"You carry a Jedi weapon, but you are no Jedi." Disney+ has revealed a behind-the-scenes featurette for the Star Wars series called The Acolyte, which will start streaming in June. Showrun by Bachelorette and "Russian Doll" creator Leslye Headland. At the end of the High Republic era in a time of "shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers", approximately 100 years before The Phantom Menace. A former Padawan reunites with her Jedi Master to investigate a series of crimes against Jedi, but the forces they confront are more sinister than they ever anticipated. This series stars Amandla Stenberg as Mae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Charlie Barnett, Margarita Levieva, Dean-Charles Chapman, Carrie-Anne Moss as Jedi master Indara, and Joonas Suotamo as Wookiee Jedi master Kelnacca. This video focuses on talented Korean actor Lee Jung-jae as Jedi master Sol (who they all refer to as "JJ"). His appearance in...
- 5/22/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Continuing its legacy of being the gift that keeps on giving, Star Wars introduces another gem to its vast universe with Star Wars: The Acolyte. Among its countless attractions, the show has particularly piqued audience interest for one standout feature, the introduction of a new Wookiee character who happens to be a Jedi.
Star Wars: The Acolyte | Disney
As the character’s first glimpse is revealed, one hilarious burning question clouds the minds of the fans, why does Chewbacca prefer going au naturel while this Wookiee Jedi rocks a striking ensemble?
Meet The Wookiee Jedi in Star Wars’ Latest Offering, The Acolyte
In a groundbreaking moment for the Star Wars universe, the upcoming series The Acolyte will debut the first-ever live-action portrayal of a Wookiee Jedi wielding a lightsaber. Say hello to Kelnacca, a fresh addition to the galaxy’s roster of characters.
SUGGESTEDLeslye Headland Admits One Writer of The...
Star Wars: The Acolyte | Disney
As the character’s first glimpse is revealed, one hilarious burning question clouds the minds of the fans, why does Chewbacca prefer going au naturel while this Wookiee Jedi rocks a striking ensemble?
Meet The Wookiee Jedi in Star Wars’ Latest Offering, The Acolyte
In a groundbreaking moment for the Star Wars universe, the upcoming series The Acolyte will debut the first-ever live-action portrayal of a Wookiee Jedi wielding a lightsaber. Say hello to Kelnacca, a fresh addition to the galaxy’s roster of characters.
SUGGESTEDLeslye Headland Admits One Writer of The...
- 5/19/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
New Trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ Reveals Epic Clash of Light & Dark During High Republic Era
Get Ready for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ – the Most Anticipated Addition to the Galaxy Far, Far Away! This groundbreaking live-action series explores the uncharted territory of the High Republic era, offering a unique perspective where the Jedi are not always the heroes.
Drawing inspiration from genres like Samurai and Wuxia, this show promises a thrilling blend of action reminiscent of ‘Frozen meets Kill Bill.’
A fresh trailer just came out, revealing a grim reality: Jedi are under attack and hunted across the Galaxy. It hints that the Jedi order might not be as noble as it seems, echoing themes from the original trilogy.
Mae, the protagonist, faces a tough dilemma between personal freedom and destiny. She seems destined to challenge the status quo and restore balance. The trailer also introduces a mysterious dark force user. Watch the trailer for yourself below.
The upcoming project features Amandla Stenberg as Mae, a...
Drawing inspiration from genres like Samurai and Wuxia, this show promises a thrilling blend of action reminiscent of ‘Frozen meets Kill Bill.’
A fresh trailer just came out, revealing a grim reality: Jedi are under attack and hunted across the Galaxy. It hints that the Jedi order might not be as noble as it seems, echoing themes from the original trilogy.
Mae, the protagonist, faces a tough dilemma between personal freedom and destiny. She seems destined to challenge the status quo and restore balance. The trailer also introduces a mysterious dark force user. Watch the trailer for yourself below.
The upcoming project features Amandla Stenberg as Mae, a...
- 5/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is the next most anticipated thing in the Star Wars universe. This is the first live-action show set in the High Republic era, and it’s groundbreaking because it will “sort of” portray the Jedi as the bad guys, due to them being an overwhelming systemic force in that specific time period.
The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it has a lot of influences from Samurai and Wuxia films, which will lead to some very promising action scenes.
A new trailer for the show recently dropped, and we can see that everything starts with the fact that Jedi are getting hunted and murdered across the Galaxy. There are insinuations that the Jedi order is not all pleasant as it would be supposed to be and their dominance is rotten to the core, something we’ve learned during the original trilogy as well.
The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it has a lot of influences from Samurai and Wuxia films, which will lead to some very promising action scenes.
A new trailer for the show recently dropped, and we can see that everything starts with the fact that Jedi are getting hunted and murdered across the Galaxy. There are insinuations that the Jedi order is not all pleasant as it would be supposed to be and their dominance is rotten to the core, something we’ve learned during the original trilogy as well.
- 5/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
"She was my student, I trained her. Let me be the one to bring her in." Whoa! For May the 4th this year, Disney has revealed a second trailer for their next new Star Wars series titled The Acolyte, debuting in June this summer. (View the first trailer here.) The Acolyte is spearheaded by Bachelorette and "Russian Doll" creator Leslye Headland – who is directing & showrunning this series. An investigation into a crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master against a dangerous warrior from his past. The Acolyte is set at the end of the High Republic era in a world of "shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers", approximately 100 years before Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999). A former Padawan reunites with her Jedi Master to investigate a series of crimes against Jedi, but the forces they confront are more sinister than they ever anticipated. Starring Amandla Stenberg as Mae,...
