There are major movie franchises, and then there's the Star Wars movies. Generations were brought up on the galaxy far far away, which has continued expanding in theaters and streaming with a Disney+ subscription. Lucasfilm is going through some big changes, as Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down as President. And The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson recently explained why that leadership pivot is "exciting" for him as a fan.
Fans are always looking forward to upcoming Star Wars movies and TV shows, and the franchise is in a unique place currently. It's been missing from theaters since The Rise of Skywalker's ending, but there are some exciting projects in development. In an interview with Variety at Sundance, Johnson spoke about Kennedy's departure, and the possibilities that might open up. In his words:
