In 2019, Lucasfilm ended the Skywalker saga and the new trilogy with the Rise of Skywalker. The main part of Star Wars had its conclusion. But after the Disney Investor Day announcements, the franchise is more alive than ever. A The Mandalorian another 10 titles of series of animation and live-action that will expand this universe together. The studio doesn’t forget about movies, either. Star Wars: Rogue Squadron has a release date and Chris Pine already knows the plot.
The actor is currently promoting Wonder Woman 1984 in which he returns as Steve Trevor. Chris Pine is once again put under the direction of Patty Jenkins for the second installment of Amazon. Now she tells Collider that the director has already told her what her plans will be for the Star Wars universe. Chris Pine knows the plot of Star Wars: Rogue Squadron and confirms that it is very, very good. He is excited for Jenkins and thinks fans will be excited for the movie.
“I’ve talked to [Patty Jenkins] about the movie. Not about an apparition, but about the story. She has told me about it. It sounds very, very good. I’m excited for her, excited about what she’s going to do. If there is someone who can reimagine and give a breath of fresh air, give new life, it is her.
For his part, Chris Pine denies for the moment his participation in the film and clarifies that he only knows the plot. But it should not be ruled out that Patty Jenkins wanted to have him for Star Wars: Rogue Squadron. Pine already has experience with space science fiction films after his participation in the new Star Trek films. In addition, with Wonder Woman he expands his repertoire as a pilot. Although the actor is still eager to get back into Captain Kirk’s shoes if the occasion presents itself.
In 2012 Disney took over Lucasfilm and the rights to Star Wars. Under the control of the company, titles have been released that have divided the opinion of fans of the franchise. While the last trilogy did not convince many, other titles such as Rogue One or The Mandalorian have achieved general approval from the public. This shows that if they put their mind to it, they can keep doing good things. Star Wars: Rogue Squadron will carry the brunt of being the first movie after the Skywalker saga and expectations are high.
The name Star Wars: Rogue Squadron takes a reference from novels, comics, and video games. This one introduces Resistance pilots after the events of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. For her part, Patty Jenkins says that although she will be inspired by this material and adventures, her film will not be a direct adaptation. This is confirmed in an interview with IGN.
“We are going to do something original with a great influence from video games and books. There are many that are being taken into account and that we have to understand the greatness of all that material. But yes, it is an original story”.