Simon Pegg: Star Trek sequel will be out in 18 months

BRITISH actor Simon Pegg, who plays engineer Montgomery 'Scotty' Scott in the new Star Trek movie, says the sequel will be out in 18 months.

Speaking to Zoo magazine, he said: "I know the writers are busy thinking about it. I don't really know anything about the story, or if I'm in a bigger role, but I'd imagine we'll be back this time next year.

"That's not official, but I reckon it's probably about 18 months away from being in the cinema."

The 39-year-old actor said that although he found Hollywood a friendly place, he wouldn't live there.

He said: "It's very easy to knock Los Angeles because it is very image-driven, but it is also a very friendly place in most areas. If I was in LA right now, I'd be down at the King's Head in Santa Monica, sipping a few beers.

"There is a cool British community, but I wouldn't want to go and live over there - my family and friends are all still in North London."

Star Trek writers Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman spoke earlier about their thoughts on the next film and director J.J. Abrams recently said the possibilities were wide open.