8 Ways Star Trek Just Isn't Star Trek Anymore

1. Because It Has To Be

Whether you're a Trek fan or not, it's pretty clear that Star Trek had to change in order stay relevant. Not that Star Trek doesn't have a kind of timeless relevance already about it, but it had been dangerously absent from the conversation for years until before the Abrams films, and non-existent on TV for the better half of a decade until Discovery came around.

There's also the fact that this new approach has been largely vindicated by consistent box-office receipts, positive critical reception and the fact that Star Trek, although always a cultural phenomenon, is experiencing a resurgence. Without those changes it's possible that this wouldn't have happened, and whether you're a fan of these new shows or not, it's imperative that Star Trek continues to feature everywhere it can.

It might not push all the right buttons all the time, but the Trek of today - while different to the Trek of old - is every bit as exciting, compelling and progressive as the original Roddenberry concept.

How do you feel about Star Trek today? Have you noticed any changes? Be sure to share your thoughts in the comments below!