STAR TREK: A Michelle Yeoh-Led Spinoff Series Is Officially In Development At CBS All Access

STAR TREK: A Michelle Yeoh-Led Spinoff Series Is Officially In Development At CBS All Access

CBS All Access' slate of Star Trek projects has expanded once again, as the streaming service officially puts the Michelle Yeoh's Star Trek: Discovery spinoff into development. More details past the jump.

By VHernandez - Jan 14, 2019 11:01 AM EST
Filed Under: Star Trek
Source: Deadline
Following Paramount Pictures shelving of Star Trek 4 last week, CBS All Access has officially put a new Star Trek series into development, with Michelle Yeoh in the lead role.

We first heard the Crazy Rich Asian star was in talks to lead a Star Trek: Discovery spinoff late last year, and as that previous report revealed, the series will see Yeoh reprise her role as the mirror universe's Philippa Georgiou and will follow her exploits as a member of Starfleet's Section 31 division.

While the new series is still in the early stages of development, Deadline has heard that "the new Trekverse addition from co-EPs Bo Yeon Kim and Erika Lippoldt is shaping up to be an ensemble."

Along with these details on the series, producer Alex Kurtzman also released a brief statement on the big news, heaping praise on star Michelle Yeoh and showrunners Bo Yeon Kim and Erika Lippoldt.


"Michelle has shattered ceilings, broken boundaries, and astonished us with her grace and gravitas for decades. As a human, I adore her. As an actor, I revere her. Erika and Boey are remarkable, exciting writers who bring a fresh perspective to the world of Star Trek, and we’re all thrilled to explore the next wild chapter in the life of Captain Philippa Georgiou.”  

Meanwhile, Yeoh herself also commented on the announcement, saying "I’m so excited to continue telling these rich ‘Star Trek’ stories. Being a part of this Universe and this character specifically has been such a joy for me to play. I can’t wait to see where it all goes – certainly I believe it will go ‘where no WOMAN has ever gone before!"

The Michelle Yeoh-led Section 31 series is just the latest series to join All Access' slate of Star Trek projects, as the platform is currently developing a Jean-Luc Piccard show and the animated comedy Star Trek: Lower Decks among others potential shows.
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Vigor
Vigor - 1/14/2019, 11:20 AM
Love her. She has so much grace and class
WackyBantha
WackyBantha - 1/14/2019, 10:48 PM
@Vigor -
MrCamw1
MrCamw1 - 1/14/2019, 11:24 AM
So that means theres three differe t Star Trek shows gonna be on air. The current show with Sasha from Walking Dead, The Patrick Stewart one about to return and now this? Thats alot of Trek.
bobevanz
bobevanz - 1/14/2019, 11:30 AM
If only they'd broadcast Discovery on CBS as well as the app. I'd be fine with everything else on the app. They're going to need something to alleviate the wound from Big Bang cancelling, Trek seems a perfect fit for the same time slot. Praise the nerds! Lol
IronGenesis
IronGenesis - 1/14/2019, 11:31 AM
While we don’t know the outcome for Captain Pike and his crew in Discovery Season 2

I would think/hope they do consider a Pike Spinoff. Detailing some of the adventures with Anson Mount and Rebecca Romain
gulducati
gulducati - 1/14/2019, 11:32 AM
She did. This is the mirror universe version of the character who crossed over into the prime universe last season.
L0RDbuckethead
L0RDbuckethead - 1/14/2019, 11:34 AM
I heard about this the other day. Apparently, they are working on this new spin-off and ANOTHER Star Trek TV series as well (not Discovery).

I guess Star Trek 4 really is scrapped

Kyos
Kyos - 1/14/2019, 11:36 AM
Give me a show about the adventures of the real Captain Philippa Georgiou!

Her most Imperial Majesty, Mother of the Fatherland, Overlord of Vulcan, Dominus of Qo'noS, Regina Andor, Philippa Georgiou Augustus Iaponius Centarius may please go the [frick] away...
lawndart
lawndart - 1/14/2019, 12:16 PM
Ok. Make it so.
ImmovableForce
ImmovableForce - 1/14/2019, 1:02 PM
She is pretty awesome. Loved her in Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon and its sequel.
EvilAngel
EvilAngel - 1/14/2019, 4:46 PM
This is the first Star Trek series I will be all in for! Michelle has been in my top five favorite actresses ever since I first saw her with Jackie Chan in Supercop! What an amazing woman! Can't wait to check this out!
CaptainPresley
CaptainPresley - 1/14/2019, 5:19 PM
Wake me when they re-boot Star Trek again.
Floke
Floke - 1/14/2019, 10:14 PM
S1 was pretty good, but by Odins beard I absolutly hate the new Klingon orc look. Rather call them Klorcs...
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