"The success of fantasy films is a sign that people are trying to escape reality. And science fiction bases itself on reality. The Next Generation is apparently not what people want at this time," he said, English translation courtesy of TrekToday. "Recently I said in London, I'd hate it to be the last guest at the Star Trek party [and have to turn out the light.] It would be much better to let the curtain drop after delivering a really good work. That's why this could be the right moment to end The Next Generation."

The British actor also explains that the philosophy of the latest TNG adventure could be well-heeded by world leaders contemplating military invasion against Iraq.

"Shinzon throughout the film displays a certain similary with Saddam Hussein," he told the mag. "Primarily, 'Nemesis' asks the question, are we helpless victims of our surroundings? Or do we have, and this is what I myself believe, a choice? When you live in America, you get the feeling that George Bush is firmly decided to wage war against Iraq. I would like to remind Bush, Tony Blair and Gerhard Schröder that they have a choice."

Check out more excerpts, in which Stewart talks about his appreciation for 'Jean-Luc Picard', at TrekToday.