The “Star Trek Universe” panel at New York Comic Con on Saturday revealed an enticing preview of Season 3 for “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” as well as the upcoming fifth and final season of “Star Trek: Lower Decks.” Among the highlights was the exclusive screening of the season premiere of the animated series, which captivated the assembled fans with its vibrant narrative and character development.
Paramount+ further announced that the franchise’s inaugural original television movie, “Star Trek: Section 31,” is slated for release on January 24 on Paramount+ for U.S. audiences, as well as internationally wherever the streaming service operates. The panel featured discussions with cast members Omari Hardwick, Kacey Rohl, and Robert Kazinsky, alongside executive producer and director Olatunde Osunsanmi. Notably, Michelle Yeoh, who reprises her iconic role as Emperor Philippa Georgiou from “Star Trek: Discovery,” made a captivating video appearance during the proceedings.
Featured guests Ethan Peck and Carol Kane, alongside executive producers Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers, provided insights into the forthcoming season of “Strange New Worlds,” which chronicles the storied exploits of the USS Enterprise under the command of Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount). It was announced that Rhys Darby (“Our Flag Means Death”) will be joining the series as a guest star in Season 3.
Attendees were treated to an exclusive preview, showcasing a clip from the Season 3 premiere that seamlessly continues from the suspenseful cliffhanger of Season 2, wherein Captain Pike finds himself embroiled in a perilous confrontation with the formidable Gorn. The third season is anticipated to debut in 2025.
The panel commenced with an unexpected delight, featuring a surprise screening of the Season 5 premiere of “Lower Decks.” This was succeeded by an engaging discussion with stars Tawny Newsome, Jack Quaid, Noël Wells, and Eugene Cordero, alongside executive producer Mike McMahan. Paramount+ also unveiled a first-look clip from the season, portraying the crew of the USS Cerritos as they encounter an alternate reality version of their ship, commanded by Captain Becky Mariner (Newsome).
The fifth season of “Lower Decks” is set to premiere on Paramount+ with a double feature of two episodes on October 24.
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- Enticing /ɪnˈtaɪ.sɪŋ/ (adjective): Attractive or tempting; alluring.
- Captivated /ˈkæp.tɪ.veɪ.tɪd/ (verb): Attracted and held the interest and attention of someone.
- Chronicles /ˈkrɒn.ɪ.kəlz/ (noun): A factual written account of important or historical events in the order of their occurrence.
- Confrontation /ˌkɒn.frʌnˈteɪ.ʃən/ (noun): A hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties.
- Showcasing /ˈʃoʊ.keɪsɪŋ/ (verb): Displaying something to show it off or make it look its best.
- Embarked /ɪmˈbɑːrk/ (verb): To begin a journey especially on a ship or airplane.
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