Before Star Trek evens hits theaters, the sequel is already confirmed. Why not? It’s Star Trek! Obviously the first is going to be a success.

J.J. Abrams, who directed and produced Star Trek, is already on board to produce the sequel, but is not yet confirmed to be the director. The script is still being worked on, and will possibly be finished by this coming Christmas, giving the sequel a release for the Summer of 2011. No word on casting. I assume the actors would return; let’s hope.

Star Trek hits theaters on May 8th! Let’s see if it does as well as Paramount hopes.