Star Wars: Rogue Squadron Back in the Cockpit with Patty Jenkins at the Helm!
Hold onto your blasters, Starfighter pilots! There's a buzz in the Force – Patty Jenkins, the director who brought us Wonder Woman, is back on course to deliver the long-awaited Rogue Squadron movie!
This news comes after years of uncertainty for the project. Originally announced in 2020, Rogue Squadron seemed to stall out, even vanishing from the release schedule in 2022. But fear not, rebellions are built on hope! In a recent interview, Jenkins herself confirmed she's back in the pilot's seat, writing the script for this epic space opera.
There were some bumps along the way, including the 2023 WGA strike, but Jenkins is determined to make this movie happen.
So, while there's no official release date yet, Star Wars fans can celebrate the return of Rogue Squadron! Get ready for dogfights, daring missions, and a new generation of starfighter aces soaring through a galaxy far, far away.
A Mission Still in Progress, But Prepare for Uncharted Hyperspace
While the prospect of a new Starfighter epic directed by the Wonder Woman filmmaker is thrilling, there are some potential hyperspace hazards to consider.
Originally, Jenkins stepped away from Star Wars to focus on Wonder Woman 3. However, with that project falling through, the stars have realigned, and she's back working on a script deal for Rogue Squadron. This is certainly a positive sign, indicating Lucasfilm's continued interest in Jenkins' vision for the film. They haven't thrown in the towel on the project, and securing a script from her is a step forward.
However, there are some clouds on the horizon. Jenkins' return to Rogue Squadron coincided with the 2023 Writer's Guild strike, which likely caused some delays. More importantly, Rogue Squadron might not be at the top of Lucasfilm's priority list right now. With several other Star Wars projects in various stages of development, Rogue Squadron could find itself waiting in the queue.
Diving deep into those "Rogue Squadron is CANCELLED" rumors and a small analysis of how a film studio operates.
The story of Rogue Squadron has been a space opera worthy of its own trilogy. Back in 2020, the announcement of a film helmed by Patty Jenkins, promising epic dogfights and daring missions, had fans buzzing with anticipation. It was like a real-life Rogue Squadron recruitment poster come to life. But then, darkness descended in 2023 as the film vanished from Disney's release schedule, leaving a gaping hole where hope for Rebel victories once resided. Rumors swirled, and whispers of cancellation echoed through the Force.
Fear not, pilots of the Rebellion! Unlike a rookie pilot forgetting to switch off their targeting computer, this doesn't necessarily signify the demise of Rogue Squadron. Studios like Disney operate on a galactic timeline, announcing projects years in advance to keep investors in the loop. Some films hurtle towards production like an A-wing on a strafing run, while others take a more measured approach, carefully navigating the complexities of development. It appears Rogue Squadron has charted a course through the latter asteroid field.
A missing release date doesn't automatically translate to a mission abort. Remember the recent saga of Marvel's Blade? Announced for a 2023 release, it faced hyperspace jumps worth of delays and is now targeting a 2025 launch. Much like Blade's integration into the sprawling MCU, Rogue Squadron might simply require additional time in the hangar for fine-tuning. After all, who wants a ragtag group of freedom fighters to stumble into battle when the galaxy needs a fully-fledged Rogue Squadron, operating at peak efficiency?
So, let's channel the optimism of Luke Skywalker staring down the Death Star. The Force may still be with Rogue Squadron. We might just be waiting for a truly spectacular space adventure to launch, whenever it finally decides to take flight.
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