Stephen Colbert Joins Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Series as Digital Dean of Students

Stephen Colbert Joins Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Series as Digital Dean of Students

Stephen Colbert recently announced his involvement in the upcoming Star Trek: Starfleet Academy series during a virtual appearance at New York Comic Con. The Late Show host shared his excitement about voicing the role of the Digital Dean of Students in the show, which is set to premiere on Paramount+ on January 15. Colbert expressed his love for the Star Trek universe and humorously mentioned his relief at not needing to spend hours in hair and makeup for this role.

The Star Trek: Starfleet Academy series follows a group of young cadets as they strive to become Starfleet officers. The show explores themes of friendship, rivalry, love, and the challenges they face in a new enemy threat. The cast includes Holly Hunter, Sandro Rosta, Karim Diané, Kerrice Brooks, George Hawkins, Bella Shepard, Zoë Steiner, and Paul Giamatti, with Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau serving as co-showrunners and executive producers.

Fans can look forward to new episodes of Starfleet Academy streaming on Paramount+ every Thursday, leading up to the season finale on March 12. Colbert's involvement in the series adds to the anticipation surrounding the show's premiere. Don't miss out on this exciting new addition to the Star Trek universe and join the cadets on their journey to becoming Starfleet officers.