Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4 Includes Puppet Episode with First Look at Pike

Fans of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, get ready for an exciting Season 4 update! Even though Season 3 is currently streaming on Paramount+, we’ve got the scoop on what’s coming next directly from the 2025 San Diego Comic-Con panel. Paramount+ announced a special episode for Season 4, along with releasing a cool photo and video.

Back in April 2024, just as Season 3 was in production, the show was already renewed for Season 4. And there’s even more good news – a fifth season is also on the way! Jeff Grossman, the Executive Vice President of Programming at Paramount+, expressed gratitude for the talented cast and creators of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. He highlighted the perfect mix of action, adventure, and humor that fans love.

David Stapf, President of CBS Studios, praised the series as integral to the Star Trek franchise, expanding the universe while exploring new and exciting frontiers. As for Season 4, we may have to wait a bit for the premiere date, but production has wrapped up. It’s possible we could see it as early as 2026 or maybe in 2027.

Now, let’s talk about the cast. We expect to see familiar faces from Season 3, like Anson Mount (Pike), Rebecca Romijn (Number One), Ethan Peck (Spock), and more. Special guests like Paul Wesley (Kirk) and Carol Kane (Pelia) may also make a return. Plus, the addition of Cillian O’Sullivan as Dr. Roger Korby adds an intriguing element to the mix.

While we don’t know all the details yet, we do have some exciting news. At the 2025 San Diego Comic-Con panel, it was revealed that Season 4 will feature a puppet-themed episode! Get ready to see your favorite U.S.S. Enterprise crew members in puppet form.

So, buckle up for more space adventures and stay tuned for more updates on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 4. Live long and prosper!