Daisy Ridley hit a profession hunch after 2019’s Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker wrapped up the sequel trilogy set within the widespread faraway galaxy.
“There weren’t that many presents coming in,” Ridley stated throughout a panel on the South by Southwest (SXSW) Movie Pageant on March 10 through Variety. “It isn’t that there wasn’t any… I keep in mind ending and considering, ‘Oh, it is quiet and unusual.'” The actor additionally defined that she wasn’t completely snug main the trilogy till the ultimate film. “It took, truthfully, making the third movie until I felt like, ‘OK, I am good. I need to be right here,'” she stated.

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Luckily, extra appearing presents finally got here in, and Ridley is grateful. “It has been actually busy and superb, and I’ve obtained to take action many alternative issues for therefore many alternative individuals,” she continued. “It has been a distinct exploration of myself and my profession.” Whereas the actor is at the moment selling her new psychological thriller Magpie, which debuted at SXSW on March 9, she will probably be reprising her function as Rey in a brand new Star Wars movie reportedly titled Star Wars: New Jedi Order.
Return of Rey Skywalker in New Star Wars Movie
When CBR requested Ridley when followers can anticipate to see Rey Skywalker again on the massive display, she was hopeful in her response. “I do not know after we’ll see her once more, however most likely 2026.” The replace follows latest rumors that casting was underway for the brand new movie, with Angela Bassett tapped to play the villain. The Black Panther star has reportedly met with Lucasfilm, although an official announcement has but to be made.

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Ridley not too long ago addressed her return to the enduring Star Wars franchise, revealing that Rey could be a Jedi Grasp who plans to rebuild the Jedi Order. When requested if her character would do something completely different than Luke Skywalker, she stated, “I’d say, from what I perceive, sure.” The actor additionally expressed her pleasure for the brand new movie, saying, “I’m [excited]. It is very unusual. I’ve gone off and finished all kinds of movies, and I really feel like I’ve discovered quite a bit and grown quite a bit as an actor. I believe [the new movie] will probably be like child steps once more. It’s going to be like beginning firstly once more.”
The subsequent Star Wars film will reportedly be The Mandalorian & Grogu, which is about for a Could 22, 2026 launch. Disney additionally has an untitled Star Wars movie scheduled to hit theaters in Dec. 2026. It’s unclear if the date is reserved for Ridley’s New Jedi Order.
Supply: Variety

Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker
Within the riveting conclusion of the landmark Skywalker saga, new legends will probably be born-and the ultimate battle for freedom is but to come back.
- Director
- J.J. Abrams
- Launch Date
- December 20, 2019
- Forged
- Daisy Ridley , John Boyega , Oscar Isaac , Adam Driver , Carrie Fisher , Mark Hamill , Anthony Daniels , Naomi Ackie
- Writers
- Chris Terrio , J.J. Abrams , Derek Connolly , Colin Trevorrow , George Lucas
- Runtime
- 141 minutes
- Most important Style
- Sci-Fi