New Jedi Order movie updates

Rey Skywalker is back and she's carrying forward the legacy of the Jedi. Sharing official news relating to the New Jedi Order movie

Most Recent News: Daisy Ridley has reconfirmed her excitement for returning as Rey Skywalker while promoting We Bury The Dead in December 2025 and has stated "...the best things are worth the wait."

Current Information

"There’s always movement...but the movement is at the right pace, because the best things are worth the wait.”Daisy Ridley (Dec 16, 2025 Collider)

Production Team

Director: Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy
Producer: Kathleen Kennedy
stepping down as President of Lucasfilm as of Jan '26
Writer: George Nolfi
Cast: Daisy Ridley

Filming Timeline:
"moving in the direction of filming something soon?"
"Perhaps..."(Dec 15, 2025 Live with Kelly and Mark)

Plot Details:

"Well, we're 15 years out from Rise of Skywalker, so we're post-war, post-First Order, and the Jedi are in disarray. And, there's a lot of discussion around, 'Who are the Jedi? What are they doing? What's the state of the galaxy?' And, [Rey]'s attempting to rebuild the Jedi Order, based on the books, based on what she promised Luke, so that's where we're going."           Kathleen Kennedy (April 7, 2023 IGN)

New Jedi Order
Production Timeline

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Film Announcement
April 2023 • Star Wars Celebration Europe

4 years after The Rise of Skywalker was released, Daisy Ridley announced she was returning to a galaxy far, far away once again as Rey Skywalker, this time alongside Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy who will be directing the new film.The film was announced with additional Star Wars films directed by James Mangold (dubbed by fans as Dawn of the Jedi) as well as a film directed by Dave Filoni set during the New Republic Era, rumored to feature characters seen in The Mandalorian & other Disney+ television series.

New Writer
January 2025 • George Nolfi Announced to Join Team

After a few months of rumors, The Hollywood Reporter revealed that George Nolfi (Ocean's 12, The Bourne Ultimatum) is now writing the New Jedi Order film script.Originally suspected to release in May 2027, rumors are spreading that a new film, directed by Shawn Levy, will be the next to release after The Mandalorian and Grogu (May 22nd, 2026).

Kennedy Stepping Down
January 2026 • Filoni & Brennan are named Co-Presidents of Lucasfilm

Kathleen Kennedy announced on January 15th, 2026 that she would be stepping down as President of Lucasfilm after 14 years.She was appointed to the position by George Lucas upon his sale of Lucasfilm to The Walt Disney Company in 2012 and has had a clear and lasting impact on the company. Throughout her tenure, 5 Star Wars films were released in theaters, including the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy which grossed over $4 billion at the box office. She also ushered in a new era of Star Wars alongside the launch of Disney+ in November 2019 where shows such as The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Bad Batch, and Andor premiered.Dave Filoni and Lenwyn Brennan were announced as her replacements having a combined 46 years at Lucasfilm. Dave Filoni will continue in his role as Chief Creative Officer, a position which he has held since 2023, and Lynwen Brennan previously served as President and General Manager of Lucasfilm’s businesses working closely with Kennedy the past few years.There is no doubt of Kennedy's lasting impact, not only to Star Wars and Lucasfilm, but on Hollywood itself having worked with directors such as Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Robert Zemeckis, and Clint Eastwood. Her films have grossed a combined $11 billion throughout her almost 50 years in the industry. She has also received 8 Academy Award nominations as a producer and co-founded the Kennedy/Marshall company alongside her husband, Frank Marshall.Kennedy will still continue her producer role on The Mandalorian & Grogu (2026) as well as Star Wars: Straighter (2027). In an interview conducted by Deadline, there was mention of many other Star Wars projects on the 'back burner', but no direct mention of Rey's new film. It is speculated, along with Ridley's confirmation of the film still moving forward last month while promoting We Bury the Dead, that this may mean an official update is imminent.

Interview & Article Archive

Selected Quotes

"Of all the Star Wars projects in various states of development, this one [Rey's 'New Jedi Order' movie] seems like the safest bet.”The Hollywood Reporter (Jan 16, 2026)

“I think over the years, I've learned how the reality of getting any film made is so massive. The hurdles are vast… But with this particularly, I know that incredible voices and creatives are part of it, and I know the wait will be worth it.””Daisy Ridley (Dec 9, 2025 IGN)

"Yes, [the Sequel Trilogy films] have been divisive, but also they bring a lot of love and joy to a lot of people. It feels pretty amazing to be able to continue a character...and try to figure out what’s changed for me and what’s changed for her."Daisy Ridley (Apr 25, 2024 Empire)

By Event

We Bury The Dead Press Tour
December 2025

"There’s always movement, but the movement is at the right pace, because the best things are worth the wait."

Daisy Ridley being interviewed by Drew Barrymore for We Bury The Dead

Cleaner Press Tour
February 2025

Daisy Ridley being interviewed by Drew Barrymore for We Bury The Dead

"People have talked about it a lot that the release date often affects films and how quickly things go into production. So the freedom to make sure that this script is the best way to tell this story is wonderful, and I don’t think any fans would want it to be rushed."

TV Appearances

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Other

Magpie Press Tour
October 2024

"...what is amazing is having the benefit of making sure the story is right and making sure that people are going to be happy, that the wait was worth it."

Daisy Ridley and her husband, Tom Bateman, at the SAG-AFTRA conversations about Magpie in New York

Young Woman and the Sea Press Tour
April - June 2024

Daisy Ridley and her husband, Tom Bateman, at the SAG-AFTRA conversations about Magpie in New York

"Yes, [the Sequel Trilogy films] have been divisive, but also they bring a lot of love and joy to a lot of people. It feels pretty amazing to be able to continue a character...and try to figure out what’s changed for me and what’s changed for her."

TV Appearances

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Podcasts

Sometimes I Think About Dying Press Tour
January 2024

"[Obaid-Chinoy's] idea for the story is cool as shit."

Daisy Ridley and her husband, Tom Bateman, at the SAG-AFTRA conversations about Magpie in New York

Star Wars Celebration Europe Studio Showcase Panel
April 2023

Daisy Ridley and her husband, Tom Bateman, at the SAG-AFTRA conversations about Magpie in New York

"Thank you Kathy, Sharmeen for having me back. I'm very thrilled to be continuing this journey."

Articles

Other Appearances & Interviews

Daisy Ridley and her husband, Tom Bateman, at the SAG-AFTRA conversations about Magpie in New York

"I'll always be Rey"

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Who runs this site?I do!Hi I'm Mads and I'm the crazy person who decided to pull together this site to keep track of all the new information coming out about Rey's new film.Of everything announced for Star Wars over the past few years, Rey's return to the big screen is easily my most anticipated movie - and one of a select few that seem to get a small update every few months.Additionally, it seems as though people are convinced this movie isn't happening for whatever reason, so I hope people can use this as a resource to share with others and show that there is quite a bit of movement and consistent updates.Follow me on social media!

How frequently is the website updated?I try to keep it as up to date as possible and list the "last updated" date in a few locations that are heavy on information. I input all the information & links manually and scan for the provided time codes & quotes so it takes a bit of work to keep things up to date in a timely matter.As of March 22, I'm still working through pulling information from press tours Daisy Ridley has completed for other past projects, so keep checking back for updates!

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