In an article centered on Viacom and its CEO, Philippe Dauman, it was confirmed that J.J. Abrams will direct Star Trek XI.
The report is short and sweet:
And he noted the studio is bringing back “Star Trek” in 2008 or 2009. “We’re revitalizing it in a new and interesting way,” he said.
J.J. Abrams, who recently inked a film deal with Par, is set to direct.