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Taika Waititi's Star Wars Film and Spin-offs Confirmed!

4/22/2025

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Kathleen Kennedy of Lucasfilm has reassured fans that Taika Waititi's Star Wars film is very much alive, now with Tony McNamara on board as co-writer. While progress has been gradual, Kennedy remains hopeful about their creative partnership. Excitingly, fans can also look forward to a Mandalorian spin-off in 2026 and a Starfighter movie in 2027!

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Kathleen Kennedy of Lucasfilm has reassured fans that Taika Waititi's Star Wars film is very much alive, now with Tony McNamara on board as co-writer. While progress has been gradual, Kennedy remains hopeful about their creative partnership. Excitingly, fans can also look forward to a Mandalorian spin-off in 2026 and a Starfighter movie in 2027!