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At the beginning of "Star Trek: Discovery," the character of Saru (Doug Jones) was a fearful figure. Saru is a Kelpien, a species that had, for many centuries, been raised as a food source for another, hungrier species. Kelpiens had evolved to think like prey, knowing that they would be, at any moment, hunted and processed into meat nuggets. Kelpiens accepted their fate because of a strange quirk of their biology; when Kelpiens reached a certain age, a series of behind-the-ears ganglia began to change color. This indicated that they were about to become feral, turning from gentle farm animals into vicious killers. To prevent this, Saru planned on committing ritual suicide.

It turned out, however, that Kelpien transformation was mere propaganda. When Saru reached maturity, his ganglia fell off, and he was suddenly more confident and open. He went from being fearful all the time to being frank, friendly,...

Star Trek: Discovery showed the opposite of J.J. Abrams' destruction of both Vulcan and Romulus in Star Trek (2009). In Star Trek's 2009 reboot, Vulcan is destroyed by Romulan time traveler Nero (Eric Bana), whose home planet of Romulus was annihilated when its star went supernova in 2387. Nero mistakenly blames Ambassador Spock (Leonard Nimoy) for the loss of Romulus, so Nero goes back in time to make a younger Spock (Zachary Quinto) witness the destruction of Spock's own home planet Vulcan. Star Trek (2009) shows Romulus' destruction in Star Trek's Prime Timeline and makes a major plot point of Nero's red matter attack blowing up Vulcan in J.J. Abrams' alternate Kelvin Timeline.

Star Trek on Paramount+ series incorporate J.J. Abrams' invention of the Romulan supernova in the Prime Timeline. When Star Trek was released in 2009, Nero's point of origin in 2387 was past the "present" point of the Star Trek timeline: Star Trek: Nemesis,...

Doug Jones brought the beloved character Saru to life for all five seasons of Star Trek: Discovery. In season 5, Saru became a Federation Ambassador and played a key role in saving the galaxy. Star Trek: Discovery's hope-filled legacy of bringing conflicting species together in peace resonates with audiences.

Doug Jones starred as Saru for all five seasons of Star Trek: Discovery. On August 27, Star Trek: Discovery - The Final Season and Star Trek: Discovery - The Complete Series are available on DVD and Blu-ray.

Portraying the first Kelpien in Starfleet and getting to create a brand new Star Trek alien race, Doug Jones turned Saru into one of Star Trek: Discovery's most beloved characters. In Star Trek: Discovery season 5, Saru became a Federation Ambassador and played a key role in saving the galaxy once more. Saru also married his Vulcan love, President T'Rina (Tara Rosling) at the end...

Star Trek celebrates strong female characters in leadership roles, reflecting a vision of equality in a futuristic utopia. Iconic women like Lt. Uhura and Captain Burnham have paved the way for diversity and inclusivity in the Star Trek universe. From powerful captains to clever doctors and empathetic counselors, the women of Star Trek bring compassion, intelligence, and strength.

Star Trek has introduced an incredible cast of truly amazing women throughout its nearly 60-year history. In the utopian future of Star Trek, women can climb the ranks of Starfleet to achieve the same positions of authority as their male counterparts. While this ideal was somewhat hindered by the landscape of the 1960s, modern Star Trek fully embraces Gene Roddenberry's vision of a peaceful future where all kinds are welcome. From Lt. Uhura (Nichelle Nichols) on Star Trek: The Original Series to Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) on Star Trek: Discovery,...

David Ajala shared his emotional experience filming the heartfelt scene in Star Trek: Discovery's series finale epilogue. The future-set coda showcases the love between Michael Burnham, Cleveland Booker, and their son, Leto. The scene highlights the importance of courage, passing down values through generations in the Star Trek franchise.

David Ajala describes the experience of filming Star Trek: Discovery's series finale epilogue, and the "courage" of Cleveland Booker and Admiral Michael Burnham's (Sonequa Martin-Green) family. Months after Paramount+ announced Star Trek: Discovery season 5 would be the final season, the cast and crew reassembled in Toronto to film a coda for the entire series. Flashing forward 30 years into the future, Discovery reveals Michael Burnham and Cleveland Booker are happily married with an adult son named Leto (Sawandi Wilson).

David Ajala spoke exclusively to Screen Rant at McM Comic Con in London where he was asked about going back to...

Star Trek: Discovery's ending reveals Leto Burnham-Booker as a young Starfleet Captain, comparable to Captain James T. Kirk's early career success. Leto follows in the footsteps of his mother, Captain and, later, Admiral Michael Burnham. Leto made Captain younger than Michael Burnham did, but Chris Pine's Kirk in Star Trek (2009) did it faster.

