There was a lot of Star Trek news coming out of San Diego Comic-Con, but the biggest news was lifting the veil off of Star Trek: Picard, with a star-studded panel headed by Sir Patrick Stewart and the release of a trailer and images from the show. Over the weekend and this week, there have been some reactions to the news from well-known Trek luminaries along with panelists sharing more behind-the-scenes moments from SDCC. We have curated some of the highlights.
Cast reads fan tweets
Members of the cast gathered after the Star Trek Universe panel to read fan tweets for a CBS video released yesterday.
"That just made me cry." @SirPatStew, @JeriLRyan, @BrentSpiner, and @JonathanDelArco read real fan reactions to the #StarTrekPicard trailer.
Watch it to find out if they read your tweet. #SDCC #StarTrekSDCC pic.twitter.com/yRTnc3baGY— Star Trek on Paramount+ (@StarTrekOnPPlus) July 24, 2019
And today they posted more with the cast talking about what it’s like to be part of Picard.
"Star Trek fans are like nothing in the world. They are so passionate and so loyal and so dedicated." @SirPatStew, @JeriLRyan, @BrentSpiner, and @JonathanDelArco share their feelings about the #StarTrekPicard @Comic_Con panel. #SDCC #StarTrekSDCC pic.twitter.com/kuSY7W2PZS
— Star Trek on CBS All Access (@startrekcbs) July 25, 2019
Ryan confirms she is in multiple episodes
Jeri Ryan posted the fan reaction video to her Instagram yesterday, and when a fan commented he thought she was only in one episode, she replied he was wrong.
Frakes and Sirtis celebrate the return of Riker and Troi
One of the reveals from the SDCC Picard panel was that both Jonathan Frakes (Will Riker) and Marina Sirtis (Deanna Troi) will appear in Star Trek: Picard. Both took to social media to celebrate with fans.
I’ve managed to keep this secret for months but now I can confirm, Troi and Riker are back!!! #StarTrekPicard #Picard https://t.co/C2GDIOZIjc
— Marina Sirtis (@Marina_Sirtis) July 21, 2019
True story. So glad the cat is out of the bag https://t.co/IQb86EaDFo
— Jonathan Frakes (@jonathansfrakes) July 21, 2019
Behind the scenes with Sir Pat
Patrick Stewart shared behind the scenes videos of his visit to San Diego Comic-Con both before and after the event.
Yesterday’s car ride to San Diego. See you soon, #ComicCon. #StarTrekPicard #SDCC2019 #SDCC pic.twitter.com/iXY6MADsAo
— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) July 20, 2019
We never know, do we, when our best moment will be. Behind the scenes at #ComicCon for #StarTrekPicard. pic.twitter.com/L5WtjoBbNF
— Patrick Stewart (@SirPatStew) July 24, 2019
More Ryan and Spiner share their SDCC shenanigans
Brent Spiner and Jeri Ryan surprised the SDCC crowd by showing up in the Picard trailer and on the panel. The pair have also shared their appreciation about being part of the show and some behind-the-scenes shots on social media.
So grateful for everyone’s support on Star Trek Picard. Truly the greatest fans! In fact, I’m so moved, I’m going to tell you the entire plot of the series!
— Brent Spiner (@BrentSpiner) July 23, 2019
Shenanigans with the boys 🌊 @BrentSpiner @JonathanDelArco #EWComicCon pic.twitter.com/8iVbmNvEJ4
— Jeri Ryan (@JeriLRyan) July 23, 2019
You guys, I can’t tell you how much it means to see so much love & excitement for Seven’s return to the ST universe!
You really are the best fans in existence.
Full stop. 💖❤️🖖🏻❤️💖#StarTrekPicard— Jeri Ryan (@JeriLRyan) July 22, 2019
So fun giving the fans a second surprise Saturday! :-) Watch the full video at https://t.co/wZ8O1n03Uz 🖖🏻❤️#Repost @startrek with get_repost
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The #StarTrekPicard cast dropped by to surprise fans – tap the link in bio for… https://t.co/pOhcxNXSYz— Jeri Ryan (@JeriLRyan) July 22, 2019
Pure joy to share this experience with my dear friend @JonathanDelArco ❤️❤️❤️ #theBorgarebackbaby @startrekcbs #StarTrekPicard pic.twitter.com/ucaMDzdUwq
— Jeri Ryan (@JeriLRyan) July 22, 2019
Spinning Picard
Amazon (who will stream Picard outside the USA and Canada) also shared fun videos with the cast.
