Sir Patrick Stewart is reprising one of his most iconic roles. The actor will reprise his Next Generation role as Jean-Luc Picard more than two decades after the syndicated favorite wrapped its run.
The series is being described as an exploration of the next chapter of Picard’s life. Additional details about the new series, including its title, episode count or a premiere date, are being kept under wraps. The creative team for the newest Star Trek series includes Alex Kurtzman, who serves as showrunner on CBS All Access’ Discovery and whose recent overall deal with CBS Television Studios included orders to expand the global franchise.
Star Trek: The Next Generation ran for seven seasons and more than 170 episodes, earning 19 Emmys and a Peabody Award. Stewart would go on to star in a number of Star Trek features.
