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‘Star Trek: Starfleet Academy’ Debuts on Paramount+ With Two-Episode Premiere

Early reviews highlight a youthful reorientation of the franchise with standout performances and nods to legacy lore.

Overview

  • The series launches today with two episodes and will roll out weekly on Thursdays through a 10-episode season ending in March.
  • Set in the 32nd century after the Burn, the show connects directly to Discovery’s timeline while centering a new class of cadets.
  • Holly Hunter leads as Chancellor Nahla Ake opposite Paul Giamatti’s antagonist Nus Braka, alongside newcomers led by Sandro Rosta.
  • Franchise veterans return, including Robert Picardo as the Doctor, Tig Notaro as Jett Reno, and Oded Fehr as Admiral Vance.
  • Critics report generally favorable reactions, noting a YA tone and some CGI and pacing hiccups, and season two is already in production.