Summary
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has become one of the most celebrated entries in the long-running franchise, blending nostalgia with fresh storytelling. Paramount+ has now confirmed the series will return for its fifth and final season, set to film in late 2025. This upcoming season gives fans and aspiring actors alike one last chance to join the USS Enterprise crew on their galactic adventures. With casting opportunities expected as production ramps up, this is the perfect time to learn how you can prepare.
About Star Trek: Strange New Worlds
This Paramount+ original serves as a prequel to Star Trek: The Original Series, focusing on Captain Christopher Pike, Science Officer Spock, and Number One before Captain Kirk’s legendary era. Known for its episodic style, the series revisits the classic Trek formula of exploration and moral storytelling while delivering modern visuals and dynamic character arcs.
The show has earned critical acclaim, winning awards such as the Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Television Series, and building a passionate fan base that spans generations. Its final season promises a proper conclusion to what producers call their “five-season mission.”
Cast
The cast of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds features some of television’s most celebrated talent:
- Anson Mount as Captain Christopher Pike
- Rebecca Romijn as Number One
- Ethan Peck as Spock
- Jess Bush as Nurse Christine Chapel
- Christina Chong as La’an Noonien-Singh
- Celia Rose Gooding as Nyota Uhura
- Melissa Navia as Erica Ortegas
- Babs Olusanmokun as Dr. M’Benga
- Martin Quinn as Montgomery Scott
- Carol Kane as Pelia (recurring)
- Paul Wesley as James T. Kirk (guest role)
Production
The series is produced by CBS Studios, Secret Hideout, and Roddenberry Entertainment. Key executive producers include Akiva Goldsman, Henry Alonso Myers, and Alex Kurtzman. Production for the final season begins in late 2025 in Mississauga, Ontario. With a reduced order of six episodes, filming will likely be intense and tightly scheduled, meaning casting teams will prioritize actors who fit roles quickly and effectively.
Outside Information & Franchise Context
The Star Trek universe continues to expand on Paramount+, with related projects like Starfleet Academy, Section 31, and Lower Decks keeping the franchise thriving. This interconnected ecosystem means appearing in Strange New Worlds could open doors to other Trek projects.
Fans first heard about the show’s conclusion during Paramount’s renewal announcement. Producers expressed gratitude for completing their vision.
For actors, this means the showrunners already know how the story will end. Still, guest stars and background actors are needed.
Call to Action
If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping onto the bridge of the USS Enterprise, now is your chance. Casting opportunities for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 5 will emerge as filming approaches in late 2025.
Stay connected with Project Casting for the latest casting calls, audition notices, and behind-the-scenes opportunities in the Star Trek universe and beyond.
