Star Wars returns to the Skywalker Saga
Sunday 27th September, 2026
Lucasfilm has tapped Jon Watts to direct the first film in a new Star Wars trilogy continuing the Skywalker Saga, though Disney has not approved it yet.
This gives you a chance to join the conversation about how fans can bring the galaxy’s next chapter to life through creative play.
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A new Star Wars trilogy from Spider-Man director Jon Watts is a major franchise development that could renew interest in Star Wars LEGO sets, giving you a chance to share fan or sales trends.
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Challenge families to build the next Star Wars world
Invite families to create an original planet together, then combine their builds into a public galaxy installation.
Newsjack angle: Run a screen-free family building challenge in a LEGO store or public venue and pitch the result to family and entertainment desks.
Why: It gives families a hands-on way to join the conversation about a trilogy whose story is still unwritten.
Expert comment
Explain why the best play leaves room for fans
A LEGO play expert can argue that open-ended play is strongest when children can invent what happens next rather than recreate a fixed story.
Expert comment angle: Offer this view to film and family journalists covering the new trilogy.
Why: It connects the news to a distinctive, credible perspective on how children engage with stories.