Star Trek fans around the world are eagerly waiting for news about the release of a third Star Trek movie. The franchise has been around for over five decades, and its popularity has only grown with time.
The first two movies of the rebooted series, Star Trek (2009) and Star Trek Into Darkness (2013), were both box office hits and received positive reviews from critics. However, it has been a long time since the last movie was released, and fans are wondering if there will be a third one. Let’s explore this topic in more detail.
Background
The Star Trek franchise was created by Gene Roddenberry in 1966 and has since become a cultural phenomenon. The franchise includes multiple TV series, movies, books, comics, and games. The original series was followed by an animated series in the 1970s, four spin-off series (The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, and Enterprise), and several movies featuring the original cast as well as the Next Generation cast.
In 2009, J.J. Abrams directed a reboot of the Star Trek movie franchise that featured younger versions of the original crew played by new actors. The first two movies were well-received by fans and critics alike and brought new life to the franchise. However, after the release of Star Trek Into Darkness in 2013, there has been no news about a third movie.
Rumors
Over the years, there have been several rumors about a potential third Star Trek movie. In 2016, it was announced that Chris Hemsworth would reprise his role as George Kirk (Captain Kirk’s father) in the movie. However, later that year it was reported that negotiations had fallen through between Hemsworth and Paramount Pictures.
In 2018, it was reported that Quentin Tarantino was developing a Star Trek movie with J. Abrams. The project was said to be separate from the main franchise and would have an R-rating. However, in 2019, Tarantino confirmed that he would not direct the movie.
The Future
As of now, there is no official news about a third Star Trek movie. Paramount Pictures has not made any announcements about the project, and there have been no updates from the cast or crew of the previous movies.
However, this does not mean that a third movie is out of the question. The Star Trek franchise has a dedicated fan base and has proven to be profitable for studios in the past. It is possible that Paramount Pictures is taking its time to develop a solid script and find the right director for the project.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while there is no concrete news about a third Star Trek movie, it is important to remember that rumors are just rumors until officially confirmed. The franchise has been around for over 50 years and has evolved with each new iteration. It is possible that we will see another movie in the future, but until then, fans can continue to enjoy the many other forms of Star Trek media available.
