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Disney Cancels Star Wars Film Over Mismatched Robot Plot

8/10/2026

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Disney and Lucasfilm canceled a Star Wars film because the robot story did not fit the franchise.
Writer Simon Farnaby and director Paul King were set to helm the project before Disney suggested a sci-fi rework.
Lucasfilm chief Kathleen Kennedy departed earlier this year, with Dave Filoni succeeding her as franchise head.
The Mandalorian and Grogu’s opening earned about $82 million, prompting critic Clarisse Loughrey to give the film two stars.

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Story summary

Disney and Lucasfilm canceled a Star Wars film because the robot story did not fit the franchise.
Writer Simon Farnaby and director Paul King were set to helm the project before Disney suggested a sci-fi rework.
Lucasfilm chief Kathleen Kennedy departed earlier this year, with Dave Filoni succeeding her as franchise head.
The Mandalorian and Grogu’s opening earned about $82 million, prompting critic Clarisse Loughrey to give the film two stars.