For years, Lucasfilm has treated the post-Rise of Skywalker future like an awkward family dinner conversation. Everyone knows it’s going to come up. Nobody wants to be the first to bring it up. But now The Hollywood Reporter is doing something the Star Wars industry press rarely does: saying the quiet part out loud. A “sequel-sequel trilogy” — basically Episodes X, XI and XII — doesn’t just feel possible. It feels inevitable. And while that idea isn’t confirmed by Lucasfilm, it’s suddenly the kind of “obvious next step” that’s getting harder to ignore. Why this matters now Star Wars is entering a strange new phase. Not because there’s a shortage of projects — but because there’s a shortage of certainty. Some movies are reportedly on hold. Some are being reworked. The Disney+ side continues to expand, but theatrical Star Wars still lacks what Marvel has always had: A clear flagship…
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Dave Filoni’s MandoVerse Movie Is Reportedly on the Backburner — But Thrawn Remains the Big Threat
If Lucasfilm ever needed one single project to prove the “everything connects” Disney+ strategy actually has an endgame… it was always going to be Dave Filoni’s MandoVerse movie. Now, according to a new report from The Hollywood Reporter, that crossover film has been placed “on the backburner.” But the interesting part is what comes with that update: which shows are still expected to feed into it — and who the shared villain remains. Because yes: the end boss is still Grand Admiral Thrawn. Why this matters now Star Wars has been in a weird transitional phase. Movies are being announced, paused, revived, reshuffled — sometimes all in the same year. But the Disney+ side has continued to build a clear web of characters and stories across multiple series. This Filoni film has always been the “Avengers-style” culmination of that strategy. So hearing it’s on the backburner raises one obvious question:Is…
Kathleen Kennedy Says Casting Han Solo Was “An Impossible Situation” for Alden Ehrenreich
Kathleen Kennedy has spent years defending Lucasfilm’s big swings — and to be fair, Star Wars requires big swings. But in her latest Deadline exit interview, the outgoing Lucasfilm president offered a rare moment of direct, personal reflection on one of the most debated choices of the Disney era: asking Alden Ehrenreich to replace Harrison Ford as Han Solo. And Kennedy doesn’t sugarcoat it. Why this matters now With Kennedy stepping away from Lucasfilm leadership, these interviews aren’t just PR. They’re the closest thing we’ll get to an official post-mortem on modern Star Wars decision-making. And Solo: A Star Wars Story has always been one of the most interesting case studies: So Kennedy acknowledging regret here isn’t small. It’s a signal that Lucasfilm knows exactly what went wrong conceptually, even if the movie itself has aged better for many viewers. What Kathleen Kennedy said Kennedy praised Ehrenreich directly, but admitted…
Kathleen Kennedy Looks Back on The Last Jedi Nine Years Later: “One of the Best Star Wars Movies”
Nine years after The Last Jedi hit theaters and permanently split the Star Wars fandom into factions, Kathleen Kennedy isn’t backing away from it. In a new Deadline exit interview, the outgoing Lucasfilm president not only praises Rian Johnson’s film — she calls it one of the best Star Wars movies — but also suggests the online backlash left a lasting impact on Johnson’s future in the franchise. Why this matters now This isn’t just “old Star Wars drama” being rehashed. Kennedy is stepping away from Lucasfilm leadership, and these interviews are essentially her final on-the-record reflections on the modern Star Wars era — including the moments that shaped it, and the projects that changed the studio’s relationship with fans. And no movie defines that tension more than The Last Jedi. What Kathleen Kennedy said about The Last Jedi Kennedy didn’t hedge her opinion. She directly praised Rian Johnson’s work:…
Kathleen Kennedy Gives Major Updates on Star Wars Movies — Including Mangold “On Hold” and Kinberg’s “New Trilogy”
