Summary
Star Trekis bringing fans a new movie inStar Trek: Section 31which will feature several well-loved characters in the franchise, including Captain Rachel Garrett.
Star Trek: Section 31is a secret organization in theStar Trekuniverse. It is portrayed as a covert operations and intelligence agency that functions inside the United Federation of Planets. In contrast to Starfleet’s idealistic and utopian ideals,Section 31is prepared to use dubious methods and transgress moral standards in order to further the Federation’s objectives and fans will see all of these in Michelle Yeoh’s anticipated movieStar Trek: Section 31. Aside from the exciting plot, theStar Trek: Discovery’sspinoff will feature several extras fromStar Trekaliens and the return of some favorite characters, including Garrett, previously played by Tricia O’Neal. The character was first introduced inStar Trek: The Next Generation"Yesterday’s Enterprise" in 1990. It was also the last time she was seen, so many were surprised by Garrett’s return to the franchise inSection 31because she hadn’t been seen for decades.
Kacey Rohl’s casting inStar Trek: Section 31was reported in January, but it wasn’t until recently that her character was confirmed. Rohl will be playing a younger version of Garrett, the captain of the USS Enterprise-C, a predecessor to the USS Enterprise-D. She responded to a distress call and ordered the Enterprise to engage with the attackers – four Romulan Warbirds – at Narendra III.
Screenwriter Craig Sweeny admitted to Variety that he aimed to “deliver an entertaining experience” in the upcoming film that is true to theStar Treklore and would appeal to potential new fans. The addition of Garrett would give old fans a good feeling because the character was familiar to them. On the other hand, the new audience doesn’t have to worry if they do not know the character because they will not miss anything if they fail to notice it. According to Alex Kurtzman, theStar Trekexecutive producer, they have to deliver to their primary fans while winning new audiences to ensure the future of the franchise.
Kurtzman said this about pleasing their fanbase.
You cannot create new fans to the exclusion of old fans. You must serve your primary fan base first and you must keep them happy. That is one of the most important steps to building new fans.
Garrett was a fearless and bold captain. Shemade a sacrificeto end the Federation’s war with the Klingon Empire by defending the latter atJean-Luc Picard’s advice. Picard told her that sacrificing a Federation Starship to defend the Klingon outpost from the Romulans would be seen by the Empire as an honorable act and could potentially end their feud with the Klingon Empire. Garret did what she needed to do, even if it cost her life. Her sacrifice moved solidStar Trekfans and she made a mark on the franchise despite her brief appearance. A younger version will also be a treat for fans who want to know more about the backstory of the brave captain.
Additionally, Garrett’s return inStar Trek: Section 31could be revisited in the context ofSection 31’s clandestine operations. Given Garrett’s reputation as a skilled and courageous captain, her involvement withSection 31could add an intriguing dimension to the organization’s activities.Section 31is a secretive and covert organization within Starfleet that operates outside the bounds of traditionalStarfleet regulations to protect the Federation’s interestsand Garrett’s sacrifice was a perfect example of that. Garrett had to be the sacrificial lamb in order to keep the Federation solid.
Star Trek: Section 31is expected to hit theaters in 2026.
Star Trek
Star Trek is a space exploration franchise originally created by Gene Roddenberry. The series has spanned shows like The Original Series, The Next Generation, and Voyager. More recently, developer Scopely came out with Star Trek Fleet Command, a mobile title where you get to be captain of your own ship.
