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Lucasfilm Updates Rey Story as Marvel Sets 'The Fall of Kylo Ren' for August

Tie‑in releases signal a sequel‑era reset without any film confirmation.

Overview

  • Marvel announced The Fall of Kylo Ren, a five‑issue comic that begins on August 12, 2026.
  • The series is set after The Last Jedi and tracks Kylo Ren’s rule as power struggles rock the First Order.
  • An updated in‑universe book gives Rey’s own reason for taking the Skywalker name, presenting it as a tribute to Luke.
  • Signs like Daisy Ridley exiting another film, a U.K. casting call from Nina Gold, and John Boyega’s comment about speaking with Dave Filoni have fueled talk of progress on the Rey movie, but Lucasfilm has not confirmed production or a date.
  • Tie‑ins have been used to reframe parts of the sequel era, including a recent comic adaptation that added new scenes to the film’s finale.