Crimson Dawn A Star Wars Story (2026)

Crimson Dawn: A Star Wars Story is an exciting upcoming film set to explore the underworld of the Star Wars galaxy. The film will delve into the notorious crime syndicate known as Crimson Dawn, which played a significant role in the events of Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018), and bring to life some of the most fascinating and dangerous characters in the galaxy’s criminal underworld.

At the heart of the story is Qi’ra (played by Emilia Clarke), the former lover of Han Solo and the right-hand of the criminal mastermind Dryden Vos (Paul Bettany) in Solo. In this new film, we find Qi’ra navigating the dangerous and shifting world of crime syndicates after taking control of Crimson Dawn, following the fall of its previous leadership. As she rises to power, Qi’ra must balance her desire for vengeance and power with her survival instincts, trying to maintain her position while dealing with both old enemies and new threats.

The film will primarily focus on Qi’ra’s struggle to keep the Crimson Dawn syndicate intact while expanding its influence throughout the galaxy, positioning it against both the remnants of the Empire and rising new criminal factions. After taking over the leadership of Crimson Dawn, Qi’ra becomes embroiled in a brutal power struggle, where the lines between loyalty, betrayal, and ambition are constantly blurred.

One of the key plot points will likely center on Qi’ra’s attempt to take vengeance on Darth Maul (Ray Park), her former mentor and the enigmatic leader of the Shadow Collective, who had previously been involved in the syndicate. While Maul’s involvement in the larger Star Wars saga remains mysterious, this film will flesh out his connection to Crimson Dawn and potentially set the stage for his eventual downfall.

In addition to Qi’ra’s rise, the story will also involve Han Solo (likely in flashbacks or references) and the interactions between the criminal underworld and the larger galactic events surrounding the fall of the Empire. As the story unfolds, Qi’ra faces a complex web of alliances, treachery, and power plays, all while navigating her own personal demons and ambition.

The film will also explore the intriguing relationships between other notable characters from the criminal underworld, including Enfys Nest and other members of the Cloud-Riders (from Solo: A Star Wars Story), as well as the rise of new antagonists—both in the underworld and from the remnants of the Empire seeking to use the syndicate for their own ends.