One detail from Star Trek: Discovery's ending makes Captain Leto Burnham-Booker (Sawandi Wilson), the son of Admiral Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green), like Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner) in Star Trek: The Original Series. Written by Kyle Jarrow and Michelle Paradise, and directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi, Star Trek: Discovery's emotional coda warped the saga to the 33rd century, showing how Michael Burnham and Cleveland Booker (David Ajala) lived a happy life together. One big surprise is they have a fully grown son, Leto, who just became a Starfleet Captain.

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Star Trek: Discovery missed an opportunity by only showing glimpses of Saru and T'Rina's wedding in the series finale. The wedding could have highlighted the show's focus on character growth and relationships, particularly Saru and Burnham's friendship. Despite constraints, a full episode dedicated to the wedding could have been a satisfying and celebratory ending to the series.

It would have been a great idea for Star Trek: Discovery to spend more time at the wedding of Ambassador Saru (Doug Jones) and President T'Rina (Tara Rosling), and I wish a whole episode was devoted to their nuptials. The glimpses of Saru and T'Rina's promised nuptials in Star Trek: Discovery's series finale, "Life, Itself", were far too brief, with no time devoted to the ceremony itself. It's an unusual choice, given that Star Trek: Discovery season 5 built up the first Vulcan-Kelpien wedding as an important event with political ramifications for the...

Sawandi Wilson played Leto, Burnham's son in the Star Trek Discovery finale, continuing the family legacy in Starfleet. Leto is the only Captain's child to become a Captain himself, a first in the Star Trek universe. Star Trek Discovery season 5 ended with Burnham as a four-star Admiral, celebrating family and new beginnings on the USS Discovery.

Star Trek: Discovery jumped even further into Star Trek's future in its series finale, offering a glimpse into the life of Admiral Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green), Cleveland Booker (David Ajala), and their son. At the end of Discovery season 2, Captain Burnham and the USS Discovery traveled to the 32nd century, where they began helping the Federation rebuild. After the devastation caused by the Burn, the Federation and Starfleet suffered heavy losses, but they were eventually able to bounce back, even reopening Starfleet Academy. Burnham and her crew brought new hope to the 32nd century,...

Star Trek: Discovery's series finale sets up a new spin-off at Starfleet Academy, and Tilly wants to start a mentorship program. Characters like Dr. Culber, Commander Nhan, and Cleveland Booker could serve as mentors for future cadets. Captain Burnham's past experiences and passion for Starfleet make her a great potential mentor for young cadets.

In Star Trek: Discovery's series finale, Lt. Sylvia Tilly (Mary Wiseman) had the idea to start a mentorship program at Starfleet Academy, and several Discovery characters would make great mentors. With the end of Star Trek: Discovery season 5, the adventures of Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) and the USS Discovery concluded. But that doesn't mean Star Trek is finished with Discovery's 32nd-century setting. The upcoming Discovery spin-off, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, will take place in this far future, following a class of young cadets adapting to life in the Federation after the Burn.

Warning: Spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery's Series Finale, "Life, Itself"

Captain Burnham and Booker finally get the happy ending they deserve in Star Trek: Discovery's series finale. Burnham and Book's love story brings a refreshing change to the usual tragic fates of Star Trek characters. Star Trek: Discovery breaks tradition by allowing Burnham and Book to have a long, happy life together with their son.

Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) and Cleveland Booker (David Ajala) got a well-deserved happy ending in Star Trek: Discovery's series finale, and the sight of them growing old together is something I've wanted from Star Trek forever. Written by Kyle Jarrow and Michelle Paradise, and directed by Olatunde Osunsanme, Star Trek: Discovery ended with a poignant coda showing that Michael and Book made a life together after their romantic reunion on the beach at Admiral Saru (Doug Jones) and President T'Rina's (Tara Rosling) wedding.

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Anthony Tran's work on Star Trek: Discovery season 5 included designing the Breen, the villainous couple Moll and L'ak, and Saru and T'Rina's wedding. Tran's design process involved updating the Breen for the 32nd century, creating futuristic lace for T'Rina's wedding dress, and crafting Ambassador Saru's regal look. The costumes for characters like Admiral Burnham and the Starfleet uniforms of the future in Discovery's finale coda were inspired by past Star Trek iterations.

