Hollywood Breakdown
'Rogue One' comes roaring into theaters
The standalone Star Wars film Rogue One will be huge for Disney and Lucasfilm. The only question is "how big?"
After the premiere last weekend, word on the street is that Rogue One will scratch the Star Wars itch for fans looking for a hit this year. Even though the film exists outside of the other films in the franchise and has a different, lesser-known cast, all signs point to a smashingly successful opening weekend for Rogue One. The production had its troubles along the way. Tony Gilroy, a screenwriter and a director in his own right, was called in for rewrites, but the film holds together well -- which is a tribute to Lusasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy. And in addition to Rogue One, Disney also has box offices successes Dr. Strange and Moana out at the moment.