Category: Starfighter (film)

{Updated} D23 2026: Ahsoka Trailer Goes Big for January 20 Premiere, Starfighter Trailer Leaks, Ben Solo Movie Hint?

With 2027 barreling towards us whether we like it or not, it was time for Lucasfilm to peel back some glimpses of what fans can expect on the big and little screens. At the D23 convention, they did just that, showcasing what appears to be a much bigger season for Ahsoka, which launches on January 20, 2027, with massive battles and a much better sense of scale than season one, judging by the trailer alone. Starfighter had its moment too, officially revealing a new poster with a new logo, but the leaked trailer is out there (which I break down below) if you look hard enough, also teasing a small focus with big potential. UPDATE: Plus, Dave Filoni responds how they aren’t making The Hunt for Ben Solo…right now!? Let’s get into it all below the cut! Continue reading “{Updated} D23 2026: Ahsoka Trailer Goes Big for January 20 Premiere, Starfighter Trailer Leaks, Ben Solo Movie Hint?”

So Long, and Thanks for All the Sith: Kathleen Kennedy Steps Down, Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan Step Up

 

After 14 years steering the helm of Lucasfilm after George Lucas sold the company to Disney, Kathleen Kennedy has announced she’ll step down. Taking her place, following the Disney subsidiary mold, are two new leaders: Dave Filoni, who will be more familiar to most fans, and Lynwen Brennan, whose storied career with ILM and Lucasfilm should get more attention. What does it all mean for the future of Star Wars, on-screen and otherwise? Will we see a big change or expect more of the same? In a big exit interview, Kennedy’s willingness to be open about her time running the company, and working under Disney’s ever watchful gaze, offers some hints at what to expect, while she also dropped some news regarding the myriad of films we’ve heard about but have yet to see. Let’s dive in below! Continue reading “So Long, and Thanks for All the Sith: Kathleen Kennedy Steps Down, Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan Step Up”

Film News: Starfighter Begins Production, Cast Announced

Surprise dropped at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2025, the upcoming 2027 standalone film Star Wars: Starfighter by Shawn Levy has had a steady drip of entertainment trade announced casting since, sparking more and more excitement for the film. Today, Lucasfilm officially announced casting, confirming several already intriguing names and adding some new ones, plus revealing production has started. Head below for the full first image and a round-up about the new cast! Continue reading “Film News: Starfighter Begins Production, Cast Announced”

Star Wars: Starfighter, Starring Ryan Gosling, Out 2027, New The Mandalorian and Grogu Details (SWCJ 2025)

While it was billed as The Mandalorian and Grogu panel, Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025’s first panel decided to start with a surprise: Shawn Levy’s rumored film was not only confirmed, but it’s star Ryan Gosling was brought on stage, the title Starfighter was revealed, and it’s next to go into production with a release date of May 28, 2027! It wasn’t all about Ken, as new behind-the-scenes photos were shared from Grogu’s Day Out, additional details, and footage was shown to attendees (you can find it if you know where to look), hyping up 2026’s film. Head below for all the particulars gleaned from the panel! Continue reading “Star Wars: Starfighter, Starring Ryan Gosling, Out 2027, New The Mandalorian and Grogu Details (SWCJ 2025)”