Patrick Stewart Stuns Fans With ‘Star Trek’ Return

(CNN) — Set your phasers to stunned: Sir Patrick Stewart is returning to his celebrated role of Captain Jean-Luc Picard for a new “Star Trek” series.
The news, announced by Stewart himself and executive producer Alex Kurtzman at a “Star Trek” convention Saturday in Las Vegas, sent excitement among fans skyrocketing at warp speed. Many leapt to their feet and cheered as Stewart emerged on stage.
The show will air on CBS All Access, the network’s video-on-demand