Part 9/11:
The Future of Star Wars Films: A Wait-and-See Approach
Overall, the shelving of Rogue Squadron signals a period of reevaluation and possible regrouping within Lucasfilm. While the studio cites scheduling conflicts, industry insiders suggest underlying creative or strategic disagreements, or even a move toward consolidating Star Wars content into television formats like Disney+. Given Disney's recent trend of shifting big projects to streaming, it wouldn't be surprising if Rogue Squadron eventually re-emerges as a Disney+ series rather than a theatrical film.