Star Trek: Strange New World Showcases First Look at Current and Upcoming Seasons

Paramount+ today announced that Season 4 of its hit original series Star Trek: Strange New Worlds will feature a puppet-themed episode, featuring U.S.S. Enterprise crew members as puppets created by the iconic Jim Henson's Creature Shop. The episode is directed by Jordan Canning (Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock).

The reveal was made during today's Star Trek universe presentation in Hall H at Comic-Con International in San Diego, CA. Moderated by Star Trek legend Robert Picardo, the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds panel portion featured a conversation with co-showrunners and executive producers Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers, executive producer Alex Kurtzman, and cast members Rebecca Romijn, Ethan Peck, Jess Bush, Christina Chong, and Paul Wesley.

In addition, the Hall H audience was treated to a surprise advance screening of the series' upcoming new episode, "A Space Adventure Hour," ahead of its debut this Thursday, July 31 on Paramount+ in the U.S. Directed by Jonathan Frakes, the episode incorporates a murder mystery theme. When La'An (Chong) tests a prototype holodeck with a fictional case only she can solve, the consequences of failure get greater and greater, with the Enterprise hanging in the balance.

In celebration of "A Space Adventure Hour," the episode will be available to stream for free starting Thursday, July 31 through Wednesday, August 6 on Pluto TV, Paramount+ channels on Amazon, Apple and Roku, the Free Content Hub on Paramount+, and the Paramount+ YouTube channel.

Season 3 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds premiered with two episodes on Thursday, July 17, with new episodes dropping weekly on Thursdays through the season finale on Thursday, Sept. 11, exclusively on Paramount+ in the U.S. The series is also available to stream on Paramount+ in international markets where the service is available. Recently, Season 4 wrapped production and it was announced that the series has been renewed for a fifth and final season.

In Season 3, when we reconnect with the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise, still under the command of Captain Pike, they face the conclusion of Season 2's harrowing encounter with the Gorn. But new life and civilizations await, including a villain that will test our characters' grit and resolve. An exciting twist on classic Star Trek, Season 3 takes characters both new and beloved to new heights, and dives into thrilling adventures of faith, duty, romance, comedy and mystery, with varying genres never before seen on any other Star Trek.

The series is produced by CBS Studios, Secret Hideout and Roddenberry Entertainment and season three stars Anson Mount, Rebecca Romijn, Ethan Peck, Jess Bush, Christina Chong, Celia Rose Gooding, Melissa Navia, Babs Olusanmokun, and Martin Quinn, along with guest stars Rhys Darby, Patton Oswalt, Cillian O’Sullivan, Melanie Scrofano, and Carol Kane, plus special guest star Paul Wesley.

Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers serve as co-showrunners. Alex Kurtzman, Akiva Goldsman, Henry Alonso Myers, Aaron Baiers, Dana Horgan, Alan McElroy, Robbie Thompson, Frank Siracusa, John Weber, Chris Fisher, Anson Mount, Rod Roddenberry, and Trevor Roth serve as Season 3 executive producers.

Nacelle, the company behind the new officially licensed 1/12 scale Star Trek action figures, kicked off 2025's San Diego Comic-Con with Wave Three and Four lineup reveals, as well as the paint masters for Kathryn Janeway ("Year of Hell" Edition), and Nog ("Favor the Bold” Edition) from Wave Two of their highly anticipated Star Trek action figure line.

In 2024, Nacelle struck a deal with Paramount Global to create a new line of action figures based on the iconic Star Trek franchise. Nacelle's Star Trek line is inspired by some of the most beloved, fan-favorite characters and moments from Star Trek shows and films over most of its iconic run of nearly 60 years. These figures are highly collectible 1/12 scale action figures with interchangeable heads and hands, along with a slew of unique accessories.

Nacelle announced that Wave Three will feature the Star Trek cast in their duty uniforms, which includes:

Wave Four of Nacelle's Star Trek action figures will include:

Kathryn Janeway faces one of her greatest trials during the "Year of Hell," a brutal stretch of time in which the U.S.S. Voyager is relentlessly attacked by the Krenim Imperium. As her ship is battered and her crew endangered, Janeway demonstrates unwavering resolve, tactical brilliance, and deep personal sacrifice to protect her crew and mission. Operating with limited resources and overwhelming odds, she becomes a symbol of resilience, refusing to compromise her principles even when survival hangs by a thread.

Initially mischievous and directionless, Nog becomes the first Ferengi to join Starfleet, defying cultural expectations and forging his own path. Over time, he evolves into a brave and disciplined officer, earning the respect of his peers and commanding officers. His journey, from troublemaker to Starfleet lieutenant, makes him one of Deep Space Nine's most compelling and inspiring character arcs. Nog's story is one of growth, resilience, and the choice to be more than what others expect.

In October 2024, Nacelle announced the complete lineup for Wave One at New York Comic-Con, which included Edward Jellico from Star Trek: The Next Generation's "Chain of Command," Weyoun from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Rachel Garrett from Star Trek: The Next Generation "Yesterday's Enterprise," Hikaru Sulu from Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country, Peter Preston from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, Tuvix from Star Trek: Voyager "Tuvix," Valkris from Star Trek III: The Search for Spock, and Mirror Universe Archer from Star Trek: Enterprise's "In A Mirror, Darkly." Wave One is currently available to pre-order at NacelleStore.com, BigBadToyStore, Entertainment Earth and hundreds of independent toy stores in the United States, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, and Australia. 

"The excitement we've been hearing from fans about our new Star Trek line has exceeded all our expectations," said Nacelle CEO Brian Volk-Weiss. "In addition to the great news we shared today, we have something very special we're going to reveal on Sunday, so stay tuned!"