Lucasfilm's New Jedi Order: Daisy Ridley's Star Wars Movie Sets Production Start Date
Lucasfilm's Star Wars universe is gearing up for a monumental return, with an untitled movie set to commence production in April 2024. The film marks the triumphant comeback of Daisy Ridley as Rey Skywalker, taking audiences on an intriguing journey set 15 years after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
According to Production List, the industry's production tracking service, filming for the untitled Star Wars movie featuring Ridley's iconic character will commence on April 7, 2024, in London, United Kingdom. The narrative will focus on Rey's endeavors in establishing a new Jedi Order, delving into uncharted territory within the Star Wars timeline.
Insider Jeff Sneider's revelations on The Hot Mic podcast stirred further anticipation, hinting at imminent casting announcements before the year concludes. While Ridley stands as the only confirmed cast member, speculation abounds regarding potential reprisals from her co-stars in the sequel trilogy.
This much-anticipated project's journey began with reports in October 2022, announcing its development and the involvement of Damon Lindelof and Justin Britt-Gibson in crafting the screenplay. However, subsequent changes saw Steven Knight taking over as the screenwriter, leading to an official announcement by Lucasfilm at Star Wars Celebration 2023, confirming Ridley's reprisal of her iconic role.
Despite its connection to The Rise of Skywalker, Ridley's movie will venture into uncharted territory, steering clear of The Skywalker Saga. Instead, it will introduce the New Jedi Order era within the Star Wars lore, setting the stage for a fresh narrative landscape distinct from previous installments.
Moreover, Lucasfilm's ambitious vision for the Star Wars universe extends beyond Ridley's film. Projects like James Mangold's exploration of The Force's origins and Dave Filoni's dive into post-Return of the Jedi storylines signify an expansive cinematic universe on the horizon.
While an official release date for Ridley's New Jedi Order movie is yet to be confirmed by Lucasfilm, industry expectations point toward May 22, 2026, coinciding with Disney's allocated slot for an untitled Star Wars movie—a date eagerly anticipated by fans awaiting the next chapter in this iconic saga.
