It has been seven years since audiences last saw Captain James T. Kirk and Commander Spock in Star Trek: Beyond. Since then, audiences have been wondering about the status of Star Trek 4, especially after the film was confirmed to be in development and was later delayed indefinitely from its December 2023 release date.
Here’s all the Star Trek 4 release date information we know so far and all the details on when it is coming out.
Is there a Star Trek 4 release date?
Star Trek 4 does not have a release date at the time of writing. However, the project is still in active development, according to J.J Abrams.
The lack of a release date is due to the crew and producers of the film looking for a new director to helm the project after Matt Shakman, who was supposed to direct Star Trek 4, left the film on August 26, 2022, prior to the scheduled commencement of the shoot for Star Trek 4 at the end of 2022, likely because Marvel Studios tapped him to direct their upcoming Fantastic Four MCU reboot.
At the time of writing, the official cast for Star Trek 4 is unknown. However, fans can expect Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldana, Karl Urban, Simon Pegg, and John Cho to reprise their roles from previous Star Trek films. Sofia Boutella could also appear in the film and reprise her role of Jaylah from Star Trek Beyond, as she has expressed interest in doing so.
Where is Star Trek 4 coming out?
Star Trek 4 isn’t confirmed to release in theaters anytime soon.
As for what the plot of Star Trek 4 could be, it is unknown. However, the film could continue on from plot points established at the end of Star Trek Beyond, such as Captain Kirk and the rest of the crew of the USS Enterprise going on a new mission following the construction of their new ship, Jaylah honing her skills at Starfleet Academy, and Commander Spock working to develop his relationship with Nyota Uhura after the two reconciled at the end of Star Trek Beyond.
