How Big Will Disney's 'Rogue One' Be?

Disney plans to release a Star Wars film annually until 2020, alternating between traditional trilogies and standalone films. Rogue One, a standalone film, is expected to perform well financially, though not as spectacularly as The Force Awakens. Disney is managing expectations for merchandise sales, anticipating a decline due to new characters and plotlines. Future projects include a Han Solo film. The strategy is compared to Marvel's successful approach to superhero films.

What is the planned number of films in the Star Wars series mentioned in the text?

What is the expected worldwide gross for the movie mentioned in the text?

What challenges does Disney face in terms of merchandise sales compared to the previous film?

What strategies does Disney have to keep the Star Wars stories fresh?

How does the text describe the tone of the new film?