Costume designer Anthony Tran developed the unforgettable looks for Star Trek: Discovery's final season. Tran was an assistant costume designer on Star Trek: Picard season 1, and he joined Star Trek: Discovery season 5 after designing the costumes for Kung Fu on The CW, Lizzie McGuire on Disney+, and How I Met Your Father on Hulu.

Star Trek: Discovery was an intergalactic adventure that saw the crew of the USS Discovery exploring new planets,...

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Star Trek: Discovery season 5 concludes the series with multiple endings for Captain Burnham and the USS Discovery crew. There are no plans for Star Trek: Discovery season 6, but a Paramount+ streaming movie continuation is a possibility. Future Star Trek projects include spinoffs from Discovery, upcoming series, and movies on Paramount+.

Star Trek: Discovery has ended, but will the flagship Star Trek series on Paramount+ return for season 6 or a streaming movie? Star Trek: Discovery began in 2017 and helped launch the CBS All-Access streaming service, which later rebranded as Paramount+. Discovery was the first new Star Trek series in 12 years and brought the franchise into the streaming era with cinematic visuals and serialized storytelling. Discovery's success led to multiple Star Trek spinoffs, including Star Trek: Picard, Star Trek: Lower Decks, Star Trek: Prodigy, and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,...

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Discovery Star Trek's series finale set promotion records for Burnham and Saru, both rising from Commanders to Captains to Admirals during the show's five seasons. Burnham and Saru's promotions showed a realistic portrayal of career advancement in Starfleet, with nearly every crew member on Discovery also moving up the ranks. The finale epilogue also introduced Captain Leto Burnham, Michael's son, continuing the tradition of notable promotions in Star Trek: Discovery.

Star Trek: Discovery's ending set a record for Star Trek promotions by creating two new Starfleet Admirals. Written by Kyle Jarrow and Michelle Paradise, and directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi, Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 10, "Life, Itself", concluded the series by resolving Captain Michael Burnham's (Sonequa Martin-Green) hunt for the Progenitors' life-creating technology. Discovery's finale also ended with an emotional coda that jumps 30+ years into the...

Warning: Major Spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery's Series Finale - "Life, Itself"

Saru's journey reaches a satisfying end as he becomes an Admiral, gets engaged, and finally ties the knot in Star Trek: Discovery's series finale. The emotional coda of the series finale sees Saru and his crew reunite on Discovery's bridge, reminiscent of the ending of Titanic. Actor Doug Jones shares insights on filming the emotional scenes, working with directors Jonathan Frakes and Olatunde Osunsanmi, and the evolution of Saru's character.

For 5 seasons, Doug Jones embodied Saru, one of Star Trek: Discovery's most beloved characters, who gets a worthy ending in the series finale. The first Kelpien character in Star Trek, Jones imbued Saru with warmth, compassion, and intelligence -- but get the Kelpien angry and he turns into Action Saru.

In Star Trek: Discovery season 5, Captain Saru leaves the USS Discovery to become an Ambassador,...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for the Star Trek: Discovery finale, "Life, Itself".

Captain Burnham leads USS Discovery on a final mission, setting up a meeting between Zora and Craft in Star Trek: Short Treks. New Captain Leto Burnham follows in his mother's footsteps, seeking meaning in his mission while inheriting his father's confidence. Michael and Book have a happy ending on Sanctuary 4, where they have rebuilt and found a new home with their World Tree.

The ending of Star Trek: Discovery introduces the show's next generation in the form of a brand-new Captain Burnham. Written by Kyle Jarrow & Michelle Paradise, and directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi, the Star Trek: Discovery finale, "Life, Itself" ends with an epilogue set decades after Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) made the decision to leave the Progenitors' technology undiscovered. The epilogue opens with Admiral Burnham living in relative peace and quiet on Sanctuary 4 with Cleveland Booker (David Ajala). However,...

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Saru receives a surprise promotion to Admiral at his wedding in Star Trek: Discovery's series finale. Actor Doug Jones was confused by his character's promotion, remembering it was supposed to be Ambassador, not Admiral while filming. Admiral Charles Vance addresses Saru as Admiral instead of Ambassador during the wedding ceremony.

Ambassador Saru received one more promotion in Star Trek: Discovery's finale, which surprised Doug Jones. At the end of Star Trek: Discovery's season 5 and series finale, "Life, Itself", Saru marries his love, President T'Rina (Tara Rosling) of Ni'Var. The Kelpien and Vulcan's nuptials are attended by the crew of the USS Discovery and many honored guests. But when Admiral Charles Vance (Oded Fehr) congratulates the newlyweds, he calls T'Rina "Madam President" and Saru "Admiral".