Star Wars isn’t short on announced projects — it’s short on clarity. But Kathleen Kennedy just delivered one of the most direct “here’s what’s actually happening” updates we’ve had in a while, giving status checks on multiple major in-development films. Some projects are alive. Some are stalled. And at least one is being framed as the next real centerpiece of Star Wars on the big screen. Why this matters now With Kennedy stepping away from Lucasfilm leadership and the studio shifting into a new structure (Filoni on creative direction, Brennan on business), fans are asking a simple question: Which Star Wars movies are real — and which ones are just names on a whiteboard? Kennedy’s answers don’t confirm release dates across the board, but they do confirm what’s moving forward, what’s paused, and what’s still possible. The big update: Mangold’s Dawn of the Jedi is “on hold” Kennedy confirmed that…
ScreenRant Ranks Every Kathleen Kennedy Live-Action Star Wars Project — From Worst to Best
Now that Kathleen Kennedy’s time leading Lucasfilm is coming to a close, we’re officially entering the “let’s look back at the entire era” phase of Star Wars discourse. And like clockwork, rankings are starting to drop. This one comes from ScreenRant, which published a full list ranking every live-action Star Wars movie and Disney+ show produced during the Kennedy era — from worst to best. Not surprisingly, it’s already sparking debate… because it’s basically a summary of everything fans have argued about since 2015. Why this matters now Whether you loved the sequels, hated them, or just want Star Wars to stop fighting itself for five minutes — the Kennedy era is now being treated as one complete chapter. And when an era ends, people don’t just remember moments. They start building lists. This ranking is interesting because it doesn’t only judge movies. It puts theatrical releases and Disney+ shows…
Hayden Christensen Reveals He Wore Wigs While Playing Anakin in Revenge of the Sith
Every Star Wars era has its behind-the-scenes secrets. Some are massive lore decisions. Some are wild production challenges. And some are… hair. At a recent appearance, Hayden Christensen revealed that he wore wigs while portraying Anakin Skywalker in Revenge of the Sith — and he even kept one of them. “I kept one of the wigs from Episode III,” Christensen said, before adding: “Full disclosure, that’s not my real hair.” That’s the kind of Star Wars fact that’s both hilarious and completely believable. Why this matters now Hayden Christensen has been having a major Star Wars renaissance in recent years. Between his return as Anakin and his growing presence at fan events, there’s been a noticeable shift: he’s not just revisiting the role — he’s owning it. And moments like this are part of why. Fans don’t just love new story content. They love the human details — the kind…
Hayden Christensen Says Robert De Niro Visited the Revenge of the Sith Set During the Mustafar Duel
Some Star Wars behind-the-scenes stories sound like the kind of rumor that would normally live forever in the “no way that happened” category. And then Hayden Christensen casually drops one that’s so specific it becomes instantly believable. According to Fan Expo New Orleans (FANEXPONOLA), Christensen recently shared that Robert De Niro once visited the set of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith — and it happened during one of the most iconic filming moments in the entire prequel trilogy: Obi-Wan Kenobi vs Anakin Skywalker on Mustafar. “Is that Robert De Niro?” — Hayden remembers the moment clearly Hayden told the story like it was just another normal day on set… except it wasn’t. He says: The idea of De Niro watching lightsabers swing in front of lava is already wild. But then the story gets even better. The push-up moment that made Hayden’s day Hayden also shared…
Farewell to Michael Henbury, the Ewok Who Helped Bring Return of the Jedi to Life
Some Star Wars roles are loud. Some are legendary. And some are the kind you only fully appreciate when you grow up — when you realize how much of the original trilogy’s magic was built by real people in costumes, on real sets, doing real physical work to make the galaxy feel alive. Today, Star Wars fans are saying goodbye to one of those people. Michael Henbury — best known to Star Wars fans as Ewok Taboo in Return of the Jedi — has passed away at the age of 67. Vis dette opslag på Instagram Et opslag delt af Star Booking Management (@starbookingmgmt) Why this matters right now It’s easy to focus on the “big names” when we talk about Star Wars history. But Star Wars has always been bigger than its headliners. The original trilogy wasn’t built only by stars, directors, or composers — it was built by…
Star Wars: Beggar’s Canyon Is the Luke Skywalker Story Fans Have Been Waiting For
