Why Filoni’s Star Wars Movie Keeps Delaying and Might Never Happen

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Dave Filoni, one of the creators behind “The Mandalorian,” shared insights on why his Star Wars film is progressing at a slower pace, sparking concerns about its potential release. Since 2023, Filoni has been diligently working on a cinematic event that combines various Disney+ series within the MandoVerse, aiming to deliver an epic theatrical crossover.

Through “The Mandalorian,” “The Book of Boba Fett,” “Ahsoka,” and “Skeleton Crew,” Disney+ has been weaving multiple narratives that align within the New Republic era. Lucasfilm hinted that Filoni’s upcoming film will serve to conclude these interconnected stories, suggesting a large ensemble cast may be involved.

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In an interview with Collider, Dave Filoni disclosed that his upcoming Star Wars film is undergoing an extended period of development because it’s part of a “broad narrative arc” encompassing his other Star Wars undertakings.

The process takes time, as I prefer working on extensive projects and aim to incorporate multiple elements simultaneously during development.

I’m thrilled to be immersed in the creative process of Disney+’s upcoming season of “Ahsoka,” where I’m both penning and directing episodes. Additionally, I had the privilege of collaborating with the talented Jon Favreau on the script for “The Mandalorian & Grogu.” This highly anticipated Star Wars installment is slated for release on May 22, 2026.

I went on detailing my methodology, which involves posing questions, creating blueprints, and orchestrating everything much like a grand strategist moves pieces on a chessboard.

While observing them, I ponder questions such as ‘What makes our work distinctive?’, ‘What significant elements will shape this narrative?’, ‘Where is this tale headed?’, and ‘What’s the purpose behind this story?’. To answer these queries, I have a rough plan and timeframe for each aspect, much like moving pieces on a chessboard in a grand strategy. This approach has been my method since I began working on ‘The Clone Wars’.

Filoni prefers to maintain a forward-thinking approach while focusing on the current project, such as developing Season 2 of Ahsoka. As the work evolves, it could potentially influence events that unfold in the future.

You’re thinking about the future as you work through the current tasks. For instance, I’m currently watching ‘Ahsoka’ Season 2, and as these stories unfold, they could potentially influence events that happen later on.

Regarding the delay in his Star Wars film, Filoni was unequivocal that he is “always engaged in its development” and has “numerous scenes” already planned out.

It’s like walking on a tightrope, but I’m diligently trying to keep my balance. I’m brainstorming and organizing various storyline segments, and I have a good idea of which ones fit where. So, I’m essentially piecing it together as I proceed.

Will Dave Filoni’s MandoVerse Movie Actually Happen?

Over the past few years, Disney and Lucasfilm have revealed and subsequently scrapped numerous Star Wars films from various directors, resulting in a disheartening seven-year interval between “The Rise of Skywalker” (2019) and “The Mandalorian & Grogu” (2026).

Lucasfilm has a history of leaving projects unfinished, but its upcoming schedule is more jam-packed than ever. By May 2026, we’ll finally see the continuation of the story that started on Disney+ with “The Mandalorian & Grogu”. Additionally, production for “Star Wars: Starfighter” directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling is set to begin later this year.

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The Mandalorian and Grogu are set to make their debut in Star Wars’ initial attempt at transferring its Disney+ characters and plots to cinema. If this is well-received, Lucasfilm could further develop the plan to interconnect the MandoVerse on the big screen, culminating in an epic confrontation between the Mandalorian and Grand Admiral Thrawn.

If the idea of MandoVerse stories being told on the big screen doesn’t succeed, it wouldn’t be surprising if they were instead transferred to Disney+. These narratives could potentially be incorporated into upcoming seasons of “The Mandalorian” or “Ahsoka,” or even develop into a massive Disney+ event series in the years to come.

It’s logical to finalize the MandoVerse on Disney+, given that the entire narrative up until this point has unfolded there. Transitioning the conclusion to such an epic storyline to a completely different platform and context might seem unfair to devoted fans who have been keeping up with these series. Moreover, it could potentially create a jarring experience.

Star Wars boasts an exciting lineup for movie theaters, featuring “The Mandalorian and Grogu” and “Starfighter,” in addition to three more projects directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, and Taika Waititi, as well as a brand-new trilogy penned by Simon Kinberg.

Following the completion of “Skeleton Crew” in January, there will be a pause within the MandoVerse until the premieres of “The Mandalorian & Grogu” and “Ahsoka” in 2026. Although the details beyond these projects are yet to be revealed, it’s possible that they might provide hints since fans anticipate a grand crossover event is imminent.

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2025-04-27 22:35