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  • Nighy Takes the Helm, Who-Trek Teases, and Shatner's Gorn

    Nighy Takes the Helm, Who-Trek Teases, and Shatner's Gorn
    Oct 14 2026
    Bill Nighy Replaces Paul Giamatti in Starfleet Academy Season 2Doctor Who-Star Trek Crossover Nearly HappenedBen Stiller Hosts William Shatner for Star Trek's 60th AnniversaryOn Trek Signal, Nora Reed reports on major casting news for *Star Trek: Starfleet Academy*, with Bill Nighy taking over the villain role from Paul Giamatti for season two. Discover how a *Doctor Who* and *Star Trek* crossover nearly became a reality, according to Russell T. Davies. We also look at unique creative inspirations on *Star Trek: Strange New Worlds*, upcoming *Star Trek* games and comics, and celebrate *Star Trek*'s 60th anniversary with Ben Stiller hosting William Shatner at New York Comic Con, plus reflections from Shatner himself on the franchise's legacy and his early career. Plus, a new, formidable villain is teased for *Star Trek: Starfleet Academy*. This episode covers *Star Trek: Strange New Worlds*, *Star Trek: Starfleet Academy*, William Shatner, Ben Stiller, Bill Nighy, Paul Giamatti, Doctor Who, Alex Kurtzman, and Noga Landau.Sources:- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/news/ni66062468/?ref_=ttnw_art_perm- scottishnews.com: https://www.scottishnews.com/articles/paisley-actor-burnistoun-star-trek- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/14/see-the-most-important-person-in-starfleet-trapped-in-a-spooky-mystery-in-star-trek-holo-ween-ii-2-preview/- cultbox.co.uk: https://cultbox.co.uk/news/karen-pirie-renewed-for-a-third-series-by-itv- bleedingcool.com: https://bleedingcool.com/tv/rtd-moffat-tried-to-make-doctor-who-star-trek-crossover-a-reality/- screenrant.com: https://screenrant.com/star-trek-starfleet-academy-bill-nighy-paul-giamatti-replacement/- cardgamebase.com: https://cardgamebase.com/federation-fleet-precon-decklist/- mtgrocks.com: https://mtgrocks.com/mtg-star-trek-teasers/- thenews.com.pk: https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1419895-star-trek-ascendancy-shipment-expected-soon-after-production-delays- icv2.com: https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/63619/step-renaissance-new-unlock-short-adventures-assassins-creed- ctvnews.ca: https://www.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg/article/star-trek-star-joins-winnipeg-symphony-orchestra-for-special-performance/- yahoo.com: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/articles/william-shatner-sees-ben-stiller-151700083.html- parade.com: https://parade.com/news/ben-stiller-brought-a-gorn-head-to-william-shatners-star-trek-panel- youtube.com: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kouPm3Hm7c- classic107.com: https://classic107.com/articles/new-compositions-celebrate-60-years-of-star-trek--beyond-with-beloved-cast-member- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/news/ni66062643/?ref_=ttnw_art_perm- joblo.com: https://www.joblo.com/interview-william-shatner-and-star-trek-legends-reflect-on-the-franchises-sixty-year-mission/amp/- yahoo.com: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/star-trek-icon-didnt-money-080000699.html
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  • Starfleet Academy's Final Frontier Dates Set