- 5/4/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Top 20 Silliest May the 4th Be with You Jokes for Every Star Wars Fan - Main Image
Around the world, avid Star Wars fans celebrate every May 4. They call this day May the Fourth Be With You after the tagline "May the force be with you." If you are celebrating today, here are some May the Fourth Be With You jokes worth sharing.
Best May the Fourth Be with You Jokes to Tell Star Wars Fans
We've collected the best May the Fourth Be With You jokes to share with your family and friends. Here are some of the best ones we've found:
1. Q: Did you hear that your local KFC will celebrate Star Wars Day on May 4th with an Anakin special?
A: It's an extra crispy chicken with no legs and only one wing.
2. Q: What happens if you celebrate Star Wars Day too hard tonight?
A: Watch...
Around the world, avid Star Wars fans celebrate every May 4. They call this day May the Fourth Be With You after the tagline "May the force be with you." If you are celebrating today, here are some May the Fourth Be With You jokes worth sharing.
Best May the Fourth Be with You Jokes to Tell Star Wars Fans
We've collected the best May the Fourth Be With You jokes to share with your family and friends. Here are some of the best ones we've found:
1. Q: Did you hear that your local KFC will celebrate Star Wars Day on May 4th with an Anakin special?
A: It's an extra crispy chicken with no legs and only one wing.
2. Q: What happens if you celebrate Star Wars Day too hard tonight?
A: Watch...
- 5/4/2024
- EpicStream
20 Most Iconic Star Wars Characters of All Time - Main Image
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
When Star Wars debuted with A New Hope in 1977, it set the stage for a galaxy rich with complex characters, grand adventures, and epic battles. Over the decades, the franchise has introduced us to unforgettable characters that have captured our hearts, so narrowing it down to only 20 was challenging.
From droids to humans, these iconic characters have helped shape Star Wars into the ever-expanding universe it is today.
20. Jyn Erso
The courageous rebel from Rogue One who spearheaded the Rebel Alliance's mission to steal the Death Star plans. Daughter of the Death Star's architect, Jyn Erso's journey from outlaw to hero is a key chapter in the rebellion's history.
19. Ezra Bridger
The force-sensitive orphan from the animated series Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger, epitomises hope and resilience in a time of darkness. As he discovers his connection to the Force,...
- 5/2/2024
- EpicStream
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is an upcoming TV show created for Disney+ and a part of a Star Wars franchise. The show has been discussed since 2019, the premiere of ‘The Rise of the Skywalker’ when Leslye Headland expressed interest in the franchise as a massive fan.
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects. Recently, a new trailer for the show dropped and over the course of numerous interviews, Headland revealed what fans can expect. If you don’t have time to comb through hours of text, we’ve summarized everything for you in this neat guide.
‘The Acolyte’ takes place during the High Republic Era, and focuses on bad...
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects. Recently, a new trailer for the show dropped and over the course of numerous interviews, Headland revealed what fans can expect. If you don’t have time to comb through hours of text, we’ve summarized everything for you in this neat guide.
‘The Acolyte’ takes place during the High Republic Era, and focuses on bad...
- 4/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is a new TV series coming to Disney+, part of the Star Wars universe. The idea was first talked about in 2019, after Leslye Headland, a big Star Wars fan, showed interest.
In April 2020, it was confirmed that Headland would be in charge of the show, focusing on female characters. Now, with a new trailer out and several interviews, Headland has shared some details about what viewers can look forward to. If you want a quick overview, we’ve got you covered right here.
‘The Acolyte’ is set in the High Republic Era, shining a spotlight on the darker side of the story
‘The Acolyte’ marks the first live-action TV series centered on the High Republic Era, and the second overall. It’s officially set during the later years of the High Republic Era, occurring a century before the events of ‘Episode I: The Phantom Menace.’ This era,...
In April 2020, it was confirmed that Headland would be in charge of the show, focusing on female characters. Now, with a new trailer out and several interviews, Headland has shared some details about what viewers can look forward to. If you want a quick overview, we’ve got you covered right here.
‘The Acolyte’ is set in the High Republic Era, shining a spotlight on the darker side of the story
‘The Acolyte’ marks the first live-action TV series centered on the High Republic Era, and the second overall. It’s officially set during the later years of the High Republic Era, occurring a century before the events of ‘Episode I: The Phantom Menace.’ This era,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
There are some interesting mysteries in the "Star Wars" franchise. For example, what the heck is M-Count? How did the Millennium Falcon make the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs when a parsec is a unit of measurement, not time? And why does Chewbacca tilt his head to the side so often, particularly when he hears something that might be confusing? It's a movement reminiscent of one that dogs make when they hear something interesting and are trying to parse it out, tilting their heads from side to side in curiosity, so one might think that's it. After all, Chewie even has the luscious locks of an Irish Setter and a nose reminiscent of a Pekingese, so it would make sense.
Sadly, Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew died in 2019 at the age of 74, but before he passed away he shared a tiny tidbit about Chewie's classic head tilt, and it turns...
Sadly, Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew died in 2019 at the age of 74, but before he passed away he shared a tiny tidbit about Chewie's classic head tilt, and it turns...
- 4/21/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is the next most anticipated thing in the Star Wars universe. This is the first live-action show set in the High Republic era, and it’s groundbreaking because it will “sort of” portray the Jedi as the bad guys, due to them being an overwhelming systemic force in that specific time period.
We’ve learned a lot about the show in the past few weeks since the trailer dropped. Most about its influences. The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it has a lot of influences from Samurai and Wuxia films, which will lead to some very promising action scenes.
Now a lot of fans never really checked out the rest of the Star Wars beyond just live-action films and shows, as Leslye Headland also explained that High Republic books were a major influence, even adapting some characters to the big screen.
Now Amandla Stenberg,...
