Beckett Mariner
| Beckett Mariner | |
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| Star Trek character | |
| First appearance | "Second Contact" (2020) |
| Created by | Mike McMahan |
| Based on | Beckett Mariner McMahan |
| Voiced by | Tawny Newsome |
| Information | |
| Species | Human |
| Gender | Female |
| Occupation | Ensign |
| Affiliation | Starfleet |
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Beckett Mariner is a fictional character voiced by Tawny Newsome in the American science fiction television series Star Trek: Lower Decks. Mariner often tries to help any alien species she may come across on the surface of a planet, even if her actions go against the rules of Starfleet.[1]
Characterization[edit]
In June 2019, Mike McMahan, the series and character creator, hinted that Lower Decks would feature mainly original characters.[2] The next month, Tawny Newsome was cast as Beckett Mariner, one of those new characters.[3] Newsome described the character as irreverent and a rule-breaker, though she is actually "very good at all things Starfleet, she just doesn’t care" and has been demoted several times. Newsome added that Mariner "just wants to ride her skateboard and eat her piece of pizza in peace, man."[4] Mike McMahan confirmed that Captain Amina Ramsey was her former lover at Starfleet Academy.[5] Newsome described Mariner as an irreverent rule-breaker who has been demoted several times, though she is actually "very good at all things Starfleet".[4]
The character is named after showrunner Mike McMahan's sister, Beckett Mariner McMahan.[6] For much of the first season, when production was impacted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Newsome recorded her lines in a recording studio set up at her house.[7] As for the second season, McMahan also felt the writers did not adequately address LGBTQcharacters and relationships in the first season, especially since it was their intention to portray Mariner as bisexual which is never made explicit. He said the second season would address this better.[8]
Fictional biography[edit]
Mariner is a human ensign aboard the U.S.S. Cerritos and the daughter of Captain Freeman, though she chooses to keep that a secret at all costs.[4][9] As a constant rule-breaker, Mariner's best friend, Brad Boimler, tries and fails to stop her.
Reception[edit]
Critical response[edit]
Accolades[edit]
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Best Voice Actress in an Animated Series | Critics' Choice Super Awards | Tawny Newsome | Nominated | [10] |
References[edit]
- ↑ Krishna, Swapna (2020-10-01). "Star Trek: Lower Decks Recap: Mirror Mariner". Vulture. Retrieved 2021-01-02.
- ↑ Wright, Matt (June 18, 2019). "Alex Kurtzman Gives Updates On CBS Star Trek TV Franchise". TrekMovie.com. Archived from the original on June 19, 2019. Retrieved January 19, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ ""Star Trek: Lower Decks" Voice Cast and Animated Characters Unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con(R)". The Futon Critic. July 20, 2019. Retrieved January 19, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Pascale, Anthony (July 22, 2019). "SDCC19: 'Lower Decks' Panel Unveils An Animated Comedy By And For Star Trek Fans". TrekMovie.com. Archived from the original on July 23, 2019. Retrieved January 19, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ McMahan, Mike (October 8, 2020). "'Star Trek: Lower Decks' EP Mike McMahan On That TNG Cameo and LGBTQ Characters in Season 2" (Interview). Interviewed by Adam B. Vary. Variety. Archived from the original (Online) on October 9, 2020. Retrieved November 1, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "Below Deck With Lower Decks: Mike McMahan Breaks Down Season One". StarTrek.com. October 9, 2020. Archived from the original on November 1, 2020. Retrieved December 29, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Star Trek (September 10, 2020). Star Trek: Lower Decks – Mid-Season Special – The Ready Room. Facebook. Retrieved December 29, 2020.
- ↑ Vary, Adam B.; Vary, Adam B. (2020-10-09). "'Star Trek: Lower Decks' EP Mike McMahan On That TNG Cameo and LGBTQ Characters in Season 2". Variety. Retrieved 2021-06-03.
- ↑ Cardona, Ian (August 12, 2020). "Star Trek: Lower Decks: Who Is Ensign Mariner?". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on August 14, 2020. Retrieved August 15, 2020. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "Critics Choice Super Awards | Critics Choice Awards". Retrieved 2021-06-03.
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