Star Wars Fans Fly Banner Over Disney Demanding Ben Solo Movie Release

Adam Driver revealed he spent two years developing a standalone Star Wars movie titled "The Hunt for Ben Solo" with director Steven Soderbergh, intended to continue the story of his character Ben Solo/Kylo Ren after "The Rise of Skywalker." Lucasfilm executives, including Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, supported the project, but Disney executives Bob Iger and Alan Bergman ultimately rejected it, stating they didn't see how Ben Solo could be alive. In response, passionate Star Wars fans organized a banner-flying stunt over Disney Studios in Burbank, California, displaying "Save The Hunt for Ben Solo" to express their support for the film's release. Driver described the script as one of the best he'd ever been part of, praising its character-driven approach akin to "The Empire Strikes Back." Despite the rejection, the Star Wars franchise continues with upcoming projects like "The Mandalorian & Grogu" film and a new series following Rey's efforts to rebuild the Jedi Order. The fan campaign highlights strong demand to see more of Ben Solo's story, reflecting the character's lasting impact on the Star Wars community.