Lending Bones to Strange New Worlds: Supernatural Star Heats Up the Adventure!

Summary

Jensen Ackles, known for his role in Supernatural, would be the perfect actor to portray Dr. "Bones" McCoy in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.

Ackles has demonstrated his versatility as an actor, effortlessly embodying both a witty and endearing persona in Supernatural, a quality that would be a great fit for McCoy's character.

By introducing a younger iteration of Dr. McCoy in Strange New Worlds, the series would complete the iconic TOS trio and seamlessly pave the way for Star Trek: The Original Series. Jensen Ackles would infuse the role with the ideal level of energy.

Dr. Leonard "Bones" McCoy has yet to be introduced in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and Jensen Ackles, known for his roles in Supernatural and The Boys, could be the ideal actor for the part. The series has successfully recast classic Trek characters, with Ethan Peck capturing Spock's essence and Paul Wesley embodying Lieutenant James T. Kirk without impersonating William Shatner. While Lt. Spock and Kirk have become integral characters, Dr. McCoy's presence is still awaited. Fans have been speculating about who should portray McCoy, with Karl Urban being the only actor to play the character since DeForest Kelley. Urban's co-star in The Boys, Jensen Ackles, has been suggested as a potential contender for the role.

Strange New Worlds Should Cast Supernatural's Jensen Ackles As Dr. "Bones" McCoy

Originally hailing from Texas, Jensen Ackles would be an excellent candidate for the role of "old country doctor" Leonard McCoy. Throughout the 15-season run of Supernatural, Ackles aptly demonstrated his acting versatility by portraying the sarcastic yet endearing Dean Winchester, a persona that would suit Bones perfectly. Additionally, he showcased his talent as Sheriff Beau Arlen in the Montana-based crime drama Big Sky, and currently, he takes on the recurring role of Soldier Boy in The Boys. In his portrayal of Soldier Boy, Ackles proves his ability to embody a gruff and cantankerous character, while his depiction of Dean Winchester undoubtedly evokes McCoy's more charming side.

Given the recent cancellations of Big Sky and The Winchesters, Ackles potentially has an open schedule that could accommodate a recurring stint as Dr. McCoy. Strange New Worlds has thus far achieved commendable success in its casting decisions, and casting Jensen Ackles as Bones could add another triumph to their record. Furthermore, it would undoubtedly be a treat for fans of the CW network to see Ackles and Paul Wesley, known for his portrayal of vampire Stefan Salvatore on The Vampire Diaries, share the screen. Armed with his Southern roots and undeniable acting prowess, Jensen Ackles would bring the ideal energy to portraying a younger version of Dr. McCoy.

Why Strange New Worlds Needs to Complete Star Trek: TOS' Trio

Dr. Joseph M'Benga currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer on the Enterprise in the show Strange New Worlds, so it may be a while before Bones, another character, appears. However, it would be incomplete to end Strange New Worlds without including the iconic TOS trio. The show has also introduced new Star Trek characters such as Lt. La'an Noonien-Singh and Lt. Erica Ortegas, who deserve their moment to shine. Additionally, Strange New Worlds has successfully reintroduced famous Star Trek characters without making them the central focus of the show. By keeping the focus on Captain Pike and his Enterprise crew, while also introducing a young Dr. McCoy, Strange New Worlds can lead into Star Trek: The Original Series. It would be great to see Bones added to the mix, as he has only briefly interacted with Spock and Kirk on Strange New Worlds. Dr. McCoy must meet his future captain and first officer before the end of the show, and Jensen Ackles would be a great choice to play him.