The future of the Star Wars franchise is poised for transformation with the upcoming release of The Mandalorian and Grogu next week. This film, co-written by Dave Filoni, one of the new presidents at Lucasfilm, signifies a shift in direction for the series. Filoni emphasized the importance of overarching storytelling and collaboration with other creatives, indicating a commitment to both existing narratives and new ideas.
Following the release of this film, Filoni’s own series, Ahsoka, is scheduled to premiere on Disney+ in early 2027. Additionally, a standalone film titled Star Wars: Starfighter, featuring Ryan Gosling and directed by Shawn Levy, is set for release in May 2027. Filoni has hinted at continuing certain storylines already in progress, which may involve a trilogy conceived by Simon Kinberg that could become Episodes X, XI, and XII.
While projects from directors like James Mangold and Taika Waititi remain under consideration, the emphasis appears to be on the narratives shaped by Filoni and his long-time collaborator Jon Favreau. This suggests that the storytelling journey of the Mandalorian, Grogu, and Ahsoka will play a significant role in the franchise's future.