Every now and then, a Star Wars fan film shows up on YouTube that doesn’t just look like Star Wars — it feels like Star Wars. STAR WARS: Beggar’s Canyon | A Luke Skywalker Fan Film (Between ESB & ROTJ) is one of those rare projects. It’s not trying to out-shout Lucasfilm. It’s not trying to be edgy for the sake of it. It’s doing something much harder: It aims straight at the emotional gap between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi — and asks, what happens to Luke after Bespin, before he becomes “Jedi Knight” Luke? And honestly? That’s exactly the kind of story this era begs for. A Fan Film Set in the Most Interesting Time Window This film is set between ESB and ROTJ, which is arguably the most dramatic transition in Luke Skywalker’s entire arc. On Bespin, Luke loses: He survives. But he…
Mia Goth on Star Wars: Starfighter: “It Was Incredible”
There’s a kind of joy that can only come from being part of a big, collaborative movie set — and Mia Goth says Star Wars: Starfighter delivered exactly that. Speaking with Collider about her experience working on the film, Goth didn’t hold back when describing what it was like to step into the Star Wars galaxy. She called it “incredible” and “the most fun on a film set” she’s had — high praise from an actor with a wide range of acclaimed roles. Not just another gig What makes her comments stand out isn’t just enthusiasm — it’s specificity. Goth highlighted director Shawn Levy as a big part of what made the experience special. She described him as “electric,” praising his energy, his connection with the cast and crew, and how that vibe shaped the atmosphere on set. That kind of rapport isn’t always visible to audiences, but it’s often…
Star Wars: Starfighter Is Built Around a Father-Son Dynamic
Early reporting on Star Wars: Starfighter has been tantalizingly cautious—tight-lipped about plot specifics and character details. But one theme director Shawn Levy confirms is central to the story: it’s anchored in a father-son dynamic. That might sound simple on its face, but in a franchise defined by legacy and lineage, this choice resonates in a very Star Wars way. Building a Star Wars story on emotional grounding Levy has a long track record with emotionally centered adventure films, and his past work often circles relationships between adults and younger characters. That sensibility appears to be shaping Starfighter too. In a recent interview connected to his New York Times profile, Levy discussed how moments of intergenerational connection have drawn him back again and again in storytelling. While the full plot is still under wraps, the fact that Starfighter is described as being built around paternal bonds suggests we might see a…
Kathleen Kennedy Pushes Back on the Shawn Levy Narrative
For a franchise that lives under a microscope, who gets hired can matter almost as much as what ends up on screen. That’s why Kathleen Kennedy’s recent comments about Shawn Levy landed with more weight than they might first appear. Levy, now attached to direct an upcoming Star Wars film, has faced familiar criticism: that his background in family-friendly and crowd-pleasing movies somehow makes him a “lightweight” choice. Kennedy doesn’t buy that framing—at all. What Kennedy actually said Speaking to The New York Times, Kennedy addressed the criticism head-on. She noted that Levy’s work in family comedies has been routinely misinterpreted, saying it’s “completely unfair” to treat that genre as creatively shallow. Her reasoning was blunt and revealing: making films that work for broad audiences is hard. Not technically flashy hard, but emotionally precise hard—balancing tone, pacing, humor, and sincerity without losing the audience along the way. That skill, she…
Tom Cruise Visited a Star Wars Set — and Helped Film a Lightsaber Duel
When Tom Cruise shows up on a film set, people assume he’s there to act. That’s not what happened on the set of Star Wars: Starfighter. Cruise visited the production and filmed one of the movie’s lightsaber duels. He did not appear on screen, did not portray a character, and was not acting in the scene. According to The New York Times, his involvement was behind the camera, not in front of it. That distinction matters—and it makes the story more interesting, not less. What actually happened Cruise was present on set during production and took part in filming a lightsaber duel sequence. The reporting is specific: he filmed the scene. There has been no indication of a cameo, a secret role, or any on-screen appearance. Lightsaber duels are among the most technically demanding sequences in a Star Wars production. Camera movement, timing, choreography, and spatial awareness are tightly synchronized….
