Favreau? Filoni? Feige? Here's what insiders are saying about who will — and should — become Disney's new Star Wars emperor: "There is no credible alternative."

No, really, because it’s kind of a thankless job. Of course, the intergalactic franchise is sacrosanct as a cultural institution, so the president of Lucasfilm — home to “Star Wars” and “Indiana Jones” — has one of the most prestigious posts in Hollywood.

After the departure of George Lucas post-Disney's acquisition of Lucasfilm in 2012, Kennedy helped usher in a new era for Star Wars – including a sequel trilogy and the franchise's major presence on Disney Plus, led by hits such as The Mandalorian and Andor.