For over 40 years, the Star Wars Skywalker Saga has captured the imagination of fans worldwide. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker represents not just the end of this monumental narrative but also an ambitious attempt to honor the legacy, reconcile divided fan expectations, and resolve the emotional threads that bind its vast character ensemble. This article examines whether and how the film successfully concludes the saga in a meaningful way.

The story in the new trilogy. In terms of Anakin and Luke's story, it would be The Clone Wars and The Empire Strikes Back. It's not a good idea to compare it to the older films, but there was not as much to discuss as in this earlier Movie.