Just when you thought Jon Watts was done shaking up blockbuster franchises, he’s reportedly setting his sights on a brand-new one. After redefining the MCU’s Spider-Man trilogy, the director is now in talks to lead the next chapter of Star Wars — and fans have plenty of reasons to be excited.
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What’s Actually Happening
According to a report from insider Daniel Richtman, Jon Watts is set to direct the first film in Lucasfilm’s upcoming new Star Wars trilogy. The script will reportedly come from Simon Kinberg, the writer known for shaping Fox’s X-Men films throughout the 2010s.
This isn’t Watts’ first rodeo in the Star Wars universe, either. He previously served as executive producer and showrunner on Disney+’s Skeleton Crew, even directing its premiere and finale episodes. That prior experience makes this new gig feel less like a leap and more like a natural next step.
Star Wars : Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Director | Jon Watts |
| Writer | Simon Kinberg |
| Franchise | Star Wars (new trilogy) |
| Previous Star Wars work | Skeleton Crew (2024–2025) |
| Known for | Spider-Man MCU trilogy ($3.9B+ box office) |
| Timeline | Reportedly set after the Skywalker Saga |
| Overseeing creative | Dave Filoni (new Lucasfilm president) |
Why This Move Makes Sense
Watts has a track record of turning beloved characters into box-office gold, and Star Wars could use exactly that kind of spark. The franchise hasn’t had a strong theatrical outing since The Force Awakens in 2015, and The Mandalorian & Grogu underperformed earlier this year. Bringing in a director who understands both blockbuster scale and genuine heart — something he proved with Skeleton Crew‘s 80s-inspired storytelling — feels like a calculated bet.
There’s no confirmed plot yet, but the trilogy is expected to pick up after the events of The Rise of Skywalker, giving Watts a clean slate to introduce new characters without untangling old baggage.
The timing lines up too. With Star Wars: Starfighter landing in theaters next May, this new trilogy likely won’t move into full production until after that release hits screens.
For a broader look at how the Star Wars saga has evolved since 1977, the Star Wars page on Wikipedia offers a solid overview.
Stay tuned to TechnoSports for more breaking updates on Star Wars casting news and franchise developments as they roll in.
FAQs
Q1: Has Jon Watts officially signed on to direct the new Star Wars trilogy?
Not yet confirmed by Disney — this is currently based on an insider report, not an official studio announcement.
Q2: When will the new Star Wars trilogy release?
No release date has been set; production likely won’t begin until after Star Wars: Starfighter debuts in May 2027.
