Star Trek: Prodigy’s Emmy Win Proves the Show’s Legacy

Though it only lasted three seasons starting in the late 1960s, Star Trek quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Reruns of the show were incredibly popular, becoming the highest-rated hour-long drama in syndication for twenty years. This success led to an animated series and a series of feature films, even bringing back the original actors. Eventually, Star Trek: The Next Generation became the first sequel to surpass the original series in syndication ratings. More movies and spin-offs followed, but the show faded from view until the studio needed a key program for its new streaming service. Throughout its history, Star Trek has repeatedly proven its resilience, succeeding despite often being underestimated by its own studio.



