28-05-2025
STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY Cast Says the Series Isn't Just YA - It's "Young Adults Going Through Some Real Sh*t" — GeekTyrant
We've been hearing some interesting things about the upcoming series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy , including the fact that Star Trek alum Jonathan Frakes said the series is for the hardcore fans, and the fact that the show has already been renewed for a second season ahead of its first season release.
The series is set in the 32nd century and follows a class of cadets as they train to uphold Starfleet's legacy. Unlike most Star Trek shows, this one is primarily set on Earth, offering a fresh perspective on the franchise.
While the story has been billed as 'Young Adult,' the cast has offered up a little correction on that thought. Stars Kerrice Brooks and Bella Shepard recently spoke to about Starfleet Academy , and specifically touched on whether it was a series geared toward young adults.
Shepard said it's more of an "everything" show and added it's "young adults going through some real shit," while Brooks went on to add:
'Yeah. To be honest, it doesn't feel super YA. I don't think things are like simplified or just like life brings you to a level, that's what the show feels like it's doing to the cadets. It feels like it is bringing us to a level instead of coming down to a YA, not that it's a negative thing. But instead of coming to us, we're like joining a Federation, so we've got to come up.'
The series looks like it will be an exciting new take on the franchise, weaving established characters with fresh faces, including Voyager 's Robert Picardo reprising his role as The Doctor, Discovery alum Oded Fehr returning as Admiral Charles Vance, and Tig Notaro back as Jett Reno.
Holly Hunter is stepping into the franchise as the Academy's chancellor, while Paul Giamatti joins as a recurring villain.
Although filming wrapped in February 2025, Paramount+ has yet to announce a release date. Stay tuned for updates on Star Trek: Starfleet Academy .
