Chimarios, Nicole Dickinson, Javid Iqbal, Chris Obi, Terry Serpico, Chris Violette, Romaine Waite
Episode 3
Burnham finds herself aboard the U.S.S. Discovery where she quickly realizes things are not as they seem, including the mysterious Captain Gabriel Lorca.
Directed by Akiva GoldsmanWritten by Gretchen J. Berg, Aaron Harberts, Craig Sweeny, Bryan Fuller, Aaron Harberts, Gretchen J. BergGuest stars Javid Iqbal, Grace Lynn Kung, Conrad Pla, Saad Siddiqui, Elias Toufexis, Devon MacDonald, Christopher Russell, Sara Mitich
Episode 4
With tensions and stakes high as Starfleet continues in their efforts to end the war with Klingons, Burnham begins to settle in to her new position aboard the U.S.S. Discovery.
Directed by Olatunde OsunsanmiWritten by Aron Eli Coleite, Jesse AlexanderGuest stars Wilson Cruz, Javid Iqbal, Michelle Yeoh, Dennis Andres, Jordana Blake, Christopher Russell, Kenneth Mitchell, Sara Mitich
Episode 5
Lorca unexpectedly finds himself in the company of a prisoner of war, Starfleet Lieutenant Ash Tyler, and a notorious intergalactic criminal, Harry Mudd. Meanwhile, Burnham voices her concerns about the repercussions of the spore drive jumps on “Ripper.”
Directed by Lee RoseWritten by Gretchen J. Berg, Aaron Harberts, Kemp PowersGuest stars Wilson Cruz, Simon Northwood, Christopher Russell, Kirk Salesman, Rainn Wilson, Tyler Evan Webb, Conrad Coates, Sara Mitich
Episode 6
The U.S.S. Discovery crew is intrigued by new addition, Lt. Ash Tyler. Sarek seeks Burnham's help, rekindling memories from her past. Admiral Cornwell questions Lorca's tactics.
Directed by Douglas AarniokoskiWritten by Ted Sullivan, Joe MenoskyGuest stars Wilson Cruz, James Frain, Luke Humphrey, Jonathan Whittaker, Damon Runyan, Clare McConnell, Kenneth Mitchell, Conrad Coates
Episode 7
As the U.S.S. Discovery crew attempts to let loose at a party, an unwelcome visitor comes aboard bringing about a problematic and twisted sequence of events.
Directed by David BarrettWritten by Aron Eli Coleite, Jesse AlexanderGuest stars Wilson Cruz, Katherine Barrell, Peter MacNeill, Rainn Wilson, Izaak Smith, Sara Mitich, Oyin Oladejo, Patrick Kwok-Choon
Episode 8
The U.S.S. Discovery is tasked with a high priority mission to planet Pahvo and learn the science behind the Klingon's cloaking technology.
Directed by John ScottWritten by Kirsten BeyerGuest stars Wilson Cruz, Michael Boisvert, Anthony Grant, Tyler Evan Webb, Kenneth Mitchell, Conrad Coates, Sara Mitich, Mary Chieffo
Episode 9
Bypassing Starfleet's orders, Lorca uses the U.S.S. Discovery crew's ultimate asset, the ship itself, in an effort to end the war with the Klingons once and for all.
Directed by Christopher J. ByrneGuest stars Wilson Cruz, Kenneth Mitchell, Conrad Coates, Michael Ayres, Mary Chieffo, Jayne Brook, Julianne Grossman, Patrick Kwok-Choon
Episode 10
While in unfamiliar territory, the U.S.S. Discovery crew is forced to get creative in their next efforts to survive opposing and unprecedented forces and return home.
Directed by Jonathan FrakesGuest stars Wilson Cruz, Sam Vartholomeos, Ali Momen, Sara Mitich, Mary Chieffo, Julianne Grossman, Oyin Oladejo, Patrick Kwok-Choon
Episode 11
The crew continues their guise, and Burnham is ordered on a merciless mission to end the resistance in hopes of returning home. Meanwhile, Tilly works on restoring Stamets’ neurofunction.
Directed by T.J. ScottWritten by Lisa RandolphGuest stars Wilson Cruz, James Frain, Riley Gilchrist, Devon MacDonald, Ali Momen, Dwain Murphy, Julianne Grossman, Emily Coutts
Episode 12
Burnham heads to the ISS Charon with a special "gift" for the Emperor. With the help of an unexpected source, Stamets gains clarity while trapped inside the mycelial network. Saru asks for L'Rell's help.
Directed by Hanelle M. CulpepperWritten by Jordon NardinoGuest stars Wilson Cruz, Sam Asante, Billy MacLellan, Dwain Murphy, Jeremy Crittenden, Tasia Valenza, Mary Chieffo, Raven Dauda
Episode 13
Lorca plans to move forward with a coup against the Emperor, propelling Burnham to make a quick decision to save not only herself, but the U.S.S. Discovery.
Directed by Olatunde OsunsanmiWritten by Ted SullivanGuest stars Sara Mitich, Jeremy Crittenden, Rekha Sharma, Ronnie Rowe, Oyin Oladejo, Patrick Kwok-Choon, Emily Coutts, Michelle Yeoh
Episode 14
Burnham and the U.S.S. Discovery crew are faced with the harsh reality of the war during their absence. In order to move forward, Starfleet must use unconventional tactics and sources to take their next action against the Klingons.
Directed by David SolomonGuest stars James Frain, Michael Ayres, Mary Chieffo, Jayne Brook, Emily Coutts, Raven Dauda, Michelle Yeoh
Episode 15
With Georgiou at the helm of the plan to end the Klingon war once and for all, the U.S.S. Discovery crew struggles to fathom and tolerate her hostile tactics. Memories of past hardships are rekindled within Burnham.
Directed by Akiva GoldsmanWritten by Akiva Goldsman, Aaron Harberts, Gretchen J. BergGuest stars James Frain, Clint Howard, Matthew Binkley, Riley Gilchrist, Anthony Grant, Harry Judge, Morgan Kohan, Damon Runyan
Episode information updated Sep 18, 2026
Sonequa Martin-GreenMichael Burnham
Doug JonesSaru
Mary WisemanSylvia Tilly
Anthony RappPaul Stamets
Jason IsaacsGabriel Lorca
Anson MountChristopher Pike
Wilson CruzDr. Hugh Culber
Shazad LatifAsh Tyler
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