description Star Trek: Discovery Overview
Star Trek: Discovery is an American science fiction television series debuting in 2017. It chronicles the adventures of the crew aboard the starship Discovery, set approximately a decade prior to Star Trek: The Original Series within the 23rd century. The show’s timeline expands to include storylines beginning in the 32nd century.
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When does Star Trek: Discovery take place in the timeline?
The series initially takes place roughly a decade before the events of *Star Trek: The Original Series*, set in the 23rd century. Later seasons involve a massive time jump to the 32nd century, separating the crew from classic Star Trek eras.
Who plays the main character Michael Burnham in Star Trek: Discovery?
The series stars Sonequa Martin-Green as Commander (and later Captain) Michael Burnham. She is the first Black woman to lead a Star Trek television series as the primary protagonist.
What network or platform airs Star Trek: Discovery?
The show premiered on the CBS network in 2017 before moving exclusively to the CBS All Access streaming platform. It eventually became the flagship original series for Paramount+ after the platform was rebranded.
Why do characters in Star Trek: Discovery use holographic communication instead of view screens?
The show introduced holographic communication as a more advanced technology than the standard 2D view screens seen in *The Original Series*. The creators admitted this was primarily a stylistic choice, and they later scaled it back to better fit established canon.
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