Kathleen Kennedy confirmed Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s Star Wars movie is tied to Luke Skywalker.

What exactly did she say?

This isn’t the first time Kennedy referenced Luke Skywalker’s role in the upcoming film.

Luke Skywalker Star Wars movie Mark Hamill

Yes, it’s true that it’s intended to be a"New Order.

“But if so, why the need for the old texts?

While some fans speculateYoda’scomment means he knows Rey took the texts, again, it’s unclear.

Luke Skywalker talking to Rey in The Rise of Skywalker

As for Rey’s promise to Luke, that’s somewhat confusing as well.

InEpisode IX, Luke only warned Rey that failing to face Palpatine would be the end of Jedi.

He also gave herLeia’s lightsaber, saying she was who would continue his sister’s journey.

2025 Star Wars Movie: Lucasfilm Confirms Luke Skywalker’s Impact on Next Film

Hopefully, Obaid-Chinoy and her team will find that balance ahead of Ridley’s return.

The next Star Wars film is currently aiming for a May 22, 2026 theatrical release.

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