The crew of the Discovery are boldly going further than ever before.
It’s time for one last adventure with the crew of Star Trek: Discovery, as season 5 officially arrives on Paramount Plus.
The cast of the epic Trek series are back for one more trip, with Sonequa Martin-Green helming the ship as Captain Michael Burnham.
Chatting to RadioTimes.com about the show ending after five instalments, the actress explained she’s “at peace” with the decision – despite only finding out after the season wrapped.
She said: “Yes, it was bittersweet, but I always felt a great sense of peace about it. TV has changed, and we’re in the streaming era, and so I feel that five seasons is solid. I think we had a good run, you know? So I always felt peace.”
It’s a sentiment shared by the rest of the cast, according to Martin-Green: “I’ve been saying three words, especially, that I feel have really settled in me is a sense of achievement, ownership and gratitude. I think all of us feel that way.”
Read on for everything you need to know about the cast of Star Trek: Discovery as they bow out in season 5.
Star Trek: Discovery season 5 cast
Below is a full list of cast members for Star Trek: Discovery season 5:
- Sonequa Martin-Green as Michael Burnham
- Doug Jones as Saru
- Anthony Rapp as Paul Stamets
- Mary Wiseman as Sylvia Tilly
- Wilson Cruz as Hugh Culber
- Blu del Barrio as Adira Tal
- David Ajala as Cleveland ‘Book’ Booker
- Callum Keith Rennie as Rayner
- Eve Harlow as Moll
- Elias Toufexis as L’ak
- Oded Fehr as Charles Vance
- Chelah Horsdal as Laira Rillak
- Tara Rosling as T’Rina
- David Cronenberg as Kovich
- Tig Notaro as Jett Reno
Sonequa Martin-Green plays Michael Burnham
Who is Michael Burnham? A science specialist aboard the USS Discovery, who finds herself in a tough spot in season 5.
What else has Sonequa Martin-Green been in? Prior to bagging her leading Star Trek role, Martin-Green was best known for portraying Sasha Williams on AMC’s zombie drama The Walking Dead.
Doug Jones plays Saru
Who is Saru? Saru is first officer of the USS Discovery and comes from an alien race called the Kelpiens, who are hunted as prey on their home planet. This has given them the evolutionary ability to sense danger, which is handy while traversing the far reaches of space.
What else has Doug Jones been in? Jones is a prolific physical performer, often taking on roles as strange creatures, usually involving prosthetic make-up. He has collaborated with Guillermo del Toro several times, portraying Abe Sapien in the Hellboy films, The Pale Man in Pan’s Labyrinth, and the amphibian in Oscar-winning fantasy film The Shape of Water.
Anthony Rapp plays Paul Stamets
Who is Paul Stamets? Stamets is chief engineer aboard the Discovery and one of Star Trek’s first gay characters.
What else has Anthony Rapp been in? Rapp has acted in a number of stage productions and boasts screen credits on The Knick, The Good Fight and 13 Reasons Why.
Mary Wiseman plays Sylvia Tilly
Who is Sylvia Tilly? Tilly is a former Starfleet cadet, now ensign, on the USS Discovery, who bravely accompanied Burnham into the distant future. She is well liked for her kind and optimistic attitude.
What else has Mary Wiseman been in? Wiseman previously appeared in Western drama Longmire across its fourth and fifth season, and also had a small role in Netflix’s 2019 awards favourite, Marriage Story.
Wilson Cruz plays Hugh Culber
Who is Hugh Culber? Culber is the husband of Stamets, who serves as a physician on the USS Discovery, after cheating death in the first season.
What else has Wilson Cruz been in? Cruz previously played Dennis, attorney to the Baker family, on Netflix teen drama 13 Reasons Why.
David Ajala plays Cleveland ‘Book’ Booker
Who is Cleveland ‘Book’ Booker? Book is a charismatic and daring personality the crew encountered in the future, first making his debut in season 3.
What else has David Ajala been in? Ajala is best known for his roles as Manchester Black on Supergirl and Roy Eris on the Syfy series Nightflyers. Doctor Who fans will recognise him as Peter from The Beast Below, an episode from the fifth modern series.
Blu del Barrio plays Adira Tal
Who is Adira Tal? Adira Tal is a member of the USS Discovery crew. They’re the first openly non-binary character in Star Trek history.
Where have I seen Blu del Barrio before? Aside from Star Trek: Discovery, they’re known for roles in the TV series The Owl House and The Listener.
Tig Notaro plays Jett Reno
Who is Jett Reno? Commander Reno is an engineer who recently joined the ranks of the USS Discovery and played an instrumental role in their successful jump into the distant future.
What else has Tig Notaro been in? Notaro has a background in stand-up comedy, where her work has been highly praised. Her recent acting roles include Barb in Transparent, Ms Doris in Fresh Off The Boat and Tig Bavaro in her semi-autobiographical series One Mississippi on Amazon Prime Video.