Jon Watts to direct new Star Wars trilogy
Most outlets reported that Jon Watts, known for directing Tom Holland’s Spider-Man trilogy, is set to direct the first film in a new Star Wars trilogy. They noted his potential involvement with a script by Simon Kinberg, as reported by The News International. The framing was largely consistent, focusing on Watts’ upcoming project and his background with the Spider-Man films.
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Director reportedly lined up for new 'Star Wars' movie
Jon Watts, the director behind Tom Holland's Spider-Man trilogy, is reportedly in line to direct the next Star Wars film. The 45-year-old is said to be attached to a new movie based on a script by Simon Kinberg, per...
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Spider-Man director Jon Watts joins new Star Wars trilogy
Jon Watts, the filmmaker behind Tom Holland’s Spider-Man trilogy, is set to direct the first movie in a new Star Wars trilogy.
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