Dominic Keating, known for his role as Lt. Malcolm Reed in “Star Trek: Enterprise,” expressed regret that the upcoming “Star Trek: Section 31” movie will not feature his character. He shared his thoughts on the missed chance to delve into Lt. Reed’s backstory with Section 31. Keating also mentioned his belief that Reed was meant to rise to the rank of captain, highlighting a storyline that fans will miss.
The “Section 31” movie, featuring Michelle Yeoh as Emperor Philippa Georgiou, is currently in production in Toronto. It is set to premiere on Paramount+, marking a new chapter for the “Star Trek” franchise.
Dominic Keating and Connor Trinneer, his co-star from “Star Trek: Enterprise,” discussed their characters’ potential futures during a panel at ST-SF: Trek To San Francisco. Keating specifically pointed out the intriguing aspects of Section 31 and Reed’s connection to it. He lamented the fact that the new movie is exploring this storyline without him, despite his character’s clear trajectory towards becoming a captain.
The film is being shot in Toronto and aims to be the first “Star Trek” movie designed for streaming on Paramount+. This represents a significant shift in how “Star Trek” content is delivered to fans.
The cast for “Star Trek: Section 31” includes several new faces alongside Michelle Yeoh. These actors, such as Sam Richardson and Omari Hardwick, will portray new characters who will interact with Emperor Georgiou. The storyline suggests that Georgiou will face the “sins of Section 31’s past,” potentially involving time travel to the origins of the secretive agency.
Despite hopes from fans for appearances by legacy characters connected to Section 31, the movie is taking a different direction. It focuses on new characters and their interactions with Georgiou, leaving little room for cameos from beloved characters like Lt. Malcolm Reed. This decision aligns with Dominic Keating’s comments, indicating that a return for Reed is unlikely.
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