Daisy Ridley Reacts to Ben Solo Film Being Axed

News that a standalone Ben Solo film was in the works, only to be shelved, left many fans scratching their heads. Adam Driver, who played the conflicted character in the recent trilogy, had earlier let slip that he’d been in talks with Steven Soderbergh about bringing the project to life. Now, Daisy Ridley, who starred alongside Driver, has chimed in with her own take on the situation.

Ridley’s Take on the Cancelled Project

Ridley, who was the first of the sequel trilogy’s main cast to be confirmed for a return, didn’t hide her feelings about the scrapped film. She admitted she’d heard whispers about the project, but was still caught off guard when it was officially canned. Her reaction echoed the disappointment felt by heaps of punters who’d been keen to see more of Ben Solo’s story unfold on the big screen.

With Ridley set to reprise her role as Rey in a new film focusing on the rise of a fresh Jedi Order, her enthusiasm for the franchise remains clear. She’s spoken openly about her excitement to return, and her comments about the Ben Solo project show she’s just as invested in the galaxy’s future as the fans are.

Fans Left Wanting More

The idea of a Ben Solo film, especially with a director like Soderbergh attached, had generated plenty of buzz. Many were hoping for a deeper dive into the character’s backstory and motivations, something the main films only touched on. Ridley’s remarks have only added fuel to the fire, with fans now left wondering what could have been if the project had gone ahead.

While the disappointment is real, Ridley’s return as Rey offers a glimmer of hope for those wanting more from the Star Wars universe. Her willingness to step back into the role suggests there are still plenty of stories left to tell, even if some, like Ben Solo’s, remain untold for now.