Science fiction boasts some of the most enduring franchises, but in recent years, many beloved properties have stumbled while trying to evolve, even as others successfully adapt to modern tastes. Those that endure are often the boldest, willing to shed old skin, retool their mythology, and reintroduce themselves to a new generation, all while still honoring their roots. It’s why giants like Star Wars continue to expand, while others like Terminator and Transformers struggle to find balance.

But it's a delicate balance to strike (case in point, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy). However, every so often, a project emerges that threads that needle perfectly, revitalizing a dormant property and proving there’s still life left in even the most battle-worn sci-fi universes.