Of course, the intergalactic franchise is sacrosanct as a cultural institution, so the president of Lucasfilm — home to “Star Wars” and “Indiana Jones” — has one of the most prestigious posts in Hollywood.

While Kennedy confirmed that Lucasfilm has “every intention of making an announcement months or a year down the road” on an eventual succession, she is “continuing to stay at Lucasfilm.” That involves producing the upcoming Mandalorian movie and a Star Wars film from Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy.

Kathleen Kennedy has confirmed she isn't retiring from Lucasfilm anytime soon, despite reports of the contrary. That said, she has "every intention of making an announcement months or a year down the road" as to her role within the company.

According to Kathleen Kennedy, The Mandalorian and Grogu movie will only be the start of the New Republic era's growth in the Star Wars franchise.

Lucasfilm boss Kathleen Kennedy has called the scrutiny Star Wars movie development comes under “troubling and frustrating,” while revealing how many projects she's confident will come to fruition. In November,