The Rebel Spirit: How Star Wars' New Inspiration May Change the Galaxy Far, Far Away The latest news from Lucasfilm's upcoming 2027 film, Star Wars: Starfighter, has fans abuzz with excitement about the new direction of the beloved franchise.
Director Shawn Levy claims that the movie draws inspiration from Francis Ford Coppola's classic coming of age drama, The Outsiders (1967), which might seem like an unlikely choice at first glance.
However, upon closer inspection, it reveals a fascinating convergence of themes and tone. Levy highlights the enduring appeal of Coppola's gritty portrayal of teenage angst and rebellion in his interview with Fandango.