Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' producers discuss the implications of the series' end date on their future plans, and speculate about the possibility of a Paul Wesley-led reboot of The Original Series.
In an exciting development for Star Trek fans, it has been confirmed that Paul Wesley will take on the iconic role of Captain James T. Kirk in the upcoming fifth and final season of 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds'. This season, slated to depict Kirk's first day of command of the USS Enterprise, marks a departure from the original series timeline, as the classic series begins a bit into Kirk's command rather than at the very beginning.
The creative team behind 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds', including showrunners Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers, have expressed strong interest in continuing Star Trek stories set aboard the Enterprise. Following the conclusion of Season 5, they are considering a potential soft reboot of the original Star Trek series with Wesley's Kirk at the helm.
However, it is important to note that this spin-off is not yet officially confirmed, with Paramount executives holding the final decision. The creative team remains hopeful and enthusiastic about continuing the Enterprise narrative and exploring Kirk’s early command further in a potential new series.
While some skepticism surrounds the spin-off's possibility, largely due to the ending of 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' and the changing dynamics of Star Trek production, the team's passion for the project remains undeterred. Keeping an eye on Paul Wesley's upcoming projects may provide insights into the potential new series.
In the meantime, fans can look forward to the new episodes of 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds', which will be available to stream on Paramount Plus. The streaming service offers two plans - an Essential plan for $7.99 a month and a Premium plan for $12.99 a month, with the latter including double the catalog with Showtime.
As for Wesley, he is currently part of a new vampire show, indicating that he may be juggling multiple roles in the near future. The current series, 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds', is currently airing its third season, with season 4 yet to be released. The final season of 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' will have only six episodes, a decision made by Goldsman and Myers.
The Enterprise, with Kirk's captaincy, remains set up and able to be used for a potential follow-up. Most of the cast for a potential spinoff is already in place, suggesting that the groundwork for a new series is being laid. The creative team has emphasised that the decision to end 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' with six episodes was not arbitrary, and they have plans for a soft reboot of the original series starring Paul Wesley and the new cast.
In summary, Paul Wesley will portray Captain Kirk in the upcoming fifth season of 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds', marking a promising start to a potential soft reboot of the original series. Although the spin-off is not yet officially confirmed, the creative team remains hopeful and enthusiastic about continuing the Enterprise narrative. Fans can stream 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' on Paramount Plus and keep an eye out for updates regarding a potential new series.
- The creative team involved in 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' is actively considering a potential soft reboot of the original Star Trek series, with Paul Wesley's Captain Kirk at the helm, offering fans a new daily blend of Star Trek entertainment.
- In the realm of Paul Wesley's upcoming projects, his current involvement in a new vampire show hints at his ability to balance multiple roles, stirring speculation about the potential new series based on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
