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Rian Johnson Hopes ‘Star Wars’ Brings in ‘Fresh Voices and Filmmakers’ to Tell ‘New Stories in That World’ as Kathleen Kennedy Exits Lucasfilm

Rian Johnson expressed enthusiasm for Kathleen Kennedy's future projects and curiosity about Lucasfilm's direction under new leaders Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan.

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Rian Johnson is “excited to see” what Kathleen Kennedy does next after stepping down as the head of Lucasfilm. Kennedy, who took charge of the “Star Wars” franchise after George Lucas handpicked her to run Lucasfilm 14 years ago, announced her studio exit earlier this month. She is being replaced by Dave Filoni and Lynwen […]

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The film Star Wars by Taika Waititi may not have died, and the director has confirmed that it would be a comedy if it were to come to light. After almost fifteen years at the head of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy is about to leave the reins to the duo Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan. Interviewed by Deadline, the famous [...]

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Variety broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, January 26, 2026.
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