Filming began in January 2017 at Pinewood Studios under directors and Christopher Miller . Known for The Lego Movie , the duo favored a comedic, improvisational approach that encouraged actors to experiment with dialogue. However, this style clashed severely with screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan , who expected his script to be followed precisely, and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy .
Due to scheduling conflicts from the extended shoot, Michael K. Williams' character was cut and replaced by a new character played by Paul Bettany . Solo A Star Wars Story 2017
Despite the production hurdles, the narrative remained an origin story for the galaxy's most famous smuggler. The film follows a young (Alden Ehrenreich) as he: Filming began in January 2017 at Pinewood Studios
In October 2017, Howard shared a video on Twitter officially announcing the title: Solo: A Star Wars Story . Due to scheduling conflicts from the extended shoot,
By June 2017—with only three weeks of principal photography remaining—Kennedy took the unprecedented step of firing Lord and Miller . The news shocked the cast and sparked intense media speculation about the film's stability. Ron Howard Steps In