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Jon Watts to Direct Next Star Wars Film

Original: 'Spider-Man' Director Jon Watts to Direct Next 'Star Wars' Movie

Jon Watts, director of the recent 'Spider-Man' films starring Tom Holland, has been tapped to direct the next 'Star Wars' movie for Lucasfilm. Few details about the project have been announced yet, including its release date or story. The pairing links one of Marvel's most commercially successful filmmakers with Disney's flagship sci-fi franchise.

Why now: A high-profile director moving from Marvel to Star Wars is major news for film fans.

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