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Seven of Nine, Hugh and Elnor 💫
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Welcome to the #StarTrekPicard family 🌟
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Coming to Prime Video UK in 2020. 🖖 The journey continues…
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Behind the scenes with the new cast
CBS released a brief video with the new cast talking about their experience on Picard and at Comic-Con.
Every crew is a family. The #StarTrekPicard cast discuss what it feels like to join the #StarTrekFamily. #SDCC #StarTrekSDCC pic.twitter.com/tZsiRzzTXz
— Star Trek on CBS All Access (@startrekcbs) July 22, 2019
They also talked about what it is like to work with showrunner Michael Chabon.
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Michelle Hurd (Raffi Musiker) shared some fun behind-the-scenes photos of the Picard cast at SDCC, often expressing her love for her castmates.
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Isa Briones and Alison Pill….Ummm I think I'm in love with both of you.. YUP, I definitely am!!🥰😘🥰😘 pic.twitter.com/TQjRIuyB7W
— Michelle Hurd (@ItsMichelleHurd) July 22, 2019
Santiago Cabrera (Chris Rios) chimed in.
Alison Pill (Dr. Agnes Jurati) shared another shot of the new cast for the show backstage at SDCC.
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@comic_con crew. #sdcc @startrek
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Isa Briones (Dahj) posted a picture of herself on stage, noting that she never stopped smiling all day.
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Picard crew
Some members of the Picard team shared bits on social media as well, starting with showrunner Michael Chabon, who showed off his TNG LCARS design for his Apple Watch ahead of the panel.
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Almost time for the #startrekpicard panel! #sdcc #hallh
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And this week, Discovery composer Jeff Russo revealed how thrilled he is to be scoringPicard as well.
Proverbial cat/bag scenario… I am so thrilled about this show, it’s insane.. #StarTrekPicard #Engage #TooManyHashtagsToFitInOneTweet https://t.co/ZtG2gzrqlU
— Jeff Russo (@jeffersonrusso) July 23, 2019
Creature/Alien designer Neville Page revealed that he is involved in Picard, expressing how fun it was to work on Seven.
7 of 9! That was fun to design! But, really, you could glue a screw to her head and Jeri would still be an amazing 7 of 9. https://t.co/kPQIMrMrWk
— Neville Page (@NevillePage) July 21, 2019
Trek Celebs
A few Star Trek celebrities added their voices to the excitement over the new show.
Very exciting developments afoot!! https://t.co/jQWYOY76i7
— Robert Picardo (@RobertPicardo) July 22, 2019
Looks like the band is getting back together, taking it on the road! Awesome! https://t.co/FbEdPNnfgz
— Denise Crosby (@TheDeniseCrosby) July 23, 2019
I’m excited to see those characters again. Maybe #dax can counsel #Troi ?!
Plus, I’m looking forward to drinks on @Marina_Sirtis when I see her next. 😉🍷🖖🏼❤️ https://t.co/pbamw5Esg3— Nicole deBoer (@Nikki_deboer) July 21, 2019
Notable Treksperts weigh in
Also responding to all the Trek news were some well-known figures in Star Trek including writer Dayton Ward and Larry “Dr. Trek” Nemecek.
Well, I suspect this will cause absolutely no fan reaction whatsoever.#StarTrek#StarTrekPicardhttps://t.co/ydgrRetbd6
— Dayton Ward (@daytonward) July 20, 2019
THIS IS WHAT I’VE BEEN SAYING. https://t.co/c4G4Y54rtU
— Larry Nemecek (@larrynemecek) July 21, 2019
More SDCC 2019
Check out the rest of our San Diego Comic-Con 2019 coverage, and stay tuned to TrekMovie for even more.
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