william Shatner, at age 94, injected some playful wit into a debate sparked by a suggestion from Stephen Miller that teh actor could revitalize the Star Trek franchise.

A Captain’s Cheeky Response to a Bold proposal

The exchange began after Miller criticized a clip from the new series, “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy,” and proposed Shatner take the helm creatively.

  • Last week, Stephen Miller shared a clip from “star Trek: Starfleet Academy” and voiced dissatisfaction with the show’s direction.
  • Miller suggested Paramount+ reconcile with Shatner and grant him full creative control.
  • Shatner responded with a humorous critique of future technology, specifically the lack of a cure for nearsightedness.
  • The exchange highlights ongoing discussions about the direction of the iconic science fiction series.

The back-and-forth began when the White House deputy chief of staff for policy shared a post from the X account End Wokeness featuring a clip from the new series,Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. The clip showcased cast members Tricia Black (playing Lt.Rork), Gina Yashere (Lura Thok), and Holly Hunter (Nahla Ake). The End wokeness post added the message, “Star Trek 2026 … Beyond parody …,” seemingly expressing disapproval of the performers’ appearances.

Miller wrote, “Tragic. But it’s not too late for @paramountplus to save the franchise. Step 1: Reconcile with @WilliamShatner and give him total creative control.”

On Monday, shatner responded on X, joking about the perceived issue with the scene, focusing on the fact that Hunter’s character wears glasses. “I am so on the same page with you @StephenM!” the actor wrote. “The fact that they have not cure hyperopia by the 32rd Century is an abysmal oversight on the writers!”

The actor, best known for his role as Captain Kirk, continued his playful reply: “Also @paramountplus needs to up the budget as I’m sure that a well oiled organization like Starfleet in the distant future could afford more than one pair of glasses for at least this hyperopic bridge crew. Do they pass the glasses around while piloting the ship‽ Shame on the line producers! That is what you meant, right‽ I am ready to assume command of the series! Call me!”