Star Trek: First Contact 1996
"Resistance is futile."
In *Star Trek: First Contact (1996)*, Captain Picard and the USS Enterprise crew take on the Borg in a high-stakes battle that transcends time.
Director: Jonathan Frakes
Cast
Patrick Stewart
Captain Jean-Luc Picard
Jonathan Frakes
Commander William T. Riker
Brent Spiner
Lieutenant Commander Data
LeVar Burton
Lieutenant Commander Geordi La Forge
Michael Dorn
Lieutenant Commander Worf
Gates McFadden
Commander Beverly Crusher
Marina Sirtis
Counselor Deanna Troi
James Cromwell
Dr. Zefram Cochrane
Alfre Woodard
Lily Sloane
Alice Krige
Borg Queen
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Trek: First Contact (1996) about?
The film follows Captain Picard and the USS Enterprise crew as they pursue the Borg back in time to prevent them from assimilating Earth in the past. Their mission becomes a desperate race against time to preserve the Federation's future.
Who directed Star Trek: First Contact?
Jonathan Frakes directed *Star Trek: First Contact*, bringing his experience as an actor to the helm of this high-stakes sci-fi adventure.
Who stars in Star Trek: First Contact?
The film stars Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner, LeVar Burton, and Michael Dorn, with Gates McFadden rounding out the main cast.
Is Star Trek: First Contact (1996) worth watching?
Absolutely. As a fan-favorite *Star Trek* film, it delivers a perfect mix of action, sci-fi intrigue, and emotional depth. The time-travel plot and the Borg's threat make it a must-watch for genre enthusiasts.
How long is Star Trek: First Contact?
Star Trek: First Contact runs for 111 minutes.
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About Star Trek: First Contact (1996) — Time-Traveling Battles and the Borg's Deadly Mission
In *Star Trek: First Contact (1996)*, Captain Picard and the USS Enterprise crew take on the Borg in a high-stakes battle that transcends time. Jonathan Frakes directs this gripping sci-fi adventure, blending tense action with deep thematic stakes as the crew races to stop the cybernetic invaders from rewriting history itself. With the Borg's assimilation of Earth looming, the Enterprise crew must defy orders and journey back to the 21st century, where the fate of the Federation hangs in the balance. The film masterfully balances explosive set pieces with emotional depth, exploring themes of humanity, resistance, and the cost of progress.
Under Frakes' direction, the cast delivers standout performances, with Patrick Stewart's Picard leading the charge against an enemy that embodies the terrifying fusion of technology and totalitarianism. The atmosphere crackles with urgency, blending the wonder of space exploration with the dread of an unstoppable foe. *Star Trek: First Contact (1996)* isn't just a thrilling sci-fi blockbuster—it's a heart-pounding adventure that cements the *Star Trek* legacy.
