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Trek Signal

Trek Signal

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A friendly, fan-focused update on the latest Star Trek news — new productions, casting, and developments across the franchise.Copyright Clockwork Media Politics & Government
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  • Forest Through the Stars

    Forest Through the Stars
    Oct 17 2026
    Michael Forest, Star Trek's Apollo, Dies At 97James McAvoy Pitched Jean-Luc Picard 'Stargazer' SeriesMagic: The Gathering Star Trek Set Faces Widespread DelaysNora Reed reports on the passing of Michael Forest, the actor beloved for his role as Apollo in the original Star Trek. We also delve into James McAvoy's pitch for a standalone Star Trek series focused on a young Jean-Luc Picard and the USS Stargazer. Plus, news on product delays for the upcoming Magic: The Gathering Star Trek crossover set, and a look at William Shatner's new heavy-metal album. Featuring Michael Forest, James McAvoy, Star Trek: The Original Series, USS Stargazer, Magic: The Gathering, and William Shatner.Sources:- comicbookmovie.com: https://comicbookmovie.com/sci_fi/star-trek/star-trek-prequel-nearly-happened-with-james-mcavoy-as-a-young-picard-hiding-a-career-long-secret-a230477- cosmicbook.news: https://cosmicbook.news/mouthwashing-movie- giantfreakinrobot.com: https://www.giantfreakinrobot.com/ent/scifi/harrison-ford-fugitive-star-trek-prodigy.html- sffgazette.com: https://sffgazette.com/sci_fi/star-trek/james-mcavoy-reveals-the-young-picard-star-trek-series-that-nearly-happened-a11584- bleedingcool.com: https://bleedingcool.com/tv/star-trek-james-mcavoy-pitched-young-picard-series-set-on-stargazer/- cardgamebase.com: https://cardgamebase.com/klingon-fury-precon-decklist-spoilers/- thegamer.com: https://www.thegamer.com/magic-the-gathering-star-trek-set-faces-global-delays/- mirror.co.uk: https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/michael-forest-dead-star-trek-37783617- totalprosports.com: https://www.totalprosports.com/general/star-trek-actor-tragically-died/- newsbytesapp.com: https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/forest-dies-at-97-known-as-apollo-from-star-trek/tldr- pagesix.com: https://pagesix.com/2026/10/17/celebrity-news/actor-michael-forest-who-played-apollo-in-star-trek-dead-at-97/- foxnews.com: https://www.foxnews.com/video/6406947571112- aol.com: https://www.aol.com/articles/star-trek-star-dies-97-170000000.html- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/fr/news/ni66067615/?ref_=nm_nwr_1- the-express.com: https://www.the-express.com/entertainment/celebrity-news/218101/star-trek-michael-forest-dead- the-sun.com: https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/17164126/michael-forest-star-trek-actor-dies/- aol.co.uk: https://www.aol.co.uk/articles/michael-forest-dead-star-trek-154300000.html- yahoo.com: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/articles/star-trek-icon-michael-forest-173252623.html- hellomagazine.com: https://www.hellomagazine.com/us/929690/star-trek-legend-michael-forest-dies-aged-97/- screenrant.com: https://screenrant.com/star-trek-caitian-awesome-power/- couriermail.com.au: https://www.couriermail.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/star-trek-actor-michael-forest-dead-at-97-great-sadness/news-story/411d8457393e571e63df6a3286e8079c- facebook.com: https://www.facebook.com/deadline/posts/michael-forest-a-character-actor-who-appeared-in-roger-corman-movies-and-played/1464852762181726/- hollywoodreporter.com: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/michael-forest-dead-roger-corman-star-trek-dick-van-dyke-1236733987/
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  • McAvoy's Mutiny: A Picard Pitch Unveiled

    McAvoy's Mutiny: A Picard Pitch Unveiled
    Oct 16 2026
    James McAvoy Pitched Young Picard Star Trek Series
    Star Trek Survival-Horror Game 'Shadow Frontier' Announced
    Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek Set Faces Release Delays

    Nora Reed reports on James McAvoy's pitch for a young Jean-Luc Picard Star Trek series, titled "Mutiny on the Stargazer." We also have details on the new Star Trek: Shadow Frontier survival-horror game featuring Michelle Forbes as Ro Laren. Plus, a look at release delays for the Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek set and the passing of actor Michael Forest. Plus, reflections on Star Trek's 60th anniversary with Brent Spiner and Robert Picardo.

