
Dave Filoni confirms Disney not making 'The Hunt for Ben Solo' Star Wars movie
Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni has confirmed that Disney is not currently working on the scrapped Star Wars movie "The Hunt for Ben Solo," despite fan interest.
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Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni has confirmed that Disney is not currently working on the scrapped Star Wars movie "The Hunt for Ben Solo," despite fan interest.

Disney and Lucasfilm have announced plans to recast iconic characters such as Han Solo and Luke Skywalker for a new version of the original "Star Wars: A New Hope." This decision signals a significant refresh for the beloved film.

Veteran Lucasfilm and Samsung executive Des Carey has been appointed as Executive Director, Strategic Growth & Innovation at the Dublin-based VFX and post-production studio Elephant Goldfish.

Seven years after its release, reports suggest Lucasfilm views the character of Rey Skywalker in 'The Rise of Skywalker' as a mistake, indicating a shift in the franchise's future plans for her.

New revelations from Lucasfilm head Dave Filoni suggest the possibility of an exciting John Wick-style narrative within the Star Wars universe.

Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor known for her pivotal work on the original Star Wars trilogy and other New Hollywood films, has died at the age of 80. Her extensive filmography includes 'Return of the Jedi,' 'Taxi Driver,' and 'New York, New York.'
The long-awaited Star Wars sequel, "The Mandalorian & Grogu," from Lucasfilm, will see the heroic Mandalorian and Grogu embark on their most thrilling mission yet, with Sigourney Weaver also joining the cast. The new adventure will be released exclusively in cinemas on the 21st.
After a contentious split with Lucasfilm and a quietly resolved lawsuit, former 'Mandalorian' star Gina Carano is rebuilding her career on her own terms, rekindling ties with Jon Favreau.
Lucasfilm is set to sneak 25 minutes of the upcoming movie 'Mandalorian & Grogu' at an Imax fan event, bringing Grogu, also known as Baby Yoda, to the big screen for the first time.

A new favorite Star Wars character from Lucasfilm's latest series has a cool connection and serves as a massive Easter egg to the iconic 'Force Unleashed' games.

Mark Hamill, known for his role as Luke Skywalker, has expressed strong support for Dave Filoni, the new co-president of Lucasfilm, following Kathleen Kennedy's exit.

Star Wars actor John Boyega has confirmed at Megacon Orlando that he has spoken with new Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni about reprising his role as Finn, years after previously indicating he was done with the character.

Kathleen Kennedy, the former head of Disney's Star Wars division Lucasfilm, has revealed a character detail regarding Baby Yoda from the forthcoming The Mandalorian & Grogu movie.
With The Mandalorian And Grogu almost upon us, Star Wars fans are set for the first mainline film in the franchise since Episode IX, The Rise of Skywalker, came out in December 2019.

A Star Wars showrunner has debunked rumors that Dave Filoni, now CEO of Lucasfilm, disliked one of the franchise's highest-rated shows.

Lucasfilm co-boss Dave Filoni addressed the potential future of a 'Hunt For Ben Solo' film at D23, hinting that the Force might not be with the project.

An analysis suggests that 'The Last Jedi' was correct in its approach to the Star Wars saga, and that the franchise's ongoing struggles stem from Disney and Lucasfilm's reluctance to embrace the film's core lessons.

Star Wars fans have launched a petition to save a canceled sequel, expressing a desire for better content. Lucasfilm appears to have heard their feedback, as evidenced by an upcoming Disney+ show.

Comments from former Lucasfilm boss Kathleen Kennedy shed light on why 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' is widely considered the weakest film in the franchise.

Following recent changes at Lucasfilm and the release of The Mandalorian & Grogu, an analysis suggests that Ahsoka Tano is more ready than ever to become a central figure in the Star Wars franchise.

Lucasfilm's Dave Filoni and director Jon Favreau have played numerous and varied roles in the Star Wars universe over the years, contributing to a wild roster of characters.

