The Ultimate Star Trek Challenge: Watching Every Series and Film in Timeline Order

Why I decided to go full warp speed into Star Trek history

Some people take up jogging. Others bake bread. I, however, decided to watch all of Star Trek — every series and film — in chronological timeline order.

As someone who lectures in hair, makeup, and prosthetics for TV and film, I’ve always been fascinated by how character design evolves across eras, technologies, and budgets. From the heavy prosthetic Klingons of TOS to the sleek aesthetics of Discovery, each era tells a story through its artistry. So, what better way prepare for STLV 2026 than to experience that evolution by watching it unfold in the order it “happened” in the Trek universe?

The viewing plan (and the chaos that comes with it)

This epic viewing journey started with Star Trek: Enterprise, which chronologically comes first, and will end with the far-future events of Discovery and beyond. I’m taking notes on makeup design continuity, prosthetic development, and how each show’s visual language reflects its time, because for me, this isn’t just a fandom binge, it’s a creative study.

But don’t worry, it’s not all academic. I’ve teamed up with Positively Geeky, my fellow sci-fi aficionado (who has tragically declined the Vegas adventure but will be joining me virtually). Together, we’re hosting monthly live discussions where we debate what we’ve just watched.

Image from our Star Trek Enterprise S1 live

You can join us live on the last Thursday of every month at 7pm (UK time), as we dissect the drama, the design, and occasionally, the questionable haircuts of the Star Trek timeline.

This month, we’re deep-diving into Season 2 of Enterprise, and we have opinions. From the storytelling arcs to the foam latex appliances, nothing is off-limits, and with Positively Geeky calling the series 'hot garbage' (lovingly) last month, be ready for the tongue in cheek debates!

Why it matters: beyond the binge

For me, Star Trek has always been more than entertainment. It’s a creative ecosystem, a blueprint for how makeup, prosthetics, and costume design can reflect philosophy, identity, and even ethics. Watching it in timeline order is helping me see how those visual themes evolve, not just technologically, but emotionally.

So if you want to join the journey, follow me and Positively Geeky on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for updates, reactions, and probably a few debates about which captain had the best uniform. And yes, I’m keeping a running list of “Hairstyles That Should Not Have Happened.” Stay tuned.