Patrick Stewart Is Returning as Jean-Luc Picard In New 'Star Trek' Show One of Star Trek's most cerebral and diplomatic captains, Jean-Luc Picard, is coming back to TV. Actor Patrick Stewart has confirmed he will headline a new Star Trek series slated to air on CBS All Access. The project will not be a reboot of
The Next Generation, where Stewart first appeared as Picard. Instead, the series will be an exploration of the “next chapter in Picard’s life." Star Trek: Discovery showrunner Alex Kurtzman will serve as executive producer on the new series. As of now, there is no release date or a title set for the show.