Jerry O’Connell Signals Readiness for More Star Trek: Lower Decks

Actor Jerry O’Connell, who voiced the character of Jack Ransom on the animated series Star Trek: Lower Decks, has publicly expressed his desire to return to the USS Cerritos should the opportunity arise. The show, which concluded its five-season run, remains a significant point of discussion among the franchise’s fanbase and creative team.

Speaking at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con, as reported by TrekMovie.com, O’Connell noted his ongoing communication with series creator Mike McMahan. “Whenever I see Mike McMahan, I just say, ‘Dude, whenever you’re ready, we will be there,’” O’Connell stated. He highlighted McMahan’s enduring passion for the Star Trek universe, noting that the showrunner remains deeply connected to the franchise’s legacy.

The possibility of a revival follows recent comments from McMahan on the social platform Bluesky, where he indicated that he felt he had “at least two seasons more” of storytelling left for the series. Lower Decks, which debuted in 2020, was praised for its blend of humor and reverence for The Next Generation era. O’Connell’s character, Commander Jack Ransom, underwent a notable arc throughout the series, evolving from an ambitious officer into the captain of the Cerritos.

While no official production plans for a sixth season have been announced by the studio, the public enthusiasm from both the lead actor and the creator provides a baseline for ongoing interest in the project’s future.