Shawn Levy Recalls How a Stranger Things Scene Led to His First Contact With Lucasfilm
Careers don’t always intersect with major franchises through formal pitches or long-planned meetings. Sometimes, they cross paths because of a single creative question that needs an answer. For Shawn Levy, that moment came during the making of Season 1 of Stranger Things, years before he became attached to a new Star Wars project. The scene that raised a problem While developing the first season of Stranger Things, the creative team planned a scene in which Eleven uses her telekinetic powers to levitate the Millennium Falcon. It was meant as a brief but recognizable pop-culture reference. That idea immediately ran into a legal and rights issue. Levy explained that Netflix informed the production they would need permission to reference the Millennium Falcon. The response came back quickly—and decisively. The answer was no. The show would need to replace the object with something else. Reaching out directly At that point, Levy had…
A Star Wars Horror Series Is Reportedly in Development — Here’s What That Actually Means
A new rumor is making the rounds in Star Wars circles, and it’s one of the more intriguing ones we’ve heard in a while: a Star Wars horror show is reportedly in development. The claim comes from Daniel Richtman (often known online as DanielRPK), a source with a mixed but occasionally accurate track record when it comes to early-stage Hollywood projects. As with many reports at this stage, there’s no official confirmation from Lucasfilm or Disney — which means this is worth discussing, but not swallowing whole. Still, the idea itself isn’t as far-fetched as it might sound. Why a Star Wars Horror Project Makes Sense Despite its family-friendly reputation, Star Wars has always flirted with horror. In other words, the ingredients are already there. A horror-focused series wouldn’t be a genre break — it would be a genre reframing. What “Horror” Could Actually Mean in Star Wars It’s important…
Steven Soderbergh Rewatched the Star Wars Sequels and Empire Strikes Back — What That Suggests About The Hunt for Ben Solo
One of the more interesting pieces of Star Wars film trivia to surface recently didn’t come from Lucasfilm press releases or convention panels. It came from the personal viewing habits of a filmmaker. Steven Soderbergh, the acclaimed director behind Ocean’s Eleven, Traffic, and Contagion, was at one point attached to a proposed Star Wars film titled The Hunt for Ben Solo. While the project ultimately did not move forward, new insight into Soderbergh’s preparation sheds light on how seriously the film was being developed before it quietly stalled. In January 2025, Soderbergh rewatched the Star Wars sequel trilogy along with The Empire Strikes Back, and also revisited The Making of Star Wars, the classic behind-the-scenes chronicle of George Lucas’ original film. That timing is notable — and likely not accidental. A Director Deep in Preparation Soderbergh is known for publishing annual “Seen/Read” lists documenting the films and books he consumes…
Daisy Ridley Says the New Jedi Order Movie Will Be “Wonderful”
Speaking recently with ComicBook.com, Daisy Ridley offered an update on the long-gestating New Jedi Order film—and her words land somewhere between optimism and caution. Ridley described the story as “wonderful,” but the more telling part of her comments wasn’t the praise. It was the restraint. “I am six years older. I am in a different moment,” Ridley said.“I think the wait will be worthwhile. I think it will be a discovery, as all roles are, of where Rey is when we meet her again.” That doesn’t sound like someone promising a victory lap. It sounds like someone aware of how much has changed—both personally and within Star Wars itself. A Return That Carries Real Risk Bringing Rey back is not a neutral decision for Lucasfilm. Rey remains one of the most debated figures of the sequel era, praised by some as a symbol of hope and criticized by others as…
Was the Battle of Naboo Actually a Defeat for Palpatine?