We’ve learned a lot about the show in the past few weeks since the trailer dropped. Most about its influences. The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it has a lot of influences from Samurai and Wuxia films, which will lead to some very promising action scenes.
Now a lot of fans never really checked out the rest of the Star Wars beyond just live-action films and shows, as Leslye Headland also explained that High Republic books were a major influence, even adapting some characters to the big screen.
Now Amandla Stenberg,...
- 4/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Star Wars’ most legendary Wookiee, Chewbacca, is many things – a loyal friend, a stellar co-pilot, a great shot, and a guilty devourer of Porgs, among others. But he’s not exactly Jedi material. His impulsiveness and propensity for guttural growls are two of the reasons he’s so beloved by fans – even though those traits are hardly the Jedi way. But in The Acolyte, for the first time in live-action, Star Wars will bring us a lightsaber-wielding Wookiee Jedi in full flow. Meet Kelnacca, an all-new walking carpet, and “another Star Wars dream come true” for actor Joonas Suotamo – the man who picked up the Chewie baton from Peter Mayhew on the sequel trilogy and Solo.
“Ever since [I was] five years old, I've been fantasising about being a Jedi, like every kid,” Suotamo tells Empire. “When the word ‘Jedi’ was first mentioned [in talks for The Acolyte], I felt really excited – like a little kid who...
“Ever since [I was] five years old, I've been fantasising about being a Jedi, like every kid,” Suotamo tells Empire. “When the word ‘Jedi’ was first mentioned [in talks for The Acolyte], I felt really excited – like a little kid who...
- 4/8/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
Every Star Wars film begins with that iconic line of text: a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. But on screen, the furthest back audiences have ever gone is the earliest days of the Skywalker Saga in Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Until now. Incoming series The Acolyte is an all-new adventure set in George Lucas’ universe, turning the clock back 100 years before Episode I to unspool a mystery offering fresh insight into the Jedi, the Sith, and everything in between. It’s packed with brand new heroes, bursting with martial-arts action, and – most importantly – will stick a lightsaber in the hands (paws?) of a Wookiee. The Acolyte is about to excavate an undiscovered chapter in Star Wars history – get ready to experience an even longer time ago in a galaxy far, far away.
The new issue of Empire is a world-exclusive deep-dive into Star Wars’ boldest...
The new issue of Empire is a world-exclusive deep-dive into Star Wars’ boldest...
- 4/4/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
A few weeks back, they released the trailer for the highly awaited ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’, giving us a glimpse of the setting and characters. Though the plot remains largely unknown, fans are thrilled that it’s set in the High Republic Era, a first for live-action.
Despite this unique backdrop, ‘The Acolyte’ is the second show to explore this era, following ‘Young Jedi Adventures’, which recently concluded. Judging from Headland’s comments, ‘Acolyte’ promises to be different from what we anticipate. She described it as a mix of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
Besides the setting, what really catches attention in the show are its characters. Headland admitted that some characters are original while others, like Vernerstra Rwoh, were lifted straight from the books.
The cast for the upcoming project includes Amandla Stenberg playing Mae, a former padawan turned warrior; Lee Jung-Jae as Sol,...
Despite this unique backdrop, ‘The Acolyte’ is the second show to explore this era, following ‘Young Jedi Adventures’, which recently concluded. Judging from Headland’s comments, ‘Acolyte’ promises to be different from what we anticipate. She described it as a mix of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
Besides the setting, what really catches attention in the show are its characters. Headland admitted that some characters are original while others, like Vernerstra Rwoh, were lifted straight from the books.
The cast for the upcoming project includes Amandla Stenberg playing Mae, a former padawan turned warrior; Lee Jung-Jae as Sol,...
- 4/2/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Last week, the trailer for the highly-anticipated ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released, giving us a glimpse of the setting and characters. While the plot remains mostly mysterious, fans are thrilled that ‘The Acolyte’ will explore the High Republic Era, a new frontier for live-action storytelling in the franchise.
Despite this unique setting, ‘The Acolyte’ marks only the second show set in this era, following the conclusion of ‘Young Jedi Adventures.’ From what Headland has shared, ‘Acolyte’ promises to offer a fresh perspective. She has described it as a blend of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
As a big Star Wars fan since her teenage years, it’s no wonder she found inspiration from the Star Wars Expanded Universe. One notable character drawn from the High Republic book series. From the beginning, Headland made it clear that her show would shake up the traditional Jedi narrative,...
Despite this unique setting, ‘The Acolyte’ marks only the second show set in this era, following the conclusion of ‘Young Jedi Adventures.’ From what Headland has shared, ‘Acolyte’ promises to offer a fresh perspective. She has described it as a blend of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
As a big Star Wars fan since her teenage years, it’s no wonder she found inspiration from the Star Wars Expanded Universe. One notable character drawn from the High Republic book series. From the beginning, Headland made it clear that her show would shake up the traditional Jedi narrative,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Disney is giving us a blast from the past with its next entry in the Star Wars series, as showrunner Leslye Headland (Russian Doll) takes us back to the golden age of the High Republic. Going back further on the timeline than live-action Star Wars has before, The Acolyte takes place at the height of the Jedi Order’s power, 100 years before Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon Jinn blundered their trade negotiations in The Phantom Menace.
With a largely new cast, the first trailer for The Acolyte gave us a look at Amandla Stenberg‘s rogue warrior Mae, The Matrix’s Carrie-Anne Moss and Squid Game‘s Lee Jung-jae as Jedi Masters, and Solo’s Joonas Suotamo playing the Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca. But despite the many Jedi in the story, Headland has said that the show also tackles the story of the Sith and how they managed to infiltrate and corrupt the Republic and the Jedi Order.
