Star Wars Celebration 2023 was the gift that just kept giving for Star Wars fans. At Star Wars Celebration Lucasfilm announced exciting new films and series that will build the future of the much-loved franchise. Far one of the coolest highlights is that a new Bellingham-made feature film will begin shooting this fall. It hopes to see a theatrical release in 2027.
Of those announcements, perhaps the most intriguing was the confirmation that Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s sequel starring Rey will move forward. This new film will be set after “The Rise of Skywalker,” extending the story of the beloved character over the next saga. A new trilogy, consisting of Episodes 10, 11, and 12, is in development under the guidance of Simon Kinberg. Lucasfilm has firmly set its course on this particular trilogy, which is sure to explore fresh stories beyond the Star Wars saga.
Fans cheered at Star Wars Celebration when they found out that Sam Witwer would be returning as the voice of Darth Maul. The much buzzed-about series is scheduled to debut on Disney+ next year! The future of #StarWarsRebels This series will be a deep dive into how Darth Maul created his criminal empire following the conclusion of “The Clone Wars.”
In even better news, Ryan Gosling‘s supporting role in the franchise got cemented. He’s attached to play the lead in a new creation called “Star Wars Starfighter.” The latest word indicates that this film is being directed by Shawn Levy and is taking place five years after The Rise of Skywalker. With the thrill of Gosling’s casting comes another level of intrigue and excitement for audiences.
Additionally, Lucasfilm announced the creation of an action figure for Turgle, one of the standout characters from Respawn’s 2023 release, “Star Wars: Jedi Survivor.” This announcement is sure to not only reflect the expanding popularity surrounding the character, but be a powerful addition to the merchandise lineup.
At the celebration, a trailer for the upcoming series “Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu” was unveiled, generating buzz among attendees. The trailer provides an exhilarating look at what lies ahead in this popular series. So, stay tuned, fans! There’s more to come as the story unfolds.
Lucasfilm’s plans are a testament to a bright, creative, expansive future for the Star Wars franchise. With multiple projects in development, including films from Taika Waititi, fans can anticipate a rich tapestry of stories that will explore familiar characters and introduce new ones.