'Star Wars': Is J.J. Abrams The Dark Side or A New Hope for 'Episode IX'? Let's Discuss The internet is divided over Lucasfilm's decision to replace 'Episode IX' director Colin Trevorrow with 'Episode VII' director J.J. Abrams.
'Star Wars': We Need to Collectively Decide Whether JJ Abrams Is the Dark Side or A New Hope for 'Episode IX' Let’s try to collectively decide that right now. Not with the Force or planet-destroying lasers, but with a pro/con list.
JJ Abrams Returning to Write, Direct 'Star Wars: Episode IX' Following Colin Trevorrow Exit After a year of directorial volatility for the franchise, Disney and Lucasfilm are looking back to the guy who rebooted the 'Star Wars' universe.