Can you imagine a universe without a new 'Star Trek' on the horizon?

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As Star Trek celebrates its 60th birthday, the long-running franchise is also grappling with the challenges of timing and technology.

"Its audience is aging," says Strange New Worlds star Anson Mount.

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  • As Star Trek celebrates its 60th birthday, the long-running franchise is also grappling with the challenges of timing and technology.
  • Reported by NPR Top and published Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:00:00 UTC.

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