Star Trek: Starfleet Academy (2026)

Starfleet's youngest cadets face a mysterious threat — but the real mystery is why Paramount keeps making Trek shows that alienate Trek fans.

Crowd Score: 4.2/10

Director: Alex Kurtzman
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
Rated: TV-PG
Duration: N/A

Who Is It For?

Young adults who enjoy CW-style ensemble dramas with a sci-fi skin will find something to like here. Newcomers with zero Star Trek baggage might enjoy the spectacle and diverse cast without the burden of franchise expectations. Becky Lynch fans and those curious about Paul Giamatti chewing scenery as a space villain have specific reasons to tune in.

Vibe Match

Riverdale meets Star Trek: Discovery — CW teen drama in a Starfleet uniform

What People Are Saying

I wonder if they'd consider making a Star Trek show instead.
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Big Trek fan. Did not like it. Too much cringe humor and kung fu. Typical NuTrek. Don't know why they spend so much money when all I want is cardboard
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This isn't Star Trek anymore.
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I have nothing to say about the show but it's so obvious how Paramount is astroturfing every online forum discussing this.
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I wonder if they'd consider making a Star Trek show instead.
— r/television