With a largely new cast, the first trailer for The Acolyte gave us a look at Amandla Stenberg‘s rogue warrior Mae, The Matrix’s Carrie-Anne Moss and Squid Game‘s Lee Jung-jae as Jedi Masters, and Solo’s Joonas Suotamo playing the Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca. But despite the many Jedi in the story, Headland has said that the show also tackles the story of the Sith and how they managed to infiltrate and corrupt the Republic and the Jedi Order.
- 3/21/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
On Tuesday, a trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released, offering a first look at the characters and the setting in the High Republic era. ‘The Acolyte’ is the first live-action show set during this period and the second overall, following ‘Young Jedi Adventures.’
Despite the show’s lengthy development process, the trailer generated significant excitement among fans. In fact, it broke a record. Within its first 24 hours, the trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ amassed a remarkable 51.3 million views, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series such as ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced key characters and showcased plenty of action expected in the show. Creator Leslye Headland explained that the series draws inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films, originally pitching it as “Frozen meets Kill Bill.”
The cast includes Amandla Stenberg as Mae,...
Despite the show’s lengthy development process, the trailer generated significant excitement among fans. In fact, it broke a record. Within its first 24 hours, the trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ amassed a remarkable 51.3 million views, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series such as ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced key characters and showcased plenty of action expected in the show. Creator Leslye Headland explained that the series draws inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films, originally pitching it as “Frozen meets Kill Bill.”
The cast includes Amandla Stenberg as Mae,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
On Tuesday, a trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released and we’ve got a first look at the characters and the High Republic setting. ‘The Acolyte’ is the first live-action show to take place during this time period and the second show overall (the first one was ‘Young Jedi Adventures’).
Despite the long development of the show, the trailer got fans excited, so excited in fact that the show already broke one record. The trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ received a staggering 51.3 million views within its first 24 hours, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series like ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced notable characters to appear in the show as well as showcased plenty of action to be expected, the creator, Leslye Headland explained that the show was...
Despite the long development of the show, the trailer got fans excited, so excited in fact that the show already broke one record. The trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ received a staggering 51.3 million views within its first 24 hours, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series like ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced notable characters to appear in the show as well as showcased plenty of action to be expected, the creator, Leslye Headland explained that the show was...
- 3/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
On Tuesday, StarWars.com released the trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series “The Acolyte.” The mystery series looks to be something a little different for the “Star Wars” universe – a Jedi detective story set in a galaxy far, far away with some high-flying martial arts action.
“The Acolyte” follows respected a Jedi Master named Sol (Emmy Award-winning “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae) and Mae (“Bodies Bodies Bodies” star Amandla Stenberg), his former Padawan who’s grown up to become a dangerous, non-Jedi warrior, as they team up to investigate a crime spree. They uncover sinister secrets about how the world really works. “This isn’t about good or bad,” a character played by Jodie Turner-Smith warns. “This is about power, and who is allowed to use it.”
In addition to Lee, Stenberg, and Turner-Smith, the cast includes Manny Jacinto (“The Good Place”), Dafne Keen (“Logan”), Charlie Barnett (“Russian Doll”), Rebecca Henderson...
“The Acolyte” follows respected a Jedi Master named Sol (Emmy Award-winning “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae) and Mae (“Bodies Bodies Bodies” star Amandla Stenberg), his former Padawan who’s grown up to become a dangerous, non-Jedi warrior, as they team up to investigate a crime spree. They uncover sinister secrets about how the world really works. “This isn’t about good or bad,” a character played by Jodie Turner-Smith warns. “This is about power, and who is allowed to use it.”
In addition to Lee, Stenberg, and Turner-Smith, the cast includes Manny Jacinto (“The Good Place”), Dafne Keen (“Logan”), Charlie Barnett (“Russian Doll”), Rebecca Henderson...
- 3/19/2024
- by Liam Mathews
- Gold Derby
‘The Acolyte’ is an upcoming television series set in the Star Wars universe, created by Leslye Headland. It takes place at the end of the High Republic era, before the events of the main Star Wars films. Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae are starring in the leading roles. Headland’s interest in the Star Wars franchise began in 2019, and she started developing the series for Lucasfilm in April 2020. The title was announced in December, and filming took place from October 2022 to June 2023. The eight-episode series is set to premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024.
Today the first trailer for the show was released and we got the first look at the exciting roster of characters.
Mae is portrayed by Amandla Stenberg, a padawan turned dangerous warrior.
Mae gets swept up into a sinister mystery—one that puts her into the center of a conflict in unexpected ways.
Star Wars databank
Played by Lee Jung-jae,...
Today the first trailer for the show was released and we got the first look at the exciting roster of characters.
Mae is portrayed by Amandla Stenberg, a padawan turned dangerous warrior.
Mae gets swept up into a sinister mystery—one that puts her into the center of a conflict in unexpected ways.
Star Wars databank
Played by Lee Jung-jae,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
After a series of major announcements recently, Disney’s new Star Wars project, The Acolyte, has fans excited in more ways than one. The series has been confirmed to premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024 with two episodes released on the same day, and as fans are warming up for this highly anticipated series, the House of the Mouse just released the first official trailer for the series.
The Acolyte will take us back to the High Republic, approximately 100 years before The Phantom Menace, and will explore a period of the franchise’s history that has not been explored on the screen until now. The series has been described as “a mystery-thriller that will take the audience into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers in the final days of the High Republic era.” The trailer that has just been released affirms this description:
The series will significantly...
The Acolyte will take us back to the High Republic, approximately 100 years before The Phantom Menace, and will explore a period of the franchise’s history that has not been explored on the screen until now. The series has been described as “a mystery-thriller that will take the audience into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers in the final days of the High Republic era.” The trailer that has just been released affirms this description:
The series will significantly...
