Sir Patrick Stewart Dies at 86: Where to Stream the Legendary Star Trek and X-Men Icon’s Greatest Screen Roles

Sir Patrick Stewart has died at the age of 86 on October 28 following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia. The beloved British actor’s passing was confirmed in an official announcement shared “with great sorrow” on Instagram, concluding an extraordinary six-decade career across stage and screen.

From commanding the starship USS Enterprise to steering Marvel’s mutant heroes as Professor Charles Xavier, Stewart became an unforgettable presence in American pop culture. Fans will also witness his final filmed performance when he reprises Professor X in “Avengers: Doomsday.”

For those looking to honor his legacy through his vast filmography, here is the complete guide to streaming his most iconic work right now.

Commanding the Starship: Jean-Luc Picard’s Complete ‘Star Trek’ Journey

Stewart transitioned to mainstream screen stardom in 1987 when he took the bridge as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” Over nearly four decades, he brought classical depth and moral authority to three television series and four feature films.

STAR TREK: NEMESIS, Patrick Stewart, 2002.

After an 18-year hiatus following 2002’s “Star Trek: Nemesis,” Stewart returned for three seasons of the Paramount+ original series “Star Trek: Picard,” catching up with the retired Starfleet admiral two decades after his flagship voyages.

The Complete Star Trek Picard Watchlist

All of Stewart’s signature performances as Jean-Luc Picard are available to stream on Paramount+:

• “Star Trek: The Next Generation” (1987–1994): The full television series that made Picard a household name.
• “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” (1993): Episodes 1 and 2, bridging the Federation command transition.
• “Star Trek Generations” (1994): Picard’s initial cinematic outing alongside the original series era.
• “Star Trek: First Contact” (1996): The critically acclaimed battle against the Borg.
• “Star Trek: Insurrection” (1998): A high-stakes clash over Federation ethics.
• “Star Trek: Nemesis” (2002): Picard faces off against a dangerous clone adversary.
• “Star Trek: Picard” (2020–2023): The three-season return detailing Picard’s later life and final mission.

The legendary actor’s death was announced “with great sorrow” following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.

Leading the Mutants: The Definitive Professor X Catalog

In 2000, Stewart stepped into another foundational role as telepath Charles “Professor X” Xavier in Marvel’s “X-Men.” His dynamic opposite close friend Sir Ian McKellen, who played Magneto, anchored the franchise for two decades.

X-MEN, Patrick Stewart as Professor X.

Stewart’s work as Xavier spanned multiple timelines and universes, concluding with a gritty, emotional turn in 2017’s “Logan” and an alternate appearance in 2022’s “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.”

Audiences can stream Stewart’s mutant saga on Disney+:

• “X-Men” (2000)
• “X2” (2003)
• “X-Men: The Last Stand” (2006)
• “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” (2009): Cameo appearance
• “The Wolverine” (2013): Cameo appearance
• “X-Men: Days of Future Past” (2014): Sharing the Xavier role with James McAvoy
• “Logan” (2017)
• “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” (2022)

Fans have one final performance to look forward to on the big screen: Stewart filmed an appearance as Charles Xavier for Marvel’s upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday,” hitting theaters on December 18.

Beyond Sci-Fi: Essential Dramatic Roles to Revisit

While mainstream audiences associate him strictly with spaceships and superheroes, a widespread misconception is that Stewart’s career was defined exclusively by genre franchises. In truth, he was cast as Picard in 1987 directly because of his extensive background as a Shakespearean theater actor, bringing classical weight to every role he took.

DUNE, Patrick Stewart and Kyle MacLachlan, 1984.

In 1984, Stewart portrayed weapons master Gurney Halleck in David Lynch’s cult adaptation of “Dune,” training Paul Atreides and rallying house forces. You can stream “Dune” on Tubi or rent it on Prime Video.

MOBY DICK, Patrick Stewart, 1998.

Stewart also secured an Emmy nomination playing Captain Ahab in the 1998 television miniseries adaptation of “Moby Dick,” a role he landed after quoting the novel during a “Star Trek” film. The miniseries is currently available on Tubi.

GREEN ROOM, Patrick Stewart and Macon Blair, 2015.

In the 2015 suspense thriller “Green Room,” Stewart surprised audiences by taking a ruthless turn as a white supremacist leader opposite the late Anton Yelchin. The film is streaming on Netflix and available to buy or rent on Prime Video.

THE SHEEP DETECTIVES, Sir Ritchfield (voice: Patrick Stewart).

Rounding out his versatile catalog, Stewart voiced Sir Ritchfield in the cozy animated mystery “The Sheep Detectives,” re-teaming with regular co-star Hugh Jackman for a story exploring grief and healing, streaming on Prime Video.

Where to Stream Sir Patrick Stewart’s Best Work

💬 Sir Patrick Stewart brought unmatched poise, gravitas, and heart to every screen he touched across sixty years of acting.

✨ Whether you grew up watching Picard order “Tea, Earl Grey, hot” or marveled at Charles Xavier leading the X-Men, his work will endure for generations.

📱 What is your favorite Patrick Stewart performance of all time? Drop your thoughts in the comments below and share your memories.