Excitement is brewing! A new Star Trek movie is on the horizon. After years of speculation and anticipation, we finally have a reason to look ahead. Recently, Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley—known for their work on D&D: Honor Among Thieves—are reportedly shifting their focus back to the beloved franchise. With so many ups and downs, let’s dig into what’s been happening in the Star Trek film universe.
As Star Trek has thrived in the realm of streaming television, Paramount has worked tirelessly to propel multiple film projects forward. Unfortunately, many of these exciting ideas have become stuck in development limbo. Let’s break down what was once in the pipeline and what might still be possible.
1. The Troubled Journey of Star Trek 4 (2015, Officially Dead)
Oh, Star Trek 4, how you’ve suffered! With a tangled history filled with various directors and countless rumors, its demise now seems certain. In a recent announcement, Paramount indicated that the plan to reunite the original rebooted cast has been shelved, marking an end to this iteration.
2. Quentin Tarantino’s Star Trek Vision (2017, Officially Dead)
The legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino initially floated an R-rated take on the Star Trek universe, rumored to feature Chris Pine’s Captain Kirk in a mobster setting steeped in 1930s America. Unfortunately, Tarantino chose to move on to other projects before it could gain any real traction.
3. Noah Hawley’s Star Trek Concept (2019, Officially Dead)
Initially attached to direct a new Star Trek film, Noah Hawley’s vision focused on a universe ravaged by a devastating virus. While it initially sparked intrigue, the covid-19 pandemic ultimately left this project abandoned.
4. Kalinda Vazquez’s Star Trek Script (2021, Fate Unknown)
In March 2021, writer Kalinda Vazquez was announced to be working on a new Star Trek movie. Details are scarce, and we’re still waiting to see if this project will ever come to fruition.
5. An Unnamed Star Trek Film (2021, Officially Dead)
In 2021, Paramount announced an untitled Star Trek film for June 9, 2023, which was separate from Vazquez’s script. However, that date has passed with no sign of a new film, leaving fans hungry for updates.
6. Patrick Stewart’s New Adventure (2024, Fate Unknown)
In early 2024, Patrick Stewart hinted that another film featuring Jean-Luc Picard may be in development. Whether this will hit theaters or become a streaming exclusive remains to be seen.
7. A New **Star Trek** Era with Seth Grahame-Smith (2024, Fate Unknown)
Paramount has enlisted writer Seth Grahame-Smith and director Toby Haynes to create yet another Star Trek film focused on the founding of Starfleet. Few details are available, complicating predictions about its future.
8. Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley’s Project (2025, Fate Unknown)
Most recently, Goldstein and Daley have been announced as the creators of a new stand-alone Star Trek film, separate from past stories and characters. Given its fresh perspective, fans are hopeful this project will gain momentum amidst prior setbacks.
As we follow the evolving narrative of Star Trek, an exciting future could still unfold. Will we finally witness the next chapter in this iconic journey? Stay tuned. And for even more updates on Marvel, Star Wars, and everything in between, keep an eye on Moyens I/O.