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Simon Pegg Calls Tarantino's Star Trek Idea 'Batshit Crazy'

8/12/2025

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Simon Pegg shared his thoughts on Quentin Tarantino's unrealized "Star Trek" film at Fan Expo Boston, calling it "batshit crazy" and perfectly aligned with Tarantino's unique flair. While he found the idea fascinating, Pegg recognized the risk of fan backlash. The project, rooted in a 1968 episode, was ultimately halted as Tarantino feared it might be his final cinematic venture.

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Simon Pegg shared his thoughts on Quentin Tarantino's unrealized "Star Trek" film at Fan Expo Boston, calling it "batshit crazy" and perfectly aligned with Tarantino's unique flair. While he found the idea fascinating, Pegg recognized the risk of fan backlash. The project, rooted in a 1968 episode, was ultimately halted as Tarantino feared it might be his final cinematic venture.