I think it has to do with Patrick Stewart, yes. He is still doing quite well but he does come across very Grandfathery now. He seems like the one you would be looking after down the shops, rather than an admiral entrusted with a mission. Absolutely no disrespect to him in that regard, age will hit us all. The entire crew seem to all have aged very well, but it must be taking quite a toll for such an intense show.
I wouldn't be surprised if there was a non-Picard continuation though. It would be a shame to get things on point and then disband.
I wouldn't be surprised if there was a non-Picard continuation though. It would be a shame to get things on point and then disband.