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    - denofgeek.com: https://www.denofgeek.com/culture/nycc-2026-recap-marvel-tv-star-trek-blade-runner/
    - nerdist.com: https://nerdist.com/article/james-mcavoy-once-pitched-young-picard-star-trek-series/
    - tbreak.com: https://tbreak.com/james-mcavoy-young-picard-star-trek-pitch/
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    - winteriscoming.net: https://winteriscoming.net/james-mcavoy-confirms-officially-pitched-star-trek-series-paramount-captain-picard
    - comicbasics.com: https://www.comicbasics.com/terry-matalas-reveals-he-gifted-kevin-feige-one-of-worfs-swords-from-star-trek-picard/
    - articles.starcitygames.com: https://articles.starcitygames.com/magic-the-gathering/delays-expected-to-impact-select-magic-the-gathering-star-trek-products/
    - mtgrocks.com: https://mtgrocks.com/mtg-star-trek-commander-delays/
    - articles.starcitygames.com: https://articles.starcitygames.com/magic-the-gathering/full-preview-schedule-for-magic-the-gathering-star-trek-revealed/
    - magic.wizards.com: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/star-trek-product-delays-in-select-regions
    - magic.wizards.com: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/where-to-find-star-trek-previews
    - getyourcomicon.co.uk: https://getyourcomicon.co.uk/blog/2026/10/16/godzilla-vs-everything-set-to-unleash-first-ever-kai-sei-era-comic-book-event/
    - themovieblog.com: https://www.themovieblog.com/2026/10/star-trek-shadow-frontier-announced-as-new-survival-horror-game/
    - hollywoodreporter.com: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/michael-forest-dead-roger-corman-star-trek-dick-van-dyke-1236733987/
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    - trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/16/interview-nana-visitor-on-kiras-spiritual-legacy-and-hopes-for-the-future-of-star-trek/
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  • New Frontier: Kelvin-Verse Ends, New Films Loom

    New Frontier: Kelvin-Verse Ends, New Films Loom
    Oct 15 2026
    Kelvin-Verse Ending, New Star Trek Films to Chart Fresh CourseStar Trek: Deep Space Nine Set for 2027 ReturnMagic: The Gathering | Star Trek Set Teases New MechanicsThis week on Trek Signal, we report on the official end of the Star Trek 'Kelvin-verse' timeline, with new films set to explore entirely new stories and characters. Get the latest on the upcoming Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek card set teasers, featuring new mechanics and creature types. Plus, we cover the announcement of a new Star Trek: Deep Space Nine release in 2027, the debut of the Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown game, a new comic spotlighting Hemmer from Strange New Worlds, John de Lancie's symphony collaboration, and Denise Crosby's interest in revisiting Tasha Yar's story. Stay updated on Star Trek movies, games, comics, and more from the official Star Trek franchise.Sources:- cinemablend.com: https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/star-trek-documentary-watch-three-other-projects-inspired-original-series-lieutenant-forbidden-planet-master-world- winnipegfreepress.com: https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/2026/10/15/star-trek-star-helps-bring-music-of-franchise-to-wso- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/15/terry-matalas-talks-patrick-stewarts-star-trek-legacy-role-and-picard-season-2s-biggest-fail/- bleedingcool.com: https://bleedingcool.com/tv/doctor-who-star-trek-south-park-mister-miracle-bctv-daily-dispatch/- aol.com: https://www.aol.com/articles/officially-end-era-star-trek-212712000.html- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/pt/news/ni66063598/?ref_=tt_nwr_2- cultbox.co.uk: https://cultbox.co.uk/news/baywatch-returns-next-year-watch-the-trailer-now- polygon.com: https://www.polygon.com/star-trek-movie-reboot-abandoning-kelvin-timeline/- articles.starcitygames.com: https://articles.starcitygames.com/magic-the-gathering/mtg-head-designer-shares-teaser-for-magic-the-gathering-star-trek/- techraptor.net: https://techraptor.net/tabletop/news/magic-gathering-star-trek-teaser-shared- cbr.com: https://www.cbr.com/star-trek-deviations-evermore-dr-joseph-mbenga-redemption/- draftsim.com: https://draftsim.com/mtg-maro-star-trek-teaser/- opencritic.com: https://opencritic.com/news/37772/star-trek-voyager-across-the-unknown-officially-brings-back-seven-of-nine- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/15/creations-philadelphia-star-trek-con-almost-sold-out-celebration-of-tngs-40th-set-for-orlando-in-march/- ctvnews.ca: https://www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/article/star-trek-star-joins-winnipeg-symphony-orchestra-for-special-performance/- scotlandonsunday.scotsman.com: http://scotlandonsunday.scotsman.com/whats-on/comic-con-scotland-2026-edinburgh-biggest-stars-picture-autograph-prices-9289599- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/news/ni66064372/?ref_=ttnw_art_perm- inverse.com: https://www.inverse.com/entertainment/denise-crosby-interview-star-trek-tasha-yar-canon- winnipegfreepress.com: https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/entertainment/2026/10/15/the-canadian-press-celebrates-75th-anniversary-of-its-french-services
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