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After five seasons, Star Trek: Discovery, the series that launched a new era of Star Trek programming on television, has come to an end with the finale “Life, Itself.” Leaning heavily on the science fiction action and prominently connecting with Star Trek elements introduced in the ‘90s, Discovery’s fifth and final season brought the adventures of Starfleet officer Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) to a satisfying close. That conclusion includes a coda that was added after the creative team learned Discovery would not be renewed for a sixth season. The additional scenes were filmed to provide the finale with greater closure.

At the helm of the fifth season was Michelle Paradise, who has been an executive producer on the series since the second season and co-showrunner, with series co-creator Alex Kurtzman, since Discovery season 3. Paradise recently sat down with Den of Geek to...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for the Star Trek: Discovery series finale “Life, Itself.”] “Let’s fly.” Star Trek: Discovery ends the only way it can, with Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) in the captain’s chair—but this is years in the future, and she’s now admiral. The leap into her future—which included a dream-like scene of Michael with the rest of the crew, all young, the ages they were for the rest of the series—was added after news of the cancellation came. Before then, Michael is faced with a decision about what to do with the Progenitors’ tech and everyone gathers for Saru (Doug Jones) and T’Rina’s (Tara Rosling) wedding. Plus, Michael finds out Kovich’s (David Cronenberg) name: Agent Daniels. Yes, as in the temporal agent on Enterprise. Below, executive producer Michelle Paradise breaks down the ...

[Warning: The below contains Major spoilers for the Star Trek: Discovery series finale “Life, Itself.”] It was an emotional ending for Star Trek: Discovery, on and offscreen, for the cast. The Paramount+ series ended after five seasons, and what this show got that very rarely happens is the chance to go back and film a coda. In it, years in the future after Saru (Doug Jones) and T’Rina’s (Tara Rosling) wedding, Admiral Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) takes Discovery on one last journey, and while doing so, she sees herself young again, back with her crew on the bridge. Below, Jones talks about filming that coda and the beautiful wedding and shares what he thinks happened next for Saru in the time that was skipped. Talk about finding out the show would be ending and then getting to go back to film that coda. Doug Jones: It’...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 9, "Lagrange Point".

Star Trek: Discovery fits the USS Mitchell with a Pathway drive, following Voyager's tests. Starfleet explores using a Pathway drive to intercept Breen utilizing transwarp tunnels. Saru takes a shuttle on a diplomatic mission to avoid aggression, potentially revealing more about the Pathway drive.

Star Trek: Discovery has introduced a brand-new type of warp drive, and it's been fitted aboard the USS Mitchell, namesake of the much-missed actor Kenneth Mitchell. The late Kenneth Mitchell played four roles in Discovery before his death from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis on February 24th, 2024. Mitchell was a beloved member of the Discovery cast, and the 32nd century starship continues his legacy in the Star Trek universe.

In Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 7, "Erigah", the USS Mitchell was dispatched to deal with the Breen threat. However, the Merian-class USS Mitchell first appeared in Discovery season...

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Saru's wedding is a crucial focal point in Star Trek: Discovery's season 5 finale, adding a touch of romance to the high-stakes action. The hunt for the Progenitors' technology and the threat of the Breen loom large, but Saru's wedding remains an important character arc. While Saru and T'Rina's wedding may not get its own episode, it serves as a key element in wrapping up Discovery's optimistic journey.

Star Trek: Discovery has to end with the wedding of Ambassador Saru (Doug Jones) and President T'Rina (Tara Rosling), and I hope the show does it justice. Saru makes a long-awaited return to Starfleet Headquarters in Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 9, "Lagrange Point", and Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) fills Saru in on what he missed. The USS Discovery is caught in a potentially volatile situation at the site...

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The cramped quarters of the USS Discovery bridge have felt oddly spacious lately, haven't they? As "Star Trek: Discovery" swoops in for a landing with its fifth and final season drawing to a definitive close, viewers may have noticed that several side characters remain missing in action. Essential crew members such as Lieutenant Commanders Detmer (Emily Coutts) and Owosekun (Oyin Oladejo) haven't been seen since episode 4's "Face the Strange," whisked away on a mission to pilot the mirror-universe starship Iss Enterprise to safe harbor. For a series that has drawn so much emotional bandwidth out of its supporting cast over the years, watching Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) deliver orders and offer encouragement to stand-in officers we've never met before can't help but feel ... off.

Yet even more glaringly, the heart...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 7, "Erigah".

