Fri Feb 28 01:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Shatner in Talks to Resurrect Captain Kirk in New Star Trek Project
**Los Angeles, CA** – William Shatner, the iconic actor who portrayed Captain James T. Kirk in the original *Star Trek* series, has revealed he is in negotiations with Paramount to reprise his legendary role. The 93-year-old actor confirmed the news via Twitter, stating he’s been approached to “resurrect Kirk,” leaving the possibility open for a return to the beloved franchise.
While details remain scarce, Shatner’s announcement sparked immediate excitement among *Star Trek* fans. The actor, who famously portrayed Kirk’s death in *Star Trek: Generations* (1994), previously expressed openness to the idea, suggesting various possibilities, including de-aging technology, cryogenic preservation, or even time travel and multiverse storylines.
The news comes at a time of significant change for the *Star Trek* franchise. Paramount recently cancelled *Star Trek: Discovery* and *Star Trek: Lower Decks*, and the recent *Section 31* film received negative reviews. However, *Star Trek: Strange New Worlds* continues, with season three slated for release this year and a fourth season already confirmed. The impending acquisition of Paramount by Skydance Media, owned by David Ellison – reportedly a major fan of the franchise – further fuels speculation of a potential *Star Trek* reboot.
Whether this will involve a full-fledged return or a smaller role remains unclear. Shatner himself emphasized that the project’s future is still uncertain. However, given the franchise’s history of resurrecting characters, such as Spock, the possibility of Captain Kirk’s return is far from impossible, leaving fans eagerly anticipating further announcements from Paramount.
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