There are reports and strong fan interest in a "Star Wars: What If?" series, inspired by the success of Marvel's "What If...?" animated anthology that explores alternate storylines and outcomes in its universe
. This Star Wars series would similarly explore pivotal moments and character decisions that could have drastically changed the course of the saga, allowing fans to see beloved characters in new lights without breaking canon
. Potential scenarios discussed by fans and commentators include:
- What if Qui-Gon Jinn had survived the Battle of Naboo, potentially altering Anakin's fate?
- What if Padmé Amidala had not changed her mind in "Attack of the Clones"?
- What if Anakin Skywalker had died on Mustafar, weakening the Empire?
- What if Luke Skywalker had been home during the stormtrooper attack, possibly dying and leaving Leia to become the Jedi hope?
- What if Luke joined Darth Vader or Yoda fought Anakin instead of Obi-Wan in Episode 3?
- What if Anakin won his duel against Obi-Wan on Mustafar and killed Palpatine himself?
These "what if" stories open creative freedom for exploring alternate character arcs, relationships, and galaxy-wide consequences, while also allowing experimentation without the risk of disappointing box office or disrupting the main canon
. The series is reportedly in development at Disney and could debut around 2026, potentially using animation to tell these diverse stories with flexibility
. Fans hope it will revive interest in Star Wars by presenting fresh narratives that examine fate, destiny, and choice within the galaxy far, far away
. In summary, the "Star Wars: What If?" series aims to explore alternate realities within the Star Wars universe, similar to Marvel's approach, offering new perspectives on key moments and characters while expanding storytelling possibilities
