Kathleen Kennedy Reportedly Set to Retire from Lucasfilm in 2025
Big news in the world of Star Wars ! Kathleen Kennedy, the president of Lucasfilm and one of the most influential producers in Hollywood, is reportedly planning to step down by the end of 2025. After more than a decade at the helm of one of the most iconic franchises, it seems Kennedy is ready to close this chapter of her career.
Now, if you’ve been following Star Wars since Disney’s $4 billion acquisition of Lucasfilm in 2012, you know that Kennedy has been at the center of it all. She took over from George Lucas himself and was responsible for reviving the franchise on the big screen, starting with The Force Awakens in 2015, which made over $2 billion worldwide. But it wasn’t always smooth sailing.
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There were massive highs—like Rogue One , which became a $1 billion hit despite behind-the-scenes drama—and some serious lows, like Solo: A Star Wars Story , which ended up being the first Star Wars movie to lose money. And, of course, there’s been the ongoing struggle to get Star Wars back into theaters after the mixed reception of The Rise of Skywalker in 2019.
Kennedy’s tenure wasn’t just about movies, though. Under her leadership, Star Wars thrived on Disney+ with The Mandalorian , Andor , and other hit series that introduced a new generation of fans to the galaxy far, far away. However, there were also concerns about franchise fatigue, with some shows failing to capture the same magic.
Beyond Star Wars , Kennedy has had an incredible career. She’s worked with legendary filmmakers like Steven Spielberg and Frank Marshall, producing classics like E.T. , Indiana Jones , and Back to the Future . Her impact on Hollywood is undeniable, with over 70 films to her name and multiple Oscar nominations.
So, what’s next for Lucasfilm? Well, the company is gearing up for the release of The Mandalorian & Grogu in 2026, marking the first Star Wars movie in seven years. Plus, there’s the much-anticipated Andor Season 2, arriving in April. But the big question remains—who will take over after Kennedy? That’s something Disney will have to figure out soon.
For now, though, all eyes will be on the Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo this April, where we might get more clarity on what the future of the franchise—and Lucasfilm—will look like without Kathleen Kennedy at the helm. Whatever happens, her legacy in shaping modern blockbuster cinema is already cemented.
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