- 3/19/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
It's now been five years since Lucasfilm and parent company Disney made a new "Star Wars" film. Instead, stories about that galaxy far, far away have been chronicled in Disney+ TV shows and in a multimedia project of books and comics that you might not even be aware of: "Star Wars: The High Republic."
Set a few centuries before the Skywalker Saga begins in "The Phantom Menace" (returning to theaters this May), "The High Republic" is so named because it follows the Republic and the Jedi Order at the height of their powers. The Sith are in hiding, believed to have been vanquished, and the Jedi instead face a pirate horde called the Nihil.
These two modes of "Star Wars" storytelling combine in "The Acolyte," a new Disney+ series set during the High Republic era. We at /Film previously saw series footage at the 2023 "Star Wars" celebration (where creators of...
Set a few centuries before the Skywalker Saga begins in "The Phantom Menace" (returning to theaters this May), "The High Republic" is so named because it follows the Republic and the Jedi Order at the height of their powers. The Sith are in hiding, believed to have been vanquished, and the Jedi instead face a pirate horde called the Nihil.
These two modes of "Star Wars" storytelling combine in "The Acolyte," a new Disney+ series set during the High Republic era. We at /Film previously saw series footage at the 2023 "Star Wars" celebration (where creators of...
- 3/19/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
It’s been a few months now since we last got live-action Star Wars – and while The Bad Batch’s third season continues to hurtle towards its grand finale, in a post-Ahsoka world all eyes are on the long-awaited and much-mysterious new show The Acolyte, coming to Disney+ later this year. And now, not only do we know exactly when it’s due to arrive, but we have a tantalising teaser poster too – promising a dark and dangerous delve into a period of the Star Wars galaxy that remains largely unexplored. All signs point to this one being bloody brilliant. Speaking of which, that poster:
Blimey. No messing around there. With what little we know of The Acolyte pointing towards a resurgence in the dark side amid a time of bounteous Jedi, this poster says it all – a bloodied lightsaber, a shock of red akin to an igniting Sith blade,...
Blimey. No messing around there. With what little we know of The Acolyte pointing towards a resurgence in the dark side amid a time of bounteous Jedi, this poster says it all – a bloodied lightsaber, a shock of red akin to an igniting Sith blade,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
Who can be a Jedi? The "Star Wars" franchise has changed this answer over the years. We've gone from a select few bloodlines who are predetermined to be Force-sensitive at birth, to everyone being able to use the Force if they train hard enough. In the original trilogy we mostly just saw humans being able to wield lightsabers and use the Force — the sole exception being Yoda. It wasn't until the prequels that we started seeing all sorts of creatures and aliens as Jedi — characters with multiple arms, with tentacles on their face, and other cool alien features who were all part of the Order.
In recent, years with the High Republic (and the "Clone Wars" cartoon) titles, we've also got canonical Wookiee Jedi, finally giving us a Jedi that can as easily cut down a droid battalion as he is to rip it to shreds with its claws. Wookiees...
In recent, years with the High Republic (and the "Clone Wars" cartoon) titles, we've also got canonical Wookiee Jedi, finally giving us a Jedi that can as easily cut down a droid battalion as he is to rip it to shreds with its claws. Wookiees...
- 2/4/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
In director J.J. Abrams' 2019 film "Star Wars: Episode IX -- The Rise of Skywalker," heroes Rey (Daisy Ridley), Finn (John Boyega), and Poe (Oscar Isaac) are searching for something called a Sith Wayfinder, a widget that would allow them to locate a hidden planet called Exogol: the place where the evil Emperor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) is hiding out and building a fleet of warships. To find the Wayfinder, however, the heroes must first decipher some runes written in an ancient, forbidden Sith language etched onto the Blade of Ochi. Their translation droid C-3Po (Anthony Daniels) can translate the runes, but the information about the Sith language is embedded deep within his programming, and to extract it, a droid expert named Babu Frik has to wipe out C-3Po's memory entirely.
This was not the first time C-3Po's memory had been wiped. At the end of the 2005 film...
This was not the first time C-3Po's memory had been wiped. At the end of the 2005 film...
- 1/2/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
While Luke the mighty Jedi, Han the rogueish smuggler, and Leia the badass princess get all the attention, Chewbacca has long been the unsung hero of the "Star Wars" universe. Easily mistaken for a furry mascot, Chewbacca is the best friend you can ask for, the best co-pilot, and also one of the strongest fighters in the franchise.
Unfortunately, most of Chewbacca's lore has been told outside of the movies, like the best-forgotten "Star Wars Holiday Special" introducing Chewbacca's family and their holiday traditions, or the Expanded Universe books introducing the idea of Chewie owing Han a life debt. This means that a lot of people know rather little about him or the Wookiees.
Like so many elements of the galaxy far, far away, Chewbacca's life and general Wookiee culture only come into the picture and become important if and when a particular author decides it is important. That's the...
Unfortunately, most of Chewbacca's lore has been told outside of the movies, like the best-forgotten "Star Wars Holiday Special" introducing Chewbacca's family and their holiday traditions, or the Expanded Universe books introducing the idea of Chewie owing Han a life debt. This means that a lot of people know rather little about him or the Wookiees.
Like so many elements of the galaxy far, far away, Chewbacca's life and general Wookiee culture only come into the picture and become important if and when a particular author decides it is important. That's the...
