Jon Watts to Direct Next ‘Star Wars’ Movie

By Payton Turkeltaub

Payton Turkeltaub

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A new “Star Wars” movie is currently in development with director Jon Watts attached.

Watts is best known for directing the popular “Spider-Man” trilogy starring Tom Holland, which includes 2017’s Spider-Man: Homecoming,” 2019’s “Spider-Man: Far From Home,” and 2021’s “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” (2026’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” was directed by Destin Daniel Cretton.) Before being selected to direct “Spider-Man,” Watts also helmed films including “Cop Car” and “Clown.” Following his involvement with the trilogy, In 2024, it was reported that Watts, his production company Freshman Year and producer Dianne McGunigle had signed a first-look feature deal with Walt Disney Studios.

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