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Fan Poll: Which Star Wars Direction Do You Want from Filoni’s New Movie Slate?

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2026-02-12

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Vote in our Star Wars fan poll — tell Dave Filoni which tones, eras, or characters to prioritize. See shareable results and join the discussion.

Overwhelmed by a new flood of Star Wars projects? Vote now — make Filoni hear the fans.

If you’re tired of vague announcements, conflicting rumors and not knowing which Star Wars stories will actually land on streaming or in theaters — you’re not alone. As of January 2026 the franchise is shifting under new creative leadership: Dave Filoni now co-leads Lucasfilm, and a fresh slate of projects is being fast-tracked. That makes this moment crucial for fans who want to influence the tone, era, and characters that define the next phase of the galaxy far, far away.

Why this poll matters in 2026

The departure of Kathleen Kennedy (announced January 2026) and Filoni’s elevation means a realignment. Industry outlets are already dissecting the early Filoni-era slate — some reports raise eyebrows about the projects in development, while others celebrate the return of creators rooted in animated and serialized storytelling (Forbes). Meanwhile, conversations about creator safety and online hostility — highlighted in a recent profile where Kathleen Kennedy said Rian Johnson “got spooked by the online negativity” — remind us that how fans express preferences matters (Deadline).

This poll is a community tool: it’s not just a straw poll. It’s a structured, shareable snapshot of what active fans prioritize right now — the tones, eras, and character focuses that have the most passionate backing. We’re offering a method to translate fandom energy into clear, data-driven feedback that creators, journalists, and even Lucasfilm executives can see and share.

How the poll is structured — thoughtful, transparent, and shareable

We designed the poll to be useful to both fans and industry observers. It uses three tiers so responses are granular and actionable.

Tier 1 — Tone (choose up to 2)

Space opera / mythic adventure (big, sweeping, classic Star Wars)
Gritty frontier / western (Mando-esque grounded drama)
Political thriller / court intrigue (prequel/New Republic-style politics)
Psychological character study (intimate, auteur-driven)
High-concept sci-fi (Unknown Regions, cosmic threats)
Comedy / lighthearted ensemble

Tier 2 — Era (rank your top 3)

Old Republic / ancient history
High Republic (post-2020s publishing era, pre-skywalker)
Prequel-era (Rise of the Sith / Clone Wars era)
Original Trilogy era (classic OT-adjacent stories)
Sequel-era / Post-Return (new conflicts after the Skywalker saga)
Future / Unknown Regions (unmapped possibilities)

Tier 3 — Characters & Franchises to Prioritize (select up to 3)

Mandalorian & Grogu continuity (films/films-adjacent)
Ahsoka and Force-centric sagas
Grand Admiral Thrawn and imperial intrigue
Original, franchise-new protagonists (a new trilogy lead)
Sith / dark side exploration (villain-led)
Side characters expanded (like Bo-Katan, Sabine, or others)

Why those categories? The thinking behind the design

We picked tone, era, and characters because those are the levers that most clearly shape a cinematic slate. Tone determines audience and marketing; era shapes canon fit and streaming windows; character focus affects licensing, merchandising, and crossovers. The structure also mirrors the choices Lucasfilm must make: what audience are they courting (kids, families, adult fans), and how do they align films with Disney+ series for subscription value?

How we’ll process and present results — transparency first

Poll mechanics matter. Here’s how results will be handled so the community can trust them:

Ranked-choice aggregation for eras: We’ll weight top rankings more heavily so a broad but shallow preference doesn’t crowd out a passionate minority.
Plurality for tone and characters: Quick snapshot of what fans click most often (up to the allowed picks).
Demographic filters: Optional short questions (age cohort, primary platform, region) let us slice results and create targeted visuals.
Open comment analysis: We’ll publish a summarized sentiment map (positive/neutral/negative) and highlight recurring proposals from the discussion thread; we’ll use micro-feedback workflows to triage suggestions into usable briefs.
Shareable outputs: Real-time leaderboard graphics, embeddable badges for social posts, and a downloadable CSV for journalists.

How to vote — practical steps

We want this to be low-friction and high-quality. Here’s how to make your voice count:

Visit the poll page on BestSeries (link at the top of this article). You can vote anonymously or sign in for comment privileges.
Choose your tones (up to 2), rank your top 3 eras, and select up to 3 characters/franchise threads to prioritize.
Leave a short comment (50–200 words) explaining one specific creative choice you believe Filoni should make — this helps quality signals rise in the aggregated summary.
Share your vote using the pre-made social card or the tweet template below so others can see the leaderboard change in real time.

Amplification matters, but so does tone. Remember how online negativity affected creators (see Deadline coverage). Drive engagement with constructive language. Use one of our pre-formatted texts and the #FiloniFanPoll hashtag.

"I just voted in the #FiloniFanPoll — I want a gritty western set after the Empire with original characters. Add your voice: [poll link]"

We’ll provide three optimized image sizes and social preview text so your share looks professional on X, Threads, Instagram, or TikTok. If you want platform-specific tactics, check guides like how platforms are evolving and practical tips on using live badges to boost streaming audiences.

What success looks like — practical expectations

Don’t expect a single poll to rewrite Lucasfilm’s roadmap overnight. But a well-run, data-backed community vote can do several things:

Get picked up by entertainment journalists as a representative metric of active fandom sentiment.
Become a reference in creator interviews — especially if the data is clean and the conversation constructive.
Help gatekeepers at streaming services understand which audience segments are most engaged for specific eras or tones.

