Overview
- Speaking with Variety at Sundance, Pine said he does not know the franchise’s plans and quipped, “You probably know more than I do,” later adding, “Have fun, good luck, live long and prosper.”
- Variety previously reported that Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley are writing, producing and directing a new Star Trek movie that is not a continuation of the J.J. Abrams films and is not expected to include Pine.
- Reporting cited by Deadline describes the project as a completely new spin likely unconnected to current TV or film continuity, with plot specifics still under wraps.
- Paramount has not issued a formal announcement confirming Pine’s exit or detailing casting, continuity choices or storyline.
- Pine is currently at Sundance promoting Carousel, which opened the festival, underscoring his focus on projects outside the Star Trek franchise.