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Following theStar Warssequel trilogy, Lucasfilm has announced three new movies under the epic space opera, including one that will mark the return of Daisy Ridley’s Rey Skywalker. And recent rumors surrounding the film suggest that the studio has begun casting for the upcoming film.
The film is reportedly set 15 years after the events ofEpisode IXas Rey Skywalker attempts to build and train aNew Jedi Order. The studio is rumored to be casting three major roles for the film, one of which could potentially be played by theBlack Pantherstar Angela Bassett.
Angela Bassett is Rumored to Join the NewStar WarsFilm
According to reports from industry insiderDaniel Richtman, Lucasfilm has started the casting process for the highly anticipated next installment in the epic space operafocusing on Daisy Ridley’s Rey Skywalker.As per Richtman, the studio is seeking to cast two new characters, who are expected to portray Rey’s Jedi apprentices, while also scouting for the primary antagonist role.
While the other two roles remain uncertain, rumors suggest that the 65-year-old actressAngela Bassettcould take on the antagonistic role in the upcoming film.Richtman also claimed the Oscar-nominated actress’ recently had a meeting with Lucasfilm to discuss a role in the franchise.
Bassett is popularly known for starring in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the Queen Ramonda of Wakanda. She has also earned an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the 2022 sequel and has recently received an honorary Academy Award.
Richtman also shared that discussions surrounding the upcoming film suggest that it will be a direct follow-up toThe Rise of Skywalker,rather than starting a new trilogy for Ridley’s character.
Daisy Ridley Shared Update About Her UpcomingStar WarsFilm
During a conversation at SXSW,Daisy Ridleyshared an update about her upcomingStar Warsfilm, which is expected to start filming this year. When asked if the new film, following her character Rey Skywalker, is set to be titledNew Jedi Order, the actress responded with uncertainty, stating,“I don’t know!”
She further suggested that she is not aware of any such changes since the announcement.“I mean, I think so. From the announcement, I don’t think that’s changed,”she said as perCollider. Ridley further shared,“I know a script is happening, and I’m going to be reading it imminently, which is very exciting.”
As of now, no further updates regarding the film’s progress have been revealed. The upcoming film is set to bring Ridley back as Rey Skywalker and is anticipated to explore her role in leading a Jedi Academy. Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is set to direct the film and has shared that he is“very thrilled”about the project asserting that they are planning something“very special”for the film. No release date for the film has been revealed as of yet.
Laxmi Rajput
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Laxmi Rajput is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, with over 3,300 articles published covering film, TV, and pop culture. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in content writing, she pivoted to entertainment journalism because let’s be honest, superheroes, sitcoms, and Netflix binges are way more fun. Laxmi frequently covers Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and popular TV shows, offering both fan-first enthusiasm and thoughtful analysis. Her work often dives into Marvel theories, revisits the genius of The Big Bang Theory, or unpacks the Netflix phenomenon of Stranger Things.
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