Paramount+ has released the teaser trailer for its latest live-action project, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. The show focuses on a class of young cadets in their early 20s as they train for their debut space adventure. A largely Gen Z cast plays these characters, with notable stars including Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti.
The trailer showcases the young actors as they bond, flirt, and explore their relationships amidst their training. This shift in focus is a departure from traditional Trek shows, which often prioritized military-style teams and problem-solving over interpersonal sentiments. The show’s new direction aims to adapt the franchise for a younger audience, emphasizing personal fulfillment, romance, and belonging.
Starfleet Academy has already been renewed for a second season and premieres in early 2026. The show features a diverse cast of young actors, including Robert Picardo reprising his role as The Doctor. The project marks an important transitional moment for the Paramount+ Trek franchise, which has seen recent releases like Star Trek: Section 31 and Strange New Worlds.
With a new generation at the forefront, Starfleet Academy aims to redefine the Trek universe’s tone and focus. As the latest effort in the franchise, it will be closely watched by fans and critics alike.
Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-trailer-1236330196