Rangers of the New Republic
Rangers of the New Republic, a new Original Series set within the timeline of #TheMandalorian is coming to #DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/HxAumWruMX
— The Mandalorian (@themandalorian) December 10, 2020
Set within the timeline of The Mandalorian, executive producers Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni bring fans Rangers of the New Republic.
Given the period in which The Mandalorian is set (5 years after Return of the Jedi), it’s possible this series will see the rise of the New Republic–led by General Leia. While obviously the show (much like its predecessor) will not focus much on the main players of the movie franchise, it’s highly possible that we’ll follow the newly deputised Cara Dune (by Appa from Kim’s Convenience!) and other characters as the New Republic extends its control over the known galaxy, battling the remnant Imperialistis.
Rogue Squadron
— Patty Jenkins (@PattyJenks) December 10, 2020
There’s finally some news on the return of the Star Wars franchise to the big screens.
Patty Jenkins, director of DC’s Wonder Woman films will be making her transition to Disney with a movie following the iconic Rogue Squadron. The film will introduce a new generation of starfighter pilots as they earn their wings and risk their lives in a boundary-pushing, high-speed thrill-ride, and move the saga into the future era of the galaxy.
As the daughter of a great fighter pilot myself, some of the best memories of my life are of seeing my father’s squadron take off in their F4s every morning, and hearing and feeling the awe-inspiring power and grace. When he passed away in service to this country it ignited a burning desire to one day channel all of those emotions into one great film. When the perfect story arrived in combination with another true love of mine, the incomparable world of Star Wars, I knew I’d finally found my next film. I’m extremely honored and excited to take it on, and grateful to Lucasfilm, Disney, and the fans for extending that thrill to me.
– Patty Jenkins
Rogue Squadron is expected to have a December 2023 release.