Hold onto your phasers, Trekkies, because the future of Star Trek just took a bold new turn! Paramount has officially enlisted John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein to write and direct a brand-new Star Trek movie, and here’s the kicker: it’s reportedly unconnected to any previous iterations. That’s right—no Chris Pine, no familiar crew, and no retreading old ground. But here’s where it gets controversial: is this a fresh start the franchise needs, or will fans miss the continuity of the beloved Pine-led era? Let’s dive in.
When David Ellison took the helm at Paramount, the fate of Star Trek became a hot topic. Would the studio stick with the projects in development, or would they boldly go where no one has gone before? The Duffer Brothers, fresh from Netflix, were rumored to reboot the franchise, but Paramount has now charted a different course. Daley and Goldstein, the dynamic duo behind hits like Game Night and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, are bringing their signature blend of comedy, high-concept storytelling, and action to the final frontier. Their recent work on Mayday, starring Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, only adds to the excitement.
But this is the part most people miss: Star Trek hasn’t graced the big screen since 2016’s Star Trek Beyond, which, despite its $343.4 million global haul, was considered underwhelming. Since then, a handful of projects have been in development, including an R-rated Quentin Tarantino script and multiple attempts to reunite the Pine crew. None made it to theaters, leaving Star Trek to thrive primarily on streaming platforms like Paramount+.
This new film marks a clean break from the past, which could be both thrilling and divisive. Will Daley and Goldstein’s comedic touch mesh with the serious tone fans expect? And what does this mean for the future of the franchise? Is this a risky gamble or a genius move? Weigh in below—let’s spark a debate!
Represented by CAA, Fourth Wall Management, and Hansen, Jacobson, Teller, Hoberman, Newman, Warren, Richman, Rush, Kaller, Gellman, Meigs & Fox, the duo is no stranger to high-stakes projects. Deadline broke the news, but the real story is how this film will redefine Star Trek for a new generation. Subscribe to THR Newsletters for more updates straight to your inbox—you won’t want to miss this journey.
