Without a doubt, Star Wars has been one of the biggest franchises since its debut in 1977. With 13 theatrical films and over 18 TV shows, few franchises can stand up to it. We all feel deep connections to the characters of Star Wars and the many memorable stories that the franchise has told. However, a few franchises have given Star Wars a run for its money, and two of them are coming in hot with new projects released at the end of 2026.

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