- 12/31/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
There's long been this narrative that some "Star Wars" fans are mad that "The Force Awakens" threw out George Lucas's ideas for the continuation of the Skywalker Saga and that it doesn't really have anything to do with him. And while there was a version of the stories from George Lucas' blueprint that would have delved deeper into the Whills and midi-chlorians, the brunt of ideas that we were presented with in the sequel trilogy came right from Lucas' brain. From Luke's turn from the Force to the character of Rey and many points in between, "The Force Awakens" is a mirrored reflection of many of George Lucas' early ideas going straight back to the early drafts of the screenplay for "A New Hope."
Read more: The Best Star Wars Books Ever Written
It's Like Poetry, It Rhymes.
The biggest clue that "The Force Awakens" fits neatly in the...
Read more: The Best Star Wars Books Ever Written
It's Like Poetry, It Rhymes.
The biggest clue that "The Force Awakens" fits neatly in the...
- 12/7/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Moments before the climactic duel of 2017's "Star Wars: Episode VIII -- The Last Jedi," Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) arrives in a cave that's holding the last vestiges of the Resistance. Their leader, his sister Leia (Carrie Fisher), is among them, and Luke gives her a gift that goes unexplained: a set of gold-plated dice with unique symbols on them. In a moment heavy with the weight of final farewells, this little grace note, as well as Luke's line that "no one's ever really gone," shines particularly bright.
Luke leaves Leia, sacrificing himself to give the Resistance enough time to flee the planet of Crait. His plan, to distract his villainous nephew (and Leia's son) Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), proves successful -- a vast array of laser beams can't kill him, and neither can Kylo's lightsaber. As it turns out, this Luke isn't really there. He's been using the...
Luke leaves Leia, sacrificing himself to give the Resistance enough time to flee the planet of Crait. His plan, to distract his villainous nephew (and Leia's son) Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), proves successful -- a vast array of laser beams can't kill him, and neither can Kylo's lightsaber. As it turns out, this Luke isn't really there. He's been using the...
- 11/27/2023
- by Anthony Crislip
- Slash Film
"Star Wars" fans of a certain age sat through it on television. Younger fans had to hunt for it on the Internet. It was the debut of Boba Fett, and there was an excruciatingly long Wookiee domestic scene without any dialogue but plenty of grunts and groans. Yes, friends, I'm talking about the "Star Wars Holiday Special." Carrie Fisher sings while high as a kite, Mark Hamill wears an astonishing amount of makeup, and Harrison Ford is clearly unhappy to be there.
It's full of all sorts of weirdness, like Chewbacca's (Peter Mayhew) wife Malla watching a cooking show while her hairy paws cook food without gloves (eww), and Chewie's father Itchy watches soft porn in the form of a VR recording of a singing Diahann Carroll. His kid Lumpy watches some sort of variety show acrobats ... it's a mess.
It wasn't just a disaster to watch. It was actually...
It's full of all sorts of weirdness, like Chewbacca's (Peter Mayhew) wife Malla watching a cooking show while her hairy paws cook food without gloves (eww), and Chewie's father Itchy watches soft porn in the form of a VR recording of a singing Diahann Carroll. His kid Lumpy watches some sort of variety show acrobats ... it's a mess.
It wasn't just a disaster to watch. It was actually...
- 11/27/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
If you thought The Phantom Menace was bad, A Disturbance in the Force uncovers what went on to allow such a cultural monstrosity to exist
If there is an event more synonymous with the folly of man than the Star Wars Holiday Special then no one has yet discovered it. The two-hour, 1978 TV show, which sent Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker, Harrison Ford’s Han Solo and Carrie Fisher’s Princess Leia to Kashyyyk (the home planet of the Wookiees) for something called “Life Day” is notoriously one of the most execrable pieces of entertainment ever committed to film. It has never been re-broadcast, and George Lucas once said he would have personally destroyed each and every bootleg copy if given the chance.
The costumes are cheap, the makeup even cheaper (Hamill has so much caked on he might as well have just stepped off the stage after playing a...
If there is an event more synonymous with the folly of man than the Star Wars Holiday Special then no one has yet discovered it. The two-hour, 1978 TV show, which sent Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker, Harrison Ford’s Han Solo and Carrie Fisher’s Princess Leia to Kashyyyk (the home planet of the Wookiees) for something called “Life Day” is notoriously one of the most execrable pieces of entertainment ever committed to film. It has never been re-broadcast, and George Lucas once said he would have personally destroyed each and every bootleg copy if given the chance.
The costumes are cheap, the makeup even cheaper (Hamill has so much caked on he might as well have just stepped off the stage after playing a...
- 11/17/2023
- by Ben Child
- The Guardian - Film News
Warning: This review will contain spoilers for "Star Wars: The High Republic - The Eye of Darkness" by George Mann, which was provided to the author for purposes of review
As the first adult novel in the third phase of Lucasfilm's High Republic initiative, "Star Wars: The High Republic - The Eye of Darkness" by George Mann takes us back to the future. In the first phase of the High Republic, the clock was set back on the "Star Wars" universe about 150 years before the events of "The Phantom Menace." As the Republic is much more of a frontier government, stretching its influence in a galaxy where communication is a little bit more difficult, the Jedi are tested by a group called the Nihil who ultimately destroy their station, Starlight Beacon. It was an attack on the very ideals of the Republic and the foundation of the Jedi. Many...
As the first adult novel in the third phase of Lucasfilm's High Republic initiative, "Star Wars: The High Republic - The Eye of Darkness" by George Mann takes us back to the future. In the first phase of the High Republic, the clock was set back on the "Star Wars" universe about 150 years before the events of "The Phantom Menace." As the Republic is much more of a frontier government, stretching its influence in a galaxy where communication is a little bit more difficult, the Jedi are tested by a group called the Nihil who ultimately destroy their station, Starlight Beacon. It was an attack on the very ideals of the Republic and the foundation of the Jedi. Many...
