What is the point of Rogue One? Is Rogue One a standalone movie?

Rogue One, directed by Gareth Edwards, is a 2016 American epic space opera film. From a story by John Knoll and Gary Whitta, Chris Weitz and Tony Gilroy wrote the screenplay. It is the first instalment in the Star Wars anthology series, and it serves as a direct sequel to Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977).

This pivotal moment in the Star Wars timeline brings together ordinary people who choose to perform exceptional things, so becoming a part of something bigger than themselves. The film will be released in December 2016

What is the point of Rogue One?

The story revolves around a gang of rebels who get together to steal the designs for the Death Star, the Empire’s greatest weapon. The film also tells the story of the Rebel Alliance’s first successful battle against the Empire, which was initially mentioned in the opening crawl of A New Hope.

Is Rogue One a standalone movie?

“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is the first standalone Star Wars film in the Star Wars universe,” according to the press release.