Lucasfilm, Star Wars and Kathleen Kennedy
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Rian Johnson says he was not 'spooked' by the fan backlash to 'The Last Jedi' after Kathleen Kennedy made the claim in her exit interview.
Star Wars has new leaders as Lucasfilm chief Kathleen Kennedy steps down. Analysts shared their thoughts on how Disney should manage the franchise.
Kennedy is handing over the presidential reins to Lucasfilm chief creative officer Dave Filoni and general manager Lynwen Brennan. The next upcoming Star Wars film on the docket is The Mandalorian and Grogu, which is set to hit theaters on May 22. Shawn Levy's Star Wars: Starfighter is slated for a 2027 release.
Kathleen Kennedy presided over “Star Wars” since Disney acquired it in 2012. Her successor has helmed some of its most popular shows.