Mon Sep 23 17:43:12 UTC 2024: ## Daisy Ridley’s ‘Star Wars’ Return On Hold Amid Script Troubles
**Orlando, FL -** Plans for a new Star Wars film starring Daisy Ridley as Rey Skywalker have been put on hold, according to multiple reports. The project, tentatively titled “New Jedi Order,” has been plagued by script issues, with writer Steven Knight struggling to deliver a final draft to Lucasfilm after over a year of work.
Knight, who is currently shooting his “Peaky Blinders” movie, has reportedly submitted four drafts, each receiving feedback and revisions from Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy. These ongoing revisions have led to delays, with filming now unlikely to begin before 2025.
This isn’t the first instance of script troubles for the film. Prior to Knight, Damon Lindelof (“Watchmen”) and Justin Brit-Gibson also took on the writing duties, only to exit the project due to creative differences.
The news comes at a time when the Star Wars franchise is attempting to find its footing after the divisive “The Rise of Skywalker” concluded the Skywalker saga. While the Disney+ series “The Mandalorian” initially reinvigorated interest in the franchise, subsequent shows have focused largely on legacy characters and lore, a move that some fans feel has alienated a wider audience.
Lucasfilm’s high expectations for box office returns are also contributing to the film’s troubled production. The studio is reportedly seeking a blockbuster with a billion-dollar gross, requiring substantial investment and therefore necessitating even higher box office numbers. This cycle of pressure and revisions is likely playing a part in the film’s prolonged development.
The fate of the “New Jedi Order” remains uncertain, with no confirmed release date. Whether the film will ultimately make it to the screen, and if so, whether it will be able to capture the magic of the original trilogy remains to be seen.
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