Overview
- Lucasfilm announced two new Star Wars films at the Tokyo Star Wars Celebration: The Mandalorian & Grogu and Star Wars: Starfighter.
- The Mandalorian & Grogu, directed by Jon Favreau, will debut on May 20, 2026, with Sigourney Weaver portraying an X-wing commander.
- Star Wars: Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, is set for release on May 28, 2027, with production starting in autumn 2025.
- Both films will explore a timeline set five years after Episode IX, introducing new characters and untapped storylines in the Star Wars universe.
- The announcements mark Lucasfilm's return to theatrical releases after a six-year hiatus, bridging Disney+ series with a fresh cinematic era.