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Many speculate that Disney's current approach might be to fold any potential Ray movie into the broader plans of Simon Kinberg's trilogy, which is also yet to be scripted. Still, with no scripts, no confirmed cast, and no production timelines, the project remains more of a placeholder than a genuine upcoming release.
A Sign of Franchise Struggles
All signs point toward Disney's Star Wars today as being in a state of severe limbo. The franchise's inability to deliver new content consistently over the last half-decade has led many to view these recent developments as failures—particularly under Kathleen Kennedy's leadership at Lucasfilm. The repeated cancellations, delays, and schedule shifts paint a picture of a studio struggling to find a clear path forward.