Star wars producers are ‘in talks’ to create a TV series of the iconic film franchise.
According to ABC’s entertainment president Channing Dungey, the network is currently in the process of discussing a small screen spin-off with LucasFilm and Disney.
Speaking at the Television Critics Association’s press tour on Thursday, Dungey admitted that talks were ‘ongoing’.
Addressing the rumours during a press conference in Beverly Hills, she said: “Oh, as a fan, I would absolutely love to say ‘Yes’.
“The conversations with Lucas, we have had conversations with them and will continue to have conversations with them.
“I think it would be wonderful if we could find a way to extend that brand into our programming.”
Dungey added: “It’s all a bit hush-hush. That company exists under a big shroud of secrecy.
“If you feel Marvel’s secretive, [Lucasfilm] takes it to a whole other level … [Talks] are ongoing. We don’t have an official timeline yet.”
As there are already two animated Star Wars series, the rumoured new series is expected to be a live action version.
Last year’s film The Force Awakens was one of the biggest films of the year, grossing an impressive $2.07 billion globally.
Stars including Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Mark Hamill have just finished filming Episode VIII, while Rogue One hits cinemas in December this year.
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