Alex Kurtzman is a producer and screenwriter who co-wrote the script for and executive produced the film Star Trek, along with writing partner Roberto Orci. Kurtzman and Orci later produced and (along with Damon Lindelof) wrote the screenplay for the sequel, Star Trek Into Darkness. After parting ways with Orci, he did not return for Star Trek Beyond, but will be serving as executive producer through his production company Secret Hideout on the next Star Trek series, expected for a January 2017 release.

Kurtzman also consulted on the Star Trek video game.