The film is not to be confused with Star Trek 4, which is still in development with WandaVision's Matt Shakman previously attached to direct. The Untitled Star Trek Origin Story will take place decades before the events of the 2009 Star Trek film, leaving ample room for creativity in the largely unexplored history of the Star Trek universe.
Haynes, who has previously directed the popular Black Mirror episode USS Callister, has been tapped to direct the film, which is set to begin production later this year for a 2025 theatrical release. The film will be produced by J.J. Abrams, who has been involved with the franchise since the 2009 reboot.
The new film will not feature the cast from the 2009 reboot, as Paramount has faced difficulties in assembling them for a fourth film. However, a fourth movie is not entirely off the table, as Paramount hired The Flight Attendant scribe Steve Yockey to pen a new script for the film back in March.
The Untitled Star Trek Origin Story promises to delve into the history of the Star Trek universe before the celebrated voyages of the Enterprise, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the release of the film.
As the Star Trek franchise continues to expand, fans are left wondering what the future holds for the beloved series. Will the Untitled Star Trek Origin Story live up to the hype? Only time will tell.
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