[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for the Star Trek: Discovery series finale “Life, Itself.”]
“Let’s fly.” Star Trek: Discovery ends as expected, with Admiral Michael Burnham (Sonequa Martin-Green) in the captain’s chair, in the future. The leap into her future, including a dream-like scene of Michael with the rest of the crew when they were younger, was added post-cancellation news. Before that, Michael faces a decision about the Progenitors’ tech and attends Saru’s (Doug Jones) and T’Rina’s (Tara Rosling) wedding. Additionally, Michael discovers Kovich’s (David Cronenberg) true name: Agent Daniels, a temporal agent from Enterprise.
Executive producer Michelle Paradise breaks down the finale, the Kovich reveal, and potential plans for a sixth season below.
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Michelle Paradise shares insights into the last-minute coda filmed after news of the show’s cancellation, the original ending, and what a potential sixth season could have entailed. The closure for Burnham and the ship Discovery was essential, wrapping up their respective storylines in a satisfying manner.
Regarding Kovich’s identity reveal, Paradise explains the process behind integrating Agent Daniels from previous Star Trek incarnations into the narrative, providing depth and intrigue to the character.
Paradise also discusses possibilities for the characters post-finale, acknowledging the unexplored time gaps and potential spinoffs. While no concrete plans are revealed, the focus remains on concluding existing story arcs effectively.
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The interview with Paradise delves into the emotional aspects of wrapping up Star Trek: Discovery, highlighting the camaraderie and dedication of the cast and crew. While no concrete plans for a revival are mentioned, Paradise reflects on the show’s impact and legacy, expressing gratitude for the experience.
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