- 11/14/2023
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
Imagine you’re George Lucas. Imagine that you’ve just watched a weird experimental, black-and-white movie called Eraserhead. It doesn’t make sense, but it perfectly captures the anxieties anyone faces right before becoming a parent. Also, there’s an unbelievable baby monster creature that looks unlike anything you’ve seen before.
Then imagine you watch another movie by the same director, called The Elephant Man. It’s still black and white and has its surrealistic touches, but it tells a deeply humanistic story about a man with debilitating physical deformities asserting his dignity.
What do you do next? If you’re the real Lucas, you say, “I want this guy to make Star Wars!”
As strange as it sounds, Lucas admired David Lynch so much that he tried to get the famously idiosyncratic filmmaker to direct the third entry in the Original Trilogy, Return of the Jedi.
Why George...
Then imagine you watch another movie by the same director, called The Elephant Man. It’s still black and white and has its surrealistic touches, but it tells a deeply humanistic story about a man with debilitating physical deformities asserting his dignity.
What do you do next? If you’re the real Lucas, you say, “I want this guy to make Star Wars!”
As strange as it sounds, Lucas admired David Lynch so much that he tried to get the famously idiosyncratic filmmaker to direct the third entry in the Original Trilogy, Return of the Jedi.
Why George...
- 11/8/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
When "Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life" aired in 2016, fans had so many questions. The biggest of all: Who will Rory Gilmore end up with? Fans of the original series knew she went her own way after graduating from Yale, ending her relationship with Logan as he headed to California's blossoming tech industry. While Rory doesn't need a man to fulfill herself, the promise that all the major guys from Rory's past would return for the Netflix series got fans' hopes up that perhaps she could rekindle something. The answer is complicated.
Rory does rekindle her romance with Logan, but it's far from a fairy tale: he's engaged to another woman. They have an arrangement in which she gets to crash at his swanky London pad (when his Paris-dwelling fiancé is gone) and whatever happens there, stays there. Again, we find Rory sleeping with a spoken-for ex, disappointing fans...
Rory does rekindle her romance with Logan, but it's far from a fairy tale: he's engaged to another woman. They have an arrangement in which she gets to crash at his swanky London pad (when his Paris-dwelling fiancé is gone) and whatever happens there, stays there. Again, we find Rory sleeping with a spoken-for ex, disappointing fans...
- 10/12/2023
- by Maggie Panos
- Popsugar.com
It's been years since we last got a "Star Wars" theatrical feature, and at this point, it is clear that the galaxy far, far away is actually right there in your living room. Whether it's animated shows like "The Bad Batch" and "Tales of the Jedi," or the mega-success of "The Mandalorian" and the creative genius of "Andor," TV has allowed the franchise to experiment with tones and different kinds of stories in ways it was never able to before.
And yet, "Star Wars" is stagnating, particularly when it comes to the Mando-Verse. "The Book of Boba Fett" was an utter disappointment, and the third season of "The Mandalorian" functioned as a mixed bag. Thankfully, "Star Wars" is soon expanding further beyond the Mando-Verse, and there is arguably no other "Star Wars" title as exciting as "The Acolyte," which promises to introduce a new time period and a new kind of "Star Wars" protagonist.
And yet, "Star Wars" is stagnating, particularly when it comes to the Mando-Verse. "The Book of Boba Fett" was an utter disappointment, and the third season of "The Mandalorian" functioned as a mixed bag. Thankfully, "Star Wars" is soon expanding further beyond the Mando-Verse, and there is arguably no other "Star Wars" title as exciting as "The Acolyte," which promises to introduce a new time period and a new kind of "Star Wars" protagonist.
- 8/15/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Ahead of their panel at San Diego Comic-Con this year, check out our exclusive reveal of the latest trailer for Rzr.
Rachel Smythe’s Webtoon sensation Lore Olympus took home the award for “Best Webcomic,” marking the series’ second consecutive win.
“Comic-Con is proud to announce the nominees for the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards 2023. The nominations are for works published between January 1 and December 31, 2022 and were chosen by a blue-ribbon panel of judges. Once again, this year’s nominees in 32 categories reflect the wide range of material being published in the U.S. today in comics and graphic novels, representing some 150 print and online titles from over 50 publishers, produced by creators from all over the world.”
Discover more here
Two new Lego sets based on the upcoming Ahsoka series have been revealed, showcasing some iconic ships from deep Star Wars lore.
“Today at San Diego Comic-Con, the Lego Group...
Rachel Smythe’s Webtoon sensation Lore Olympus took home the award for “Best Webcomic,” marking the series’ second consecutive win.
“Comic-Con is proud to announce the nominees for the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards 2023. The nominations are for works published between January 1 and December 31, 2022 and were chosen by a blue-ribbon panel of judges. Once again, this year’s nominees in 32 categories reflect the wide range of material being published in the U.S. today in comics and graphic novels, representing some 150 print and online titles from over 50 publishers, produced by creators from all over the world.”
Discover more here
Two new Lego sets based on the upcoming Ahsoka series have been revealed, showcasing some iconic ships from deep Star Wars lore.
“Today at San Diego Comic-Con, the Lego Group...
- 7/22/2023
- by Lee Parham
- Den of Geek
New Star Wars movies are finally on the way. Lucasfilm has recently announced a new Rey movie set 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker, as well as a movie tracking the origin of the Jedi from James Mangold, and a Mandoverse event film from Dave Filoni. Plus, Taika Waititi is writing a Star Wars movie he might also star in, while Deadpool 3 director Shawn Levy has signed up to do something in the galaxy far, far away, too. After years of waiting, fans have a whole slate of new Star Wars movies to look forward to, with the first said to be releasing as early as 2025.
