Leonard Nimoy has confirmed his returning as Mr Spock for the new Star Trek movie.

The 76-year-old is coming out of retirement to play the iconic Vulcan in Star Trek XI, joking, �People have been asking me why I�m doing this movie. I think the answer is obvious. We have a great director and a wonderful script. It was logical.�

The new JJ Abrams picture will feature Spock and Captain Kirk returning to their younger selves, with the young Spock played by newcomer Zachary Quinto, reports The Sun.