Star Wars is currently in a state of flux that could breathe new life into the franchise. Many exciting Star Wars projects coming soon, such as The Mandalorian and Grogu and Star Wars: Starfighterbut many more are possible Star Wars an adventure currently in limbo.
In his exit interview with PeriodKathleen Kennedy discussed the currently suspended projects as she handed over the reigns to Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan. From Lando Calrissian's project to ambitious projects from famous Hollywood names, these projects could expand the world Star Wars space even further. However, the question remains whether these plans will actually make it into movies or TV shows.
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Simon Kinberg's potential Star Wars trilogy seems most likely to happen
In 2024, Simon Kinberg was confirmed to be working on a new one Star Wars trilogy. While some rumors have suggested that it will be an extension of the Skywalker Saga, it will likely be a standalone trilogy. In August 2025, Kinberg spoke with Nerdtropolis about his enthusiasm for the film and his long-running Star Wars fandom.
Kinberg already has experience in franchising through his work at Star Wars Rebels. Kathleen Kennedy explained in her exit interview that the script was still a work in progress after extensive changes. Still with Kinberg Star Wars experience, his project is likely to make it to the screen.
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James Mangold and Beau Willimon's Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi could explore a new era
James Mangold and Beau Willimon also worked on the project Star Wars franchise, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi. Unlike many other upcoming projects that focus on the Skywalker Saga era and beyond, their project would instead focus on the distant past Star Wars universe. However, James Mangold's potential commitments to the DCU could put the film on hold even longer.
However, Star Wars: Dawn of the Jediwhile suspended, it still appears to be executed. In her exit interview, Kennedy confirmed that a script had been written for the project. She said, “Jim Mangold and Beau Willimon wrote an incredible script, but it definitely breaks the mold and it's on hold.” Like many projects currently on hold, a shift in Lucasfilm's management could make or break the film's chances of making it to the silver screen.
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Taiko Waititi's Star Wars script is written but waiting
While Taika Waititi is set to work on a Star Wars project from 2020, the film is still in development. In an interview with VarietyWaititi confirmed that his film will focus on new characters and try to bring back the fun of the original trilogy. With comedy classics like What we do in the shadows and Thor: Ragnarok under his belt, Waititi seems like an excellent choice for more humorous Star Wars film.
In her exit interview, Kennedy confirmed that the script was ready for Waititi's film, which she liked. However, after her departure from the role of Lucasfilm leader, the fate of the film rests with Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan.
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Donald Glover's Lando TV series or movie is still in the early stages
Originally designed as a streaming series, Lando he was to follow the actions of Lando Calrissian throughout his life. Donald Glover was attached to the series from the beginning after his turn as Lando Solo: A Star Wars Story was widely praised. However, the project went through several changes, including the transition to a Lando movie, as reported in 2023.
In her exit interview, Kennedy mentioned that Donald Glover had turned in a script for the project, meaning it was still in the works. However, with the change in leadership at Lucasfilm, its fate is still uncertain. When Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan take over the reins of the company, they may decide to reintroduce the project, or even put it on hold while they wait for the reception. The Mandalorian and Grogu and Star Wars: Starfighter.
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The fate of Patty Jenkins' Project Rogue Squadron is currently unknown
Patty Jenkins has been officially confirmed to be working on a Rogue Squadron movie in 2020. It has been confirmed that the project is not based on Star Wars: Rogue Squadron games. Instead, it was planned to be an original story. However, Jenkins commitment Wonder Woman 3 delayed production. After Wonder Woman 3 failed, Jenkins revealed that she would be working on it Star Wars: Rogue Squadron again.
However, fans have not received much update on the fate of this project. In an interview with IGN in 2023, Kathleen Kennedy mentioned that the project was still in discussion but could be remade into a streaming series for Disney+ instead. However, the complete lack of discussion of the project in Kennedy's exit interview suggests that the project may have been scrapped.
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Rey's New Jedi Order Films are also in limbo
On Star Wars Celebration 2023, A New Jedi Order movie was announced, starring Daisy Ridley as Rey and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy set to direct the film. While Lucasfilm promoted a lot of hype about the film and its possibilities after the reveal, the New Jedi Order film has been plagued by numerous delays. Kathleen Kennedy didn't even mention the film or its status during the exit interview.
However, there could still be hope for the New Jedi Order. With Obaid-Chinoy's track record in film, television and journalism, her take on the matter Star Wars space would be welcome and refreshing. Rey's fate Star Wars the future could lie in fan acceptance Star Wars: Starfighterwhich will premiere next year as the first movie set after the Skywalker Saga.
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Rian Johnson's Star Wars trilogy probably won't happen
After Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last JediRian Johnson was ready to create a whole Star Wars own trilogy. This decision was made before his film got over the top hate from a vocal minority in the US Star Wars fandom. This reaction and many other factors, including Johnson's enormous success Knives Out mystery franchise, make another foray into the Star Wars franchise that probably won't happen anytime soon.
Unlike Jenkins Rogue Squadron project and a possible Rey movie, Rian Johnson was mentioned in Kathleen Kennedy's exit interview as she was directly asked about the future of the trilogy. Kennedy quoted Knives Out movies as the reason the trilogy was shelved. However, she also stated, “I believe he was scared off by the negativity on the internet.” That's why Johnson's trilogy is the least likely project to actually make it to the screen at this point.
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Adam Driver and Steven Sodenbergh's hunt for Ben Solo has already been dismissed
In an interview with VarietyAdam Driver revealed that he worked with Steven Sodenbergh and Scott Z. Burns on the pitch for The hunt for Ben Soloa film continuing the story of Kylo Ren after his apparent death in Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker. However, Driver also admitted this in the same interview Disney they rejected the movie “because they didn't see Ben Solo still alive.”
Still, Lucasfilm was more open to the idea. In her exit interview, Kennedy stated, “Steve Soderbergh and Adam Driver turned in the script that Scott Burns had written. It was just brilliant. Anything is possible if you're willing to take a risk.” Although the script has been rejected in the past, with new leadership at Lucasfilm and Disney, Ben Solo's story may finally have a chance to continue.