President T'Rina proves herself as a formidable negotiator, showcasing the steel required to lead the Federation. Speculation arises about potential conflict between T'Rina and Burnham if she were President, adding depth to the story. Saru's return and marriage to T'Rina could bring a happy ending to Star Trek: Discovery's final season.

The fiance of Captain Saru (Doug Jones), President T'Rina (Tara Rosling), proves herself to be a strong candidate for Federation President in Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 7, "Erigah". Written by M. Raven Metzner and directed by Jon Dudkowski, Discovery season 5, episode 7, "Erigah" sees President T'Rina negotiate with Primarch Ruhn (Tony Nappo) for the release of Moll (Eve Harlow) and L'ak (Elias Toufexis). During her negotiations with one of the Federation's most fearsome enemies, T'Rina proves herself to have the steel required to lead the United Federation of Planets.

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The Breen Dreadnought in Star Trek: Discovery season 5 is ridiculously huge. Captain Burnham and crew try to negotiate with the Breen over the Progenitors' technology treasure. The Breen's over-the-top intimidation tactics may be a sign of desperation in the face of civil war.

Star Trek: Discovery's new Breen Dreadnought ship is ridiculously and perhaps unnecessarily massive. As Discovery's fifth and final season marches toward the finish line, the Breen have emerged as the biggest threat to the United Federation of Planets. Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) and the crew of the USS Discovery are close to finding the powerful technology of the Progenitors, but the Breen now know of and want the Progenitors' treasure, thanks to Moll (Eve Harlow).

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In Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 7, "Erigah," the Breen arrive at...

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Four Starfleet ships defended Federation HQ in "Erigah" on Star Trek: Discovery, but the USS Voyager-j and the 32nd century USS Enterprise were absent. Breen arrived for a blood bounty and President T'Rina negotiated with Primarch Ruhn in a tense face-off. The identified Starfleet ships backing up Federation HQ in "Erigah" were USS Excalibur-m, USS Credence, USS Lamar, and USS Locherer.

The four Starfleet ships that arrived to defend Federation HQ in Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 7, "Erigah," have been identified, and the USS Voyager-j and 32nd century USS Enterprise weren't among them. Written by M. Raven Metzner and directed by Jon Dudkowski, "Erigah" brought the Breen to the United Federation of Planets' doorstep to collect the Eriagh (Breen blood bounty) on L'ak (Elias Toufexis) and Moll (Eve Harlow). President T'Rina (Tara Rosling) led the Federation's tense negotiations with the Breen's...

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After a couple of extremely mediocre installments (particularly given that this is the show’s final season), Star Trek: Discovery bounces back to excellent form with “Erigah,” a tense and surprisingly political hour that finally gives the season-long Progenitors clue hunt some higher and more immediate stakes. It also doesn’t hurt that it’s the first episode in ages that’s had genuine tension—sorry, “Whistlespeak,” we all knew nothing was actually going to happen to Tilly—and a plot that wasn’t immediately predictable from the jump.

Look, I still don’t care all that much about the desperate interspecies Romeo & Juliet vibes this show seems to want to believe Moll and L’ak possess, but unlike the clunky flashback hour that broke down their backstory, “Erigah” makes the wise decision to turn their relationship into a political flashpoint that...

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A major death upends and raises the stakes for the Progenitors' treasure hunt in Star Trek: Discovery season 5. L'ak's true identity as the Scion of the Breen is revealed, but he dies tragically. Moll allies with the Breen to find the treasure in hopes she can resurrect L'ak. Book's empathy aids in discovering the final Progenitors' clue location.

Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 7, "Erigah," ends with a major death and twist as the Breen enter the hunt for the ancient treasure of the Progenitors. Written by M. Raven Metzner and directed by Jon Dudkowski, "Erigah" literally brings the Breen to the door of the United Federation of Planets as Primarch Ruhn (Tony Nappo) to take custody of his nephew, L'ak (Elias Toufexis). The greviously injured L'ak and Moll (Eve Harlow) were apprehended by Starfleet and held aboard the USS Discovery so that Dr.

Star Trek: Discovery reintroduces Vulcan with the new name Ni'Var, uniting Vulcans and Romulans in peace under one planet. The name Ni'Var originated in Star Trek fanzines in the 1960s, representing two forms coming together in unity. Ni'Var is a deep-cut reference to Star Trek: Enterprise, where it was used as the name of a Vulcan starship in the 22nd century.

Star Trek: Discovery gave the planet Vulcan a new name, Ni'Var, which is a deep-cut reference to Star Trek: Enterprise and goes even further back in Star Trek's storied history. As the homeworld of Spock (Leonard Nimoy/Zachary Quinto/Ethan Peck), Vulcan is one of the most important worlds in the Star Trek universe. First Contact with Vulcan on April 5, 2063, is what launched the human race to its destiny as a galactic power with the founding of Starfleet and the United Federation of Planets.