Advanced strategies for fan groups who want real influence

If your goal is to elevate a particular direction beyond just voting, here are strategies that have tangible results when done ethically and constructively.

1. Build multi-platform campaigns

Use a mix of Discord, Reddit, X, and Mastodon. Coordinate timing for posts and use our embed codes to show live leaderboard snapshots (and, where relevant, Bluesky Live Badges or other platform-native features). Keep messages consistent, and avoid spammy repeating — quality over quantity gets journalists' attention.

2. Create evidence-backed creative briefs

Instead of demands, submit short, well-illustrated briefs that explain why a tone or era will work (audience size, merchandising potential, narrative hooks). Include fan art only where appropriate and always cite your sources. Journalists and creators are likelier to amplify thoughtful submissions — see a case study on turning a launch into a media-ready brief.

3. Partner with content creators

Podcasters and YouTubers who cover Star Wars can magnify reach. Offer them the poll data and exclusive early access to the discussion summary; many creators will reciprocate with an episode or segment that reaches millions. Consider hybrid event tie-ins and post-premiere micro-events to drive engagement (hybrid afterparties & premieres).

4. Respect creator safety

Remember the cautionary note from Deadline about how harassment can chase creators away. Keep advocacy positive, avoid targeting individuals, and prioritize constructive critique. This keeps conversations productive and sustainable — and consult resources like our platform moderation cheat sheet for moderation best practices.

Trend context — what 2025–26 shows us about franchise direction

Recent trends set the context for why fan input matters in 2026:

Serialized success: Shows like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka proved long-form, creator-driven projects can revitalize the brand and drive subscriptions.
Fan segmentation: Data shows different cohorts prefer different eras — younger viewers often favor high-concept sci-fi, while long-time fans lean toward OT-era continuity.
Creator leadership matters: Filoni’s track record with animation and serialized arcs gives him credibility. Fans can offer targeted input that aligns with his strengths (character-driven arcs, ensemble casts).
Market consolidation: In 2025–26 streaming budgets tightened, making initial alignment between film and streaming strategy crucial — Lucasfilm must pick cohesive slate elements that feed both theatre and Disney+ ecosystems. For tips on pitching these ideas to execs, see our guide on pitching to streaming execs.

Case studies — when fan input moved franchises

We’re not inventing the idea that fans can influence outcomes:

Franchise restorations and director-led campaigns have previously led studios to re-evaluate projects when that feedback was constructive and data-driven.
Coordinated, respectful community efforts around tone and story direction have produced visibility that studios monitor — especially when tied to engagement metrics (shares, watch-time on creator partners, petition signatures + qualitative briefs). See examples of micro-feedback workflows that help channel community ideas into journalist-ready packages (micro-feedback workflows).

Lesson: An organized, respectful, data-forward campaign is far more effective than toxic pile-ons.

What the top outcomes mean for Filoni and Lucasfilm

Here’s how we expect Lucasfilm to interpret popular results — and what each outcome could imply for the slate.

Space opera wins: Expect big-budget, mythic stories that tie into legacy elements — likely theatrical-first projects.
Gritty frontier wins: More Mando-style sagas that can live on Disney+ and drive subscription retention.
High Republic or Old Republic surges: Opportunities for multi-series arcs and publishing tie-ins — a broad transmedia play that can be monetized through creator commerce and collectible strategies (creator commerce).
Sith/dark-side focus: Filoni could greenlight villain-led films that expand lore and merchandising for collectors; fractional collectibles and fan-owned drops have become tools fans use to show market interest (fractional collectibles).

How we’ll publish results and keep the conversation going

After the poll closes we’ll publish:

Interactive leaderboards (by tone/era/character)
Regional breakdowns and demographic slices
A summarized “Community Brief” that distills top creative asks and includes selected constructive submissions

We’ll also create shareable badges — “I voted: Gritty Frontier #1” — and an embeddable chart so creators and podcasters can show the live data on their channels.

Ethics & community rules — keeping fandom healthy

To ensure this remains constructive:

No harassment. Votes tied to abusive language will be excluded from public leaderboards (we still count them in private data to monitor attempts at manipulation).
No brigading. We log IPs and request patterns to detect coordinated manipulation; we’ll flag suspicious spikes publicly so transparency is maintained.
Credit creators. If you use fan art or concept pieces in briefs, credit the artist and seek permission.

Final practical takeaways

Vote now on the poll page — your ranked choices matter more than a single click.
Write a short, specific creative note (50–200 words) explaining one change you want to see.
Share with thoughtful language using #FiloniFanPoll and our social cards.
Join the discussion thread to help refine ideas into journalist-friendly briefs.

Ready to shape the next era of Star Wars?

We designed this poll to turn fan passion into clear, usable creative feedback. Whether you want Filoni to double down on Mandalorian-style westerns, explore the High Republic more deeply, or put a bold new villain at the center of a trilogy — this is your chance to be heard, constructively and transparently.

Vote, discuss, and share — and we’ll publish the community brief that journalists and creators can cite. Be part of the conversation that shapes the Star Wars slate in 2026.

Join the poll and discussion now — then share your vote with #FiloniFanPoll. Your data-backed voice can help shape what Lucasfilm greenlights next.

Call to action

Head to the BestSeries poll page, cast your ranked choices, leave a short creative note, and share the live leaderboard. Subscribe to our newsletter for the final Community Brief and downloadable results report. Let’s give Filoni a clear map of what fans actually want — and do it in a way creators will listen to.

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