The moment Star Wars fans have been waiting for is coming. Lucasfilm may be working on a series set during the Knights of the Old Republic era.
Star WarsLooks like it’s getting ready to expand its vast universe with a new project. According to rumors, Lucasfilm is preparing a series set during the Knights of the Old Republic era. This period takes place approximately 4000 years before the Skywalker story and is at the center of the epic battles between the Jedi and the Sith. Although no official statement has been made yet, this news has created great excitement among fans who have been wanting to see this period for a long time.
Knights of the Old Republic: Legendary Era May Come to Screens
Knights of the Old Republic, released in 2003, won the hearts of Star Wars fans as a revolutionary production in the video game world. The game’s deep story, strong characters and the freedom of choice it offers the player have made it a classic. However, this story is not currently included in the official canon of Star Wars.
#Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy talked to us about the future of #StarWars – including a Knights of the Old Republic movie and female filmmakers taking the helm, as well as Palpatine’s surprise return in the trailer for @StarWars #EpisodeIX pic.twitter.com/HCjEhdlRv7
— MTV NEWS (@MTVNEWS) April 16, 2019
The series developed by Lucasfilm may not be an exact adaptation of the game. Still, iconic characters such as Revan are expected to appear. Fans can’t wait to rediscover the struggles between Jedi and Sith and the glorious era of the Old Republic. In this project, Lucasfilm is expected to offer a narrative that will please both old and new fans.
In a statement made in 2019, Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy hinted that a project based on Knights of the Old Republic was on the agenda. Since then, no official information has been provided about the project. However, a series set in this period can bring a new breath to the Star Wars universe.
If the project comes to fruition, Star Wars fans will be waiting for a completely new storytelling, away from the Skywalker family. For those who want to see the glorious age of the Old Republic and the epic wars between Jedi and Sith on screen, this series may be a long-awaited opportunity.