Star Wars Chaos: Key Writers Abandon Ship, Franchise Future Uncertain

Discover The Challenges Facing The Upcoming 2025 Star Wars Movie, As Key Writers Exit The Project And Fans Worry About The Future Of The Iconic

By Amitabh Mukherji
March 21,2023
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Lucasfilm’s forthcoming Star Wars movie has encountered significant challenges, particularly as fans eagerly await a new film in the franchise since 2019’s Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker. Lucasfilm’s plans for new ventures outside the Skywalker Saga have faced a series of setbacks, including the troubled 2025 release.

 Disney+ Expands Franchise While Theatrical Release Struggles

Disney+ Show Mandalorian
Disney+ Show Mandalorian

Despite these challenges, the Star Wars universe has seen growth through multiple Disney+ properties in recent years. However, the upcoming 2025 film is not immune to production issues, with new problems arising within the crew.

 Writing Team Exits Project

Future Of Star Wars
Future Of Star Wars

Screenwriters Damon Lindelof and Justin Britt-Gibson have departed the project after submitting a draft to Disney and Lucasfilm. Although Lucasfilm has reportedly secured a replacement writer, the name has not yet been disclosed. The film, directed by Ms. Marvel’s Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, is scheduled to begin production in February 2024 for a December 19, 2025 release.

 Impact Of Setbacks On The Future Of Star Wars

Star Wars
Star Wars

Despite securing a new writer, concerns remain about the abrupt departure of the original screenwriters. Lindelof, initially hired in March 2022, left the project alongside Britt-Gibson, raising questions about the film’s future. While Obaid-Chinoy’s involvement is promising after her success with Ms. Marvel, she is currently the sole creative attached to the first Star Wars movie in six years.

Uncertainty Looms Over Star Wars’ Theatrical Return

Bob Iger
Bob Iger

Disney CEO Bob Iger has expressed a desire to deliver a Star Wars film that fans can be proud of, following disappointing box office returns in recent years. However, the uncertainty surrounding the new writer’s identity and the project’s overall progress has left fans concerned about the franchise’s return to the big screen.