Jones talked about taking the role in a wide-ranging chat with Collider’sPerri Nemirofffor a recent episode ofCollider Ladies Night.

So, it was such a no-brainer.

It wasn’t a compromise.

Jyn Erso looking to the distance in Rogue One

Image via Lucasfilm

Back in the day, you’d read scripts, and the female part would be such a yawn.

You’d think, ‘God, is there any point doing that?’

But withRogue One, it was like, ‘Oh yeah, definitely!

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What Is ‘Rogue One’ About?

She is next slated to appear in the dramaTrain Dreams, withJoel Edgerton; the holiday comedyOh.

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Fun., withMichelle PfeifferandChloe Grace Moretz; and the fantasy100 Nights of Hero, withNicholas GalitzineandEmma Corrin.

Rogue Onecan be streamed on Disney+.

Stay tuned to Collider for future updates and don’t missJones’ full episode of Ladies Night!

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Rogue One: A Star Wars Story