Star Trek: Lower Decks Officially Returns After Heartbreaking Cancellation

Image via Paramount+ Published Oct 1, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT John Dodge is an MTV Writer for CBR who specializes in movies, television, comics, and pop culture. He has a deep knowledge of franchises like Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Marvel, and DC Comics, along with a passion for indie and horror titles. An expert on obscure productions from the ’80s and ’90s, John is known for his encyclopedic recall of cult classics like Beetleborgs. Sign in to your CBR account Star Trek: Lower Decks is back with a brand-new collection that keeps the series going after its cancelation, at least for a little while. As of September 29, the Star Trek: Lower Decks Vol. 3 – Second Second Contact trade paperback from IDW Publishing is officially available, much to the delight of fans of the hit animated series. The new collected edition brings together Star Trek: Lower Decks #13-18, wrapping up the entire fan-favorite comic book series. Image via IDW Publishing Written by TIM SHERIDAN Art by VERNON SMITH Colors by CHARLIE KIRCHOFF Letters by CLAYTON COWLES The official solicit synopsis for Star Trek: Lower Decks Vol. 3 – Second Second Contact from IDW Publishing reads, "A whol...