Zack Snyder Unveils Unprecedented Star Wars-Inspired TV Show & Trilogy: Prepare to Be Blown Away!

Rebel Moon director Zack Snyder hints at the expansive nature of his Star Wars-like franchise, including the possibility of a trilogy of films and a TV series. Following a successful collaboration with Netflix on Army of the Dead, Snyder's next project with the streaming service promises to be even more ambitious. Rebel Moon, described as a space opera, has been announced as a two-part movie event following the journey of a young woman as she assembles a rebel army to combat an evil galactic ruler.

As the release of Rebel Moon draws nearer, Snyder reveals to Empire that his franchise may exceed its initial scope. He discloses that he has created a comprehensive 450-page bible for his sci-fi universe, encompassing background stories, lore, and events that take place before and after the events of Rebel Moon. Additionally, discussions have taken place regarding a potential TV show, focusing on the backstory of the central antagonist, Balisarius. Snyder also mentions the prospect of a third film, incorporating the rebel moon Vanna, which is not featured in the upcoming two movies. See Snyder's statement below.

"When I presented the idea to Netflix, they expressed interest in the scale of the project. They questioned how extensive it could be and asked about the potential number of movies involved. This made me realize that if we were to fully commit to this endeavor, we had the opportunity to explore it to the fullest extent. We wouldn't be limited by any constraints."

"The Rebel Moon doesn't actually refer to the moon they are on. The title was more of a conceptual idea. Instead, it refers to a planet called Vanna, which is known as the rebel moon. Interestingly, this planet is not even seen in a single shot throughout the entire movie!"

How Rebel Moon's Concept Creates Big Franchise Opportunities

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Initially conceived as Snyder's pitch for his own Star Wars film, Rebel Moon took on a life of its own when it didn't align with Lucasfilm's vision. Embracing it as his own creation, Snyder has since developed a grand universe for the movie. In a similar fashion to Star Wars, Rebel Moon has the potential to expand with multiple planets, each with its own distinct civilization. This allows for future projects to delve into different aspects of the Rebel Moon galaxy. The first film will begin with Balisarius and his forces already in power, offering ample opportunity to explore the events leading up to his rise and the world before his rule.

Similar to Star Wars, Rebel Moon incorporates a variety of advanced technologies that enhance the depth of its world. These technologies include highly intelligent robots and weapons resembling lightsabers. Although the story and setting provide the potential for Snyder to continue exploring this space opera universe for an extended period, it remains uncertain if Rebel Moon will gain enough popularity to warrant the creation of a Star Wars-like franchise. Currently, it appears that Netflix will assess audience interest through two films before fully embracing the possibility of expanding the franchise.