Disney Replaces Star Wars Film with Ice Age 6

Disney has removed an untitled Star Wars film from its release schedule for December 18, 2026, replacing it with Ice Age 6. This decision marks another setback for the Star Wars franchise as it has been five years since the last theatrical release, 'The Rise of Skywalker'. While Lucasfilm has been developing various projects, including a new trilogy by Simon Kinberg, many have faced delays and uncertainty. The only confirmed Star Wars film still on the schedule is 'The Mandalorian & Grogu', set to premiere on May 22, 2026, with another untitled film tentatively planned for December 17, 2027. The ongoing reshuffling indicates a continued struggle for Lucasfilm to balance its film and streaming strategies, particularly following mixed audience receptions to recent Disney+ shows. Overall, these developments have left fans questioning the future of Star Wars in theaters.