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With theStar Warsfranchise constantly expanding with live-action shows and movies, Lucasfilm recently revealed its plans for a new trilogy in the making. According to reports, the studio has made a deal with their previous collaborator Simon Kinberg, for films that could possibly be about episodes 10-12 of theSkywalker Saga.
But amid such tantalizing reports, new revelations from notable industry insider Daniel Richtman claim that Lucasfilm has been reportedly looking for John Boyega to return to their new movie. Despite Boyega previously slamming Disney andStar Warsfor doing him dirty in Daisy Ridley’s sequel trilogy, Lucasfilm appears to be hopeful for his comeback.
Lucasfilm is Looking for John Boyega’s Return in The UpcomingStar WarsProject
After creating a few of the most beloved and profitable projects in the past few decades, Lucasfilm is once again planning to return to the galaxy far far away with a new trilogy. Based on reports fromComic Basis, the studio is currently working on a trilogy ofStar Warsmovies, following a deal with Simon Kinberg.
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Kinberg is well accustomed to theStar Warsfranchise, given his previous works on the Emmy-nominated animated seriesStar Wars Rebels,andStar Wars: Episode VII — The Force Awakens.Further, the outlet revealed that the new films could be based on episodes 10-12 of theSkywalker Saga, which began with George Lucas’s originalStar Warsmovie in 1977.
Further, the latestreportsfrom industry insider Daniel Richtman revealed that Daisy Ridley’s Rey might be a big part of the upcoming movies, alongside a possible return fromJohn Boyega. Yes, apparently, Lucasfilm is reportedly looking for Boyega’s comeback as Finn, despite previously disappointing the star with his character’s lack of development in theStar Warssequel trilogy.
John Boyega’s Honest Opinion About His PreviousStar WarsMovies and His Return
Meanwhile, although John Boyega has yet to address this rumor and share his opinion on his possible return, the actor’s previous conversation withTechRadarmade us believe that his comeback might actually be possible. Apparently, during his 2023 interview with the outlet, Boyega had stated his conditions for return.
I’m open to all characters and scripts that are enjoyable, have a great cast attached, and a terrific director. So yeah, I’m open to all opportunities.
Despite previously being disappointed inStar Warsforruining his character’s arcand being vocal about never returning to the franchise, John Boyega seemingly changed his mind. And as per his 2023 interview, all Boyega needs for his comeback in theStar Warsfranchise is a decent and enjoyable script, an ensemble of legendary cast, and a visionary filmmaker
Boyega toldGQin 2020;
What I would say to Disney is do not bring out a Black character, market them to be much more important in the franchise than they are, and then have them pushed to the side. It’s not good. I’ll say it straight up.
Following the completion of hisStar Warssequel trilogy in 2019, John Boyega had expressed his dissatisfaction with his character. Claiming that Disney had a plan forDaisy Ridleyand Adam Driver’s characters but not for his or his co-star Kelly Marie Tran’s character, Boyega had made bombshell accusations about the studio.
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By the end of his discussion, he had even expressed his plans of never returning to the franchise. However, considering how he changed his mind within a few years, there seems to be a possibility for his return as Finn, in the upcomingStar Warsproject.
The Star Warssequel trilogy is currently available to watch on Disney+.
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