(known internationally as Solo: A Star Wars Story ) is a 2018 space Western film that explores the early years of the galaxy’s most famous smuggler. Directed by Ron Howard , it serves as an origin story, detailing how a young, reckless pilot from Corellia became the iconic hero of the original trilogy. Plot Summary

While critics generally praised the cast—particularly Ehrenreich and Glover—and the high-octane action sequences, the film was a box-office disappointment, grossing worldwide. It was the first Star Wars film to be considered a "box office bomb," with analysts citing "Star Wars fatigue" and a crowded summer release window as contributing factors. Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb

The film had a notoriously troubled production; original directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller were fired mid-filming due to creative differences with Lucasfilm, leading to Ron Howard stepping in for significant reshoots. With a budget nearing , it is one of the most expensive films ever made.