After the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the Star Wars franchise is entering a new and expansive phase with multiple new movies and projects planned that will explore different eras and characters within the galaxy far, far away. Lucasfilm has announced a total of at least nine new Star Wars movies currently in production or development, signaling a robust roadmap for the future of the saga[1].
One of the key upcoming films will focus on the future timeline after The Rise of Skywalker. This movie is being directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, who has expressed excitement about bringing a fresh, female perspective to the Star Wars universe. This film will mark a new chapter in the saga, moving beyond the Skywalker family storyline that dominated the previous nine episodes[1][4].
In addition to this future-set movie, there are other significant projects in the pipeline:
– A film about the founding of the Jedi, which will delve into the origins of the Jedi Order, exploring the ancient history of the galaxy and the mystical Force users who shaped it[1][4].
– A movie that will serve as the finale to the current era of interconnected Disney+ shows, tying together storylines from series like The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, and others, creating a cohesive narrative bridge between television and cinema[1].
– The return of Daisy Ridley as Rey in a new Star Wars movie, which is highly anticipated but currently scheduled to begin filming in the second half of 2026. This project is expected to continue Rey’s story beyond the events of The Rise of Skywalker[1].
– A big-screen adventure featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu, bringing the popular Disney+ characters to theaters for a larger-scale story[1].
– There is also talk of the once-canceled Rogue Squadron film potentially being revived, though no official confirmation has been made[1].
– Shawn Levy, a notable director, has teased his involvement in directing a Star Wars film, adding to the diversity of creative voices shaping the franchise’s future[1].
– Beyond these individual films, a whole new trilogy of Star Wars movies is reportedly in development, though details remain scarce. This trilogy is expected to expand the universe further, possibly exploring new characters and story arcs[1].
The roadmap after The Rise of Skywalker is thus characterized by a broad and ambitious slate of films that will explore different time periods and themes within the Star Wars universe. From ancient Jedi origins to future adventures beyond the Skywalker saga, the franchise is poised to grow in multiple directions.
For viewers wanting to understand where these new movies fit within the overall Star Wars timeline, the saga’s chronological order starts with the prequel trilogy (Episodes I-III), followed by standalone stories like Solo and Rogue One, then the original trilogy (Episodes IV-VI), and the sequel trilogy (Episodes VII-IX). The new films will come after Episode IX, expanding the post-Skywalker era[2][3][4].
In summary, the Star Wars movie roadmap after The Rise of Skywalker includes:
– A future-set film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy focusing on new stories beyond the Skywalker family.
– A film about the founding of the Jedi Order exploring ancient galactic history.
– A finale movie tying together Disney+ series storylines.
– A new Rey-centered movie starring Daisy Ridley, filming expected in 2026.
– A theatrical adventure featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu.
– Potential revival of Rogue Squadron.
– A new trilogy of Star Wars films in early development.
– Additional projects with new directors like Shawn Levy.
This extensive slate reflects Lucasfilm’s commitment to expanding the Star Wars universe in diverse and innovative ways, ensuring the saga continues to captivate audiences for years to come[1][4].
