It looks like the Mouse is going to be giving us presents for years to come...
Maybe that post should say specials, as in plural. Between the three episode films, which will now obviously be out in December and the two spinoff films which will most likely come out during the holidays as well, we will have at least five years of joyous Christmas gifts to open. Essentially, five holiday specials over five years. And thankfully, no sign of Bea Arthur anywhere.
Those of you hiding in a hole probably don't know about the recent announcement of the release date of "Episode VII" being December 18, 2015. Now the three people that didn't know actually do. I know that some of the hard-core purist will be upset that a May release date is not in the cards, but I prefer the film to be good and later, then bad and a slave to tradition.
The Lucasfilm Suits know that we don't want another disappointment like we got when the Prequels debuted. J.J. Abrams and his crew are working hard to make sure we get the film we deserve, not the one some fans fear. Being as Abrams is a fan, we shouldn't have to worry as much. The absence of the Jedi Master will make sure the minds are not clouded in the creation of this new chapter in the galaxy. No more Jar Jars, no Midi-chlorians, please.
Starting next year we'll be getting new content for the next six years. Star Wars Rebels will bridge us between this year and the 2015 debut of the Sequel Trilogy. I have a feeling after "Episode IX", they might take a breather, but there should be periodic films every two or three years from then on. Star Wars, specifically new Star Wars theatrical adventures should be a part of our future for decades to come. For fans of the series, and science fiction/science fantasy fans and geeks the world over it's great news. Now if we can just get the Prequels released in a special edition that takes out all the bad parts.
Sadly, that would mean that "Episode I" wouldn't be very long...
