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Next twelvemonth , Star Warsis skipping Christmas for the first time since 2015 , which give Lucasfilm the consummate chance to resurrect one of the franchise ’s most challenging aspect : The Holiday Special .
It ’s looking pretty much congeal in endocarp that Lucasfilm wo n’t be pushingSolo : A Star Wars Storyback to December 2018 . There was some speculation that Kathleen Kennedy may settle tomoveSolofrom its May 2018 release date to Christmas , not just because of the product troubles , but also to maintain mark synergy with the holiday season ; betweenThe Force Awakens , Rogue Oneand the upcomingThe Last Jedi , Star Warshas become synonymous with Christmas , with fans really indulging in getting one of the best present tense they could think .
However , withSoloall - but - by all odds collide with the Summer blockbuster season rather , that now exit December 2018 void of such wonder and fear . distribute out release date for the major movie is scarce bad job - Disney hasMary Poppins Returnsinstead and Lucasfilm are likely keen to avert shackle themselves to the end - of - year windowpane to retain some sense of unpredictability . But now that the association ofStar Warsand destruction - of - class sunshine has really originate to take root word , it ’d be a ignominy to not mark the social function in some elbow room , shape or shape . In other words , 2018 is the everlasting chance to do anotherStar Wars Holiday Special .
Before we go any further : no , this piece is n’t a trojan defence of the originalHoliday Special . That slice of account is rightfully scorned for the misjudged frill it is and there ’s no justification for a revisit unless accompanied by some substantial alcohol . But the base concept - placeable member of the universe in a canon - light adventure theme around Yule cheer – is a damn right one . Star Warshas always had widespread collection and its ethnic cache has only grown and spread across generations over the last 40 years . It ’s one of few properties that ’s created to be family - well-disposed and actually attracts entire families , making it ideal for a festal yarn adopt goodwill to all mankind . The product just needs to be made by people who actually respect the franchise and cognize what they want to make .
There ’s any number of way Lucasfilm and Disney could follow up on this . Marvel ’s deal with Netflix apart , Disney have yet to explore the realm of on - demand in any meaningful path . Something kindred to what they ’ve done withThe Defenders , or a deal with Hulu or Amazon is unlikely for any other Disney - owned properties since the media goliath is threaten to plunge their own cyclosis service . But if that does come to fruition , a live - actionStar Warsexclusive would be a mighty way to holler up those first - wave numbers . There ’s plenty of characters and mise en scene that could quarter more than hard-core fans to fork over another subscription fee for accession , especially if it came with the promise of more in the future .
instead , Star Wars Rebelscould get something feature article - length , perhaps with appearances from a movie character or two , to wind up it up for good . The fourth and last time of year commence this October and , likeThe Clone Warsbefore it , the show has been one of the large success stories of the franchise relaunch . An epilogue of sorting that plays on how the Empire ca n’t carry off peoples ' ability to celebrate hope could demonstrate a very affecting , poetic exit for Ezra and Sabine .
More likely ( and , frankly , more interesting ) is the prospect of a different sort of vitality . Star Warsand Lego have enjoyed a fruitful partnership through both TV games and goggle box special and miniseries . Considering that it was announce Marvel ’s Black Panther would be getting a Lego movie next twelvemonth , it stands to reason more , biggerLego Star Warsprojects are in the pipeline . While this would be disjoined from the Lego films ( produced by Warner Bros. and thus rivet on their IP ) , that ’s not cease expansion so far . ALego Star Wars Holiday Specialis the everlasting opportunity for Lucasfilm to address both the minus press they ’ve received ( getting rid of the old expanded creation , director troubles ) and the fan - contempt for the initial special in one comedic slide .
Or , Disney could stay in - house and commission something by current Mickey Mouse energiser Paul Rudish . Since 2013 Rudish has been the showrunner forDisney ’s Mickey Mouse , an ongoing serial of shorts featuring Mickey and all his friends . Although most everything in the show is to be applauded , the animation itself has been consistently brilliant . The movement is so fluid , the backgrounds bold and memorable and the fictional character themselves more vibrant and intricate than they ’ve been for years . Rudish is revitalizing one of animation ’s most revered cast , so him crop with the visual arras ofStar Warswould be exciting just to face at , nevermind how charming it ’d be if said employment also recast the Disney brigade in the lead roles . Paddy as Luke ? Goofy as Han ? Donald as Darth ? endearing .
well yet , they could execute everyone ’s dream and give usThe Muppets : Star Wars . The Muppets are responsible for for several family movie classic , not to mention one of the swell Chrismas movies withThe Muppet Christmas Carol . Kermit and co. doingStar Warswith a holiday twist has the makings of staring amber , bringing the comedy company back into the glare aftertheir ABC seriesThe Muppetsfailed . Star Warsalready has account with the Jim Henson group - they were responsible for for the Yoda tool used inThe Empire Strikes Back- and now both have by Disney the connection could become real .
There ’s a cynical side to all of this in that urge on for a major corporation to continue producing a franchise around a generally glad time thus slowly creating a Pavlovian response is perhaps a snatch on the dismal side of capitalist economy . But Christmas is supposed to be about observe the hope and the worthwhile in the world , andStar Warsis the rarefied property that bring so many together . specially now , when escapism that lets the good guys win is want so dearly , the two immix is a legitimate brightness level in the dark . On that rule alone Disney should consider a new Holiday Special . Heck , they could even keep the musical bit . Although Princess Leia ’s Life Day vocal might need some more work .
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