We're finally getting a glimpse into the world beyond The Rise of Skywalker, and it's not from Shawn Levy. Yet, at least. While fans eagerly await Levy's upcoming Star Wars film, Star Wars: Starfighter, they can now delve into the Star Wars universe post-2019 through a new young adult novel titled Star Wars: The Last Order.

The book, unveiled by publisher Penguin Random House, offers a deeper look into the lives of John Boyega’s beloved hero Finn and Naomi Ackie’s resistance ally Jannah, introduced in The Rise of Skywalker. The official synopsis from Penguin Random House, penned by author Kwame Mbalia, states:

“Following the end of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the Resistance rescues a ship full of young passengers who had been kidnapped by the First Order. As Finn and Jannah set out to find the First Order officer responsible before he can endanger any more children, the two former stormtroopers must wrestle with their own complicated pasts as soldiers of the oppressive regime.”

Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy shed light on the project in a February interview with Deadline, discussing the shift in the Star Wars timeline. “It’s all post-[the first] nine,” she said. “Shawn’s is a standalone Star Wars story that'll take place post-nine, maybe five or six years out.” Last month, writer Jonathan Tropper reconfirmed his enthusiasm for the film to Screen Rant, saying, "I hope it's on the way sooner than you think." Shortly after, the release date for the film was announced at Star Wars Celebration Japan, with Ryan Gosling confirmed to star.

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View 23 ImagesAccording to Penguin Random House, Star Wars: The Last Order is slated for release on October 21, 2025. Fans will need to wait a bit longer for Levy’s film, Star Wars: Starfighter, which is set to premiere on May 28, 2027.