History Film / StarWars7

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/{{Drive}} Oscar]] [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Isaac]], Daisy Ridley, Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall]] [[Film/{{Dredd}} Gleeson]], [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]], Crystal Clarke, and Pip Andersen, along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Boyega has also noted that his father will appear in the movie in an unspecified role, and several rumors indicate that Carrie Fisher's daughter, Billie Catherine Lourd, will also make an appearance (though the size of her role is unknown).

* LoadsAndLoadsOfCharacters: There are '''seventeen''' actors and actresses confirmed to have major roles in the movie, and ''even more'' are expected to be announced.

* PassingTheTorch: Part of the relationship between the new stars and original cast.

** ShiftingSandLand: Filming of a desert planet was done in Abu Dhabi. Tatooine is assumed to appear, being possibly the only planet to consistently appear across every trilogy.

* TheSmurfettePrinciple: While the original cast released created fears of this (although it featured ''two'' women instead of just one), Lupita Nyong'o, having just won an Oscar for Film/TwelveYearsASlave, and Gwendoline Christie, best known as [[Series/GameOfThrones Brienne Of Tarth]], were later announced as part of the production. Later still, up-and-coming actress Crystal Clarke was announced as another part of the cast.
** TokenMinority: As with the above, averted - at least three cast members are Black.

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], Daisy Ridley, Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]], Crystal Clarke, and Pip Andersen, along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Boyega has also noted that his father will appear in the movie in an unspecified role, and several rumors indicate that Carrie Fisher's daughter, Billie Catherine Lourd, will also make an appearance (though the size of her role is unknown).

* {{Mooks}}: Stormtroopers are in this movie, apparently with new armor. Time will tell if they're [[ImperialStormtrooperMarksmanshipAcademy better shots]] this time around.

* PowerTrio: Luke, Han and Leia return.

* SignatureTeamTransport: The Millenium Falcon is back in business.

* FiveManBand: The new cast members in the original call were described characters that were "independent, [with a] good sense of humour, [and] fit", "", "", "", and "". However, it is ambiguous if these new characters all work together.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 to 35 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (which is just about how much time has passed in real life since the release of said movie, averting ComicBookTime). Filming has been confirmed to take place in Abu Dhabi for a desert planet (widely believed to be Tatooine, though no confirmation exists yet) while other unspecified locations will be used for other planets, and set-based filming will also be done in London, as is tradition for the franchise. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format (35 mm film), will favor city models over digitally-created cities, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

* CoolOldGuy: The character that Max Von Sydow was hired to play was described as someone in their seventies with "strong opinions and tough demeanour."

* {{Retcon}}: Probably one of the biggest in entertainment history. The ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' (now re-labeled as ''Star Wars Legends'') has been declared to be a series of [[AlternateContinuity Alternate Continuities]] ([[BroadStrokes that have some degree of influence on the franchise from this point on]]), definitely settling the question of whether the film would be an EU novel adaptation. However, according to Disney's committee, ExpandedUniverse content released from 2014 onward is canonical unless Disney expressly says otherwise. The sole exception to the pre-2014 rule is ''WesternAnimation/StarWarsTheCloneWars'', which does fit into the new continuity due to Lucas' involvement with it, as well as its influence on ''WesternAnimation/StarWarsRebels''.

** ShiftingSandLand: Tatooine is assumed to appear, being possibly the only planet to consistently appear across every trilogy, as filming was done in Abu Dabi.
* TheSmurfettePrinciple: While the original cast released created fears of this (although it featured ''two'' women instead of just one), Lupita Nyong'o, having just won an Oscar, and Gwendoline Christie, best known as [[Series/GameOfThrones fan favorite knight Brienne]], were later announced as part of the production.

* {{Retcon}}: Probably one of the biggest in entertainment history. The ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' (now re-labeled as ''Star Wars Legends'') has been declared to be a series of [[AlternateContinuity Alternate Continuities]] ([[BroadStrokes that have some degree of influence on the franchise from this point on]]), definitely settling the question of whether the film would be an EU novel adaptation. However, according to Disney's committee, ExpandedUniverse content released from 2014 onward is canonical unless Disney expressly says otherwise. The sole exception to the pre-2014 rule is ''WesternAnimation/StarWarsTheCloneWars'', which does fit into the new continuity due to its influence on ''WesternAnimation/StarWarsRebels''.

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], Daisy Ridley, Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]], along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Boyega has also noted that his father will appear in the movie in an unspecified role. Details have been tight-lipped on what roles the newcomers will play, but it is rumored that that Adam Driver and Max Von Sydow will play antagonists.

* HappyEndingOverride: Inevitably, this movie overrides the idea that the Galaxy was at peace once Emperor Palpatine died - a fractured Empire exists, but it still has a presence in the Galaxy. Obviously, a ''Star Wars'' movie isn't going to be about peace and harmony.

