Though Ron Howard ultimately received sole directing credit for Solo, as he reportedly reshot about 70% of it, Phil Lord and Chris Miller were still credited as executive producers. As far as it was like on his end to take over helming duties, Howard said:

Ultimately, Howard was taken in as a hired gun who re-shot most of the film. While the result didn't fully appeal to fans, Solo is not a bad movie. It just feels like it lacks dramatic depth. This could have been the result of Lucas' early advice to Howard when he was being considered as a frontrunner to direct the movie:

Solo: A Star Wars Story director Ron Howard has talked candidly about taking over the movie from Phil Lord and Chris Miller, and suggests he was dissatisfied with the end product despite having fun on set.