Star Wars is gearing up for one of its biggest years in recent memory, with six sequel projects confirmed to release on the 2026 slate. The franchise will also return to theaters for the first time since 2019, marking a major turning point for Lucasfilm after several years focused primarily on streaming. While Star Wars has historically leaned heavily into prequel storytelling, 2026 stands out for shifting the spotlight toward continuation stories.Star Wars has always been a multi-media storytelling franchise, with movies then TV shows leading the charge, but novels and comics also play a major role in expanding the galaxy. That approach became even more pronounced after Disney acquired Lucasfilm in 2012 and reset the canon across games, books, and comics, creating a more unified timeline. As a result, 2026 is shaping up to be a packed year for fans, featuring a new theatrical film alongside a new live-action series, animated projects, and multiple books that continue to build out the Star Wars universe across platforms. And for fans of pre-existing Star Wars media, these projects are confirmed to follow up on beloved stories that they are already familiar with. Read full article on The Direct.