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John Boyega Hints at Star Wars Return, Confirms Talks with Lucasfilm

English actor John Boyega has hinted at a potential return to the Star Wars franchise, confirming he has been in talks with Lucasfilm. The actor, who played Finn in the sequel trilogy, made the revelation during a panel at MEGACON Orlando. Boyega has previously shared his own vision for the sequels, stating he would have preserved the legacy of original characters like Han Solo and Luke Skywalker. The next Star Wars film, 'The Mandalorian + Grogu', is scheduled for release in May 2026.

Key Points: John Boyega Teases Star Wars Return, Confirms Lucasfilm Talks

  • John Boyega confirms talks about Star Wars return
  • Actor portrayed Finn in sequel trilogy
  • Next film 'The Mandalorian + Grogu' due 2026
  • Boyega shared his alternate vision for sequels
  • He would have kept original trilogy characters
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John Boyega teases Star Wars return, confirms being approached for the project

John Boyega hints at returning as Finn in Star Wars, confirming talks with Lucasfilm's Dave Filoni. The actor also shares his vision for the sequels.

John Boyega teases Star Wars return, confirms being approached for the project
"If I was a producer on Star Wars from the beginning, you would have had a whole completely different thing. - John Boyega"

Los Angeles, March 24

English actor John Boyega might have just set up a potential 'Star Wars' return. The actor has been in talks with Lucasfilm about his return to the franchise.

The 34-year-old star portrayed Finn in the sci-fi film franchise's sequel trilogy, 'The Rise of Skywalker', 'The Force Awakens', and 'The Last Jedi', and he could be set to resume his part in a galaxy not so far away, reports 'Female First UK'.

During an appearance on a panel at MEGACON Orlando, Boyega was asked about potentially reprising his role for future Star Wars projects.

One fan said, "Get Dave (Filoni, Lucasfilm president) on the phone".

Boyega then dropped a huge hint that he's already had conversations with Filoni, as he said, "I actually have, actually".

'Star Wars' fans don't have long to wait for the next film in the franchise. The Mandalorian + Grogu starring Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White, is to drop on May 22, 2026.

As per 'Female First UK', it will be the first Star Wars movie since 2019's 'The Rise of Skywalker'. Last year, Boyega told how he would've made big changes to the Star Wars sequels if he produced them himself.

According to Popverse.com, he said at Florida Supercon 2025, "If I was a producer on Star Wars from the beginning, you would have had a whole completely different thing. It would be mad. First of all, we're not getting rid of Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, all these people. We're not doing that. The first thing we're going to do is fulfil their story, fulfil their legacy. We're going to make a good moment of handing on the baton".

John Boyega would have looked at the stories from Star Wars' online video games, The Old Republic and Force Unleashed, to expand the film franchise's universe.

- IANS

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Priya S
As a huge Star Wars fan from Mumbai, I have mixed feelings. I love John Boyega, but the sequel trilogy left a bad taste. His ideas sound much better than what we got. "Fulfilling the legacy" of the original heroes is key. Hope they listen to him this time!
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Rohit P
Honestly, I think they should just let the Skywalker saga rest. So much potential in the Indian subcontinent for new sci-fi stories instead of always looking west. But if they are making it, Boyega's return is a positive step. He was the best part of those films.
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Sarah B
Living in Bangalore, Star Wars is a big deal here too. My kids love Grogu! More Finn is welcome, but the franchise needs to move forward, not just keep looking back. A clean handover of the baton, like Boyega says, is what was missing. Cautiously optimistic.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I disagree with some comments here. The sequels had their flaws, but they introduced a new generation to Star Wars in India. Boyega's energy was infectious. If he's keen to come back and fix things, I'm all for it. Bring on the new movie!
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Karthik V
Force Unleashed adaptation? Yes, please! That game was epic. Boyega seems to understand the lore better than some of the previous writers. Hope this isn't just teasing and actually leads to a solid project. The wait till 2026 for Mando movie is too long yaar.

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