Just last month, Andor showrunner Tony Gilroy stated that he wanted to see more diverse offerings from the world of Star Wars, such as a "three-camera sitcom or horror project."
Speaking to SFX Magazine back in March, Gilroy specifically said, "I always fantasised that the show would break new ground, that someone would be able to make a three-camera sitcom in Star Wars or a horror movie."
"I think the first thing I said to Kathy [Kennedy, Lucasfilm president] when she said they wanted to open a line, was, 'Could you do a courtroom drama?' And why not? We've worked really hard on Andor to make our lane, and it's up to other people now to find another way to do it."
Well, Business Insider recently caught up with Gilroy at red carpet premiere for the latest season of Star Wars and attempted to follow up on Gilroy's comments. And to their surprise, Gilroy revealed that he'd recently learned that a horror project was already in the works.
"They're doing that. I think they're doing that. I think that's in the works, yeah." said Gilroy.
When asked about the direction he'd like to see the horror project go, Gilroy admitted, "I'm agnostic about what should be done. I mean, I was riffing when I said, "Oh, do a three-camera comedy show.' I was riffing and sometimes riffing doesn't work with the Star Wars community. But the right creator, and the right comment, and the right vibe- you can do anything."
The vast and ever-expanding galaxy of Star Wars has long captivated audiences with its tales of epic heroism, thrilling space battles, and the timeless struggle between the light and dark sides of the Force.
However, a new wave of excitement and speculation is currently rippling through the dedicated fanbase thanks to Gilroy's comments.
The prospect of venturing into the darker corners of this beloved universe, specifically through the lens of horror, has ignited a fervent discussion about the untapped potential within the franchise.
Imagine the chilling possibilities- could we witness the iconic Jedi Knights facing a terrifying undead horde, their lightsabers clashing against shambling, reanimated foes in a desperate fight for survival?
Or perhaps a fallen Sith Lord, a figure steeped in malevolence and wielding the power of the dark side, might find themselves in the unexpected role of an anti-hero, forced to confront an even greater, more primordial evil that threatens to consume the very fabric of the galaxy?
The narrative avenues that a horror-infused Star Wars project could explore are seemingly limitless, promising a fresh and potentially terrifying perspective on familiar themes and settings.
ans are eagerly anticipating whether this intriguing possibility will materialize into a concrete project, and the upcoming Star Wars Day on May 4th looms large on the horizon.