* ContinuityReboot: Not for the movie series itself (which treats the previous six Episodes, ''WesternAnimation/StarWarsTheCloneWars'', and a handful of other works as being canon), but for the entire ExpandedUniverse. The reboot officially happened after 2014 as a way for forthcoming media to tie in better with the new films and television shows, leading to most of the ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' being restructured as ''Star Wars Legends'', which fits snugly into it's own AlternateContinuity.

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], Daisy Ridley, Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]], along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Details have been tight-lipped on what roles the newcomers will play, but it is rumored that that Adam Driver and Max Von Sydow will play antagonists.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 to 35 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (which is just about how much time has passed since the movie, averting ComicBookTime). Set-based filming will also be done in London, out of tradition for the franchise. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format (35 mm film), will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

* DawnOfAnEra: The movie takes place 30 to 35 years after the destruction of the second Death Star, with the New Republic apparently existing as a small-but-growing institution.

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], and Daisy Ridley, along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Several actors and actresses have been signed on in major roles for the film, including Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]]. Details have been tight-lipped on what roles the newcomers will play, but it is rumored that that Adam Driver and Max Von Sydow will play antagonists.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 to 35 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (which is just about how much time has passed since the movie, averting ComicBookTime) and that at least two planets will be present - Tatooine (filming in Abu Dhabi), and an as-of-yet unnamed ice planet (filming in Iceland). Set-based filming will also be done in London, out of tradition for the franchise. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format (35 mm film), will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

* AudienceSurrogate: John Boyega's character will fill this role.

* LovableRogue: Oscar Isaac's character is described as being similar to Han Solo.

* PowerTrio: The new characters played by Boyega, Ridley and Isaac form one, and of course Luke, Han and Leia return.
* PutOnABus: Wedge Antilles and Lando Calrissian will apparently not make appearances.

** TheLostWoods: A set rumor indicates that a planet containing this type of environment will be present.
** ShiftingSandLand: Tatooine is slated to appear, being possibly the only planet to consistently appear across every trilogy.
** SlippySlideyIceWorld: The ice planet.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (which is just about how much time has passed since the movie, averting ComicBookTime) and that at least two planets will be present - Tatooine (filming in Abu Dhabi), and an as-of-yet unnamed ice planet (filming in Iceland). Set-based filming will also be done in London, out of tradition for the franchise. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format (35 mm film), will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

* DawnOfAnEra: The movie takes place 30 years after the destruction of the second Death Star, with the New Republic apparently existing as a small-but-growing institution.

* WrittenInInfirmity: Harrison Ford injured his ankle during filming, but it has been suggested that he will still be filmed from the waist-up during his 6-to-8-week recovery. It is likely that the injury will still be explained in the movie as one that Han Solo recieved.

* HappyEndingOverride: Inevitably, this movie overrides the idea that the Galaxy was at peace once Emperor Palpatine died - obviously, a ''Star Wars'' movie isn't going to be about peace and harmony.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (averting ComicBookTime in real life) and that at least two planets will be present - Tatooine (filming in Abu Dhabi), and an as-of-yet unnamed ice planet (filming in Iceland). Set-based filming will also be done in London, out of tradition for the franchise. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format, will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes). Harrison Ford was injured during the production, but the film is not being delayed.

* BadassBeard: Luke Skywalker will apparently have one, if Mark Hamil's media appearances are of any indication.

* DawnOfAnEra: The movie takes place 30 years after the end of the Empire.

* PuttingTheBandBackTogether: In real life, and possibly in universe as well.

* SingleBiomePlanet: As is tradition. Along with Tatooine, there has been filming of an ice world.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (averting ComicBookTime in real life) and that at least two planets will be present - Tattooine (filming in Abu Dhabi), and an as-of-yet unnamed ice planet (filming in Iceland). The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format, will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

* DawnOfAnEra: Takes place 30 years after the end of the Empire, with no New Republic yet in place.

* DawnOfAnEra: Takes place 30 years into the reconstruction of the Republic.

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], and Daisy Ridley, along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Several actors and actresses have been signed on in major roles for the film, including Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]]. Details have been tight-lipped on what roles the newcomers will play, but it is rumored that John Boyega will play a Jedi, and that Adam Driver and Max Von Sydow will play antagonists.

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], and Daisy Ridley, along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Several actors and actresses have been signed on in major roles for the film, including Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]]. Details have been tight-lipped on what roles the newcomers will play, but it is strongly rumored that John Boyega will play a Jedi, and Adam Driver will play an antagonist.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (averting ComicBookTime in real life) and that at least two planets will be present - Tattooine (filming in Abu Dhabi), and an as-of-yet unnamed ice planet (filming in Iceland, according to rumors). The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format, will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

* ContinuityReboot: Not for the movie series itself, but for the entire ExpandedUniverse. The reboot officially happened after 2014 as a way for forthcoming media to tie in better with the new films and television shows, leading to most of the ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' being restructured as ''Star Wars Legends'', which fits snugly into it's own AlternateContinuity.

