Star Wars came to a gripping conclusion in 2019 with the arrival of Episode IX, The Rise of Skywalker. After five years and a new trilogy, the story of Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), Rey (Daisy Ridley), and the Resistance was brought to an end. While Disney have remained quiet on what is going to happen next in the franchise, they have revealed who will be involved.

It was announced on May 4 of this year that Taika Waititi will be directing an upcoming Star Wars film.

Waititi is not stranger to the franchise, as he directed the series finale of Disney Plus‘ The Mandalorian in 2019.

Although Waititi’s plans have not seen the light of day just yet, one actor from The Rise of Skywalker is already vying for his spot in the franchise.

The ninth film…