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Starfleet Academy Star Defends Show Against Rude Fans
4 Apr
Summary
- Kerrice Brooks left social media due to negative fan reactions.
- Fans criticized the show for being "too woke" and for diversity.
- Season 2 is anticipated in 2027, with the franchise's future uncertain.
Kerrice Brooks, who starred as SAM in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, revealed her struggles with the show's fan reception. Brooks shared that the negative input from viewers, particularly criticism labeling the series as "too woke," led her to disengage from social media during Season 1's release.
Brooks expressed frustration with fans who approached her directly to voice their dislike of the series. She suggested that such criticisms should be more constructive or that viewers should seek other content if unsatisfied. This sentiment comes at a precarious time for the Star Trek franchise, as its future direction remains unclear.
Starfleet Academy was developed as an effort to attract a younger demographic, addressing concerns that the Star Trek fandom is aging. Despite these intentions, the show reportedly did not achieve the desired viewership. With no new shows currently announced and Alex Kurtzman's contract potentially ending, the leadership of Star Trek television is also in flux. Season 2 of Starfleet Academy is slated for a 2027 release, with hopes for greater clarity on the franchise's path by then.
