Pluto TV Celebrates William Shatner’s 95th with Thrilling Star Trek Events
Pluto TV is staging thrilling Star Trek events to mark William Shatner’s 95th birthday on Sunday, March 22, 2026. The streamer will run a pop-up Star Trek category from Friday, March 20 through April 3.
Programming rollout and channels
The pop-up returns across six dedicated channels. Viewers will find both series and films featured throughout the run.
- Star Trek: The Motion Pictures — includes the full Star Trek film collection on VOD.
- Star Trek — airing The Original Series as part of the birthday programming.
- The Next Generation — continuous series blocks.
- Deep Space Nine — selected episodes for the celebration.
- Voyager — curated episodes on the channel.
- Enterprise — returning as a standalone channel for the duration.
March 22 Birthday Stunts
On Shatner’s birthday, Pluto TV will stage special Birthday Stunts across multiple channels. The Star Trek channel will run an all-day Original Series marathon.
The Motion Pictures channel will show the first six films that include Shatner. Funny AF will air The Comedy Central Roast of William Shatner at 10 pm ET.
Movie marathon and lineup
A full Star Trek movie marathon is part of the celebration. Many classic and modern entries will be available during the pop-up.
- Films featuring William Shatner: Star Trek: The Motion Picture; Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan; Star Trek III: The Search for Spock.
- Also included: Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home; Star Trek V: The Final Frontier; Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country; Star Trek: Generations.
- Other franchise films accessible: Star Trek: First Contact; Star Trek: Insurrection; Star Trek: Nemesis; Star Trek (2009); Star Trek Into Darkness; Star Trek Beyond.
Shatner’s on-screen legacy
William Shatner first played Captain James T. Kirk in 1966. His performance helped reshape science fiction on television and film.
Shatner’s portrayal added layers to the leading man. The role showed a more fallible and complex type of hero than common in the 1960s.
Why the celebration matters
The pop-up highlights both nostalgia and franchise breadth. It also honors Shatner’s long influence on screen acting and popular culture.
Fans can tune in across Pluto TV channels to join the tribute. Filmogaz.com will host coverage and discussion for readers following the events.
