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Lucasfilm has seen some pretty massive shakeups lately, for better or worse. But it’s only the latest in a history of delays and cancelations. Luckily, 3 upcomingStar Warsprojects have remained unscathed, with some revealing new information for fans to gush over.
After the recent news thatAhsokacreator Dave Filonihas become chief creative officer at Lucasfilm, some fans may have become fearful that it would mean more of a focus on his streaming offerings instead of movies from other creators. While that’s a valid concern among those who aren’t as keen on Filoni’s style, it has immediately proven unfounded. Specifically, 3Star Warsfeatures in the works that maintain their momentum despite the big changes. But what does it mean for the future of the franchise?
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In aVanity Fairinterview with Lucasfilm, the company confirmed the continued production of 3 separate upcomingStar Warsmovies. Unsurprisingly, the first is Filoni’s own film set to tie in the various streaming shows in the “Mandoverse” (includingThe Mandalorian,Ahsoka,The Book of Boba Fett, and the curious new projectSkeleton Crew). But the list also notably includes a movie fromIndiana Jones and the Dial of Destinydirector James Mangold exploring the origins of the Jedi. Finally, perhaps the most exciting of all, the new film featuring the return of Daisy Ridley as Rey is still on track from Academy Award-winning director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, presumably kicking off the “New Jedi Order” era.
Lucasfilm specified that each film is “still on the books,” and they’re not alone. Despite variousdelays ofStar Warsprojects during the strikesin Hollywood, the upcoming streaming seriesThe Acolyteremains on track for a 2024 release. This Disney Plus show will be the first live-action depiction of the High Republic era, depicting the Jedi Order during its peak just before the Sith came to power.Skeleton Crewalso maintains its 2024 course, featuring a more youth-focused story of several children exploring the galaxy during the post-Return of the Jediyears.
As for the movies, there’s certainly a lot to look forward to there. Mangold’s foray into a galaxy far, far away is difficult to speculate on given its rather unprecedented setting, and little has been revealed about it. However, given the director’s track record, it’s bound to be something audiences can bounce out of their seats for. Expect nothing less from the guy who helmed 2017’sLogan.Ridley’s possibly-titled newStar Warsmovieis still scarce in details, but the star recently revealed toColliderthat it may offer something unexpected for fans.
“I’m very excited. The story is really cool. I’m waiting to read a script because, obviously, I don’t have any other updates. It’s not what I expected, but I’m very excited.”
One way or another,Star Warsfans will be eating good for the foreseeable future. The prequel era is seemingly the only period not represented in an upcoming new project. But those hungry for some clone action still haveThe Bad Batchseason 3to look forward to. Plus, with another season ofAhsokaall but inevitable, that covers just about everything. Yep, eating good.
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Star Wars
Star Wars is a multimedia franchise created by George Lucas and Lucasfilm Ltd with the 1977 motion picture. The science fiction franchise follows the adventures of characters (both humanoid and alien) in outer space, including those who can wield a mystical power known as the Force. Since the release of the original trilogy movies, the franchise has expanded to include multiple films and branched out to other mediums like comics, video games, TV shows, theme park attractions, and more. The IP and Lucasfilm were sold to Disney in 2012.
