Lucasfilm’s next era of Star Wars movies is starting to take shape, and Rey’s next chapter may be a supporting one.Credit: LucasfilmThe studio is moving forward with a new trilogy written by Simon Kinberg, with Jon Watts attached to direct the first installment. The project could continue the Skywalker Saga beyond Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker (2019), potentially becoming Star Wars: Episode X. Now, fresh reports suggest the new films will hand the spotlight to a pair of new heroes, built very much in the mould of Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Finn (John Boyega).The development arrives during a period of change at Lucasfilm. Kathleen Kennedy has stepped down as president, with Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan assuming new leadership responsibilities. It also raises fresh questions about the three movies announced at Star Wars Celebration 2023, which appear to have been overtaken by newer priorities.Credit: LucasfilmEpisode X Will Reportedly Introduce Two New LeadsEarly plot details have begun to emerge, starting with a report from Daniel Richtman. According to the insider, Watts’ Episode X will feature two lead characters, with Rey stepping into a mentor role to guide them.Rey’s standalone movie hasn’t been scrapped, Richtman notes, but it has been placed on hold. Star Wars insider @fiveswalker has since added further context, per SFFGazette. Lucasfilm is reportedly seeking male and female leads for the film.“Episode X will have duo leads like Finn and Rey,” the scooper explains. “Their dynamic is very much that archetype, but with a more clearly defined romantic component. [The] male lead comes from a harsh orphaned background just like Rey and is swept up into the story after being implicated in a killing.”Credit: Lucasfilm“[The] female lead comes from high society, a perfectionist. Royalty,” they continued. “She and the male lead are caught up in a big adventure together, with her bringing him into the larger ‘world’s stage’ of Star Wars characters we know.” The setup draws clear parallels with the sequel trilogy, which paired Rey’s scavenger origins with Finn’s escape from the First Order. This time, however, romance appears set to play a more direct role from the outset.What Happens to Daisy Ridley’s Rey Movie?Ridley was previously announced to return as Rey in a film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. Often referred to as the New Jedi Order, that project was set to follow Rey as she attempted to rebuild the Jedi Order after the events of The Rise of Skywalker.Its prolonged development has raised questions about whether it remains a priority. These latest reports position Rey as a guiding figure for a new generation, which would fit naturally with the Jedi-rebuilding premise of her solo outing.Credit: LucasfilmIt remains unclear whether the two projects will be combined, whether the trilogy will supersede the standalone movie, or whether both could proceed independently. Lucasfilm has not confirmed that the Rey film has been canceled or absorbed into Kinberg’s trilogy.Jon Watts Brings Franchise ExperienceWatts’ involvement was first reported by Knight Edge Media before being covered by major entertainment publications. The filmmaker directed Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019), and Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021). He also co-created Star Wars: Skeleton Crew alongside Christopher Ford and directed two episodes of the Disney+ series.Kinberg has been developing the trilogy for a couple of years, but Lucasfilm has yet to confirm a release date or detailed plot.Credit: LucasfilmThe 2023 Slate No Longer Tells the Full StoryAt Star Wars Celebration Europe in April 2023, Lucasfilm announced three films: James Mangold’s Dawn of the Jedi, Dave Filoni’s New Republic film, and Obaid-Chinoy’s Rey movie. Together, they promised to explore the distant past, the era of the Disney+ series, and the period after the sequel trilogy.Since then, other projects have gained momentum. The Mandalorian and Grogu returned the franchise to cinemas in 2026, while Shawn Levy’s Star Wars: Starfighter, starring Ryan Gosling, is scheduled for May 2027 during the franchise’s 50th anniversary period. The Kinberg-Watts film reportedly ranks among Lucasfilm’s more advanced projects after Starfighter.None of the three 2023 films has been officially canceled. However, the shifting priorities suggest the original slate no longer offers a reliable picture of Lucasfilm’s immediate theatrical plans.Credit: LucasfilmFor fans, Episode X looks set to carry the Skywalker Saga into new territory with fresh faces at its center, while keeping Rey connected to the story. Those hoping for a Rey-led adventure may need to adjust their expectations, at least for now.With Starfighter arriving in 2027 and the new trilogy still awaiting approval, the franchise’s long-term theatrical direction remains unsettled. Ultimately, Lucasfilm’s next phase will depend on which of its announced projects actually move into production and reach theaters.How do you feel about the upcoming tenth installment of the Star Wars Skywalker Saga? 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