Simon Kinberg to Write New Star Wars Trilogy

Lucasfilm is developing a new Star Wars trilogy, written and produced by Simon Kinberg, known for his work on the X-Men franchise and previous involvement with Star Wars: The Force Awakens. While details about the trilogy remain scarce, sources suggest it may either continue the Skywalker Saga with Episodes X-XII or introduce entirely new characters and stories, moving away from the Skywalkers' narrative. Kinberg's track record is mixed; he has created successful films but has also faced criticism for projects like Dark Phoenix. The decision to explore new stories could reinvigorate the franchise, allowing for original characters and unexpected plotlines. Meanwhile, actress Daisy Ridley, who portrayed Rey in the sequel trilogy, has disclosed her recent diagnosis of Graves' disease, which has affected her health since September 2023.