Star Wars Star Reveals 5 Changes They’d Make To Fix The Sequels: “Luke Skywalker Wouldn’t Be Disappearing On A Rock”

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The return of Star Wars with the sequel trilogy initially excited fans, but that excitement quickly faded for many. With such a large fanbase, pleasing everyone is always difficult, but these new films really divided viewers. People disagreed with the creative choices made in each movie, and some have spent years discussing how they could have been better. Even the filmmakers themselves weren’t fully happy with how the story unfolded. John Boyega, who played Finn, has even shared his ideas for improving the trilogy.

At Florida Supercon 2025 (as reported by *Popverse*), John Boyega shared his vision for how the *Star Wars* sequel trilogy could have been different. He explained that he would have prioritized finishing the stories of original characters like Han Solo and Luke Skywalker, giving them proper send-offs and smoothly transitioning the focus to the new generation. He also stated that the new characters wouldn’t have been instantly powerful or skilled, but would have earned their abilities through struggle, just like the heroes who came before them.

I’d like to draw inspiration from the stories of the Old Republic and find ways to incorporate them into future narratives. I’m also a big fan of the *Force Unleashed* games and would love to see those stories explored further. My goal would be to really expand the Star Wars universe, but always in a way that feels true to what’s come before. We need to build on the existing lore responsibly. And frankly, I wouldn’t have Luke Skywalker simply vanish or appear as a hologram – those characters deserve more depth and a more substantial role.

Would John Boyega’s Changes Make the Sequel Trilogy Better?

One of Boyega’s most interesting ideas is keeping the original characters – Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and Leia Organa – alive throughout the sequel trilogy. Killing them off one by one had a big impact on the story, and bringing them back would have been a major shift. While seeing the original trio reunited would have been exciting, it might have overshadowed the new characters. Early drafts of *The Force Awakens* actually gave Luke Skywalker a larger role, but it became clear he was stealing the spotlight from the younger heroes. That’s why the story shifted to focus on *finding* Luke. It proved easier to highlight the new generation if only one original character – in this case, Han Solo – played a significant supporting role.

It’s easy to see why John Boyega wanted to give the original characters happier endings, but their deaths actually served an important purpose in the story – they weren’t just for shock value. Han’s death was a key moment in Kylo Ren’s development, Luke’s sacrifice inspired the galaxy and saved the Resistance, and Leia used her remaining strength to redeem her son. Without knowing the details of Boyega’s ideas for continuing their stories, it’s hard to say if his approach would have been better. While it was sad to see those beloved characters go, they left a lasting impact. And, of course, Carrie Fisher’s unexpected passing created a huge challenge for the filmmakers while finishing *The Rise of Skywalker*.

John Boyega’s comments about wanting new characters to feel balanced seem to stem from the criticism that Rey, in *The Force Awakens*, was unrealistically skilled – a complaint often referred to as the “Mary Sue” trope. While some viewers found it hard to believe Rey could so quickly master skills like lightsaber combat and flying the *Millennium Falcon*, others argued her abilities were explained within the film. However, this criticism feels a bit weak considering Luke Skywalker destroyed the Death Star early in *Star Wars: A New Hope* – the franchise has always featured characters who quickly demonstrate strong Force abilities. The films don’t really show anyone being “overpowered”; they simply depict characters who are powerful in the Force. Rey, in particular, faced her own challenges, especially emotionally, dealing with abandonment and her misguided hope of redeeming Kylo Ren.

John Boyega’s recent statements are likely to generate a lot of conversation among Star Wars fans, but it’s clear how much he cares about the series. While it’s uncertain if he’ll return as Finn, he has ideas about how future stories could expand the Star Wars universe, potentially drawing inspiration from older storylines and characters. He might even fit into the upcoming *Star Wars: New Jedi Order* project, which focuses on Rey’s efforts to rebuild the Jedi after the events of *The Rise of Skywalker*. Lucasfilm has used elements from the older ‘Legends’ stories before, so revisiting those sources is definitely a possibility.

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2025-09-24 18:40