As fans eagerly await the July 1 premiere of Star Trek: Prodigy‘s second season, TrekMovie recently spoke with the show’s co-creators and executive producers, Dan and Kevin Hageman. While they provided some insight into the upcoming season, their comments on the possibility of a third season have particularly caught the attention of Trekkies.
Transition From Season 1 To Season 2
Kevin Hageman emphasized that the show remains accessible for newcomers unfamiliar with Star Trek. He noted, The quintessential part was: this is a show for new people who don’t know anything about Star Trek.
Major elements like Tribbles and Vulcans will continue, keeping the essence of what makes Star Trek iconic. He also highlighted new developments, including Gwyn’s journey to present-day Solum and Chakotay’s future on Solum, making this a season marked by time travel.
A New Direction For Season 2
In season one, characters often felt like they were being chased constantly. Dan Hageman remarked that season two will shift direction, Season 2 is a little bit more of The Odyssey where they have a journey to make
. The new season is set to be more serialized with two-parter episodes, especially in its latter half.
Addressing Time Travel Complexity
The producers openly discussed their hesitation about time travel narratives. Kevin Hageman admitted they initially struggled with this direction but gained confidence after consulting with their astrophysicist advisor, Dr. Erin Macdonald. He said, We drew it out and she worked on it and she’s like, ‘Yes, this can work.’
Season Two Binge-Watch Experience
The entire 20-episode drop on Netflix allows for binge-watching. Kevin Hageman believes this format suits the story better than weekly releases. I think it’s going to be a more satisfying experience to be able to watch more together.
Outlook On Season Three
The Hagemans shared cautious optimism regarding a third season. Kevin noted that securing another season on Netflix requires not just good performance but exceptional engagement: It’s not about doing well; it has to do gangbusters.
They also highlighted that with 40 episodes already created, the key question is whether there’s substantial audience appetite for more Prodigy.
Alternatives If Season Three Isn’t Greenlit
If a third season doesn’t come through, other possibilities remain open. Kevin mentioned a potential animated film sequel as an option. Dan expressed hope, explaining that despite challenges, Prodigy has a versatile foundation: When the streaming wars dust settles … someone has that choice of ‘what do we want to continue on Star Trek?’
Respecting Star Trek Canon
The creators emphasized their deep respect for Star Trek lore and its fans. Dan mentioned, this is canon and the next chapter in Star Trek.
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