At first glance, the Battle of Naboo looks like a clean Sith loss. The Trade Federation is humiliated.The Gungans and the Naboo unite.The Jedi Order get a very public win.And Darth Maul, the Sith’s attack dog, is cut down in front of witnesses. If you stop there, it’s tempting to argue that Palpatine—still playing the role of Senator from Naboo—lost control of events at the climax of The Phantom Menace. Especially if you’ve read Star Wars: Darth Plagueis and view Naboo as the long-term laboratory of Sith manipulation rather than a disposable pawn. But the deeper you dig, the more uncomfortable the question becomes: Did Palpatine actually lose… or did he simply win differently than planned? The Darth Plagueis Problem: Canon vs. Intent Before going further, it’s worth acknowledging the elephant in the room. Darth Plagueis is officially Legends, not canon. That matters—but only to a point. Many of its…
The Complete Chronological Watching Order of Every Canon Star Wars Movie and TV Show in 2026
If you’ve ever tried to watch Star Wars “in order,” you already know the problem: release dates lie, flashbacks complicate things, and Disney-era shows now weave between films like hyperspace lanes. That’s where a true chronological watching order comes in — one that follows the timeline inside the galaxy, not the year something hit theaters. Below is a complete, canon-only chronological order of every Star Wars movie and TV series, from the High Republic era to the fall of the First Order, with a short explanation of what each entry adds to the saga. This guide includes films, live-action series, and animated shows currently considered canon. The High Republic Era Young Jedi Adventures Set centuries before the Skywalker saga, this animated series introduces the High Republic at its most peaceful. It’s aimed at younger viewers but establishes the Jedi Order at its height — confident, numerous, and unchallenged. The Acolyte…
Finn Wolfhard Calls The Last Jedi “Underrated” in Recent Interview
Every few years, Star Wars: The Last Jedi finds a new defender. This time, it’s coming from someone who knows a thing or two about pop-culture pressure. Finn Wolfhard, best known for Stranger Things, recently spoke about his love for Star Wars: The Last Jedi, calling it “so good and underrated.” His praise wasn’t vague or polite, either. He singled out the film’s willingness to take risks. “I loved that movie,” Wolfhard said. “I think that movie is so good and underrated. At least there was a thing like let’s take a swing and try some new ideas.” The comments come via Vanity Fair, and they land in a familiar fault line of modern Star Wars conversation. Why this still matters Nearly a decade after its release, The Last Jedi remains one of the most divisive films in the franchise. Some viewers see it as a bold, character-driven shake-up. Others…
Why Star Wars Nostalgia Is Stronger Than Marvel’s
By any reasonable metric, both Star Wars and Marvel sit at the center of modern pop culture. They dominate theaters, streaming platforms, toy aisles, and convention floors. Yet when conversations turn reflective—when people talk about what these franchises meant to them rather than what they earned—one pattern keeps resurfacing: Star Wars nostalgia runs deeper, and it lingers longer. This isn’t about box office totals or online fan debates. It’s about emotional memory. And for readers asking why Star Wars seems to occupy a more permanent place in people’s lives than the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the answer lies in how, when, and why those memories were formed. Generational Memory vs. Moment-Based Fandom One of the clearest differences between Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe is the way audiences first encountered them. Star Wars was rarely discovered alone. For decades, it was introduced—often deliberately—by parents to children. The Original Trilogy lived…
A Month of Star Wars Mornings Is Coming to Los Angeles — And the Timing Matters
There’s a quiet, deliberate kind of magic in watching Star Wars on the big screen before the year really gets going. No hype cycles. No spoilers. Just a darkened theater, a familiar score, and a story you already know—but somehow still want to revisit. That’s exactly what’s happening in Los Angeles this winter. Starting Saturday, January 3, 2026, the Ted Mann Theater on Wilshire Boulevard is hosting a steady run of Star Wars theatrical screenings—one film per week, all beginning at 11:00am. It’s a simple idea, executed well, and it lands at a very specific moment in the franchise’s timeline. What’s Screening, and When The program opens with The Empire Strikes Back on Saturday, January 3, followed by Return of the Jedi on January 10. From there, the schedule moves backward and forward across the saga: Every screening starts at 11:00am. No evening rush. No marathon fatigue. Just a consistent…
ILM’s 2025 Holiday Card Is a Subtle Nod to 50 Years of Visual Storytelling
When Industrial Light & Magic released its official 2025 holiday card, it didn’t feel like marketing—or even a celebration in the usual sense. It felt deliberate. Quiet. Confident. At first glance, the card shows a glowing Christmas ornament hanging on a tree. Inside the glass: a bright red “50”, an X-wing silhouette, and tiny sci-fi details embedded in the glow. It’s festive, sure—but it’s also doing something more interesting than just wishing people happy holidays. Why People Are Searching for This Card Most searches around the ILM holiday card come down to a few clear questions: The short answer: this card isn’t about hype. It’s about legacy. What the Design Is Actually Communicating ILM was founded in 1975, making 2025 its 50th year. Instead of spelling that out, the card lets the number speak for itself. The choice of a glass ornament matters. Ornaments are handled carefully, brought out once…