New Star Trek Film by Dungeons & Dragons Creators Stands Alone
Paramount Pictures is moving forward with a new Star Trek film, crafted by writers and directors Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley. This project represents an entirely fresh vision for the Star Trek franchise, distinct from any existing series or movies.
Fresh Take on the Star Trek Universe
Goldstein and Daley are best known for their work on popular films such as Game Night and Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. They also wrote the screenplay for Spider-Man: Homecoming, showcasing their diverse storytelling capabilities. Despite the excitement for this new Star Trek installment, details regarding the start of production and release dates remain undisclosed.
Background of the Star Trek Franchise
The Star Trek film series experienced a reboot in 2009, helmed by director J.J. Abrams. However, the franchise has encountered challenges in recent years, particularly following the less successful launch of Star Trek Beyond in 2016. Efforts to produce a fourth film in the Kelvin timeline have faced numerous delays and setbacks.
Previous Development Attempts
- Three different scripts were concurrently in development for a fourth Kelvin film.
- A potential R-rated Star Trek film scripted by Quentin Tarantino was discussed.
- Another idea included a storyline featuring Chris Hemsworth as Captain Kirk’s father.
- Simon Kinberg was also linked to a prequel project at one point.
In 2023, Chris Pine, who played Captain Kirk, expressed his frustrations about the seemingly cursed nature of a fourth film involving his crew. Similarly, Simon Pegg, who portrayed Scotty, suggested that financial factors contribute to the struggle in producing new Star Trek movies. He noted that while Star Trek films traditionally earn around $500 million, production costs have escalated, complicating profitability.
Looking Ahead
As the anticipation builds for this new Star Trek film, fans are hopeful that Goldstein and Daley will successfully revitalize the franchise. The decision to move away from existing storylines could provide a refreshing perspective and attract a new audience to this classic sci-fi universe.
