Shawn Levy's Star Wars Film May Arrive Sooner Than Expected

Shawn Levy's upcoming Star Wars film continues to generate buzz, with writer Jonathan Tropper expressing optimism about the project's progress. Set to take place a few years after The Rise of Skywalker, the movie marks a significant shift in the Star Wars timeline, as it will explore events beyond the Skywalker saga. Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy confirmed that Levy's film is a standalone story expected to premiere after 2026's Mandalorian film. Ryan Gosling is rumored to star, and fans are eager for updates as Levy’s film is anticipated for a release as early as late 2026 or into 2027.

In recent years, Disney has faced challenges with the Star Wars franchise, including cancellations and delays of various projects. However, Lucasfilm has announced new films in the series, including a New Republic movie directed by Dave Filoni and a New Jedi Order feature that will see Daisy Ridley reprise her role as Rey, reflecting a continued focus on expanding the Star Wars universe in the film medium. The next Star Wars project set for release is Season 2 of Andor, premiering on April 22, 2023, on Disney+.

Shawn Levy's Star Wars movie is expected to be released in late 2026 or possibly into 2027, although an exact date has yet to be confirmed.

The Star Wars franchise has enjoyed immense popularity since the first film premiered in 1977, creating a lasting cultural impact and leading to numerous sequels, spin-offs, and a vast expanded universe in films, television, books, and games. The upcoming projects aim to revitalize interest in the series after mixed receptions to recent films, focusing on new stories and characters while also building on familiar faces from the saga.