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| 10.11.2007 Pegg Beamed In For Scotty J.J. Abrams has found his "Scotty" — British actor Simon Pegg. This news come courtesy both The Hollywood Reporter and Variety. Known for his comedic roles in "Shaun of the Dead" and "Hot Fuzz," Pegg also appeared as the technical wizard "Benji" in Abrams' hit "Mission: Impossible III." The versatile Pegg joins Leonard Nimoy, Zachary Quinto, Anton Yelchin, Zoë Saldana and — just announced Tuesday — Eric Bana in the upcoming film. The new "Star Trek" film (as-yet-untitled) begins shooting in November, for release on Christmas Day 2008. |