During a recent presentation at SXSW, an update on the Star Trek franchise was shared by Roddenberry Entertainment's COO. It was revealed that a plan is in place for a fourth movie in the Star Trek series. The COO mentioned that Paramount has intentions to further develop the Star Trek universe and that a new movie is expected to be released 'in the very near future.'
While details were kept under wraps, it was emphasized that efforts are being made to bring Star Trek back to the big screen. The COO expressed excitement about the upcoming project but also acknowledged that practical considerations can sometimes pose challenges in the filmmaking process.
The modern era of Star Trek films began in 2009, introducing a new generation of iconic characters like James T. Kirk and Spock. The development of Star Trek 4 has been ongoing for several years, with various script ideas being explored. The potential return of key cast members has also been a topic of discussion.
Despite some uncertainties surrounding the project, the studio remains committed to expanding the Star Trek franchise on the big screen. Paramount is actively working on multiple projects, including an origin movie set in the Star Trek universe before J.J. Abrams' reboot.
