Star Trek: Lower Decks has quickly become a beloved addition to the Star Trek franchise, known for its irreverent humor, quirky characters, and loveable underdogs. As fans eagerly await the next installment of this animated series, the burning question on everyone’s mind is, “When can we expect Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 5?”
While the official release date hasn’t been confirmed as of my knowledge cutoff in January 2022, let’s explore what we know about the show’s future and what fans can look forward to when it finally premieres.
When Will Star Trek Lower Decks Season 5 Be Released?
Given the show’s past release schedule, we anticipate Star Trek Lower Decks season 5 to premiere in September 2024.
Lower Decks premiered in August 2020, and we’ve had a new season every year since then, either in August or September. Season 5 was confirmed in March 2023, so we can expect a lot of thinking to have gone into the upcoming season (and we know Mike McMahan has a plan to push Lower Decks to seven seasons or beyond).
The only potential snag is that, while the writing strike has ended, its continued presence until the middle of 2023 may mean that production in the next season has been slower than usual. Lower Decks season 5 could deviate from the regular release timetable and premiere later in the year than the August-September window. But, for the time being, we remain optimistic.
Who Will Be in the Cast of Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 5?
Season 5 of Star Trek Lower Decks will feature a relatively same cast from season 4, with no new recruits and no noteworthy losses. The current Lower Decks season 5 cast list includes:
- Tawny Newsome as Beckett Mariner
- Jack Quaid as Brad Boimler
- Noël Wells as D’Vana Tendi
- Eugene Cordero as Sam Rutherford
- Gabrielle Ruiz as T’Lyn
What Will Happen in Lower Decks Season 5?
With the conclusion of season 4, the plot of Star Trek Lower Decks season 5 will begin from scratch, and you can expect lots more exciting, episodic, Star Trek-y adventures to come.
That said, Tendi’s departure (as shown in the last moments of Season 4) will surely have a significant impact on the show’s Star Trek characters. First and foremost, she will have to re-acclimate to Orion’s life and culture, despite the fact that she is currently there against her will due to a failed agreement to save Mariner. We’ll undoubtedly be watching her devise a method to rejoin Starfleet.
Meanwhile, Rutherford and T’Lyn will be particularly affected by her absence, given their close bond with her. T’Lyn, as a fellow scientific officer, will most certainly take over Tendi’s responsibilities, but how the crew reacts to her death will be intriguing to see.
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Aside from Tendi, Season 5 may feature another overarching plot and mystery, similar to Season 4. McMahan may also go back to fundamentals and continue to deliver a new, original story every week while focusing on character development. It’ll be entertaining anyway.
Is there a trailer for Season 5 of Lower Decks?
We haven’t gotten there yet, but we’re just as excited as you are. For now, you can watch the trailer for season 4 below:
Conclusion
While we eagerly await the official announcement of the release date for Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 5, fans of the show can rest assured that more animated adventures in the Star Trek universe are on the horizon. With a track record of blending humor, nostalgia, and sci-fi exploration, Season 5 is sure to be another exciting addition to the Star Trek franchise. In the meantime, keep an eye on Paramount+ and the show’s official channels for updates, and prepare for another hilarious journey through the lower decks of the Starfleet hierarchy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will There Be a Fifth Season of Star Trek: Lower Decks?
Yes! Season 5 of Star Trek: Lower Decks will premiere in March 2023 (via Collider). Because it happened before any episodes from Season 4 had aired, the decision was a tremendous statement of confidence from Paramount Plus.
How Many Episodes Will There Be in Star Trek Lower Decks Season 5?
Lower Decks season 5 will, assuming no significant surprises, consist of ten episodes, as have the previous four seasons.
Where can I Watch Season 5 of Star Trek Lower Decks?
Lower Decks season 5 will premiere exclusively on Paramount Plus, following the previous seasons’ weekly release schedule.
