Michelle Yeoh discusses her role in Star Trek movie failure

Michelle Yeoh is speaking out about the Section 31 movie and sharing her thoughts on what went wrong with the film. In the past, fans often pointed to Star Trek V: The Final Frontier as the worst Star Trek movie ever. However, in 2025, Section 31 took the crown with its lackluster performance.

Originally planned as a TV show focused on the black-ops division of Starfleet, Section 31 was eventually condensed into a TV movie on Paramount+. The highlight was Michelle Yeoh’s return as Philippa Georgiou, a character beloved by fans. Despite her character’s popularity, the movie failed to impress audiences.

After the movie’s release in early 2025, it received poor reviews and a low Rotten Tomatoes score of 22%. Many fans criticized the rushed plot and weak character development. Michelle Yeoh recently shared her feelings on the film, acknowledging that while there were aspects that could have been improved, she appreciated the efforts of the director and the team. Yeoh emphasized the challenge of balancing the tone of Section 31 with the established Star Trek universe.

While Yeoh’s performance was praised, the overall execution of Section 31 fell short. The movie struggled to deliver on its promise of exploring the darker side of the Star Trek universe. Despite this setback, Yeoh remains positive and focused on continuous improvement in her craft. The film’s shortcomings highlight the missed opportunity to showcase Yeoh’s talent in a more compelling way.