In a surprising turn of events, it appears that Daisy Ridley will be reprising her role as Rey Skywalker in not just one but multiple upcoming Star Wars films. Reports indicate that Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy will be directing a standalone “New Jedi Order” movie, which will feature the beloved character.
However, according to sources within Lucasfilm, there seems to be some internal debate about where exactly Rey will appear next. “She is the most valuable cinematic asset—in some ways, maybe the only one Star Wars has right now,” said one insider, highlighting the character’s importance to the franchise’s future.
Simon Kinberg is reportedly developing a new Star Wars film trilogy, and it now seems that Rey might also be involved in these plans. “Rey is set to play a role in several movies that are being developed,” another source revealed, though specifics remain unclear.
This news is sure to excite fans who have grown attached to Ridley’s portrayal of the scavenger-turned-Jedi. The divisive reception to 2019’s Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, which concluded the Skywalker saga, left many wondering about the future of this beloved character.
Now, it seems that Lucasfilm is eager to continue exploring Rey’s journey, even as they chart a new course for the overall Star Wars franchise. “The closet is a little bare” when it comes to iconic film characters, the insider noted, highlighting Rey’s unique position as potentially the biggest remaining “entity” from the sequel trilogy.
However, this abundance of Rey-centric projects has apparently led to some internal “deliberation” at Lucasfilm. With Obaid-Chinoy’s film already in the works, the studio must now determine how to best utilize the character across multiple upcoming films without creating conflicts or redundancies.
“There’s internal deliberation about what to do with her next,” the insider explained, adding that while there’s no outright “battle” over Rey, her availability is a key factor in shaping the franchise’s future direction.
We still don’t know exactly how Lucasfilm will handle this challenging situation. Will Rey appear in Kinberg’s trilogy, the “New Jedi Order” film, or perhaps even other yet-to-be-announced projects? No doubt, fans will closely monitor any updates, eager to discover what awaits this pivotal Star Wars character.
One thing is certain: with Daisy Ridley back in the fold, the future of the galaxy far, far, away just got a whole lot more exciting. As the insider so eloquently put it, “Rey is the most valuable cinematic asset” Lucasfilm has at its disposal. Here’s hoping the studio finds the right way to harness her power and deliver a truly epic next chapter for the beloved heroine.