The production of Solo: A Star Wars Story in 2017 was one of the most turbulent chapters in modern franchise history, famously marked by the firing of its original directors. While the film eventually reached theaters in May 2018, the bulk of its dramatic "behind-the-scenes" story unfolded during 2017. A Clash of Creative Visions
Due to scheduling conflicts from the extended shoot, Michael K. Williams' character was cut and replaced by a new character played by Paul Bettany . Solo A Star Wars Story 2017
Despite the production hurdles, the narrative remained an origin story for the galaxy's most famous smuggler. The film follows a young (Alden Ehrenreich) as he: The production of Solo: A Star Wars Story
By June 2017—with only three weeks of principal photography remaining—Kennedy took the unprecedented step of firing Lord and Miller . The news shocked the cast and sparked intense media speculation about the film's stability. Ron Howard Steps In Williams' character was cut and replaced by a