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Saru has been conspicuously absent from several episodes of Star Trek: Discovery season 5. The missed opportunity to focus on Saru's wedding with T'Rina as a subplot in season 5 is a mistake. The absence of Saru, a main character, is a sad development for Discovery's final season.

Star Trek: Discovery season 5 has completely sidelined Saru (Doug Jones) which is disappointing for the show's final season. Discovery season 5, episode 6, "Whistlespeak," which was written by Kenneth Lin and Brandon Schultz and directed by Chris Byrne, saw the USS Discovery and her crew continue their search for the Progenitor's technology on the planet Halem'no, where Captain Michael Burnham (Soneqa Martin-Green) and Lieutenant Slyvia Tilly (Mary Wiseman) were forced to break the Prime Directive to save the planet's inhabitants. However, for yet another episode, one important character was noticeably absent from the show's ensemble.

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Moll and L'ak are more than villains, they are head over heels in love and racing the USS Discovery for the Progenitors' hidden power. Elias Toufexis and Eve Harlow believe Moll and L'ak are the coolest couple in Star Trek history. Star Trek: Discovery Season 5 focuses on love stories and the reasons behind Moll and L'ak's actions are explained.

Star Trek: Discovery season 5's new cast members, Elias Toufexis and Eve Harlow, make their case for L'ak and Moll as the "coolest couple in Star Trek history." Moll and L'ak are Discovery season 5's main antagonists, but they're more than villains seeking the ancient treasure of the Progenitors. L'ak and Moll are head-over-heels in love, and they're racing with the USS Discovery to locate the hidden power to create life itself in Star Trek: Discovery season 5.

Eve Harlow and Elias...

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Star Trek: Discovery hints at encountering the unseen alien race Tzenkethi, first mentioned in DS9. The Federation negotiates entry into Tzenkethi space, possibly interacting with a lizard delegate previously met by Saru. Discovery's treasure hunt leads to Tzenkethi space, potentially involving sabotage and a showdown with space dinosaurs.

Star Trek: Discovery may have just secretly introduced an unseen alien race from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, ahead of their mission to Tzenkethi space. The Tzenkethi were first mentioned in DS9's season 3 finale, "The Adversary", in which a Changeling impersonator attempted to trigger a war between the Federation and the unseen alien race. Robert Hewitt Wolfe, who co-wrote "The Adversary" with Ira Steven Behr has described the Tzenkethi as heavily armored lizards. While the Tzenkethi have recently played a big part in Idw's Star Trek comics, they have never been portrayed on screen,...

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Star Trek: Discovery season 5 resolves Saru's role issue but introduces another with Captain Rayner as First Officer. Michael Burnham's decision to make Rayner her Number One doesn't solve the problem of having two Captains on the bridge. The dynamic between Captains and First Officers in Star Trek: Discovery keeps changing each season, adding new layers to the ongoing story.

Star Trek: Discovery season 5 seems to fix the problem of Captain Saru's (Doug Jones) role on the USS Discovery's crew, but the series immediately makes the same mistake again with Captain Rayner (Callum Keith Rennie). In Star Trek: Discovery season 4, Captain Saru voluntarily cedes command of the USS Discovery to the newly-promoted Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green), which leaves Star Trek: Discovery with two characters holding the rank of Captain at the same time. Captain Saru gladly acts as Captain Burnham's First...

With an engagement comes a slew of requirements and responsibilities, as we’ll be seeing on Star Trek: Discovery for Saru (Doug Jones) and T’Rina (Tara Rosling) in the April 11 episode, and TV Insider has an exclusive sneak peek. Saru is the one to bring up that he has something he wishes to discuss of a personal nature, regarding their engagement announcement, with T’Rina. “I reviewed the draft and there is one phrase which I believe may warrant reconsideration: the handsome and erudite Captain Saru,” he explains. “If it embarrasses you, we will remove it,” T’Rina says, adding, “but it is accurate to say that you are both.” Is there anything else he’d like to change? Otherwise, she’ll send it out within the day. Watch the full video above for his answer. The couple may be going strong, but they will have political matters to navigate looking ahead.

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Captain Rayner, like Kirk and Picard, earned the prestigious Grankite Order of Tactics award in Star Trek: Discovery season 5. Captain Rayner becomes Burnham's First Officer after disciplinary actions, bringing a gruff demeanor to the optimistic crew dynamic. Rayner helps the USS Discovery crew on dangerous missions, proving he genuinely cares about the mission and the Federation.

