Soran didn't fit that bill. This article was originally published on redshirtsalwaysdie.com as Star Trek: Generations' director considered Malcolm McDowell "a key to the movie".

Dr. Tolian Soran (played by Malcolm McDowell). Kirk dies during the intense battle with the final words ‘Oh my’. Captain Kirk’s death drew a lot of criticism as fans felt he deserved a hero’s farewell ...

Shatner is in talks to return as Kirk. There's potential for the Starfleet Academy series to feature the iconic character.

Starfleet Academy's villain but after his recent comments, I believe Paul could be the Khan (Ricardo Montalban) successor ...