The future of Star Wars is a mystery, but one man is at the helm: Dave Filoni. As one of the new Lucasfilm presidents, Filoni is steering the franchise towards an exciting new direction, and his plans are intriguing to say the least.
In a recent interview, Filoni revealed his approach to the future of Star Wars, stating, "I’m just looking at the stories and the potential and planning what I’d like to do." This statement is a classic Filoni move, as he is known for his enigmatic quotes that often mean more than they seem.
Filoni's focus is on the stories, and he's building an overarching idea that will shape the franchise. He's already working on a few projects, including the highly anticipated second season of Ahsoka, which will debut on Disney+ in early 2027. Following that, Star Wars: Starfighter will be released in May 2027, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling.
But what about the future beyond these projects? Filoni hints at a planned trilogy conceived by Simon Kinberg, which could become Episodes X, XI, and XII. This trilogy might also incorporate the work of director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy on a Rey movie.
Other announced movies, such as those by James Mangold and Taika Waititi, remain on the table, but Filoni's emphasis on storytelling with Jon Favreau suggests that the adventures of the Mandalorian and Grogu will continue. This is a wise move, as Filoni and Favreau have a proven track record of telling great stories together.
However, Filoni's true intentions may not be fully revealed until August at the D23 Expo or April 2027 at Star Wars Celebration. Until then, fans will have to speculate and wonder what the next Star Wars movie will be after Starfighter. Will Filoni's vision live up to the expectations of the franchise? Only time will tell.
In the meantime, fans can look forward to the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, as well as the future of Doctor Who. The universe of science fiction is expanding, and Filoni is at the forefront of this exciting journey.
