Jonathan Frakes’ 9-Year Star Trek Directing Streak Ends in 2027

Jonathan Frakes, beloved as Commander William Riker and a prolific director in the Star Trek universe, has maintained an unbroken record of directing at least one Star Trek episode or movie every year since 2018. This impressive nine-year run includes work on Star Trek: Discovery, Picard, Strange New Worlds, and Lower Decks, showcasing his versatility across live-action and animation. However, with no announced Star Trek directing projects for 2027, Frakes’ annual streak is set to conclude. The break comes as the franchise shifts focus toward new series like Starfleet Academy and the Section 31 movie, which have tapped other directors. Frakes’ contributions have been pivotal in shaping modern Trek’s visual and narrative style, earning him fan acclaim and industry respect. While his consecutive-year record ends, Frakes remains an integral part of the Star Trek family, and his future involvement—whether in front of or behind the camera—is highly anticipated by fans eager for his next chapter.