Daisy Ridley opens up about her upcoming film We Bury the Dead, her next Star Wars-linked project involving Han Solo, and the movie that defined her 2025.
December 28, 2025: After years of balancing blockbuster fame with carefully chosen projects, Daisy Ridley is entering what may be her most creatively confident chapter yet. With her upcoming film We Bury the Dead, a surprising new project tied to the Star Wars universe, and a standout favorite movie of 2025, Ridley is clearly reshaping how audiences see her.
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A Dark Turn With We Bury the Dead
Ridley’s next release, We Bury the Dead, marks a sharp tonal shift from the galaxy far, far away. The film leans into emotional intensity and moral ambiguity, exploring grief, survival, and the cost of memory in a broken world. For Ridley, the project represents a deliberate move toward stories that feel grounded, unsettling, and deeply human.
It’s the kind of role that trades spectacle for substance — and it suits her.
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Another Trip Into Star Wars Territory
Adding to the intrigue, Ridley has also confirmed she’s attached to a new project connected to the Star Wars legacy — one that brings her into the orbit of Han Solo once again. While details remain tightly guarded, the announcement alone has reignited fan excitement and speculation.
Whether it’s a full-scale return or a strategic cameo, the move signals that Ridley isn’t done redefining her place in the franchise — she’s simply approaching it on her own terms this time.
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Her Favorite Film of 2025
Away from her own projects, Ridley revealed that one particular film stood out to her this year — praising its storytelling, emotional depth, and bold creative risks. While she didn’t frame it as a typical awards contender, she described it as the kind of movie that reminds actors why they fell in love with cinema in the first place.
It’s a telling choice from an actress clearly prioritizing craft over spectacle.
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A Career Rewritten, Not Repeated
Rather than chasing nostalgia or franchise comfort, Daisy Ridley appears focused on balance — honoring where she came from while refusing to be defined by it. Between We Bury the Dead, her next Star Wars-linked role, and her outspoken love for meaningful cinema, 2025 feels less like a comeback and more like a recalibration.
One thing is certain: Daisy Ridley is no longer just returning to the screen — she’s curating her legacy.
Published by HOLR Magazine