The next Star Wars will be directed and co-written by Taika Waititi.Fans of the series got quite the surprise Monday, learning the man behindThor: Ragnarok and Jojo Rabbitwill be at the helm of the next addition to the sci-fi saga.The news came out via StarWars.com in celebration of May 4th, an unofficial holiday celebrating the series.
Big deal: Academy Award winner Taika Waititi will direct the next Star Wars film. He's seen in February aboveThe script will be co-penned by writer Krysty Wilson-Cairns, who earned an Oscar nomination for her work on 1917 during January's ceremony.A release date has yet to be announced, but as of now Disney still hasDecember 16, 2022 reserved for a Star Wars release.
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