Rian Johnson: The Jedi Master Who Can’t Let Go

So, here’s the deal: The Last Jedi is basically a therapist’s session for Star Wars. It’s all about the art of letting go, which, let’s be honest, is super tough when you’ve got space wizards and heavy-duty lightsabers involved. Remember how Luke Skywalker became this grumpy grandpa? Yeah, not the hero we had in mind! And then there’s Rey, who just had to prove that she’s not a nobody based on her lineage. Talk about a twist!

When Yoda Gets Real

There’s that iconic scene when Yoda, sporting his ghostly swag, burns those ancient Jedi texts. Luke’s all like, “But, Yoda, I need those to train Rey!” And Yoda, with his delightful grammar struggles, drops the wisdom bomb: “We are what they grow beyond.” Wow, thanks for the existential crisis, Yoda!

Rian Johnson’s Star Wars Love Affair

Then comes along Rian Johnson, the man behind The Last Jedi, and he’s not ready to say goodbye to the galaxy far, far away. Nope! While schmoozing up his latest flick, Wake Up Dead Man, featuring our favorite detective, Daniel Craig, Johnson just can’t slam the door on Star Wars. He declared with all the enthusiasm of a kid at a candy store, “That cog will be turning the rest of my life. I love Star Wars!”

The Mixed Reviews Storm

Now, hold onto your lightsabers! Despite the mixed reviews that followed The Last Jedi, where a bunch of fans lost their minds because Luke wasn’t the perfect Jedi warrior they wanted, Johnson’s still got love for the franchise. Even after The Rise of Skywalker tried to undo all his work in the most confusing way possible, Johnson’s still game for more

Waiting for the Call

You’d think he’d be sitting by the phone waiting for a Star Wars call, but nope! This guy is busy. Between cranking out more Knives Out adventures and launching his new mystery show, Poker Face, he’s got his hands full! Oh, what’s next? A 70s-style paranoid thriller with a sprinkle of sci-fi goodness. Because why not!

Exciting Times Ahead (Maybe)

For fans who loved The Last Jedi, the thought of Johnson diving into sci-fi again is like finding extra fries at the bottom of the bag. However, for those who did not appreciate his last venture, they might be hoping he learned a thing or two. And hey, remember Yoda’s wise words: “The greatest teacher, failure is.”

Mark Your Calendars!

Don’t forget, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery hits theaters on November 26 and will be streaming on Netflix on December 12, 2025. Set your reminders, folks!