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Disney has made a significant adjustment to its theatrical release calendar, removing an anticipated Star Wars film from its December 18, 2026 slot and replacing it with the sixth installment of the Ice Age franchise. The schedule shift represents another chapter in Lucasfilm's ongoing challenge to bring new Star Wars content to the big screen. The displaced Star Wars project, while never officially detailed, had generated substantial industry interest as it was expected to be directed by Academy Award-winner Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and star Daisy Ridley, reprising her role as Rey. Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy had previously outlined the film's vision at Star Wars Celebration, describing a narrative focused on Rey's journey to establish a new Jedi Order following the events of "The Rise of Skywalker" (2019). The project's development history reveals the complexities of shepherding such high-profile productions, with notable […]