

STAR TREK BEYOND CAST SERIES
Nimoy reprised his role as the famous Vulcan in the past two “Trek” films, serving as a link between the original series and the reboot by interacting with his rebooted counterpart, played by Zachary Quinto.Īt a fan event at Paramount Studios to promote the new film, Quinto joined Nimoy’s family in a tribute to the late actor.

“Beyond” screenwriters Doug Jung and Simon Pegg also acknowledge the passing of original Spock actor Leonard Nimoy in the film. Kirk Zachary Quinto Commander Spock Karl Urban Doctor Bones McCoy Zoe Saldana Lieutenant Uhura Simon Pegg. Chekov helps Captain Kirk ( Chris Pine) find the rest of his crew after the Enterprise crash lands on a mysterious planet.

As the Enterprise’s Russian navigator Pavel Chekov, Yelchin plays a prominent role in the new film. The lead-up to the premiere of “Beyond” has been more muted than those of its preceding films, in part because the cast and crew are mourning Anton Yelchin, who died in an auto-related accident in June. After the Enterprise dives through colorful nebulas, a memorial message silently appears: “In Loving Memory of Leonard Nimoy.” Then, a moment later, comes a second message: “For Anton.”Īlso Read: JJ Abrams: 'There's No Re-Casting' Anton Yelchin Role in 'Star Trek' Series The credits include a simple but tender tribute to the two “Trek” stars who recently passed away. 'Star Trek Beyond' Cast Says There's No 'Spat' with George Takei Over Gay Sulu: 'It's a Great Discussion to Have' Star Trek Beyond co-writer and star Simon Pegg said he and George Takei 'email all. But you will see something more emotional. If you stay through the credits of “Star Trek Beyond,” you won’t get a Marvel-esque peak at the next film in the franchise.
