Disney CEO Bob Iger admits Lucasfilm has taken a very cautious approach Star Wars the film after the controversial sequel trilogy and box office failure Solo: A Star Wars Story. Over the past few years, Lucasfilm has focused on a string of successful Disney+ TV shows, including Palestinians, AndorraAnd Obi-Wan Kenobi. Despite reports that the studio has plans to “acceleration” Product Star Wars movies, several of which have been canceled recently — including Patty Jenkins’ Scam Squadron with Kevin Feige Star Wars project.
Speaking at the Morgan Stanley conference (via hollywood reporter), Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed that Disney will change its strategy to focus more on quality over quantity, delivering more powerful content at a slower pace. He pointed to the box office success of the sequel trilogy, then hinted that fightbox office failure. “Solo let us down a bit,“He admitted it.”It gave us pause and thought maybe the tempo was a bit too aggressive. So we decided to step back a bit.Iger reassures viewers that Lucasfilm is still in development Star Wars movie, but pointed out the importance of landing the next movie. “We will make sure that when we do, it will be correct, so we are very careful there.“
Disney’s Star Wars Caution Would Be Smart (But Now There’s Pressure)
Lucasfilm’s caution is completely understandable Star Wars Trilogy of sequels and failures fight – In fact, such caution may be wise. As the nine-part Skywalker saga comes to an end, what happens next could shape the future. Star Wars. This could mean next Star Wars The film will be a standalone feature film, not the start of a new trilogy or story, just to ease the tension.
In contrast, Lucasfilm’s streaming content is well positioned thanks to its recent success Andorra With the participation of Diego Luna, the new season Palestinians Now streaming on Disney+, continues the adventures of Din Djarin and the brave kid Grogu. In addition, programs like Ahsoka And skeleton screw Scheduled for release in 2023, both are expected to Palestiniansprovides an overarching story about the setting of the New Republic era before the sequel trilogy. However, Disney and Lucasfilm seem to be well aware Star Wars Definitely need to continue to appear on the big screen as a potential big revenue source.
It was recently reported that Patty Jenkins Scam Squadron and a feature led by Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has been discontinued. While disappointing, this news could be a sign that Lucasfilm has settled into the strategic direction of the franchise, with all eyes on the Star Wars Celebration in London. in April, where future releases are likely to be announced. plan. Hopefully it won’t be long before viewers know what happens next Star Wars movie will.
Source: Hollywood Reporter