Anson Mount's Stellar Performance and the Unparalleled Teamwork of Strange New Worlds Cast & Crew Garner High Praise from Star Trek's Paul Wesley

Summary

Paul Wesley praises the cast of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, calling them awesome and welcoming. He also compliments showrunners Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers.

Lt. James T. Kirk, portrayed by Paul Wesley, made his official debut in season 2 of Strange New Worlds. In an intriguing turn, he even played a part in the show's very first musical episode.

The possibility of Paul Wesley reprising his role as Lt. Kirk in season 3 remains uncertain due to production delays resulting from the WGA Writer's Strike. However, Lt. Kirk's story on the show is far from over and there is potential for his return in upcoming seasons.

Paul Wesley spoke highly of Anson Mount and the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds cast. In the show, Wesley portrays Lt. James T. Kirk and has also played two alternate reality versions of Captain Kirk. He first appeared as an alternate Captain Kirk in the season 1 finale, but his portrayal of the Prime Timeline's James Kirk officially debuted in season 2, episode 3. Wesley's character returned for two more episodes, including the first-ever musical episode in the Star Trek franchise. On the Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum podcast, which was recorded prior to the season 2 premiere, Wesley praised the incredible role of James T. Kirk and enthusiastically commended the ensemble cast of Strange New Worlds, which is led by Anson Mount. Read his quote and watch the video clip from Inside of You below.

Currently, I am working on Star Trek and I couldn't have asked for a better group of actors. Despite not being a series regular, I have been warmly welcomed by everyone. The showrunner, Akiva Goldsman, and Henry Alonso Myers are simply amazing. Anson Mount, who plays the lead, is a genuinely great person. Ethan Peck, who portrays Spock, is also a dear friend of mine. Overall, it's an exceptional show.

Will Paul Wesley Return As James T. Kirk In Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Season 3?

Paul Wesley has not been confirmed to reprise his role as Lt. James T. Kirk in season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. Although he joined the USS Enterprise crew for a musical episode, Wesley's character was absent from the season 2 finale. Production for season 3 was originally scheduled for May 2023, but it was halted due to the WGA Writer's Strike, which was later joined by SAG-AFTRA in their picket lines. It remains uncertain when production will resume and whether Wesley's Kirk will be involved.

However, Lt. Kirk still has unresolved matters in Strange New Worlds. He shared with Lt. La'an Noonien-Singh (portrayed by Christina Chong) that he has a pregnant girlfriend named Carol Marcus. Both James and Carol could possibly make appearances in season 3. While Kirk has been rapidly advancing in Starfleet ranks and became the First Officer of the USS Farragut, he may still need to learn under the guidance of Captain Christopher Pike (played by Anson Mount) on his journey towards becoming the future Captain of the USS Enterprise. Paul Wesley's portrayal of James T. Kirk was certainly a great fit with the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds cast, and their positive working dynamic makes it clear that Wesley and Kirk would be welcomed back anytime.

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

Source: Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum