The One Problem With Star Wars, According To Project Hail Mary Author Andy Weir [Exclusive]

Everyone has an opinion about Star Wars, including Project Hail Mary author Andy Weir, who has some general ideas about what the franchise needs.

The top 3

  1. The Problem of Perpetual 'Massive Upheaval': Weir contends that Star Wars movies frequently rely on 'monumental wars' that undermine the finality of previous victories. He views the repetitive cycle of galactic conflict as inherently unsatisfying for audiences, echoing concerns shared by some fans regarding the sequel trilogy's narrative structure.
  2. Strategic Alternatives: 'Rogue One' Model vs. Television: Weir proposes that future films should focus on 'tangential' stories involving ordinary people during established conflicts, treating major wars as static history. He praises the series 'Andor' for its intellectual depth but argues its format is uniquely suited to television and cannot be easily translated into a standard two-hour film.

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