Marvel Comics' flagship Star Wars series is set for a May 2025 relaunch. The new series, following the Battle of Jakku and the conclusion of the Galactic Civil War, depicts Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Leia Organa's efforts to establish the New Republic and restore order to a galaxy in turmoil.

Alex Segura, writer of the Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku miniseries, pens this latest installment. Veteran Star Wars illustrator Phil Noto (Star Wars: Poe Dameron) brings the story to life, with Noto and Leinil Yu contributing cover art for the debut issue.

Segura and Noto's Star Wars unfolds approximately two years post-Return of the Jedi, after the final major conflict between the Empire and Rebel Alliance at Jakku. The nascent New Republic faces challenges as various opportunistic factions exploit the power vacuum.

"Having concluded the Galactic Civil War with the Battle of Jakku, we're venturing into uncharted territory," Segura explained to StarWars.com. "New galactic threats, enemies, and mysteries await our heroes, blending familiar elements with the unexpected. These action-packed stories will feature character moments fans expect, offering fresh perspectives on the galaxy, while ensuring accessibility for new readers. We're incredibly excited."

Noto added, "Alex's storylines and new characters are fantastic, and I'm thrilled to bring them to the page. It's exciting to depict the classic characters in the post-Return of the Jedi era, free from existing film or TV interpretations. I'm creating new looks while referencing the actors from the 80s to maintain the feel of that time period."

Star Wars #1 launches May 7, 2025, coinciding with Star Wars Day celebrations.

This isn't Marvel's only post-Return of the Jedi comic. February sees the debut of Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, exploring Kylo Ren's journey following The Last Jedi. For further updates on the Star Wars franchise, explore what's planned for 2025 and review all currently developing Star Wars films and series.