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Andy Weir apologized to Star Trek showrunner Alex Kurtzman after saying on a podcast that many Trek series are "shit." He said his comments were taken out of context and meant to be funny, and he praised Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks. Weir also revealed he had pitched a Star Trek show and offered to discuss the matter further, calling Kurtzman a nice person in the process.
Andy Weir apologized for remarks calling most of the new Star Trek shows 'shit,' saying the quotes were taken out of context; he revealed Paramount rejected his Trek pitch and noted he does like some Trek series, including Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks, while other entries he found less appealing; following the backlash, he offered to speak with Alex Kurtzman privately and said he plans to return to writing novels.
Project Hail Mary author Andy Weir apologized to Star Trek producer Alex Kurtzman after telling the Critical Drinking podcast that most of the newer Trek series are “shit.” He said his comments were meant as humor, revealed he’d pitched a Star Trek show and spoke with Kurtzman in a Zoom call; he praised Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks but criticized the rest. Kurtzman publicly accepted the apology in a Facebook post, and Weir noted his bluntness is part of his persona and that he’ll soon return to writing novels.
Andy Weir shared mixed thoughts on modern Star Trek on the Critical Drinker podcast, praising Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks while signaling dislike for most other entries; he also recalled pitching a Trek show to Paramount, criticized showrunner Alex Kurtzman (describing some of the new Trek as weak), and attributed Project Hail Mary’s success to studio trust in its creatives.
Andy Weir, author of Project Hail Mary, apologized to Star Trek showrunner Alex Kurtzman after a viral clip in which he criticized Paramount+ Trek shows as “shit.” In an open letter, Weir said his remarks were intended as humor and were taken out of context, emphasized that Kurtzman is a nice person, and said he does like Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks. He also revealed he once pitched a Trek show that was rejected and offered to discuss the matter further, while Don Winslow urged him to apologize.
Author Andy Weir apologized publicly to Star Trek executive Alex Kurtzman after remarks on the Critical Drinker podcast criticizing Star Trek shows and stating his pitch to Paramount was rejected; he called the comments disrespectful, said they were taken out of context, and offered to discuss the matter in real time, stressing he respects Kurtzman.
Andy Weir says Paramount rejected his Star Trek pitch and, on the Critical Drinker podcast, blasted today’s Star Trek while noting his appreciation for Strange New Worlds. He recalls pitching the idea in a Zoom session with Trek showrunners and Alex Kurtzman, and makes clear he dislikes the franchise’s current emphasis on social commentary. The remarks come amid the ongoing success of his novel Project Hail Mary and a broader discussion of Trek’s direction.
Crime novelist Don Winslow criticized Andy Weir after Weir claimed to have pitched a Star Trek show to Paramount and said some current Trek series are weak; Winslow responded on social media defending writers and praising Alex Kurtzman as a visionary. The piece notes Weir’s comments come as Paramount’s Trek expansion continues, with Starfleet Academy ending after its second season and Strange New Worlds wrapping, and Deadline seeking comment from involved parties.
Paramount+ and CBS Studios announced Star Trek: Starfleet Academy will end after Season 2. Star of the show Karim Diane celebrated the news, posting that Season 2 is 'GAY AF' and praising his groundbreaking role as Jay-Den Kraag, Star Trek's first openly gay Klingon. Reactions were mixed—some fans praised the representation, others criticized the portrayal. Season 2 has finished filming, but a release date has not been announced, and Diane plans to share more behind-the-scenes content.
Andy Weir, author of Project Hail Mary, revealed on a podcast that Paramount rejected his Star Trek pitch and he criticized contemporary Star Trek as lacking, noting he participated in a Zoom with showrunners and that Starfleet Academy is ending; Paramount+ Trek projects are currently paused, and comments from Paramount were sought as Kurtzman’s future with the franchise looms.
Bestselling author Andy Weir says Paramount rejected his Star Trek pitch and he criticized contemporary Trek shows on the Critical Drinker podcast; he also recounted pitching a Trek series that Paramount declined and commented on Starfleet Academy's cancellation, while noting his mixed feelings about the current Trek lineup and praising some entries like Strange New Worlds.
Paramount+ has canceled Star Trek: Starfleet Academy after a two-season run; Season 2 was completed in post-production and is expected to air next year, but no further installments will be produced. The youth-skewed series polarized fans and drew mixed responses online, while other Trek projects like Strange New Worlds will continue (S4 and an already-filmed S5 planned for 2027). The studio has also teased a broader franchise reboot/overhaul under new leadership, and CBS Studios/Paramount+ praised the cast and crew in announcing the news.
Paramount+ will end Star Trek: Starfleet Academy after its second season; despite positive reviews for season 1, the 10-episode series failed to crack Nielsen’s Top 10 streaming charts, and Paramount appears to be prioritizing movies over TV following the Skydance merger, though other Trek projects such as Year One and a live-action Trek comedy are reportedly in development.
Paramount+: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy will conclude with its second season, which has wrapped production, and the studio released an official statement along with a showrunner letter indicating the finale will close the story with a cliffhanger. There is no Season 3 or current Trek TV in production, while Kurtzman’s Trek role and the franchise plan are in flux amid corporate changes; Paramount reiterates its commitment to Star Trek and is pursuing multiple film projects (including one from Goldstein and Daley). Season 2 is expected to premiere in 2027.
Deadline confirms Star Trek: Starfleet Academy will end after its second season on Paramount+; Season 2 has wrapped production and a premiere date is to be announced, with the series produced by CBS Studios, Kurtzman’s Secret Hideout, and Roddenberry Entertainment and featuring a cast including Holly Hunter; Season 1 was well-received (87% on Rotten Tomatoes) though it did not top Nielsen's streaming charts.