* ShiftingSandLand: Tatooine is slated to appear, being possibly the only planet to consistently appear across every trilogy.

* TheSmurfettePrinciple: While the original cast released created fears of this, Lupita Nyong'o, having just won an Oscar, and Gwendoline Christie, best known as [[Series/GameOfThrones fan favorite knight Brienne]], were later announced as part of the production.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (averting ComicBookTime in real life) and that at least two planets will be present - Tattooine, and an as-of-yet unnamed ice planet. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format, will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

'''''Star Wars Episode VII''''', is the first film in the Franchise/StarWars sequel trilogy, directed, by Creator/JJAbrams, co-written by Abrams, [[Film/TheEmpireStrikesBack Lawrence Kasdan]], and [[Film/ToyStory3 Michael]] [[Film/{{Oblivion2013}} Arndt]], co-produced by Abrams, Kathleen Kennedy, Bryan Burk, and Kasdan, and scored by Creator/JohnWilliams. Though Creator/GeorgeLucas is not writing or producing the film, he is serving as a creative consultant that the crew of the film regularly talks with - especially Abrams. It is slated for release on December 18th, 2015.

* SequelGap: It's been 32 years since the latest canonical installment, and 10 since the last ''Star Wars'' Episode.[[note]]It's also been 7 years since the ''WesternAnimation/StarWarsTheCloneWars'' movie, which was a CompilationMovie more than an actual installment in the saga.[[/note]]

The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], and Daisy Ridley, along with most of the leading cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Several actors and actresses have been signed on in major roles for the film, including Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]].

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (averting ComicBookTime in real life) and that at least two planets will be present - Tattooine, and an ice planet. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format, will utilize location shooting instead of going exclusively for sets, and will have a greater emphasis on utilizing PracticalEffects (such as {{Muppet}}s and animatronics) over use of ComputerGeneratedImages (though digital editing will be utilized for post-production purposes).

* ContinuityReboot: The entire ExpandedUniverse was rebooted after 2014 to tie in better with the new films and television shows, leading to most of the ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' being restructured as ''Star Wars Legends'', which fits snugly into it's own AlternateContinuity.

* ShiftingSandLand: Tatooine is slated to appear, being possibly the only planet to consistently appear across every trilogy.

'''''Star Wars Episode VII''''', directed by Creator/JJAbrams, is the first film in the Franchise/StarWars sequel trilogy. It is slated for release on December 18th, 2015. The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]], [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], and Daisy Ridley, along with most of the cast from the Original Trilogy (Creator/MarkHamill, Creator/CarrieFisher, Creator/HarrisonFord, Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker). Several actors and actresses have been signed on in major roles for the film, including Creator/MaxVonSydow, Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]]. Though Creator/GeorgeLucas is not writing or producing the film, he is serving as a creative consultant that the crew of the film regularly talks with.

Little is known of the plot, as J. J. Abrams is well known for keeping quiet about his productions. However, it has been confirmed that the film will take place 30 years after ''Return Of The Jedi'' (averting ComicBookTime in real life) and that at least two planets will be present - Tattooine, and an ice planet. The film is also the first ''Star Wars'' movie since the Original Trilogy to be filmed on a non-digital format, and as such will have a greater emphasis on PracticalEffects (such as puppetry) over use of Computer Generated Effects.

'''''Star Wars Episode VII''''', directed by Creator/JJAbrams, is the first film in the Franchise/StarWars sequel trilogy, first announced when Disney acquired Lucasfilm and the rights to StarWars in October 2012. It is slated for release in December 2015. The film will star [[Film/AttackTheBlock John Boyega]] as a Jedi, [[Film/InsideLlewynDavis Oscar Isaac]], and Daisy Ridley. The [[Creator/MarkHamill original]] [[Creator/CarrieFisher main]] [[Creator/HarrisonFord trio]] will be in supporting roles. Also appearing are actors such as Creator/AndySerkis, Creator/LupitaNyongo, Main/GwendolineChristie, [[Franchise/HarryPotter Domhnall Gleeson]], and [[Series/{{Girls}} Adam Driver]].

Little is known of the plot, as JJ Abrams being well known for keeping quiet about his productions.

* ContinuityReboot: The entire [[StarWarsExpandedUniverse Expanded Universe]] was rebooted after 2014 to tie in better with the new films and television shows, leading to most of the ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' being restructured as ''Star Wars Legends'', which fits snugly into it's own AlternateContinuity.

* ContinuityReboot: The entire [[StarWarsExpandedUniverse ExpandedUniverse]] was rebooted after 2014 to tie in better with the new films and television shows, leading to most of the ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' being restructured as ''Star Wars Legends'', which fits snugly into it's own AlternateContinuity.

* ContinuityReboot: The entire ExpandedUniverse was rebooted after 2014 to tie in better with the new films and television shows, leading to most of the ''Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse'' being restructured as ''Star Wars Legends'', which fits snugly into it's own AlternateContinuity.