Emily Zemler
Updated on: October 9, 2024 1:41 pm GMT
Star Trek: Lower Decks Returns for Final Season with New Adventures
In an exciting announcement from Paramount+, the beloved animated series *Star Trek: Lower Decks* is set to return for its fifth and final season on Thursday, October 24, 2024. The premiere will feature two episodes aired simultaneously, followed by weekly releases of the remaining episodes leading up to the grand finale on December 19, 2024. This season promises to deliver a mix of humor, adventure, and the familiar chaos that fans have come to love.
A Brief Look at Season 5
This upcoming season centers around the crew of the U.S.S. Cerritos, who are tasked with a peculiar mission: closing “space potholes,” which are subspace rifts wreaking havoc in the Alpha Quadrant. While pothole duty might seem straightforward, the junior officers—Mariner, Boimler, Tendi, and Rutherford—must also navigate a host of challenges, including an Orion war, contentious Klingons, diplomatic blunders, and murder mysteries, all while grappling with their career aspirations.
Familiar Voices and Characters
*Star Trek: Lower Decks* features an ensemble cast, including the voices of Tawny Newsome as Mariner, Jack Quaid as Boimler, Noël Wells as Tendi, and Eugene Cordero as Rutherford. The bridge crew includes Dawnn Lewis, Jerry O’Connell, Fred Tatasciore, and Gillian Vigman, contributing to the comedic spirit and dynamic interactions aboard the Cerritos.
This season celebrates the underdog crew, who find themselves on the brink of promotions that could take them out of the infamous “lower decks” and into uncharted Starfleet roles.
Exclusive Clip and Art Unveiling
In tandem with the announcement of the premiere date, Paramount+ released an exclusive clip from the new season as part of the Star Trek Day celebrations. The clip provides insights into Tendi’s unexpected return to her piratical roots. After choosing to stay with her family on Orion at the end of the previous season, Tendi has embraced her old persona as the “Mistress of the Winter Constellations.” However, her adventures come with their own complications, as she finds herself entangled in an upcoming war on Orion, attracting the attention of the *Enterprise* and her former comrades aboard the Cerritos.
Along with the clip, Paramount+ has also unveiled the official key art for the season, featuring a striking design that pays homage to classic *Star Trek* movie posters.
Official key art for *Star Trek: Lower Decks* Season 5, continuing the series’ tradition of homaging classic *Star Trek* movie posters.
Celebrating Star Trek Day
September 8 marked the 68th anniversary of the *Star Trek* franchise, and in celebration, Paramount+ made nearly every *Star Trek* pilot episode free to watch until September 13. This promotion includes the pilot episodes from the original series all the way through to *Star Trek: Strange New Worlds*.
The generosity doesn’t stop there; a selection of *Short Treks* episodes is also available for free during this promotional week, allowing fans both new and old to experience the rich history and expansive universe of *Star Trek*.
Streaming Availability and Franchise Highlights
*Star Trek: Lower Decks* streams exclusively on Paramount+ in the United States and is available to viewers internationally through various platforms, including Bell Media’s CTV Sci-Fi Channel in Canada and Paramount+ across Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
The franchise continues to grow, with shows like *Star Trek: Strange New Worlds* and the upcoming series *Starfleet Academy* currently in production. Fans can also look forward to *Star Trek: Section 31*, an original movie featuring Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh.
Additionally, Paramount+ hosts all seasons of *Star Trek: Discovery*, starring Sonequa Martin-Green, and the acclaimed series *Star Trek: Picard*, with Patrick Stewart reprising his iconic role. These offerings ensure that the *Star Trek* legacy continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
As *Star Trek: Lower Decks* gets ready for its last season, fans are excited for a fun mix of silly adventures and touching moments with the crew of the U.S.S. Cerritos. Don’t miss the first episode on October 24 and join in on this final adventure with them!
