10 Mind-Blowing Mysteries in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 2

WARNING: Contains SPOILERS for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2.

Summary

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3 will delve into unresolved storylines and plot threads, tackling Captain Pike's profound dilemma of choosing between safeguarding his crew and potentially instigating a clash with the Gorn species.

Amidst grappling with scarce alternatives and the demand for transporter resources, Nurse Chapel valiantly endeavors to rescue Captain Batel from a macabre fate at the hands of the Gorn.

Captain Pike may finally reveal his secret about his dark future to Batel if she survives, and despite Kirk's loyalty to Carol Marcus, a potential romance between him and La'an Noonien-Singh may unfold. Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2 cliffhanger ending leaves many unanswered questions, along with unresolved plot threads from earlier in the season. Throughout the season, the USS Enterprise crew has faced the aftermath of the Federation-Klingon War, encountered their own future selves, and even broke out into song. Notably, significant events from Star Trek: The Original Series have been set in motion, including Lt. James T. Kirk's impending fatherhood and promotion. Additionally, the brief romance between Lt. Spock and Nurse Christine Chapel has laid the foundation for a lasting romantic subplot in TOS.

15 Will Captain Pike Retreat As Ordered Or Save His Crew From The Gorn In Strange New Worlds Season 3?

: Unresolved Storylines and Promising Paths for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3

In the cliffhanger ending of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Captain Christopher Pike (Anson Mount) confronts a challenging scenario where he must make a difficult choice: should he save his crew or risk provoking a potential war with the Gorn. While the Star Trek canon establishes that the Federation and the Gorn Hegemony have a non-confrontational relationship, this doesn't deter Pike from taking a calculated risk in the season 3 premiere. With the Gorn capturing the surviving colonists and his away team, their fate becomes even more perilous. Armed with knowledge of his ultimate destiny, Pike may be motivated to take drastic measures in the upcoming season of Strange New Worlds.

14 Can Nurse Chapel Save Captain Batel From A Gruesome Gorn Death?

Captain Marie Batel (Melanie Scrofano) finds herself transformed into a human host for parasitic Gorn eggs, a fate that proved fatal for Lt. Hemmer (Bruce Horak) in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 1. However, Pike and Nurse Chapel are determined to discover a different outcome this time. They believe a potential solution lies in a life-saving trick involving the Star Trek transporter, which could separate the eggs from their host. Yet, the challenges of executing this procedure during the chaotic Klingon War become apparent. Furthermore, the urgency to use the transporters to rescue the captured Enterprise crew members from the Gorn further limits Batel's chances of survival.

13 Will Pike Finally Tell Batel About His Star Trek: TOS Dark Future?

Captain Pike has been aware of the tragic incident that will effectively bring his Starfleet career to a close since season 2 of Star Trek: Discovery. While he has come to accept it, he has yet to disclose this information to Batel. If Marie manages to survive her gruesome encounter with the Gorn, he may finally gather the courage to reveal his future to her. Although he confided in Number One (Rebecca Romijn) and Spock regarding what lies ahead, he finds himself incapable of being honest with Marie. This unresolved matter has been an underlying concern in season 2 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, thus it is hoped that he will eventually find the opportunity to disclose the truth to her once they successfully escape the clutches of the Gorn.

12 Will La’an Noonien-Singh Show If She Has Khan Augment Powers?

In Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2, episode 2, "Ad Astra per Aspera," Lt. La'an Noonien-Singh (Christina Chong) revealed that she has inherited the augmentations of Khan Noonien-Singh (Ricardo Montalban), but she has yet to demonstrate them. It has been over 200 years since Khan Noonien-Singh's reign of terror, so it is possible that these augmentations have diminished over the generations that followed. Nevertheless, La'an's concerns about becoming like her infamous ancestor have shaped her narrative in Strange New Worlds season 2, implying that she may be suppressing these abilities. It remains a possibility that La'an may tap into her Khan legacy to rescue her team from the Gorn in the premiere of Strange New Worlds season 3.

11 Will Spock & T'Pring Reconcile Their Engagement?

In Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2, Spock and his fiancee T'Pring (Gia Sandhu) ended their engagement. However, they are still officially engaged in Star Trek: The Original Series' season 2 opener, "Amok Time", hinting at a possible reconciliation. Given T'Pring's involvement with Spock's half-brother Sybok and Spock's romance with Chapel, it is likely that we have not seen the last of her. As the love triangle in Star Trek continues to evolve with the introduction of Dr. Roger Korby, who is in a relationship with Chapel, it is possible that a heartbroken Spock may find his way back to T'Pring in Strange New Worlds season 3.

10 Will Captain Angel Return To Free Sybok?

Despite the foreshadowing of Spock's half brother's return in season 1, Sybok was notably absent from season 2 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Captain Angel (Jesse James Keitel) is presumably still in the midst of tirelessly searching for a way to liberate Sybok from the Vulcan rehabilitation center known as Ankeshtan K'Til. It has been confirmed that Sybok eventually regains his freedom and ventures through the galaxy prior to the events of 2287, when he is seen arriving on Nimbus 3 in Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. It is unquestionably a matter of when, rather than if, Captain Angel will successfully free Sybok. As Spock and T'Pring currently remain estranged, the audacious escape of his brother from prison could potentially reunite the couple in season 3 of Strange New Worlds.

