Kathleen Kennedy, in a departure update from Lucasfilm, has provided a comprehensive look into the future of the Star Wars franchise’s next sequel trilogy, confirming that Simon Kinberg’s long-rumored project is now well into serious story development. Kennedy elaborated that a script submitted and read last August, while deemed “very good,” was not entirely ready, prompting a significant creative reset. This reset led to a substantial investment of time in refining the story, culminating in a detailed 70-page treatment that was finalized approximately four weeks ago. A full script from Kinberg is now anticipated in March, marking a crucial next step for the saga.

This detailed update expands on comments Kennedy made earlier in February 2025, when she first publicly confirmed Kinberg's role in writing the next Star Wars saga. At that time, she expressed confidence in the project's rapid momentum, stating, “We’re absolutely rolling fast and furiously,” and that Kinberg was “literally going to script as we speak,” with expectations for content around June.

Kennedy also reiterated the strategic rationale behind Kinberg’s selection for such a pivotal role in the franchise’s future. While many fans primarily associate him with the X-Men films, his significant Star Wars credentials run deeper. She highlighted his experience as a co-creator and writer for Star Wars Rebels, an animated show, which she described as a