Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Trailer Reveals Captain Holly Hunter Welcoming Cadets

Hey Star Trek fans! Even though we’ve had to say goodbye to a couple of Paramount+ series recently (Picard in 2023, Discovery in 2024), there’s a new one on the horizon that sounds pretty exciting – Starfleet Academy! This was announced at the 2025 San Diego Comic-Con, and we’ve got some juicy details for you.

For starters, the series was first mentioned as being in development back in February 2022. Fast forward to March 2023, and Paramount+ officially picked it up – big news, right?

Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau, the co-showrunners and executive producers, had some thrilling things to say about the show. The trailer released not long ago, crafted the perfect Star Trek vibe, and introduced Holly Hunter as Nahla Ake, the Chancellor of Starfleet Academy and Captain of the U.S.S. Athena. How cool is that?

What’s the show about, you ask? Well, get this – it’s all about a fresh crop of Starfleet cadets finding their way in the galaxy. They’re a diverse bunch, and they’re on a journey to fulfill their dreams of making a difference. With friendships blooming, rivalries sizzling, and even a new nemesis on the scene, things are about to get pretty wild at the Academy.

And here’s the best part – the series has already been renewed! So, get ready to dive into a whole new world of Star Trek goodness with Starfleet Academy. Stay tuned for more updates, and in the meantime, why not catch up on some classic episodes to get yourself in the mood? It’s going to be out of this world!