Amazon Prime Video UK Releases Trailer & Key Art for Star Trek: Lower Decks

Amazon Prime Video UK has unveiled the official trailer and key art for the animated series Star Trek: Lower Decks, set to premiere on Friday, 22 January 2021. The series, developed by Emmy Award winner Mike McMahan (Rick and Morty, Solar Opposites), offers a comedic take on life aboard one of Starfleet’s least important ships, the U.S.S. Cerritos. The show follows the support crew—Ensigns Mariner, Boimler, Rutherford, and Tendi—as they navigate their duties and personal lives in the year 2380.

The newly released trailer provides a glimpse into the series’ unique blend of humor and science fiction, showcasing the quirky dynamics among the crew members and their interactions with various alien species and Starfleet protocols. The key art features the main characters in their distinctive uniforms, set against the backdrop of the Cerritos, highlighting the show’s vibrant animation style and the vastness of space.

Star Trek: Lower Decks is the first animated series in the Star Trek franchise to be produced for an adult audience, distinguishing itself from previous animated entries. The series combines the rich lore of the Star Trek universe with a fresh, comedic perspective, appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers to the franchise. The animation is provided by Titmouse, known for their work on other adult animated series, ensuring a high-quality visual experience.

The cast includes Tawny Newsome as Ensign Beckett Mariner, Jack Quaid as Ensign Brad Boimler, Noël Wells as Ensign D’Vana Tendi, and Eugene Cordero as Ensign Sam Rutherford. Supporting voices feature Dawnn Lewis as Captain Carol Freeman, Jerry O’Connell as Commander Jack Ransom, Fred Tatasciore as Lieutenant Shaxs, and Gillian Vigman as Dr. T’Ana. The ensemble brings to life the diverse and dynamic characters that populate the Cerritos.

The series is produced by CBS Studios’ Eye Animation Productions, Secret Hideout, and Roddenberry Entertainment. The show’s development was announced in 2018, with production commencing shortly thereafter. The collaboration between experienced creators and animators has resulted in a series that honors the Star Trek legacy while introducing a new, humorous angle to the franchise.

Star Trek: Lower Decks is set to stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, with all ten episodes of the first season available from the premiere date. The series has already been renewed for a second season, reflecting the positive reception and anticipation among audiences. Fans can look forward to more adventures and comedic escapades as the crew of the Cerritos continues their journey through the cosmos.

For viewers in the UK, the release of Star Trek: Lower Decks offers a new and exciting addition to the Star Trek universe. The series’ unique approach and engaging storytelling promise to provide entertainment and insight into the lives of Starfleet’s unsung heroes.

As the premiere date approaches, fans and newcomers alike can prepare for a fresh take on the Star Trek saga, filled with humor, heart, and the boundless possibilities of space exploration.