One of Star Trek: Discovery's newest cast members, Captain Rayner (Callum Keith Rennie), has something in common with two of Starfleet's greatest Captains, James T. Kirk (William Shatner) and Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart). In its fifth and final season, Discovery finds Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) and the crew of the USS Discovery embarking on an epic treasure hunt that spans the galaxy. Before the season premiered, several new characters were announced, including Callum Keith Rennie's Captain Rayner. With his gruff personality and old-school approach,...

Beacon 23 is a sci-fi psychological thriller series created by Zak Penn. The MGM+ series has finally returned for its second season, filmed simultaneously with its first season. Based on a short story series of the same name by Hugh Lowey, the sci-fi series is set in the 23rd century and it tells us the story of two strangers stranded together at the end of the known universe at a lighthouse in space.

Season 2 picks up the story right where the first ended and we see Halan trying to figure out Aster’s fate and handle a military attack. Glen Mazzara and Joy Blake take the helm as co-showrunners for Season 2 replacing Zak Penn. So, if you loved the first season of Beacon 23 and are excited about what’s coming, we are here to keep you informed.

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Saru's promotion in Star Trek: Discovery mirrors Spock's career change in Star Trek VI, setting the tone for an evolution in his character. Saru's decision to become a Federation Ambassador reflects Spock's diplomatic endeavors, injecting new challenges and dynamics into the storyline. As a Federation Ambassador, Saru must navigate complex political landscapes, drawing parallels to Spock's diplomatic career during the rise of the Cardassian Union.

A promotion for Captain Saru (Doug Jones) in Star Trek: Discovery season 5 makes him even more like Star Trek: The Original Series' Spock (Leonard Nimoy). Saru has always been Discovery's version of Spock, the more measured alien counterpoint to the bolder Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green). Saru actor Doug Jones was told he was Discovery's Spock when he was first offered the role, setting the tone of his relationship with Burnham from Disco's very beginning.

Warning: Spoilers for Star Trek: Discovery Season 5

Star Trek: Discovery season 5 features the first major wedding of Star Trek characters in 22 years. Captain Saru chooses to become an Ambassador, leading to a surprising proposal from President T'Rina. Weddings for major Star Trek characters are still a rare occurrence.

Star Trek: Discovery season 5 will present the first wedding of major Star Trek characters in 22 years. Written by showrunner Michelle Paradise and directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi, Star Trek: Discovery season 5, episode 1, "Red Directive," centers on Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) hunting for an ancient power belonging to the Progenitors, who were introduced in the classic Star Trek: The Next Generation season 6 episode, "The Chase". Meanwhile, Captain Saru (Doug Jones) and President T'Rina (Tara Rosling) take a major step in their relationship.

Star Trek: Discovery season 5's premiere is a crossroads for Captain Saru. Although the Kelpien loyally serves his dear friend, Captain...

This article contains spoilers for the season 5 premiere of "Star Trek: Discovery."

With an ensemble cast as large as the one in "Star Trek: Discovery," it can't be easy to find a way to give each and every major character their own moment to shine. Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) is all but guaranteed to play a significant role in any given episode, naturally, as is David Ajala's Cleveland Booker. Recent seasons have even committed to shining a brighter spotlight on the supporting cast at large, devoting much more screen time and emotional heavy-lifting to characters like Sylvia Tilly (Mary Wiseman), Paul Stamets (Anthony Rapp), Dr. Culber (Wilson Cruz), and Adira (Blu del Barrio). But Doug Jones' charismatic performance as the even-keeled Saru has always helped elevate "Discovery" to greater heights, serving much of the same narrative and thematic purpose as classic franchise characters like Spock or Data.

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Saru and Book navigate complicated romantic relationships in Star Trek: Discovery season 5, balancing love and career decisions. Book and Burnham's fractured relationship requires healing, while Saru considers putting romance or career first in the new season. Doug Jones and David Ajala reflect on the unique experiences of playing their characters in Discovery, including developing their roles.

Doug Jones and David Ajala are not just two of Star Trek: Discovery season 5's leading men, but their characters, Captain Saru and Cleveland Booker, are also in complicated relationships with Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) and President T'Rina (Tara Rosling), respectively.

In Star Trek: Discovery season 5, Captain Burnham's treasure hunt for an ancient power that could upend the galaxy requires working once more with her estranged significant other, Cleveland Booker. Meanwhile, Captain Saru has a new role in Starfleet that could affect his romance with T'Rina, the Vulcan president of the planet Ni'Var.

