Star Trek Sets in Toronto: A Look at the Dismantling of Iconic Locations
For almost a decade, various "Star Trek" TV series sets have been located in Toronto, including the iconic Enterprise bridge used in "Star Trek: Discovery" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds". Recently, reports indicate that the sets for "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" are being dismantled at Pinewood Studios Toronto and CBS Stages Canada in Mississauga, respectively. An auction for pieces of the sets is said to be taking place, raising questions about the potential for a "Star Trek: Year One" series that was previously discussed.
The crew members have started the process of derigging and dismantling the elaborate sets, including the multi-storey atrium and Athena's bridge from "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy". At CBS Stages Canada, sets like the bridge, Captain Pike's ready room, Science Lab, and Captain Pike's quarters from "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" are also being taken down. The fate of these sets, whether they will be part of the auction or not, remains unclear.
As the 60th anniversary of "Star Trek" is being celebrated this year, the dismantling of these sets marks a significant moment in the franchise's history. With new shows and films in production, the removal of these sets may signal the end of an era for fans and creators alike.