To be fair to the company/group, whatever, created this I suffered through several episodes of these presentations. The first was just awful, but others have improved. I was surprised to see George T in one episode but it seemed to have a good affect on the other actors. Their acting improved a couple of notches.Many of the complaints are accurate. The acting is not up to par to take this seriously, although, I am happy to say I've seen improvement. Like others, I think if they got away from trying to copy the original actors and used fewer of the series clichés, they would come off a bit better.The special effects are fantastic and how ever they were able to get Paramounts cooperation is amazing. Once Paramount signed with Creations, they have become anti fan and a terror to deal with. Roddenberry supported and looked for fan participation.The worst criticism I can say about this series is that some Star Trek Fan plays with no props have come across much better. Again, seeing the improvement over time, gives me hope they may just pull this off. Until then I will have to keep this review at a 3 star.

I have watched the episodes that Crowley has put together. Keep in mind the majority of these are not professional actors, they have other jobs, but decided to pool resources and time to create this magnificent effort. Instead of studio red tape, we have a group of committed individuals who have taken a step to penetrate and enrich the ST universe. In many ways, their effort embodies what Roddenberry tried to infuse into the original series--that we can go where no one has gone before. Objectively, of course, the acting isn't perfect, not even the special effects, but it is still a joy to watch because it is a fine effort in storytelling that pulls these elements together in a cohesive and entertaining way. I enjoy the angles they've created that have built off lingering questions from the original ST episodes. Come on folks, why do you have people like George Takei (and others) coming on board to do an episode with them (and it was a great story to watch and hear)? They do it because they love the ST universe, and they can appreciate what STNV is adding to it. I applaud this effort.

I came back to Star Trek through this series. Really- after years and years (two decades!) of loathing the whole Star Trek format due to truly terrible TV sequel shows, I saw this advertised online, got a friend to download it, and fell deeply in love.Of course it gets top marks- the sheer enthusiasm overrides any problems with budget and production. Yes, the acting can at times be, er, curious. Yes, the cgi is horrible. Yes, the sound needs some serious attention. But they listen to the criticism and try to evolve... the differences apparent from first to most recent episode are there for all to see. They're learning their craft as they go along and I am more than happy to stay along for the ride.The scripts are fun, professional and in keeping with the original series's tone- though I could do without continual fan-friendly appearances of aspects from the past, or worse the "future", of the Star Trek universe. I'd dearly love them to concentrate on telling original stories without resorting to guest appearances and the like. I wish the effects were more in keeping with the original too- but hey, that's all secondary to the immense enjoyment I'm getting from it.James Cawley's unique interpretation of Kirk- one part Shatner, one part Elvis and one part JFK- seems entirely appropriate for such an iconic character so linked with 60s America- so appropriate that, on diving into a read-through of some old Trek novels, I find myself picturing him, rather than the "original" as I go.In short, as long as my mate can continue to download them, I'm here for the duration. I wish they had more cash- to afford 'planet sets' and monsters and of course to make more episodes, but I'll take what I can get. Many, many thanks to all involved- for entertaining me no end- and for rekindling a love of the original show.Still can't stand any of the other TV versions though...Steev

First off the guy that plays kirk can't act at all. The spock well he is even less of an actor. The camera man must have been drunk, the camera shakes a lot during scenes for no reason. The story plots make little or no comprehension. The special effects look unsharp or kinda faded out, cartooned. The Walter K cameo what a waste of his talent, the script writer should be fired. How can you kill off a character that needs to be alive later for cannon. The Kelly guy that plays the doctor is the only talented cast member that I noticed after downloading all four new-voyages. Paramount please stop this Star Trek New Voyages, It is disrespectful to anyone who loves Trek. Please shut them down.