Star Trek 2 may not make its summer 2012 release date
Director J.J. Abrams has now expressed doubt about making the release himself, indicating they are more concerned with turning out a quality sequel than hitting the right date. Here's what he had to say below.
"I really don't know, we will see. We are working really hard to try and get that movie made as soon as possible, but we don't want to rush anything. The worst thing we could possibly do would be to put something into production to make a release date instead of a great movie."
He also said he's excited to get back to work on Star Trek 2, although the release date isn't the only thing he is unsure of. As of now, it seems J.J. Abrams won't make Star Trek 2 in 3D.
"I'm not yet considering it, but you know, I haven't gotten any phone call from people in suits. I know what's good for me."
We reported last month that screenwriters Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman are currently working on the Star Trek 2 script from a 70-page outline. Here's what J.J. Abrams had to say about getting back to work with the writers.
"The writers are hard at work on it, and I am excited about getting back to it. We are taking our time, though, because I really do want make sure we do something that is worthy of the first one."
Currently, Star Trek 2 will be released on June 29, 2012, although, if that changes, we'll be sure to keep you posted.
Star Trek 2 comes to theaters May 17th, 2013 and stars Zoe Saldana, Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Benedict Cumberbatch, Anton Yelchin, Simon Pegg, Karl Urban, John Cho. The film is directed by J.J. Abrams.
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fanboy
As as they make it great (which will happen as long as J.J. is part of it) then I don't mind it getting delayed.
12 months agoby @fanboyFlag
CelluloidDreams
Should I cry!??!
12 months agoby @2movieguysFlag
Mutant
You would think that after a year and a half, there would be an out line and half the script done by now. I want this out sometime in 2013.
12 months agoby @zenderFlag
Cheetoboy
With them taking there time with the script, I wonder if Zoe Saldana could audition for the female lead in Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained, I mean that is if doesn't conflict with Star Trek2 scheduling, but who knows.
12 months agoby @cheetoboyFlag
J.P.
@rudy It will come out in 2012 but it may not hit until christmas like what was intended for the first until that got pushed back.
12 months agoby @jptheredskullFlag
skywise
I like the fact that that they are saying it wont be in 3D but i bet the studio heads will have something to say about that when the time comes. Just because he isnt going to shoot in 3D doesnt mean it wont be converted.
12 months agoby @skywiseFlag
Nautical
Thats awesome. I REALLY hope its in 3D.
12 months agoby @nautical05Flag
Bane5000
As long as its as good as the first, i dont mind it missing its estimated release date
12 months agoby @bane5000Flag
Rudy
Why is everybody calling it Star Trek 2?? It's Star Trek XII damn it. 8D
12 months agoby @rudyFlag
Rudy
Good!! No 3D, but NOOOO it HAS to come out in 2012, IT HAS TO!!
12 months agoby @rudyFlag
Lastwerdz
"We are taking our time developing the most advanced LENS FLARE techniques"
12 months agoby @lastwerdzFlag
TheMime
They should take their time on this one...... if they feel they couldn't make the deadline, then move the due-date back..... fans (like myself) would prefer they move back the due-date and bring out something awesome than sticking to it and having to watch one of the greatest franchise go down in ruins..... "Take your time"
12 months agoby @themimeFlag
moviegeek
I hope this comes out in the holiday season of 2012.
12 months agoby @moviegeekFlag
K-Man
See, this is what a truly great director does.....he takes he time to ensure a quality product. I friggin love this guy and cant wait for Star Trek 2. I also cant wait for this Thursday night when we will finally get to see a truly great movie this summer with Super 8!!!
J.J. is the man! If they do push Star Trek back.....I hope it for the 2012 holiday season and not all the way to 2013!
Either way, very excited for this!
12 months agoby @k-manFlag
Jcberry526
rome was not build in a day, take your time and the end result will be epic (fingers crossed)
12 months agoby @jcberry526Flag
Kure
they will not move it to 2013. it will be either november or december.
12 months agoby @kureFlag
aceinthehole12
November or December 2012 wouldn't be a bad release.
12 months agoby @aceinthehole12Flag
MovieManiac
Great news. I would rather have a great movie come out later than a sh*t movie come out earlier. Besides, i love the anticipation.
12 months agoby @moviemaniac66Flag
LuxoIII
As much as it pains me to say it, I'm glad they're willing to postpone until 2013 so we can get a good, potentially great, sequel.
12 months agoby @brady1138Flag
Worth5Bucks
jj abrams is such a good director. There have been so many articles that people would normally naturally thumb down by the title, but jj always has such a great response that we thumb it up anyway.
12 months agoby @mattbierwagenFlag
Jimthar
please god, no 3D. other than that, i have complete faith that this will be an awesome movie. this, batman 3, and the new bond are my "cant wait" movies for next year. bring it on!
12 months agoby @jimtharFlag
Bawnian©-Dexeus
"I know what's good for me." Ageeed. Do your best, no rush.
12 months agoby @bawnian-dexeusFlag
Dan
This is a bit of old news, but I absolutely agree with Abrams. 100 percent. Take your time, maybe make it a holiday 2012 release. It'll be all the better for it.
12 months agoby @dan1Flag