Sigourney Weaver Shares Optimism About the Future of Star Wars
Sigourney Weaver, known for her roles in Aliens and Avatar, will join the Star Wars universe in the 2026 film The Mandalorian and Grogu. With three major franchises under her belt—Ghostbusters, Alien, and Avatar—Weaver did not expect to become part of this iconic saga.
“It was not my intention to find a fourth franchise,” Weaver said. “I didn’t ever imagine that I would enter the Star Wars world.”
In a recent interview with Empire, Weaver explained her decision to join the Star Wars universe. She emphasized that the script was what drew her in, appreciating the new direction the franchise is taking.
“With The Mandalorian and Grogu, they’re no longer trying to do the Star Wars to end all Star Wars. They’re letting the universe exist, and tell really interesting stories within that.”
This shift marks a fresh take on the franchise, which has struggled recently, especially after the mixed reception of Rian Johnson’s The Last Jedi. Weaver’s perspective highlights how Star Wars is evolving to embrace diverse storytelling without the pressure of concluding the saga.
Weaver’s New Role in Star Wars
- Joining Star Wars with The Mandalorian and Grogu in 2026
- Bringing experience from three major franchises
- Drawn in by the script and new storytelling approach
Changing Philosophy in Star Wars Storytelling
- Moving away from trying to create "the Star Wars to end all Star Wars"
- Allowing the universe to expand and explore varied stories
- Responding to past franchise challenges and audience feedback
Summary: Sigourney Weaver embraces the new storytelling freedom in Star Wars, joining the evolving franchise with optimism about its future beyond a single defining saga.