Saru's journey on Star Trek: Discovery has been highlighted by his friendships, relationships, and growth as a captain. Actor Doug Jones has mixed feelings about the final season, both acknowledging the accomplishment of five seasons and finding relief in not having to memorize dialogue or wear the prosthetics anymore. There is speculation about Saru potentially appearing in the upcoming Star Trek: Starfleet Academy series due to his role as a mentor and the likability of his character.

Star Trek: Discovery will come to an end with its upcoming fifth and final season, and actor Doug Jones will miss playing Captain Saru. Throughout Discovery, Saru has had an incredibly compelling story arc as he grew in confidence, eventually embracing the role of captain. Saru's friendship with Captain Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green), his relationships with the other crew members of the USS Discovery, and his budding romance with Ni'Var President T'Rina...

The romance between Captain Saru and President T'Rina will continue in season 5 of Star Trek: Discovery says Doug Jones. Doug Jones, who plays Saru, learned about the show's cancellation while on the Star Trek Cruise in February 2023. The slow-burn love story between Saru and T'Rina is based on compassion, understanding, and their desire to do the right thing.

Star Trek: Discovery's Doug Jones promises that the fan-favorite romance between Captain Saru and President T'Rina (Tara Rosling) will continue in season 5. Like the rest of Star Trek: Discovery's cast and crew, Jones had no idea that season 5 would be the final season, and Doug learned Discovery was canceled while he was on the Star Trek Cruise in February 2023. After reshoots were completed to add an epilogue at the end of Discovery's season 5's finale, Jones saw it and said it gave him "closure."

Doug Jones was the Star Trek...

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A science-fiction mystery thriller series airing on MGM+, the Beacon 23 TV show stars Lena Headey and Stephan James, with Marnie McPhail, Daniel Malik, Carolina Bartczak, Cyrus Faird, Sydney Ozerov-Meyer, Hannah Melissa Scott, and Tara Rosling. The story is set in the 23rd Century and takes place in the farthest reaches of the Milky Way, in a remote “lighthouse.” Aster Calyx (Headey) is a government agent,...

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An MGM+ science-fiction mystery thriller series, the Beacon 23 TV show stars Lena Headey and Stephan James, with Marnie McPhail, Daniel Malik, Carolina Bartczak, Cyrus Faird, Sydney Ozerov-Meyer, Hannah Melissa Scott, and Tara Rosling. The story is set in the 23rd Century and takes place in the farthest reaches of the Milky Way, in a remote “lighthouse.” Aster Calyx (Headey) is a government agent while Halan Kai...

Network: MGM+

Episodes: Ongoing (hour)

Seasons: Ongoing

TV show dates: November 12, 2023 -- present

Series status: Has not been cancelled

Performers include: Lena Headey, Stephan James, Marnie McPhail, Daniel Malik, Carolina Bartczak, Cyrus Faird, Sydney Ozerov-Meyer, Hannah Melissa Scott, and Tara Rosling.

TV show description:

A science-fiction mystery thriller series, the Beacon 23 TV show was created by Zak Penn and is based on short stories by Hugh Howey.

The story is set in the 23rd Century and takes place in the farthest reaches of the Milky Way, in a remote “lighthouse.”

Aster Calyx (Headey) is a government agent, while Halan Kai Nelson (James) is a stoic ex-military man. Their fates become entangled after they find themselves trapped together inside one of many Beacons...

Lena Heady's new series, Beacon 23, based on the best-selling novel by Hugh Howey, will debut on MGM+ on November 12th. The sci-fi drama follows two characters who find themselves at the end of the known universe and become entangled in a battle of wills. The series is created by Zak Penn and features Glen Mazzara and Joy Blake as showrunners and executive producers.

Game of Thrones star Lena Heady's new series, Beacon 23, from the author of the Silo books, has a debut date. Outside of voice roles, Heady recently made her return to television with a role in the HBO miniseries White House Plumbers which offered a satirical take on the Watergate scandal. But in her upcoming project, the five-time Emmy nominee returns to the sci-fi genre with a drama that boasts an intriguing premise.

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Doug Jones' portrayal of Captain Saru in Star Trek: Discovery has made the character one of the most interesting and likable in the franchise's current era. As a Kelpien, Saru has unique abilities and was the first of his kind to leave his planet and serve in Starfleet. Doug Jones has had a successful career playing aliens and monsters, working with renowned director Guillermo del Toro and appearing in films like The Shape of Water.

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