The CW-aged cast isn't working for me at all. Spock was orginally first officer under Pike and Kirk was supposed to be in his thirties when he commanded the Enterprise. McCoy was older than both and didn't get assigned to the ship until part way through the five year mission. And Chekov was the guy who was supposed to be the newbie out of the academy, not half the crew.
Spock is First Officer under Pike in this movie. Don't know about Bones, but I do know he's assigned 1701 before Kirk in this one, because he's the reason Kirk gets to go on board without being assigned to the ship. And from what I understand, Kirk isn't assigned the Enterprise yet (which is why he's wearing the neutral black outfit). It has to do with him cheating on the Kobyashi Maru test, and causing mayhem as a cadet. He's passed up for assignment when he graduates because he's seen as a troublemaker and loose cannon.
But 1960s-Trek is almost as iconic as Batman to me so I'm admittedly fanboyish and anal retentive about it. I'll reserve judgment until the reviews start coming in.
You might as well get ready to accept that Abram & Co. are re-writing certain aspects of the timeline for Trek continuity. Judging from the previews, it's exactly what Trek needed, as far as a shot in the arm. Sure, they could have used completely new characters. But, it wouldn't have resonated with everyone as much as using the Classic Crew.
Personally, I don't care how far or much they change it. I'm just looking for a good, fun movie...
