Star Wars fans are eagerly anticipating the announcement of the franchise’s return to theaters, which is expected to happen during Star Wars Celebration on April 7. Last year’s hopes for a big screen announcement were unfulfilled, but recent reports suggest that Lucasfilm will unveil its movie plans this year.

The Next Theatrical Endeavor: Lindelof’s Film

According to Jeff Sneider, an insider who appeared on John Rocha’s The Hot Mic podcast, the next Star Wars movie will be Damon Lindelof’s film. The insider claimed that this movie will be released in December 2025, which is when Disney’s next untitled Star Wars film is slated for release. Lindelof, the writer of Lost and Watchmen, has already finished the script, and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is set to direct.

What We Know About Lindelof’s Film

Various reports claim that Lindelof’s film will take place after The Rise of Skywalker and may include characters from the sequel trilogy. Jon Favreau, the creator of The Mandalorian, confirmed that Star Wars is developing post-sequel trilogy stories, adding to the speculation. Additionally, Daisy Ridley’s Instagram story from Lucasfilm has fans buzzing about the upcoming film.

The Future of Star Wars

Although Taika Waititi’s film is also in development, little is known about it. In contrast, Lindelof’s film is more concrete, with a director, a finished script, and a release date. If the report is accurate, it will be the first Star Wars film to hit theaters after a six-year hiatus.