The excitement surrounding Adam Driver’s revelation about his involvement in “The Hunt for Ben Solo” has ignited fervent discussions among Star Wars fans. The project, which was backed by Lucasfilm but reportedly scrapped by Disney CEO Bob Iger, has captured the attention of fans who have even organized flyovers of the Walt Disney Studio lot in Burbank to express their enthusiasm.
Daisy Ridley, known for her role as Rey in the recent Star Wars trilogy, has remained silent on the matter until now. In a recent interview promoting her upcoming zombie drama “We Bury the Dead,” set to hit theaters on January 2, 2026, Ridley revealed that she was aware of some developments regarding “The Hunt for Ben Solo.” “I knew a piece of it. I heard rumblings,” she admitted, acknowledging her connections with crew members. Her initial reaction to Driver’s announcement was one of surprise and delight. “It was funny because, like, ‘Oh, wow, Adam is saying it,’ and that’s the big surprise of the year,” she said with a laugh.
Ridley expressed her appreciation for the collective positivity among fans rallying for the project. “I do love when there is a collective of positivity,” she noted. The support for “The Hunt for Ben Solo” highlighted not only the popularity of Driver’s character but also the way it brought fans together in a time filled with chaos. “The fact that everyone is really behind this thing, I think, is just sort of lovely,” she added.
Discussing the status of her own character’s film, which would occur around 15 years after “The Rise of Skywalker” as Rey works to rebuild the Jedi Order, Ridley emphasized her trust in the creatives behind the project. “I think over the years, I’ve learned how the reality of getting any film made is so massive. The hurdles are vast… But with this particularly, I know that incredible voices and creatives are part of it, and I know the wait will be worth it,” she remarked.
As for the broader Star Wars franchise, fans can anticipate Jon Favreau’s “The Mandalorian & Grogu” movie in May 2026, followed by Shawn Levy’s “Star Wars: Starfighter” in May 2027. Meanwhile, “Ahsoka” Season 2 is in the works, although it currently lacks a release date.
With Ridley’s enthusiasm and the ongoing discussions within the fanbase, the future of the Star Wars universe appears bright, fostering hope that beloved characters will continue to be explored in new narratives.