Disney announces new 'Star Wars' theatrical film directed by Taika Waititi

The force is strong with New Zealand filmmaker Taika Waititi, after Disney announced he will both direct and co-write a new ‘Star Wars’ feature film

LOS ANGELES - Oscar-winning “Jojo Rabbit” screenwriter Taika Waititi will direct and co-write a new “Star Wars” feature film for theaters, Walt Disney Co said on Monday.

“Rise of Skywalker” sold nearly $1.1 billion worth of tickets worldwide but was the lowest-grossing film of the three “Star Wars” movies released by Disney since 2015. The company announced the news on May the Fourth, a day when “Star Wars” fans celebrate the franchise for its similarity to the phrase “May the force be with you.”

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