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Good Morning Youtinians. The past few weeks have been full of Star Wars news; this past week was the biggest. An interview with Kathleen Kennedy set the record for her future at Lucasfilm, and there were some updates about the upcoming slate of films.

— JG Carse, Emmi Conner, and Doc B

Kathleen Kennedy’s Future At Lucasfilm

Generally, the lead-up to a Star Wars Celebration results in a quieter news week for Star Wars; however, the past week was a fury in the fandom with reports of Kathleen Kennedy departing the studio by the end of the year. Kathleen Kennedy quickly responded a few days later, disputing the claims: “I will never retire from movies. I will die making movies.”

Key Takeaways

• Discussions about a successor have taken place, but an announcement will be made “months or a year down the road”

• Kennedy further confirms that any rumors about her quitting have been entirely manufactured

• She acknowledges the online fervor around canceled projects, explaining, “…not every single thing we put in development we are going to make. That’s not unusual. We want to make those things that we feel are the best.”

Film Updates

• The rumored Shawn Levy’s is the next Star Wars movie to enter production and release after The Mandalorian and Grogu. It is a stand-alone film with “mostly new characters”.

• Simon Kinberg is currently scripting the next trilogy and will “move us into the future”.

• James Mangold’s prequel film has been slightly delayed in writing due to the awards season with his film, A Complete Unknown. “You have to accommodate top talent to a certain extent. And quality is so important with what it is we’re trying to do. I like to wait for people that I think are passionate and really good to step into Star Wars.”

We’re all fine here now - how are you? Be sure to check out Eric’s full write-up for all the details. Which of these discussed projects are you most excited and hopeful for?

Revenge of the Sith Returns to Theaters for Anniversary

2005, what a year Youtinians! If you were lucky enough to be able to patronise a theatre or cinema, then you were witness to the glory and glamour of George Lucas at his best - the finale to his trilogy of prequels, Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, and boy, oh boy, what a revenge it was!

To celebrate this milestone, Lucasfilm is bringing back this classic! What are the details:

• Lock in April 25th, 2025, as the date that Revenge of the Sith will premiere for a one-week limited run.

• Only selected U.S. theatres and international cinemas will host the event, so, make sure you check your local details.

• The film will be released in multiple formats, including 4DX with high-tech motion chairs, which we are absolutely thrilled about!

• Be sure to check out the fantastic new artwork from Matt Ferguson, which features an iconic image of Anakin Skywalker and his alter-ego, Darth Vader, and an action-packed Mustafar-like landscape with the infamous Obi-Wan/Anakin lightsaber duel front and center!

  We cannot wait to see some of the most unforgettable highlights of this ground-breaking movie in no particular order:

• The duel on Mustafar

• Order 66

• The battle in the Chancellor’s Office, Windu vs. Palpatine!

• That opening sequence of intense starships battling above Coruscant

These are only some of the galaxy-changing moments this film brought us. Be sure not to miss this opportunity to skip down a hyperplane to the past and enjoy reliving every magnificent minute!

We’re all fine here now - how are you? Along with the film nostalgia, always remember that Youtini has many more angles from which to appreciate and analyze the third Star Wars movie.

🛰️ In the Youtiniverse

• Sam explores the distinctive aesthetics and visual language of the Star Wars franchise and their importance to the overall mythos.

• On The Star Wars Archives, Jose and Trev revisit every Saw Gerrera appearance—from The Clone Wars to Rogue One—celebrating Mask of Fear and Andor Season 2!

• Discover the world of LEGO Star Wars sets with our ultimate guide. Explore the history, types, and collecting tips for fans of all ages—perfect for beginners and seasoned collectors.

🚀 Ready for Dispatch

• The Mask of Fear has been released. Be sure to check out our review of the beginning of this new trilogy.

• The release schedule, writers, and directors for Andor season two have been released, setting up a jam-packed month leading to the end of the series. 

• Star Wars Celebration has released more information about the upcoming Lightspeed Lane and Panel reservations. Read more about it here to plan accordingly.

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