The Star Wars Sequel Trilogy has one undeniable truth: There was no plan.

This is something we can not change. But there is something that we can change. According to numerous sources, posted below, studio meddling upon the Rise of Skywalker film was rampant in a way that not only damaged the film, but caused great discontent with the films' creators and directors. Through the undeniably sloppy editing and multiple plot holes, the existence of an extended cut of the movie is becoming more and more believable. Now, of course, the validity of these leaks come with a grain of salt, but with all petitions for change, the acknowledgment of such a cut is paramount. For the sake of reputation with one of the largest movie franchises to date, at least some transparency is necessary. The amending to the divide between fans can be fixed. It's all a matter of how the situation is handled. So please, acknowledge the existence of such a cut and release the rightful movie to the rightful audience.

https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsLeaks/comments/ej31oz/rise_of_skywalker_editor_opens_up_on_rushed/

https://www.indiewire.com/2020/01/star-wars-rise-of-skywalker-editor-rushed-production-fan-service-1202199976/

https://cosmicbook.news/abrams-cut-star-wars-skywalker-leaks