X-Men' writer Simon Kinberg has been tapped to write and produce a new trilogy of 'Star Wars' films for Lucasfilm.

The films are being written and developed by Simon Kinberg. He worked as a writer on Star Wars: Rebels, but is more notable as one of the key figures behind the X-Men movies.

Lucasfilm and Simon Kinberg have reportedly closed a deal for the filmmaker to create a new “Star Wars” trilogy. Simon Kinberg Developing ‘Star Wars’ Trilogy According to some Deadline sources, the trilogy will be episodes 10,

Lucasfilm also hinted at additional 'Star Wars' projects on the horizon, promising more adventures in the beloved galaxy far, far away.

LOS ANGELES – It’s off to space for Disney once more. Lucasfilm is developing a new “Star Wars” trilogy. This was reported by sources from Deadline, who say the multi-billion dollar company closed a deal with Simon Kinberg to write and produce the new series.

Lucasfilm is finally returning to a galaxy far, far away with development on a new "Star Wars" trilogy from "X-Men" alum Simon Kinberg.

New 'The Acolyte' trailer for May the 4th, plus 'Star Wars' movies, TV shows in the works. But several "Star Wars" films have been announced that are in various stages of developm