Simon Kinberg is in talks to produce a 'Star Trek' prequel. The 50-year-old filmmaker could board the movie that is already in active development in a role that may see him taking creative responsibilities on other film projects in the famous sci-fi franchise. Simon would join a prequel that has Toby Haynes attached to direct and Seth Grahame-Smith writing the script.
It is said that the picture will take place several decades prior to the events of J.J. Abrams' trilogy that started back in 2009 and it will involve the creation of the Starfleet and humanity's first contact with alien life.
Journalism for the curious Australian across politics, business, culture and opinion. Abrams is still involved on the film as a producer and Paramount Pictures are hoping to release the project in 2025. No 'Star Trek' movie has been released since 'Star Trek Beyond' back in 2016 and Chris Pine – who played Captain James T.
Kirk – admits that he is none the wiser about the project after being surprised to hear that 'The Flight Attendant' creator Steve Yockey had been tapped to write the screenplay. Chris told Business Insider: "I honestly don't know. "There was something in the news of a new writer coming on board.
I thought there was already a script, but I guess I was wrong, or they decided to pivot. As it's always been with 'Trek', I just wait and see." The fourth 'Star Trek' film has been on hold for several years but Roddenberry Entertainment boss Trevor Roth promised recently that .
