Gina Carano teases possible return to Star Wars after talk with Lucasfilm

Gina Carano, known for her role as Cara Dune in The Mandalorian , has suggested that a return to the Star Wars universe may be possible. The comments came after a recent conversation she had with Lucasfilm, which she described as “really nice.” The talk followed her lawsuit against Disney, which, after a 2025 settlement, leaves the door open for future collaboration with the company.

Controversy and firing

Carano was fired from The Mandalorian in 2021 after her social media activity sparked controversy. She had drawn comparisons between the persecution of Jews in Nazi Germany and the modern-day experiences of Republicans, which led to the #FireGinaCarano campaign. Lucasfilm said her comments were “abhorrent and unacceptable” and stated there were “no plans” to rehire her in the future.

Talk with Lucasfilm

In a recent interview with journalist Ariel Helwani, Carano spoke about her conversations with Lucasfilm, where she also had the chance to discuss her upcoming fight with Ronda Rousey. She said she has already been in contact with key figures at Lucasfilm, including Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau. Carano said the mood during their Zoom call was “really nice” and that it felt like they had never even taken a break from working together.

Future projects

After leaving The Mandalorian , Carano has focused on other projects, including the film Terror on the Prairie , which was released in 2022. The Star Wars franchise remains a major force in the industry, and the third season of The Mandalorian continued without her, followed by a planned film, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu , set to premiere on May 22, 2026. It is still unclear whether Carano will be involved.

The conversation Carano had with Lucasfilm offers new hope for her fans and franchise watchers alike. Curiosity about Carano’s next steps and a possible return to the Star Wars universe continues to fuel discussion across gaming and film circles.