David Fincher wanted to direct his own Star Wars movie after The Rise of Skywalker, but Lucasfilm turned him down

After the controversial outcome of Star Wars: Episodio IX – The Rise of Skywalkermany fans wondered what would be the next step for Lucasfilm to get back on track with one of the most beloved sagas in cinema and geek culture. Although The Mandalorian He arrived shortly after to restore hope to the followers, David Fincherthe acclaimed director of Seven, Zodiac y Mankhad in his hands an idea that could change the destiny of Star Wars forever.

David Fincher’s Lost Project

According to Jeff Sneiderjournalist and film industry insider, Fincher approached Lucasfilm shortly after the premiere of The Rise of Skywalker to present a project set in the universe of Star Wars. Although the details of the story are kept secret, it is said that the approach would be much darker and more psychological, with a completely new central character within the galaxy far, far away — a proposal very much in line with the director’s style.

The rescue of the franchise with The Mandalorian

Although many fans criticize the decision of Lucasfilmwe must remember that at that time the reputation of Star Wars I was staggering. Public opinions were mixed and collections had decreased, so the studio was looking for projects with commercial guarantees and a more accessible tone.

That’s when Jon Favreau y Dave Filoni gave life to The Mandaloriana series that combined nostalgia with new ideas and ended up revitalizing the entire franchise thanks to Din Djarin y Grog. Today, that story is ready to make the leap to the big screen with a movie on the way, while the vision of Fincher It remains one of the great “stories that could have been” within the saga.

What would a Star Wars movie directed by David Fincher have been like?

The director behind thrillers like Lost (Gone Girl) o Zodiac could have brought a more mature, introspective and somber tone to the universe created by George Lucas. A version in which the Force was explored from doubt, fear or obsession, instead of the classic heroism to which we are accustomed.

For now, that project remains a curiosity for fans and a sample of how Star Wars has rejected, over the years, ideas as risky as they are fascinating. Can you imagine what a movie would have been like? Star Wars directed by David Fincher? Tell us in the comments what story you would like to see on the big screen and if you think Lucasfilm I should give another chance to a darker vision of the saga.

Daniel Guzmán is an editor at IGN Latin America, a lover of horror, comics, cinema and a love/hate devotion for Warzone and Fortnite. Faithful fan of DC and Zack Snyder. Follow him on networks like @danieltrbs