Rian Johnson, known for his work on Star Wars: The Last Jedi, has openly voiced his Rian Johnson Star Wars support regarding the potential return of Adam Driver in a new film focusing on Ben Solo. Johnson shared his enthusiasm for the cancelled project The Hunt for Ben Solo, joining the growing fan movement calling for the character’s return in the franchise.
The Ben Solo Project Gains Momentum Among Fans
Discussion around The Hunt for Ben Solo began when details about the project started circulating, fueling fan excitement for a story exploring Ben Solo’s fate beyond the events of The Rise of Skywalker. Johnson aligned himself with supporters, expressing a keen desire to see Driver portray the character again.
During a recent conversation with Collider, Johnson expressed his eagerness, stating:
Take my money! I only know what I read about it online,
Johnson said.
I didn’t know anything about it, but who knows how things are developed these days? But man, I will watch Driver in anything, but I would love to see him play that character again.
– Rian Johnson, Director
Background on The Hunt for Ben Solo
Adam Driver revealed last month his collaboration with Steven Soderbergh on the Ben Solo-centered project. Their pitch for a new Star Wars story, focusing on the character after The Rise of Skywalker, reportedly reached Disney’s senior leadership, including Bob Iger and Alan Bergman. However, Disney executives rejected the concept, citing doubts over the viability of a movie about a character who met his end in the last installment.
Fans Continue Their Efforts Despite Disney’s Decision
The dismissal of the project did not stop a determined group of supporters. Fans have initiated a passionate campaign across various major cities, including organizing rallies in New York City and Los Angeles. Letters, petitions, and creative displays such as a plane-flown banner over Disney’s Burbank offices featuring the message:
Save The Hunt for Ben Solo.
– Supporters
demonstrate the strength and dedication behind this grassroots movement. Despite Disney’s current position and lack of plans to revisit the project, fan enthusiasm remains high, keeping hopes for The Hunt for Ben Solo alive within the broader Star Wars community.
What Could Come Next?
With Rian Johnson and a multitude of Star Wars enthusiasts backing the idea, the campaign for a Ben Solo film continues to attract attention. While Disney maintains its stance, the intensity of support from fans and well-known figures like Johnson and Driver could influence future decisions about the franchise, especially if the movement gains further momentum. The ongoing push underscores the enduring impact of these characters and their potential for new stories.