Disney and Lucasfilm's new 10-part show, "Maul - Shadow Lord," is being characterized as combining the gritty realism of "Andor" with the fantasy elements of lightsabers and the Force, creating a mature and nuanced Star Wars experience.

Gina Carano has hinted at a potential return to the Star Wars franchise, revealing she had a "really nice" conversation with Lucasfilm following her lawsuit against Disney.

Anticipation is building for Star Wars Celebration 2027, with several predictions emerging regarding how Lucasfilm plans to advance the Star Wars galaxy in the coming years.

Sam Witwer, star of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, expressed his enthusiasm to return as Starkiller, stating he would be 'very happy' to shave his head for the role if Lucasfilm asked.

Actor John Boyega has reportedly held talks with Lucasfilm head Dave Filoni regarding a potential return to the Star Wars galaxy as his character Finn.

Star Wars actor John Boyega has revealed he has spoken with new Lucasfilm president Dave Filoni about reprising his role as Finn, years after previously indicating he was done with the character.

Although Star Wars' controversial High Republic series was cancelled, we know what Yoda's surprising role would have been in a second season.

What next for Temuera Morrison and his iconic character Boba Fett in the ongoing Star Wars franchise? Not much, it sounds like.

The first trailer for 'Ahsoka' Season 2 has been released, confirming the return of Anakin Skywalker and revealing the Disney+ series' release date. Grand Admiral Thrawn declares war on the Rebels in the new footage.

Lucasfilm has announced a new Luke and Leia prequel and a remake of the original Star Wars trilogy to celebrate the franchise's 50th anniversary. These projects aim to expand and revisit the iconic saga.

A discussion explores the possibility of a Star Wars series centered on Emperor Palpatine, noting that actor Ian McDiarmid had previously revealed a Palpatine series was once in development with Lucasfilm.

Elijah Wood has expressed his desire for a TV reboot of an underrated 33-year-old Lucasfilm adventure franchise, following his work on the 'Among Us' show.

Marcia Lucas, the Oscar-winning editor renowned for her pivotal work on the Star Wars saga, has died at the age of 80. Tributes have poured in from Lucasfilm and the wider film community, acknowledging her significant contributions to the iconic franchise. Separately, Esa Pulliainen, the influential guitarist of the Finnish band Agents, has also passed away at 69.

Early critical reception for "The Mandalorian & Grogu" film has been released, with some reviews indicating a disappointing Rotten Tomatoes score and raising concerns for Disney's Star Wars franchise. Fans are anticipating the movie, which some speculate might be more of a "side quest" than a full feature film.

James Waugh, Senior Vice President of Franchise Story and Creative Strategy at Lucasfilm, believes that user-generated content within Fortnite will play a significant role in the future of Star Wars storytelling.

Former 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian' actress Gina Carano is reportedly in discussions for a return to the franchise, following her lawsuit against Lucasfilm in 2024.

The production team behind 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' revealed they infused actor Sam Witwer's blood-curdling screams into the sound design for Darth Maul's double-bladed lightsaber.

Star Wars writers claim that Lucasfilm is consistently preventing the popular extended universe character Mara Jade from being brought into the Disney-sanctioned canon.

Star Wars actor John Boyega has confirmed he is again in negotiations with Lucasfilm, having spoken with President Dave Filoni about reprising his role as Finn, years after previously indicating he was done with the character.

The André Øvredal directed horror pic Passenger will now go on May 22, over Memorial Day weekend instead of May 29. The Melissa Leo-Jacob Scipio-Lou Llobell starring movie will now join the competitive, yet heavily traffic-ed weekend, against Disney/Lucasfilm’s The Mandalorian & Grogu, NEON’s Boots Riley comedy I Love Boosters which world premiered last night […]

Kathleen Kennedy, the venerable filmmaker and former president of Lucasfilm, spent her Sunday singing the praises of American sound designers.

With Dave Filoni's increased role at Lucasfilm, there is renewed hope for the abandoned 'Star Wars' movie 'The Hunt for Ben Solo'.