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Lucas Retired, Star Wars Movies Unmade
23 Sep
Summary
- George Lucas retired from directing after Episode III in 2005.
- He planned three more Star Wars films but chose the museum.
- Lucas sold Lucasfilm to Disney for $4 billion in 2012.
George Lucas, the acclaimed filmmaker behind the Star Wars saga, has shared that he retired from directing after the release of "Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith" in 2005. Lucas had originally envisioned directing three additional Star Wars films but ultimately decided to step away from filmmaking.
His decision stemmed from a desire to dedicate his time and energy to establishing the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. At 82 years old, Lucas recognized the significant commitment the museum project demanded, which led him to forgo further directorial work on the franchise. This pivotal choice occurred years before he sold Lucasfilm and the Star Wars universe to Disney for $4 billion in 2012.
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, a project driven by Lucas's passion for showcasing illustrators, recently opened its doors to the public. His wife, Mellody Hobson, highlighted his dedication to the museum's creation, noting it was an endeavor that "nearly killed him."
