Fred Tatascior, Lt. Shaks voice on Star Trek: Downstairs, talks about season five and the future of the series
Fred Tatascior, known for his unmatched vocal talent, has shared some exciting news about the future of Lower Decks. With more than 1,000 titles in his filmography, Tatascior has shown his versatility in the industry with such films as Team America: World Police, Kung Fu Panda 2, Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children and Transformers: Fall of Cybertron. While promoting the Marvel animated series Hit-Monkey on Hulu, Tatasior spoke with Bleeding Cool about Lt. Shax, the proud Bajoran, and his role as chief of security on the lower deck of the USS Cerritos. He told us what to expect in the fifth season and what possible future sequels have in store.
A wonderful journey
Tatasiore reflects in the lower deck as the Let Shaks on the trip. From his perspective, season five promises to delve deeper into Shax’s relationship with Starfleet and his love for Dr. Taana, played by Gillian Vigman. “It’s a big passion that continues to grow. The word is that our season is over, and Paramount doesn’t want to do more than five seasons.
However, fans can remain hopeful that there will be more adventures to come. According to Tatascior, there are scripts ready for at least two more seasons, in addition to the possibility that a movie project like Star Trek: Prodigy will continue on Netflix.
Last season and beyond
Downstairs will be the end of Season 5, at least for now. The cast, which includes Tony Newsom, Jack Quid, Noel Wells, Eugene Cordero, Dawn Lewis and Jerry O’Connell, is set to deliver a final episode full of humor and adventure. This final season is scheduled to air on Paramount+ in late 2024.
Fred Tatascior couldn’t express his gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of such a great series. “I can’t believe I’m in the Star Trek series. “It’s amazing,” he said enthusiastically.
What can we expect from the series in the future?
The 5th season of Downstairs promises not only to focus on the development of the characters, but to maintain the humorous tone and crazy situations that have characterized the series. The relationship between Shaks and Dr. Taana will be a key focus, providing emotional and funny moments that fans will enjoy.
Also, the creators of the series have made it clear that they have ideas and scripts ready to continue the story either in new seasons or in a movie. This opens the door to endless possibilities for future lower decks by keeping the Trekkie universe aflame.
The legacy of the series
From the very beginning, Downstairs has managed to win the hearts of Star Trek fans with its fresh and entertaining approach. The series manages to balance Star Trek’s legacy with an irreverent tone that makes it accessible to new audiences. Through its seasons, we have seen how the characters have grown and faced both funny and serious challenges, always maintaining the adventurous spirit of the franchise.
Tatasiyoor’s career is a testament to his amazing ability to adapt to different roles. From animated character voices to animal sound effects, its versatility knows no bounds. The engagement at Downstairs is just one more example of bringing unique and memorable characters to life.
Although Star Trek: The Lower Deck Season 5 marks the end of an era, the future is bright. With the possibility of new seasons or even a movie, Star Trek fans can look forward to more adventures with the crew of the USS Cerritos. But in the meantime, let’s not forget to enjoy the final season, which promises to be a rollercoaster of emotions and laughter.