Star Wars: Episode X could take the franchise in a new direction by focusing on romance. A recent report from an entertainment insider has provided fans with an update on the upcoming movie, heightening anticipation.
According to Cartier Films, Star Wars: Episode X will focus on a couple in their 20s as the main leads. The reporter also wrote, “The creative team is leaning hard into making it a genuine love story; they really want to tap into the romance genre with this one.” Additionally, the scooper noted that most of the information matched the details of a previously shared report by FivesWalker.
However, these details remain unconfirmed rumors and should be treated as such. Lucasfilm has not officially announced the movie’s plot or details about the main characters.
What else do we know about Star Wars: Episode X so far?
Lucasfilm is reportedly developing Star Wars: Episode X, which could reportedly begin a new trilogy continuing the Skywalker Saga. Jon Watts is reportedly set to direct this movie, marking his return to the franchise after co-creating the Disney+ series Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. Watts is best known for directing Tom Holland’s Spider-Man trilogy, which includes Homecoming, Far From Home, and No Way Home. Additionally, Simon Kinberg is set to write the screenplay for Episode X, which is expected to develop the larger trilogy. Kinberg previously worked as the creator and executive producer on the animated series Star Wars Rebels and served as a creative consultant on Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Daisy Ridley is reportedly expected to return as Rey Skywalker, although her role in the movie is relatively small. Apart from Ridley, no other cast details have been revealed yet.
Production of the movie could begin in early 2027; however, the studio has not announced any details about the official release date.
Originally reported on SuperHeroHype.
