Star Trek: The Cage (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film
Released in 1965, Star Trek: The Cage is a notable film directed by Robert Butler.
What it’s about. The first pilot episode of Star Trek. Led by Captain Christopher Pike, the crew of the starship Enterprise investigates of a far-off planet which was the site of a shipwreck eighteen years earlier. They encounter telepathic aliens who seek a human male specimen for their menagerie.
Who’s in it. Star Trek: The Cage stars Jeffrey Hunter as Christopher Pike, Leonard Nimoy as Spock, Majel Barrett as Number One and Laurel Goodwin as Yeoman J. M. Colt, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Star Trek: The Cage page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Star Trek: The Cage (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Star Trek: The Cage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Star Trek: The Cage?
- Star Trek: The Cage stars Jeffrey Hunter, Leonard Nimoy, Majel Barrett, Laurel Goodwin and Georgia Schmidt.
- When was Star Trek: The Cage released?
- Star Trek: The Cage was released in 1965.