Recent reports from Hollywood indicate that Simon Kinberg, a well-known writer, producer, and director famous for his work on the X-Men franchise, has been selected by Disney and Lucasfilm to create a new trilogy of Star Wars films. Interestingly, Kinberg is also involved in Paramount’s upcoming Star Trek project, which remains on track according to the latest updates.
Upcoming Star Trek Project
The next film in the Star Trek franchise is titled the “Untitled Star Trek Origin Movie.” This project was officially announced as part of Paramount’s 2026 film slate earlier this year. Toby Haynes will direct the movie, with Seth Grahame-Smith serving as the screenwriter.
Kinberg is attached as a producer alongside J.J. Abrams. However, it appears that Kinberg’s commitments to the Star Wars franchise will not interfere with the Star Trek film. According to the reliable Puck newsletter, Kinberg’s work on Star Wars will have to wait until after he completes his responsibilities for the Star Trek project.
Puck has provided updates on the status of the “Star Trek Origin” movie. Although there have been many delays in bringing Star Trek back to theaters over the past decade, Paramount has included this origin movie in their upcoming lineup. If production begins in early 2025, it could potentially be released in theaters by 2026, coinciding with the franchise’s 60th anniversary. Reports suggest that this origin movie will feature a new cast and focus on humanity’s early interactions with aliens and the formation of the Federation, primarily set on Earth. Variety previously reported that this film aims to serve as an origin story for the main timeline of the Star Trek franchise, distinct from the alternate Kelvin timeline introduced in 2009’s “Star Trek.”
Creative Conflicts And Future Prospects
The Star Wars and Star Trek franchises have had their share of creative conflicts in the past. A notable instance occurred when J.J. Abrams was involved with both franchises simultaneously, leading to Paramount receiving compensation from Disney for taking away their creative lead. However, Puck reports that Kinberg informed Paramount about his new deal with Disney ahead of time. His Star Wars project is reportedly still far from production.
Kinberg is expected to play a significant role in overseeing the Star Trek film franchise, with this origin movie marking just the beginning of its return to theaters. It remains uncertain how he will manage both projects simultaneously, especially considering his busy schedule. He recently served as an executive producer for “Deadpool & Wolverine” and is involved in several other projects, including reboots of “Logan’s Run” and “The Running Man.” Notably, Disney and Lucasfilm have cycled through creative talent for potential Star Wars films more rapidly than Paramount has for Star Trek, which could give Kinberg more time if his involvement with Star Wars leads to another stalled project.
In addition to the origin film, Paramount has confirmed plans for one final movie featuring the Kelvin Universe crew led by Chris Pine as James T. Kirk. The latest update came in March when writer Steve Yockey was brought on board to develop a script. Cast members, including Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, and Zoe Saldana, have expressed interest in reuniting for one last adventure but are also curious about how the film will address the time gap since their last appearance in 2016’s “Star Trek Beyond.”
Conclusion
As anticipation builds for “Star Trek Origin,” fans remain hopeful that this new direction will breathe fresh life into a beloved franchise while honoring its legacy. With production slated to begin in early 2025 and a potential release by 2026, audiences are eager to see how this origin story unfolds and what it means for the future of Star Trek films.
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