I think the only way we would see another prime universe movie would be if Discovery did quite well and after it's run (seven years?) there was then a Discovery movie.
Poll Do you think that DSC will inspire another "Prime Universe" film?
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It could happen as a prequel to the current "Kelvin" series. Not very likely IMO
Depends on your definition of "Prime". Even though "officially" Discovery takes place in the "Prime" timeline, I think it's more accurate (at least between fans) to consider Discovery it's own universe and a reboot in its own right.
At least they wouldn't have to worry about spoilers, because everyone already knows how that one turned out.
Yeah, pretty much. Spaceships, aliens, explosions in outer space and billions spent on special effects. It's all any true fan needs. LOL
I think it is a reboot but within the continuity of the prime universe. Same as TNG.
If the show does really well and one or more of the actors bursts into superstardom, we might see a big screen version of Discovery. My guess is: no.
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I vote no. I really only see a few possibilities for the future of the franchise:
Both Star Trek 4 and Discovery are successful.
TV and Film will remain completely segregated for however long they remain as such. When either medium falls off financially, it will just be abandoned indefinitely.
Star Trek 4 is successful; Discovery is not.
The films will continue to be their own thing, either continuing with Pine/Quinto, a new story within the Kelvin timeline, or another hard reboot.
Discovery is successful; Star Trek 4 is not.
Discovery will play itself out and then end. A new film franchise may be tent-poled 10-15 years down the road, most likely as another hard reboot.
Neither is successful.
The franchise is abandoned indefinitely, also to be reevaluated in 10-15 years for a hard tent-poled hard reboot on whichever medium is deemed most feasible (most likely film).
Both Star Trek 4 and Discovery are successful.
TV and Film will remain completely segregated for however long they remain as such. When either medium falls off financially, it will just be abandoned indefinitely.
Star Trek 4 is successful; Discovery is not.
The films will continue to be their own thing, either continuing with Pine/Quinto, a new story within the Kelvin timeline, or another hard reboot.
Discovery is successful; Star Trek 4 is not.
Discovery will play itself out and then end. A new film franchise may be tent-poled 10-15 years down the road, most likely as another hard reboot.
Neither is successful.
The franchise is abandoned indefinitely, also to be reevaluated in 10-15 years for a hard tent-poled hard reboot on whichever medium is deemed most feasible (most likely film).
Personally, I expect a second prime TV series before a prime movie. If Discovery is a success (and it probably already is), I wouldn't be surprised a new TV series set in a different timeline to be announced as soon as two or three years from now.
The movie franchise is in unsure waters. Star Trek XIV is not a given at all. People claiming a new Kelvin universe movie has been greenlit by the studio are mistaken. Beyond was a failure, a new CEO has stepped in. I'm sure there will be a new Star Trek movie some day, but it will take time, could be a completely new reboot and could be set in a completely different universe or timeline.
The movie franchise is in unsure waters. Star Trek XIV is not a given at all. People claiming a new Kelvin universe movie has been greenlit by the studio are mistaken. Beyond was a failure, a new CEO has stepped in. I'm sure there will be a new Star Trek movie some day, but it will take time, could be a completely new reboot and could be set in a completely different universe or timeline.
If Discovery does very well I think it would be a strong possibility, and I really hope it does. For me Prime Trek is the best Trek 
OK so for the sake of argument, lets use this definition of reboot: "Television series that begin established franchise again instead of building off of previous works." Use this definition of continuity: "In fiction, continuity (also called time-scheme) is consistency of the characteristics of people, plot, objects, and places seen by the reader or viewer over some period of time."I'm not following.
So basically a reboot blows things up while continuity favors stability. Discovery has elements of both. New cast, ship, new look for aliens, serialized instead of episodic, etc. It also has stability in the sense that it is recognizable as Star Trek, including (as stated by Brian Fuller) being placed in the prime timeline. This is why I said it's a reboot with the same continuity. Maybe I could have narrowed it and said it's a reboot with the same history. Contrast this to Galactica which was a reboot with very little continuity.
^ IMHO, the use of the word 'reboot' implies starting a whole new continuity. But whatever works. 
I won't say never, but I highly doubt we'll get another film set in the prime universe again. They'll run out the Kelvinverse films until they're no longer profitable enough (which could be soon) and then eventually do another reboot. I don't anticipate Discovery jumping to the big screen unless it's a surprise massive hit that inspires spin-offs, which I doubt it will be. Which is not to say I'm wishing it ill, I just don't expect it to be some kind of breakout hit of a show, especially in its online format.
The seven year season died with Berman-era Trek. With 13 episodes per season or less, and with a longer time span between seasons, I don't see DSC lasting for more than 3 seasons (which would probably take 5 years to produce.)
Unless of course it becomes some kind of mega-super hit, which I doubt.
I've never understood this kind of scheduling. All it does is erode the audience.
That's exactly what it means. My childhood in the 80s wasn't a 'reboot' of my parents' youth in the 50s... things looked different and were done differently in my time, but there is an acknowledged continuity between the two.
I mean, I think it was pretty clear it was just wishful thinking on my part, just a typical fan-fantasy.
That's exactly what it means. My childhood in the 80s wasn't a 'reboot' of my parents' youth in the 50s... things looked different and were done differently in my time, but there is an acknowledged continuity between the two.
That... is.... wow. Kinda blew my mind, actually. Excellent way with words you have!
Wait... are you a politician...?
No, because let's call a spade a spade. They can talk about how Discovery is in the Prime Universe, but this is another reboot of a sorts.
My sense is that we'll hear about the casting of a young Kirk and Spock, not played by Pine or Qunito, any day now. Certainly, we'll see them in season two. Of course, if they're smart they'd do stunt casting and have Pine or Qunito guest as their respective nuTrek characters.
My sense is that we'll hear about the casting of a young Kirk and Spock, not played by Pine or Qunito, any day now. Certainly, we'll see them in season two. Of course, if they're smart they'd do stunt casting and have Pine or Qunito guest as their respective nuTrek characters.
Kirk and Spock are only about 20 years old now so I doubt Pine or Quinto will be asked back.
Don't know enough about currently working actors who are that age so I have no idea who would play them.
Although perhaps - if DSC does, for example, the Farragut disaster - Pine could provide the voice of Kirk, over the Farragut's comm system (like if he calls down from the bridge to request a damage report).
Don't know enough about currently working actors who are that age so I have no idea who would play them.
Although perhaps - if DSC does, for example, the Farragut disaster - Pine could provide the voice of Kirk, over the Farragut's comm system (like if he calls down from the bridge to request a damage report).