9 Will Kirk's Girlfriend Carol Marcus Appear?

In the musical episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, it was revealed that Lt. James T. Kirk (Paul Wesley) was romantically involved with Dr. Carol Marcus, who was also pregnant with his child. However, Kirk decides to distance himself from Carol and their unborn child as he is about to assume the role of First Officer on the USS Farragut, which would take him further away from them. This pivotal decision in Kirk's life is likely to be explored in season 3 of Strange New Worlds, possibly leading to the introduction of Carol as a character.

8 Will A La'an & Kirk Romance Happen Anyway?

7 Will Starfleet Investigate Dr. M'Benga For The Klingon Ambassador's Death?

Despite their strong attraction, Kirk declared his loyalty to Carol and expressed his inability to engage in a romantic relationship with La'an Noonien-Singh. This effectively avoids addressing the potential impact of Kirk and La'an's connection on the Star Trek canon. However, it does not entirely rule out the possibility of a romance between them. In Star Trek: The Original Series, it is established that Kirk had other romantic involvements following his separation from Carol Marcus. If their breakup occurs in season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, there is a chance that Kirk and La'an might reconsider pursuing a romantic relationship.

In Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2, Dr. Joseph M'Benga (Babs Olusanmokun) was involved in a murder, though he tried to make it seem like an act of self-defense. Captain Pike mentioned that Starfleet would look into the death of the Klingon Ambassador Dak'Rah (Robert Wisdom), but it is likely that the investigation will clear M'Benga of any wrongdoing. It will be intriguing to find out if this investigation unfolds in Strange New Worlds season 3, especially considering M'Benga's suggestion that his darker side could resurface unexpectedly. One of his past experiences as a captive of the Gorn might trigger the resurgence of the notorious Butcher of J'Gal, leading to Starfleet grilling over Dak'Rah's demise.

6 Will Scotty Remain On Enterprise As Engineer? (Or Replace Pelia?)

5 Will Spock And Chapel Reconcile Before She Meets Her Star Trek TOS Fiance?

: Scottish actor Martin Quinn, known for his portrayal of Scotty in Star Trek, joined the cast of Strange New Worlds in the thrilling season 2 finale. As the episode reached its conclusion, Scotty found himself on board the iconic USS Enterprise, sparking what promises to be an epic love story within the Star Trek universe. While it remains uncertain whether Martin Quinn will continue to be part of the show after the resolution of the season 2 cliffhanger, the introduction of the Enterprise crew from Star Trek: The Original Series in Strange New Worlds suggests that Scotty may become a regular cast member or a recurring character potentially groomed to succeed Commander Pelia, played by Carol Kane.

Spock's heroic rescue of Christine from the wreckage of the USS Cayuga brings hope for the resolution of their relationship challenges. The Gorn's attack on the Cayuga provides Spock and Chapel with an opportunity to address the underlying issues in their relationship. Although the attack and Captain Batel's fate are of primary concern, there is a glimmer of hope that the future of Spock and Chapel's blossoming romance will be determined. Perhaps they will decide to pursue a long-distance relationship, but complications arise when Christine unexpectedly falls for the charming Dr. Roger Korby, leading to their eventual engagement and further complicating matters.

4 Will Sulu, Bones Or Chekov Appear In Strange New Worlds Season 3?

With the inclusion of Scotty in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, the focus will soon shift towards the introduction of other forthcoming members of Kirk's Enterprise team. While Pavel Chekov, portrayed by Walter Koenig, made his debut in Season 2 of Star Trek: The Original Series, there were hints that he had also served on the Enterprise during Season 1. Furthermore, the yet-to-be-introduced characters of Kirk's close friend Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy (played by DeForest Kelley) and his helmsman Lt. Hikaru Sulu (portrayed by George Takei) still await their entrance. As Kirk assumes the role of Commander aboard the USS Farragut, Strange New Worlds might delve further into his journey and incorporate one or more of these iconic TOS characters within his crew.

3 Will Bruce Horak Return In Strange New Worlds Season 3?

Bruce Horak, who played the ghost of Hemmer and a dancing Klingon in season 2 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, may not return as a specter now that Ensign Nyota Uhura (Celia Rose Gooding) has bid farewell to Hemmer. However, there is still a possibility for his character to appear through flashbacks or recordings. On the other hand, Horak's dancing Klingon bears a striking resemblance to General Martok from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (played by J.G. Hertzler). Exploring this similarity further could lead to intriguing storylines. Regardless, Horak's exceptional performance skills make him capable of appearing in any scenario in season 3 of Strange New Worlds.

2 What Genres Will Strange New Worlds Season 3 Tackle Next?

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds has already explored fairytales, courtroom dramas, animated crossovers, musicals, and even some of Star Trek's most horrifying episodes. This anthology show has successfully brought back the original format of Star Trek, allowing it to venture into a variety of genres. With the end of season 2, fans eagerly anticipate what awaits them in Strange New Worlds season 3. The showrunners, Akiva Goldsman, Henry Alonso Myers, and their talented writing team, have surely given careful thought to this question. Considering the audience's enthusiasm for the show's bold and unconventional choices, it is thrilling to imagine what genre experiment awaits us next. Perhaps Pike's love for horses could pave the way for a Star Trek Western.

1 When Will Strange New Worlds Season 3 Premiere?

Due to the ongoing strikes by WGA and SAG-AFTRA, the release of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3 has been delayed indefinitely. The resolution to the cliffhanger from season 2 was scheduled to be filmed on May 2nd, with a projected premiere in 2024. However, if the strikes persist, it is highly likely that fans will have to wait until early 2025 to witness the escape of Captain Pike and the Enterprise from the Gorn. This extended waiting period brings a sense of anticipation and uncertainty among the devoted audience.

All episodes of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 2 are streaming now on Paramount+.