Disney Sets May 2019 Release Date For New 'Star Wars' Film
LOS ANGELES (AP) — "Star Wars: Episode IX" is coming to theaters on May 24, 2019.
The Walt Disney Co. on Tuesday announced the summer date for the Colin Trevorrow-directed "Star Wars," as well as release dates for "Indiana Jones" and the live-action "Lion King."
Star Wars: #EpisodeIX and Next @IndianaJones Get Release Dates. https://t.co/bfNInk9HbR pic.twitter.com/gSzvu7EE8f
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The fifth "Indiana Jones" film is set to arrive in theaters on July 10, 2020, with Steven Spielberg returning as director along with star Harrison Ford.
Director Jon Favreau's live-action "Lion King" is expected debut on July 19, 2019.
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