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The “Star Trek” universe has seen a contraction in its televised presence, with the end of “Star Trek: Picard” marking a year, and “Star Trek: Discovery” concluding its run. The initially planned series “Section 31” has evolved into a singular movie slated for release in 2024. Meanwhile, the concluding season of “Star Trek: Prodigy” is set to premiere on Netflix in July, and “Star Trek: Lower Decks” is also approaching its final season. The frequently overlooked “Star Trek: Short Treks” also seems to be winding down. Currently, only “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” and the early-development phase “Starfleet Academy” are actively progressing among new “Star Trek” ventures. This marks a substantial decrease from a peak where six series were airing at once, with a future that potentially holds just two, contingent upon their persistence.
However, Jonathan Frakes retains a positive outlook regarding the “Star Trek” antecedent with the working title “Legacy.” Best known for his portrayal of William Riker in “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and subsequent appearances in “Lower Decks” and “Picard”, Frakes has also established himself as a notable director across the “Star Trek” franchise starting from the 1990s. Understanding the dynamics of the series’ progressive changes, Frakes shares his thoughts on “Legacy”:
“I certainly have hopes and thoughts. Updates? I don’t have, but I do know that the franchise is in great shape. I do know that this ‘Starfleet Academy’ series is going to be an entirely different animal, and I think that the success of what I’m imagining, the success of ‘Section 31,’ Michelle Yeoh’s movie, is only going to catapult us further into the future, and my hope, obviously is that we’ll find a place then to continue the ‘Legacy’ story.”
The future remains to be seen as to whether these anticipations will materialize.
FAQ Section
Who is Jonathan Frakes?
Jonathan Frakes is an American actor and director famous for his role as William Riker in “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” He has directed numerous “Star Trek” episodes across various series and also voiced the character in “Lower Decks” and appeared in “Picard.”
What is “Star Trek: Legacy?”
“Star Trek: Legacy” is a potential spin-off series which might continue the story told in “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” especially the narratives surrounding the characters that Jonathan Frakes and others portrayed.
Why are there fewer “Star Trek” series now?
The reduction in “Star Trek” series can be attributed to several series coming to a natural conclusion, focusing on the development of promising new projects and likely strategic decisions from the franchise runners.
What can we expect from the “Starfleet Academy” series?
While specific details are scarce, “Starfleet’ Academy” is set to offer a fresh perspective on the “Star Trek” universe, focusing on the experiences of cadets training to become part of Starfleet.
Is the “Section 31” series canceled?
“Section 31” was originally envisioned as a series but has been adapted into a standalone movie featuring Michelle Yeoh, with a scheduled release in 2024.