Heir to the Empire, according to a rumour, is the working title for Dave Filoni’s future Star Wars film.
We don’t take this rumour as gospel, but it does present an opportunity to discuss Heir to the Empire’s past and what it might imply for the Star Wars universe’s future. This rumour originates from the Twitter account MyTimeToShineHello.
Heir to the Empire plot summary
The conflict for dominance in the galaxy following the death of the Emperor was the subject of Heir to the Empire. Han Solo, Lando Calrissian, and Thrawn are courting Talon Karrde, a sort of pirate monarch, to join them as an ally. Karrde’s followers abducted Luke in the interim, which prompted Thrawn to attack everyone.
Heir to the Empire Characters and Cast
Former Hand of the Emperor Mara Jade, who later becomes Luke Skywalker’s wife, pursues him in Zahn’s Heir to the Empire novel. One of Thrawn’s supporters, Joruus C’baoth, is intrigued by the news that Han Solo and Princess Leia are having twins and intends to teach the kids about the Dark Side. Dark Jedi C’baoth is a clone of the same-named former Jedi master. In exchange for C’baoth’s use of his combat meditation abilities, Thrawn consents to hand over the Solo twins. However, C’baoth is plotting in secret to topple Thrawn, who has him detained in the secluded Mount Tantis.
There is already a connection because Dr. Royce Hemlock utilised Mount Tantis as his cloning lab in Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Additionally, there are rumours that Joruus C’baoth may be the orange lightsaber-wielding force user Ray Stevenson is portraying in the Ahsoka video. It is uncertain if this is the genuine Jedi master or a dark clone.
But if an Heir to the Empire movie were to be made, would it have characters from the original trilogy like Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Chewbacca, and Lando Calrissian like it did in the book? They are the key protagonists in Zahn’s book, although Disney is less likely to adapt these ideas given that it has already incorporated characters like Thrawn into the main Star Wars universe. Additionally, there are contradictory rumours regarding whether these characters will play major roles in the Filoniverse or simply make cameo appearances.
Heir to the Empire release date
With the announcement of the new episode of the Star wars series ‘Heir to the Empire’ done on May 16th 2023 in Twitter. As of now we do not have an official statement on the release date of this Movie.
This is such an exciting rumour! The idea of Dave Filoni working on a *Heir to the Empire* film could be a game-changer for the Star Wars universe. The storyline of Thrawn, Talon Karrde, and Mara Jade has so much potential, especially with the connections to *The Bad Batch* and *Ahsoka*. I wonder if they’ll stay faithful to Timothy Zahn’s original vision or take creative liberties to fit the current canon.
The complexity of Thrawn’s character and his interactions with Joruus C’baoth could make for an intense and layered narrative. Could this also mean we’ll see more of the Solo twins’ journey, or will Disney shy away from that legacy? The possibility of seeing Ray Stevenson’s character tied to C’baoth is intriguing—could he bring the same depth to a Dark Jedi as he did to other roles?
How do you think they’ll balance the nostalgia of the original trilogy characters with introducing new elements? Or will they focus more on newer characters to keep the franchise fresh? Either way, this rumour has sparked a lot of curiosity and debate. What’s your take on how they should approach this project? Would you rather see a faithful adaptation or something entirely new?
If this rumor about “Heir to the Empire” being Dave Filoni’s next Star Wars project is true, it could be a game-changer for the franchise. The original novel by Timothy Zahn is such a beloved part of the Expanded Universe, and seeing it adapted would be a dream come true for many fans. Thrawn’s return in *Ahsoka* already has me excited, and the idea of exploring his rise to power in a full-length film is thrilling. The connections to *The Bad Batch* and the potential inclusion of Joruus C’baoth add so many layers to the story. However, I’m curious—how would Disney handle the original trilogy characters like Luke, Han, and Leia? Would they recast or use CGI? And do you think they’ll stay true to Zahn’s vision or take creative liberties? I’d love to hear your thoughts on how this could play out!