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Tom Hanks Almost Transformed the Best Star Trek Movie

10+ hour, 19+ min ago  (425+ words) In a pivotal moment for the Star Trek franchise, Tom Hanks was nearly cast in the iconic role of Zefram Cochrane for the film Star Trek: First Contact, released in 1996. This venture marked a significant attempt by Paramount Pictures to…...

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Starfleet Academy Episode 5 Review: Trek Legend Returns

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (181+ words) Bassyonni 31 Jan 2026 Writers Kirsten Beyer and Tawny Newsome crafted "Series Acclimation Mil" to explore the journey of a new character, Sam, voiced by Kerrice Brooks. The episode begins with the phrase "A Story About Me," emphasizing Sam's personal growth rather…...

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Avery Brooks Returns for Emotional ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’ Epilogue

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (386+ words) Bassyonni 31 Jan 2026 Avery Brooks, the iconic actor known for his portrayal of Benjamin Sisko in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," returns to the Star Trek universe in a significant way. Following a long absence from the franchise, Brooks lends his…...

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Starfleet Academy Faces Review Bombing: Disappointing Yet Predictable

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (296+ words) The new Paramount+ series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" has attracted significant attention, although not all of it is positive. The show, which aims to reflect a modern and progressive take on the beloved franchise, is facing a wave of review…...

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Star Trek Perfectly Breaks Gene Roddenberry’s Golden Rule

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (362+ words) The latest addition to the Starfleet fleet, the USS Athena, is making waves among Star Trek fans. This unique starship is redefining the traditional concept of starships and their roles within Starfleet. Captained by Holly Hunter's character, Captain Nahla Ake,…...

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Starfleet Academy’s Viewership Trails Behind Deep Space Nine Discussions

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (241+ words) Paramount's new series, Starfleet Academy, has struggled to attract viewers, raising questions about the future of the Star Trek franchise. To generate interest, the network made the first episode available for free on YouTube. However, the response has been lukewarm....

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Starfleet Academy Ratings Lag Behind Deep Space Nine Discussions

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (234+ words) Paramount's recent efforts to attract viewers have resulted in surprising statistics regarding interest levels across different Star Trek series. The premiere episode of their new series, Starfleet Academy, was released for free on YouTube. This strategic move aimed to generate…...

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“Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Faces Growing Pains in New Series”

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (316+ words) Bassyonni 16 Jan 2026 Paramount+ has introduced a new addition to the "Star Trek" franchise titled "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy." This series explores the concept of college life as the ultimate adventure. The show aims to appeal to a younger audience while…...

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Explore New ‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Photos from Two-Episode Premiere

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (154+ words) Excitement is building for the launch of the latest addition to the Star Trek franchise, titled "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy." This new series will premiere on Thursday, January 15, with an exciting two-episode debut. The second episode, titled "Beta Test," follows…...

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William Shatner Claims Star Trek Uniforms Risked His Fertility

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (263+ words) William Shatner has made some startling claims regarding the infamous Starfleet uniforms worn during "Star Trek: The Motion Picture." The legendary actor, renowned for his portrayal of Admiral James T. Kirk, revealed that the design of these uniforms posed a serious…...