Solo: A Star Wars Story Timeline ( Real )

announcement
October 8, 2015

Lucasfilm Announces Solo Movie

Lucasfilm officially announces a new standalone Star Wars movie focusing on the character Han Solo.

production
January 2017

Phil Lord and Christopher Miller Hired as Directors

Phil Lord and Christopher Miller are hired to direct the Solo: A Star Wars Story film.

casting
January 2016

Casting of Alden Ehrenreich as Han Solo

Alden Ehrenreich is cast as the young Han Solo for the movie.

production
February 20, 2017

Production Begins on Solo: A Star Wars Story

Filming officially begins on the Solo: A Star Wars Story movie.

production
June 20, 2017

Directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller Removed

Phil Lord and Christopher Miller are removed from directing duties mid-production due to creative differences.

production
June 22, 2017

Ron Howard Hired to Replace Directors

Ron Howard is hired to replace Phil Lord and Christopher Miller as director for reshoots and completion of the movie.

premiere
May 10, 2018

Solo: A Star Wars Story World Premiere

The world premiere of Solo: A Star Wars Story takes place in Los Angeles.

release
May 25, 2018

Solo: A Star Wars Story Released in Theaters

Solo: A Star Wars Story is released nationwide in theaters.

Solo: A Star Wars Story Timeline ( Fictional )

origin
-13 BBY

Han Solo's Childhood on Corellia

Han Solo spends his early childhood years on the planet Corellia, growing up in a troubled home and dreaming of escaping his circumstances.

escape
-12 BBY

Escape from Corellia

Han Solo escapes Commenor with his friend Qi'ra, embarking on a life of adventure and crime beyond their homeworld.

reunion
-10 BBY

Han and Qi'ra Reunited

Years after their separation, Han Solo and Qi'ra reunite in the criminal underworld of the galaxy, leading to new alliances and complications.

career
-10 BBY

Joining the Crew of the Stolen Freight Ship

Han Solo joins the crew of a smuggling ship, beginning his career as a smuggler and furthering his skills as a pilot and criminal.

mission
-10 BBY

The Kessel Run heist

Han and his crew undertake a dangerous mission to steal coaxium from the spice mines of Kessel, showcasing their daring and teamwork.

acquisition
-10 BBY

Acquisition of the Millennium Falcon

Han Solo wins the Millennium Falcon from Lando Calrissian during a high-stakes sabacc game, obtaining the iconic ship that becomes integral to his future.

escape_action
-10 BBY

Han Solo's Narrow Escape from Enemies

Han successfully escapes Imperial forces and rival criminals, solidifying his reputation as a skilled pilot and survivor.