Production is now underway for the highly anticipated movie 'Star Trek: Section 31,' an exciting addition to the Paramount+ lineup. The film stars the talented Michelle Yeoh, who will be reprising her role as Emperor Philippa Georgiou. Fans will recognize Georgiou from her memorable portrayal in the first season of 'Star Trek: Discovery.'
In 'Star Trek: Section 31,' Georgiou finds herself working as an agent for the enigmatic Federation spy group known as Section 31. After crossing over from the Mirror Universe, she now faces the challenging task of protecting the United Federation of Planets. However, she is also burdened with confronting the sins of her past.
Joining Yeoh in this thrilling adventure are a talented ensemble cast. Omari Hardwick ('Power'), Kacey Rohl ('Hannibal'), Sam Richardson ('Ted Lasso'), Sven Ruygrok ('One Piece'), Robert Kazinsky ('Pacific Rim'), Humberly Gonzalez ('Ginny & Georgia'), and James Hiroyuki Liao ('Barry') have all been announced as part of the film's cast. The addition of these new characters promises an engaging and dynamic story within the expansive 'Trek' universe.
Excitement is in the air as principal photography has officially begun on 'Star Trek: Section 31.' Executive producer Alex Kurtzman expressed his enthusiasm, stating, 'And we're off to the races! Thrilled to report principal photography has started on 'Star Trek: Section 31.' We welcome our incredible cast of new characters as they join our beloved Michelle Yeoh on her next wild adventure across the 'Trek' universe.'
Rumors of a Section 31 project led by Yeoh began swirling after the conclusion of the first season of 'Discovery.' A deleted scene hinted at Georgiou being recruited by a member of the secretive intelligence organization on the Klingon homeworld. Section 31 was initially introduced in the 'Star Trek' series 'Deep Space Nine' and has since made appearances in 'Enterprise,' 'Discovery,' 'Lower Decks,' 'Picard,' and the film 'Into Darkness.'
'Star Trek: Section 31' boasts a talented creative team. Craig Sweeny serves as the writer and executive producer, while Olatunde Osunsanmi takes on the role of director and executive producer. Yeoh will not only star in the film but also hold the title of executive producer. The esteemed Alex Kurtzman and Aaron Baiers executive produce through Secret Hideout, joined by Rod Rodenberry and Trevor Roth of Rodenberry Entertainment, and Frank Siracusa and John Weber.
Produced by CBS Studios, 'Star Trek: Section 31' brings together a group of individuals under overall deals with CBS Studios, including Sweeny, Osunsanmi, and Kurtzman. This collaboration promises to deliver an exceptional cinematic experience for 'Star Trek' fans and sci-fi enthusiasts alike.
With production officially underway, 'Star Trek: Section 31' holds the promise of adventure, intrigue, and a deep exploration of Georgiou's character. As fans eagerly await further updates, anticipation grows for this exciting addition to the groundbreaking 'Trek' franchise.
