Yes, there will be a 10th Star Wars movie, which is set to continue the main saga's narrative focusing on Rey Skywalker.
The Next Chapter: Rey's New Jedi Order Film
A new Star Wars film, confirmed to star Daisy Ridley as Rey, will serve as the 10th movie in the overarching Skywalker Saga timeline. This highly anticipated project is set to take place 15 years after the events of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. The primary focus of this movie will be Rey's ambitious undertaking: the rebuilding of the Jedi Order.
This film is distinct from other Star Wars stories set to explore different eras and characters, as it directly follows the established episodic narrative that concluded with Episode IX. When specifically considering the direct continuation of the Skywalker Saga, this upcoming film is positioned as its direct numerical successor.
A Fresh Start for the Jedi
The decision to focus on Rey's efforts to re-establish the Jedi Order marks a pivotal moment for the Star Wars universe. It promises to explore the challenges and triumphs of a new generation of Force-sensitives under the guidance of a seasoned, yet still developing, Jedi Master. This narrative direction aims to:
- Expand on the legacy: Bridge the past of the Jedi with their future.
- Introduce new characters: Potentially feature new students or allies in Rey's journey.
- Explore new Force dynamics: Delve deeper into the mysteries of the Force as the Jedi evolve.
- Reaffirm core themes: Continue the timeless struggle between light and darkness, hope and despair.
Skywalker Saga Film Progression
To provide context for why this upcoming project is considered the 10th, here is a breakdown of the main films in the Skywalker Saga and its direct continuation:
| Order | Movie Title | Year of Release |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope | 1977 |
| 2 | Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back | 1980 |
| 3 | Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi | 1983 |
| 4 | Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace | 1999 |
| 5 | Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones | 2002 |
| 6 | Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith | 2005 |
| 7 | Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens | 2015 |
| 8 | Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi | 2017 |
| 9 | Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker | 2019 |
| 10 | Rey's New Jedi Order Film | To Be Announced |
This chronological order, focusing solely on the core saga's narrative thread, firmly establishes Rey's new film as the anticipated 10th installment.
