Credit: Lucasfilm / Netflix / Inside the MagicThe Star Wars galaxy has always been full of surprises—new heroes, shocking twists, and bold creative risks. But nothing could have prepared fans for the announcement that a rising star from Wednesday is now stepping into a leading role in the saga. Rumors swirled about who might join the expanding universe, and speculation ran wild.
Some expected a veteran actor from another Disney property, and others guessed Marvel crossovers. Few imagined the charm of a breakout performer from Netflix’s gothic hit would be the next big thing in Star Wars.
Disney and Lucasfilm know how to keep fans on edge, and this move proves they’re willing to gamble in unexpected directions. The casting choice may raise eyebrows, but it also signals that Star Wars is ready to keep experimenting, especially as the franchise spreads across streaming, film, and animation.
The State of the Star Wars Galaxy
To understand why this casting matters, you have to look at where Star Wars stands right now. The universe is no longer limited to trilogies on the big screen—it’s become a sprawling story web.
Disney+ has fueled that expansion with series like The Mandalorian, which is already set to leap from streaming into theaters with a full-length movie. Ahsoka gave fans a dose of nostalgia and deepened the lore around the Rebels characters.
Andor proved that mature, slow-burn storytelling could live comfortably under the Star Wars banner. On top of all that, animated projects like The Bad Batch and Tales of the Jedi continue to explore corners of the galaxy that live-action can’t always reach.
Looking ahead, Lucasfilm has a packed slate: a Rey Skywalker-led movie set years after The Rise of Skywalker, James Mangold’s rumored project exploring the dawn of the Jedi, and Dave Filoni’s crossover film that will weave together multiple Disney+ storylines.
In short, the galaxy is expanding at light speed. And now, into the middle of this crowded and ambitious schedule, steps a performer most fans associate with pastel sweaters and werewolf energy rather than lightsabers.
Enter ‘Wednesday’ Star
The actress in question is none other than Emma Myers, who captured hearts as Enid Sinclair on Wednesday. Enid was the colorful counterbalance to Jenna Ortega’s deadpan Wednesday Addams—a bubbly werewolf roommate who brought humor, loyalty, and warmth to a show drenched in gothic shadows.
Myers’ performance made Enid more than comic relief; she became a fan favorite, celebrated for her emotional depth and the way she softened Wednesday’s icy exterior. At only 23, Myers has already proven she can carry big projects.
Beyond Wednesday, she starred in the nearly billion-dollar hit Minecraft: The Movie and the buzzy adaptation A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.
Each role has expanded her range, showing she can be playful, intense, or grounded depending on the moment. With her career on the rise, it was only a matter of time before she landed in a franchise as colossal as Star Wars.
How Emma Fits Into Star Wars
So what exactly is Myers doing in the galaxy far, far away? According to Lucasfilm, she’s joining Season 3 of Star Wars: Visions on Disney+. This animated anthology has quickly become a fan favorite, delivering stand-alone stories told through a variety of global animation styles.
The third season continues that tradition but adds even bigger names to the cast, including Marvel’s Simu Liu, DC’s Karen Fukuhara, and Myers’ Wednesday co-star Steve Buscemi.
Myers’ episode, titled “The Smuggler,” is directed by Masahiko Otsuka. The official logline teases the story of a smuggler desperate for a payday who undertakes a perilous mission to rescue a fugitive from the Empire.
“The Smuggler”
The role Myers will voice hasn’t been fully revealed, but based on promotional art, she’s expected to portray a red-haired girl at the center of the adventure. The character’s name and backstory remain under wraps, which only adds to the intrigue.
Visions is the perfect entry point for Myers. The series thrives on creativity and experimentation, often introducing characters who may never appear again but leave a lasting impression. It allows actors to stretch their voices and personas without the baggage of decades of canon.
For Myers, this means she can step into Star Wars without the crushing weight of fan expectations tied to iconic characters like Luke Skywalker or Rey. Instead, she gets to help bring something entirely new to life.
The Bigger Picture
This casting also shows where Disney wants to steer Star Wars. By pulling in younger, buzzworthy talent like Myers, Lucasfilm is signaling that the franchise isn’t just about nostalgia or recycling old characters. It’s about creating fresh voices that might resonate with new generations of fans.
Pairing her with names from Marvel, DC, and other high-profile projects also demonstrates Disney’s strategy: make Star Wars: Visions feel like a cultural event, not just a side project.
For Myers, this move could be career-defining. Playing Enid gave her a loyal fanbase, but stepping into Star Wars cements her status as someone studios trust to handle major franchises.
Even if her role in Visions is limited to a single episode, it puts her name in conversations about future live-action or animated projects. And if history is any guide, minor characters in Star Wars can sometimes grow into much bigger roles later on.
A Galaxy Ready for the Unexpected
Disney and Lucasfilm have taken their share of risks, and not all of them paid off. Some shows, like The Acolyte, struggled critically and with audiences. Others, like Andor, became instant darlings.
But with Myers stepping into the animated galaxy, Disney is reminding fans that Star Wars is still about discovery. It’s about finding new angles, new voices, and sometimes, the most unlikely heroes.
Will Myers’ role in Visions be a one-off curiosity or the start of something bigger? That’s the question fans are already asking. But one thing’s clear: nobody expected the sunny werewolf from Wednesday to end up in the middle of the Star Wars saga. And yet, here we are.