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Industry commentators, including prominent YouTubers like Doomcock and Midnight’s Edge, discuss the possibility of a Star Wars soft or hard reboot. The consensus indicates that Disney might be choosing to ignore or sidestep the problematic sequel trilogy altogether, instead focusing on side projects—like The Mandalorian or the High Republic era—that sidestep the controversial timeline.
This strategy aims to preserve the franchise’s core appeal while avoiding alienating long-time fans who criticize the sequels’ plotlines and character development. The decision seems driven by the realization that the sequels didn’t resonate with audiences, killing any hope of a straightforward restoration of the original canon.