The "Star Wars" spin off on Han Solo is the latest rumor to hit the mill, a year before "The Force Awakens" releases. News of the standalone movie gained momentum when it was announced for a 2016 release, but what's notable is its story arc will overlap with "Star Wars: Episode VII."

A "Star Wars" spin off on Han Solo appears to be the current fan favorite: he was one of the most notable characters in the first trilogy, and the role also catapulted actor Harrison Ford to A-list celebrity status.

When it was announced that standalone spinoff movies were being released between the Star Wars "episodes," the clamor for first releases came with plenty of rumors to boot.

The first "Star Wars" spin off's release date is confirmed on 2016, directed by Gareth Edwards of this year's "Godzilla." Details on the project are scarce, but it's likely the story arc is connected to Episode VII.

The rumors of a Han Solo spinoff is nothing new, but the recent announcement boosted the buzz. A Screen Rant source confided insider info on the first "intermission" movie:

The production's code name will be "Luminac Industrial Goods."

Supposedly taking place at London's Pinewood Studios, "The filming will eventually overlap with some of Star Wars: Episode VIII."

The subject is Han Solo, and according to the rumor, "Aaron Paul is looking to be attached to the first 'Star Wars' spin-off film in some fashion."

"Need for Speed" and "Breaking Bad" actor Aaron Paul bears a striking resemblance to Harrison Ford's Han Solo, but the rumor dismissed him for the role.

The "Star Wars" spin off on Han Solo is but one rumor of a handful; a Boba Fett spin off was previously reported for the 2016 release, with Han Solo slated for 2018. It was also reported the first "Star Wars" spin off was a heist movie, without Han Solo. "Star Wars: Episode VII" has already wrapped principal photography, leaving enough time to realize projects prior to Episode VIII.

"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" releases on theaters December 18, 2015.