'Star Wars Episode 8' News & Updates: John Boyega Speaks Up About Rey And Finn Relationship! Are They An Item?

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By Belle Smith , Parent Herald May 15, 06:54 am

There is little doubt that that dynamic between Rey and Finn was one of the greatest things about "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." The chemistry between John Boyega and Daisy Ridley gave "Episode 7" a funny, light-hearted air despite the fact that Rey and Finn are up against insurmountable odds. But is there any chance that the two "Star Wars" lead characters will take their relationship up a notch? John Boyega has a message for Rey and Finn shippers who want to see romance in "Star Wars Episode 8!"

Will Rey And Finn Get Romantic In "Star Wars Episode 8?"

John Boyega recently spoke to Variety, where he was asked if it is possible that Rey and Finn will become an item in "Star Wars Episode 8." The young actor had a clear response: "Finn and Rey - they're just friends."

But is there no possibility that Rey and Finn will ever be in a relationship in "Star Wars Episode 8?" John Boyega chose his answer carefully.

"Finn is a storm trooper, so he doesn't really know what's going on so the romance thing is something that's going to be interesting in the next installment," he explained. John Boyega also added that fans should expect the unexpected in the sequel. "It's not going to go the way you think it's going to go," he said.

Will Finn Get A Girlfriend In "Star Wars Episode 8?"

Although things might not get romantic for Rey and Finn, there is still a possibility that John Boyega's character will meet someone special in "Star Wars Episode 8." TheWrap had previously reported about a new "Episode 8" female lead being tested and that candidates for the role will be chemistry-read with John Boyega. Although the rumors have yet to be confirmed, it looks like the new female lead will have plenty of interactions with Finn.

Will Rey and Finn ever be an item? Or will Finn start a relationship with a completely different girl? The truth will be revealed in "Star Wars Episode 8," which is scheduled for release on December 15, 2017.