Marvel Comics is set to relaunch its flagship Star Wars series in May 2025, taking fans on a thrilling journey set after the Battle of Jakku and the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War. In this new chapter, iconic characters Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Leia Organa are tasked with the monumental challenge of establishing the New Republic and bringing stability to a galaxy in turmoil.
The series is penned by acclaimed writer Alex Segura, who previously captivated audiences with his Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku miniseries. The artwork for this new volume will be brought to life by Star Wars veteran Phil Noto, known for his work on Star Wars: Poe Dameron. Both Noto and Leinil Yu will contribute to the cover art for the first issue, promising visually stunning editions.
Set approximately two years after the events of Return of the Jedi, Segura and Noto's Star Wars series unfolds in the wake of the Battle of Jakku, the final major confrontation between the Empire and the Rebel Alliance. As the New Republic strives to assert its authority, Luke and his companions confront new adversaries—pirates, thieves, and other villains eager to exploit the ensuing power vacuum.
“Now that we've put the period at the end of the Galactic Civil War with the Battle of Jakku, we can speed ahead into a new, uncharted era, with some new galactic threats, foes, and mysteries for our beloved heroes to grapple with, blending the familiar with the new and shocking,” Segura shared with StarWars.com. “These stories will be packed with action and the character moments Star Wars fans have come to expect, featuring twists on the galaxy and landscape we know, with an eye toward making sure people can jump in easily and with any issue. We can't wait."
Noto expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “Alex is an amazing writer and has come up with some great storylines and new characters for this series and I’m thrilled for the opportunity to bring them to life on the page! It’s also been exciting to draw the classic characters in the post-Return of the Jedi era because there’s no existing film or TV versions of them. I get to create new looks for them while also having reference of the actors from the 80s to help sell the look of this timeline.”
Star Wars #1 is slated for release on May 7, 2025, perfectly timed to coincide with this year's Star Wars Day celebrations.
This new series is just one of several exciting projects Marvel has planned. In February, the publisher will launch Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, a comic that delves into Kylo Ren's journey following the events of The Last Jedi.
For those eager to stay updated on the Star Wars universe, be sure to explore what's in store for the franchise in 2025 and check out every Star Wars movie and series currently in development.
