"Star Trek: Lower Decks" appears to be entering uncertain territory, according to its Showrunner, Mike McMahan. In a recent conversation with Cinema Blend, he revealed that the Star Trek universe is moving in a new, daring direction, which may result in an unexpected fate for various shows, including Lower Decks.

"Truth be told, these are unpredictable times, everything's changing and will continue to do so," he said. "Nothing is guaranteed. I don't have any unpleasant news to share, but fans should also not assume that their favorite shows will stick around unless they actively support and watch them."

"Star Trek: Lower Decks", an animated series launched in August 2020, has become quite popular among fans. The story revolves around the underdog crew members of the starship Cerritos, presenting it with a unique sense of humor and referencing plenty of Star Trek trivia. Despite its charm, there are hints that the fifth season, currently under production, might be the last we see of the Lower Decks team.

Star Trek is indeed in a weird place right now. There's a lot in the pipeline, including a new season of "Strange New Worlds", a "Starfleet Academy" show, and a "Section 31" film featuring Michelle Yeoh. However, some misfortunes have also occurred with "Star Trek Prodigy" being cancelled in June, and "Star Trek: Discovery" set to end in 2024.

Even "Star Trek: Picard" seems to be concluding with its third season, providing a clean ending for Picard. Patrick Stewart, the star of the show, said the series was always planned for a three-season run, but he remains hopeful for a potential follow-up film.

Fans wonder whether "Lower Decks" will survive the shifting landscape. It certainly has significant backing, but its future remains uncertain at least beyond its fifth season.

Our review of "Lower Decks" Season 4 awarded it an 8/10, stating the series has effectively expanded its storytelling in the fourth season by focusing on the career progression of the Beta Shift team. The deep and plentiful Star Trek references continue to be a major draw for fans. For more on Star Trek, keep an eye out for additional news, reviews, and features.