    Starfleet Academy's Final Frontier Dates Set
    Oct 13 2026
    Starfleet Academy Season 2 Premieres March 2027 With New Guest StarsDoctor Who/Star Trek Crossover Explored By Davies and MoffatScrapped Star Trek Nemesis Sequel Was "Fantastic" According to Brent SpinerThis week on Trek Signal: Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Season 2 is confirmed for a March 2027 premiere on Paramount+ with guest stars Bill Nighy and Rosemarie DeWitt. We also explore Russell T Davies and Steven Moffat's plans for a Doctor Who and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds crossover that never materialized. Plus, Brent Spiner reveals a "fantastic" but unaffordable sequel concept for Star Trek: Nemesis, William Shatner discusses Star Trek's 60-year legacy ahead of a special event, and news on new comics, collectibles, and Star Trek: Scouts. Featuring insights on the franchise's enduring appeal, Star Trek films, and fan community events.Sources:- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/news/ni66061414/?ref_=ttnw_art_perm- aol.com: https://www.aol.com/articles/star-trek-starfleet-academy-sets-164341000.html- cultbox.co.uk: https://cultbox.co.uk/news/russell-t-davies-and-steven-moffat-plotted-doctor-who-star-trek-crossover- radiotimes.com: https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/star-trek-brent-spiner-on-cancelled-spin-off-series-newsupdate/- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/13/watch-the-star-trek-scouts-have-to-rescue-a-snotty-space-whale/- yahoo.com: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/articles/star-trek-starfleet-academy-sets-164341852.html- 25yearslatersite.com: https://25yearslatersite.com/tv/news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-season-2-sets-march-2027-farewell-with-bill-nighy-as-ake-s-estranged-father/- cbr.com: https://www.cbr.com/paramount-star-trek-reboot-biggest-reset-since-wrath-of-khan/- space.com: https://www.space.com/entertainment/space-movies-shows/we-basically-did-top-gun-in-space-star-trek-starfleet-academy-warps-back-into-action-in-march-2027-for-sophomore-year-in-the-final-frontier- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/fr-ca/news/ni66058861/?ref_=tt_nwr_1- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/13/see-commander-tendi-join-captain-raffis-crew-in-preview-of-star-trek-zero-point-1/- comicsbeat.com: https://www.comicsbeat.com/nycc-26-nacelle-company-star-trek-figure-reveals/- youtube.com: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lm_NsJcfjO4- wthr.com: https://www.wthr.com/video/entertainment/movies/william-shatner-on-star-trek-heavy-metal-and-making-the-most-of-life/531-0f6e9a2b-6ec8-4fe7-88cf-e62642d1457c- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/12/nycc-star-trek-starfleet-academy-cast-and-producers-preview-whats-new-for-their-sophomore-year/- inverse.com: https://www.inverse.com/entertainment/star-trek-william-shatner-new-york-comic-con-interview-60-year-mission- wthr.com: https://www.wthr.com/article/entertainment/william-shatner-talks-star-trek-heavy-metal-making-the-most-of-life-ahead-of-indianapolis-visit/531-36ac4345-d3bc-423b-bb1a-c1c1cab2fc9c- space.com: https://www.space.com/entertainment/star-treks-galileo-shuttle-warps-into-new-york-as-part-of-the-original-series-set-tour
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    4 mins
  • Academy's Final Voyage & Shatner's Gorn Surprise

    Academy's Final Voyage & Shatner's Gorn Surprise
    Oct 12 2026
    Starfleet Academy Final Season Premieres March 2027William Shatner Receives Gorn Head Gift at NYCCStar Trek Nemesis Sequel Rumored to Be in DiscussionNora Reed brings you the latest on Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, announcing its second and final season will premiere on Paramount+ in March 2027 with new guest stars Bill Nighy and Rosemarie DeWitt. Relive the Star Trek 60th anniversary celebration at New York Comic-Con, where Ben Stiller gifted William Shatner a rare Gorn head. Plus, hear reports of discussions for a potential Star Trek: Nemesis sequel, new threats in the IDW Star Trek comic series, and reflections on Star Trek's cinematic legacy from J.J. Abrams. We also remember stuntman James Lew and look back at James Doohan's early genre work.Sources:- ixbt.games: https://ixbt.games/en/news/2026/10/12/zvezdnyi-put-akademiia-zvezdnogo-flota-vernetsia-v-marte-2027-goda-pokazali-mnozestvo-novyx-kadrov.html- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/news/ni66058861/?ref_=ttnw_art_perm- nerdist.com: https://nerdist.com/article/star-trek-starfleet-academy-season-2-premieres-in-march-2027/- geektyrant.com: https://geektyrant.com/news/star-trek-starfleet-academy-season-2-release-date-amp-photos-bill-nighy-amp-rosemarie-dewitt-to-guest-star- yardbarker.com: https://www.yardbarker.com/entertainment/articles/star_trek_starfleet_academy_season_2_premieres_in_march_2027/s1_17316_44419012- imdb.com: https://www.imdb.com/it/news/ni66058861/?ref_=nm_nwr_1- yahoo.com: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/j-j-abrams-had-apologize-114500857.html- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/12/interview-brent-spiner-talks-developing-nemesis-sequel-with-crossovers-from-all-the-star-treks/- aol.com: https://www.aol.com/articles/j-j-abrams-had-apologize-114500000.html- cbr.com: https://www.cbr.com/star-trek-4-new-villains-the-hidden-idw-entertainment/- screenrant.com: https://screenrant.com/star-trek-new-horizons-fan-rpg/- trekmovie.com: https://trekmovie.com/2026/10/12/nycc-star-trek-starfleet-academy-cast-and-producers-preview-whats-new-for-their-sophomore-year/- aol.com: https://www.aol.com/articles/ben-stiller-stuns-william-shatner-171008000.html- youtube.com: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0E4TYcqfKY- slashfilm.com: https://www.slashfilm.com/2281363/star-trek-scotty-james-doohan-60s-sci-fi-movie-fantastic-voyage/- nacionale.com: https://nacionale.com/en/articles/documentary-the-sixty-year-mission-brings-star-trek-legacy-to-a-new-generation- thedailybeast.com: https://www.thedailybeast.com/emmy-winning-star-trek-stuntman-james-lews-cause-of-death-revealed- comingsoon.net: https://www.comingsoon.net/movies/news/2205884-star-trek-anniversary-panel-ben-stiller-william-shatner-surprise
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