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The Long-Delated and Ultimately Unfulfilled Star Wars Ryan Johnson Trilogy

The Legacy of The Last Jedi and Its Impact on the Franchise

Since its 2017 release, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, directed by Rian Johnson, has remained a controversial touchstone among fans and insiders alike. The film's divisive reception marked a significant turning point for the franchise, leading many longtime supporters to lose faith in Disney’s future plans. It seemed, at the time, that Disney was eager to capitalize on the Star Wars brand by simply releasing new content—regardless of the fan reaction—and hoping success would follow. However, the fallout of The Last Jedi showed that not all risks pay off, and fan backlash had tangible consequences.