tech
January 16, 2026
Star Trek: Starfleet Academy tries something different, and I don’t hate it
An interesting new take on Trek includes some characters you already know.
TL;DR
- *Star Trek: Starfleet Academy* has premiered on Paramount+.
- The series is set in the late 32nd century, 120 years after 'the burn' ended warp travel.
- The Federation is rebuilding and has reopened Starfleet Academy.
- The story follows young cadets, including Caleb Mir, who was separated from his mother by Starfleet.
- Key characters include Captain Nahla Ake, Admiral Vance, pirate Nus Braka, Jett Reno, and The Doctor.
- The show features a more modern aesthetic and character interactions compared to earlier Trek series.
- Plot elements include young adult drama, rebuilding the Federation, and galactic exploration.