The Future of Star Trek Analysis

Usually the decision to cancel a show on streaming is rarely done in less than two weeks after its season has aired. Yet Paramount+ did that with Starfleet Academy. When its fast be it in streaming or regular TV it almost always indicates a show wildly underperformed and that seems likely here. 

Possibly could blame the merger with Warner Bros. and Paramount but with second season yet to air and likely time on actor contracts, there was no reason to make a decision this early and quickly except to clear the decks.

Strange New Worlds will likely have both seasons release this year and wouldn't be remotely surprised if its the entire seasons at once to save money on advertising. Same with season two of Academy once its completed post-production either late this year or early 2027.

I will be blunt - Star Trek television is dead for the foreseeable future. The movies remain a possibility but suspect the plan is a complete reboot of the franchise.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Officially Cancelled

Variety and Deadline are both reporting that Paramount+ has decided to cancel Starfleet Academy which just completed its first season run. The series has a second season in post-production that is expected to be released sometime next year. Rumors indicate that the second season ends in a cliffhanger that will now go unresolved unless they can save it in post-production.

Starfleet Academy Season 1 Finale Available Now

If you were waiting for Starfleet Academy to finish its season 1 run so could binge watch, the wait is over. The season one finale is now available on Paramount+ so now all ten episodes are available to view. Below is a click from the finale. Season 2 of the series have finished filming and now in post-production for a likely early 2027 release date. 

As for future of Star Trek after that season 2 and Strange New Worlds season 4 and 5, that is unknown as Paramount is very busy with their borgification of Warner Bros. Odds are things will be on standby for awhile.

The Doctor Now Available on Waze

If you use the Waze app on your mobile phone for directions, you can now have it use the voice of Robert Picardo as he channels The Doctor to give out directions. The actor reprised his Voyager role for Prodigy and can be seen now on Starfleet Academy. From Waze, "The Doctor, voiced by Robert Picardo, brings his signature charm and encyclopedic knowledge to your drive with analytic ease and wit to help you navigate everything from traffic hazards to the final frontier of your daily commute. As The Doctor says, problems are not insurmountable as long as you follow his precise directions." In general, the way to change it is go Waze, touch the menu icon (the three lines stacked on each other), then touch "Settings", then "Voice and sound", under Voice section, touch "Current voice". A list of available voice will appear including Mr. Wolf, just look scroll until find "English (US) - The Doctor". You may also see banner about it on the app which will make it real quick to switch. There are also options to change car icon to the USS Athena and your mood icon to Vulcan salute.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Wraps Production

The second season of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy completed production today for what is looking to be its final season. Its first season is currently airing on Paramount+ with season 1 finale coming in a few weeks. It should be noted that Paul Giamatti did not return for season 2 but is open to returning if there is a season 3. As of now, there are no new plans for future shows or seasons of any show for Star Trek. Plenty of rumors but nothing concrete. With Paramount executives focused on acquiring Warner Bros., long term planning is pretty much impossible right now as planning requires a budget and budgets are in limbo right now. No acquistion and suddenly have to plan for the future and will have the money to do that. Acquire WB and money is extremely tight as the merged company will have a debt load nearly equal to its value. Star Trek could be put back in storage as ratings have been declining and the online trolls keep getting louder. The focus will shift to HBO streaming as its a greater profit center compared to Paramount+. Its a mess and a mess that may not be sorted out for weeks if not months as latest news is a $31 per share offer is seriously being considered for a company that hovered around $19 a share for years. Its the definition of overpayment. Congrats to the cast and crew of Starfleet Academy. It was nice meeting you this season and personally I am looking forward to season 2.