Elon Musk Roasts New Star Trek Spin-Off “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy”
Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of companies like Tesla and SpaceX, recently took a playful jab at the upcoming Star Trek spin-off series, titled Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. Scheduled to premiere on Paramount+ this month with weekly episodes, the series promises to introduce viewers to a young group of cadets pursuing a common dream of hope and optimism.
On January 11, 2026, Musk reacted to a teaser clip from the sci-fi series on X, where he humorously remarked, “Turns out they banned Ozempic and LASIK in the future lol.” This lighthearted quip seemed to poke fun at the futuristic setting of the show.
Announced back in 2023, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is co-showrun by Alex Kurtzman and Noga Landau, known for their work on other Star Trek projects. The series aims to capture the spirit of the original 1960s Star Trek series by following a new generation of cadets as they navigate challenges and adventures in the 32nd century.
Featuring a star-studded cast including Holly Hunter, Bella Shepard, and George Hawkins, the show went into production in 2024. Notably, Star Trek veteran Robert Picardo will be reprising his role as the Doctor from Star Trek: Voyager in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.
According to Entertainment Weekly, the series will focus on the first class at Starfleet Academy in 150 years, offering viewers a fresh perspective on the iconic Star Trek universe. Kurtzman and Landau have described the show as a blend of wish fulfillment and coming-of-age stories with a uniquely Star Trek twist, promising a mix of adventure, romance, and alien encounters.
In a nod to Musk’s previous mention in the Star Trek universe, the tech mogul was name-dropped in a 2017 episode of Star Trek: Discovery. In this episode, Musk was likened to historical figures like the Wright Brothers and Zefram Cochrane, highlighting his influence in the realm of space exploration and technological innovation.
While Musk has expressed his fondness for Star Trek in the past, his playful roast of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy adds a new dimension to his relationship with the iconic sci-fi franchise. As fans eagerly await the premiere of the new series, Musk’s humorous take on the futuristic world of Star Trek only adds to the excitement surrounding this latest addition to the beloved franchise.
