JJ Abrams Will Produce ‘Star Trek 3’; 2015 Not Locked For ‘Star Wars VII’
Perhaps the biggest entertainment news to come out of last week was the announcement ofJ.J. Abramsas the director ofStar Wars Episode VII, after months of rumor and speculation. But as excited as fans were to hear the news, it raised a few questions as well.
First and foremost is what this means for the future ofStar Trek. His involvement inStar Warswould seem to complicate his involvement in futureStar Trekinstallments, if not preempt it altogether. Then there’s the matter of his busy schedule. Abrams had enough on his plate even before theEpisode IIhiring was announced, so that targeted 2015 release date could prove difficult to hit. As of now, it looks like the answers are that Abrams will produce the nextStar Trek— and that there’s no promiseEpisode VIIwill hit in 2015 after all. Hit the jump to keep reading.
Although Moore wouldn’t rule out the possibility of Abrams directing the nextStar Trek, realistically, it seems much more likely he’ll hand the reins to someone else. TheLATspeculates that one of Abrams' frequent associates could get the job, such asDamon Lindelof,Roberto Orci,Alex Kurtzman, orMatt Reeves. It’ll likely be some time before we find out for certain, though, asStar Trek Into Darknessisn’t even hitting theaters untilMay 17.
As for when he’ll have time to help out withStar TrekandMission: Impossiblewhile also delivering a newStar Warsmovie,THRreports that Abrams hasn’t actually committed to the previously announced 2015 date yet. That means the release could still be pushed back if necessary, and considering Abrams' schedule it very well may be. In addition to his two Paramount franchises, Abrams is also involved with several TV pilots in consideration for the 2013 fall season.