But we’ve all been here before, haven’t we? It feels like only yesterday that Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy announced a Rogue Squadron movie directed by Wonder Woman‘s Patty Jenkins for a 2023 release. And remember when a Disney exec said Kevin Feige...
But we’ve all been here before, haven’t we? It feels like only yesterday that Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy announced a Rogue Squadron movie directed by Wonder Woman‘s Patty Jenkins for a 2023 release. And remember when a Disney exec said Kevin Feige...
- 5/10/2023
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Ever since he broke out as loveable lunkhead Jason Mendoza in existential sitcom The Good Place, Manny Jacinto_.
The series, set over 100 years before the events of the Skywalker Saga, takes place at the tail-end of the High Republic era, recently established in a series of novels and comic books. While it’s a part of the timeline that sees the Jedi thriving, with lightsabers everywhere, Jacinto won’t one of them. Instead, he tells Empire at Star Wars Celebration, he’s “just a regular guy, trying to have a good time, who gets swept up into the High Republic world and the Jedi, whether he likes it or not.” Are we about to get the Star Wars equivalent of Jason Mendoza, the quintessential ‘regular guy, trying to have a good time’?
For Headland, the series – which she pitched as ‘Frozen meets Kill Bill’ – isn’t just a chance to...
The series, set over 100 years before the events of the Skywalker Saga, takes place at the tail-end of the High Republic era, recently established in a series of novels and comic books. While it’s a part of the timeline that sees the Jedi thriving, with lightsabers everywhere, Jacinto won’t one of them. Instead, he tells Empire at Star Wars Celebration, he’s “just a regular guy, trying to have a good time, who gets swept up into the High Republic world and the Jedi, whether he likes it or not.” Are we about to get the Star Wars equivalent of Jason Mendoza, the quintessential ‘regular guy, trying to have a good time’?
For Headland, the series – which she pitched as ‘Frozen meets Kill Bill’ – isn’t just a chance to...
- 5/5/2023
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
Disney promised a new “Star Wars” movie every year after it acquired Lucasfilm, but the big-screen saga seemed to hit a pause with “Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.” But while many would call themselves “Star Wars” fans, even they will admit that the movies in the saga are by no means created equal.
In reverse order, here is a rundown of the best and worst that these films have to offer.
11. “Episode I: The Phantom Menace”
We waited 16 years for George Lucas to return to this universe, and what did we get? Trade routes and political intrigue, blood tests for the Force, and perhaps worst of all, Jar Jar Binks. “Menace” isn’t terrible because it’s a kid’s movie; it’s terrible because it’s a terrible kids movie.
Highlight: The light-saber battle between Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson) and Darth Maul (Ray Park) – they’re the two...
In reverse order, here is a rundown of the best and worst that these films have to offer.
11. “Episode I: The Phantom Menace”
We waited 16 years for George Lucas to return to this universe, and what did we get? Trade routes and political intrigue, blood tests for the Force, and perhaps worst of all, Jar Jar Binks. “Menace” isn’t terrible because it’s a kid’s movie; it’s terrible because it’s a terrible kids movie.
Highlight: The light-saber battle between Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson) and Darth Maul (Ray Park) – they’re the two...
- 5/4/2023
- by Alonso Duralde
- The Wrap
Star Wars Celebration 2023 was full of surprises. Trailers, news, and first looks were unveiled for lucky fans of a galaxy far, far away in London, England. But there was arguably no cooler reveal than the premiere of an episode of the upcoming "Star Wars: Visions Volume 2" made by animation studio Aardman.
The short, titled "I Am Your Mother," is just what you'd expect from an Aardman "Star Wars" project. It is very cute and full of heart, but also extremely funny and imaginative, with every scene packed to the rim with Easter eggs that feel organic, as if we're watching actual people living in this universe with countless tales of heroes.
Stop-motion animation has always been a part of "Star Wars." It is as integral to this franchise as VFX or John Williams' music, with Phil Tippett's work on the At-at and the Tauntauns helping make that film timeless and well-crafted.
The short, titled "I Am Your Mother," is just what you'd expect from an Aardman "Star Wars" project. It is very cute and full of heart, but also extremely funny and imaginative, with every scene packed to the rim with Easter eggs that feel organic, as if we're watching actual people living in this universe with countless tales of heroes.
Stop-motion animation has always been a part of "Star Wars." It is as integral to this franchise as VFX or John Williams' music, with Phil Tippett's work on the At-at and the Tauntauns helping make that film timeless and well-crafted.
- 4/11/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Star Wars Celebration 2023 is coming to an end after a series of major movie announcements and sneak peeks at upcoming TV shows like "Ahsoka," but with Star Wars Day right around the corner and the 40th anniversary of "Return of the Jedi" unfolding all year long, there's plenty of love for our favorite galaxy far, far away. It just wouldn't be Star Wars Celebration without some cool new toys being revealed, and the latest line-up of toys and collectibles has something for everyone. Whether you like the larger, detailed Black Series line of figures or the classic Vintage Collection, there's new items from "The Mandalorian," "The Book of Boba Fett," "Return of the Jedi," and "The Bad Batch."
Let's dig into the latest "Star Wars" toy reveals from Star Wars Celebration 2023!
The Book Of Boba Fett
First up, "The Mandalorian" is bringing two new figures to the table.
On the Black Series side of things,...
Let's dig into the latest "Star Wars" toy reveals from Star Wars Celebration 2023!
The Book Of Boba Fett
First up, "The Mandalorian" is bringing two new figures to the table.
On the Black Series side of things,...
- 4/10/2023
- by Ethan Anderton
- Slash Film
This has Darth Vader’s fingerprints all over it.
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy shared some disappointing news regarding the future of Obi-Wan Kenobi at Saturday’s Star Wars Celebration in London.
More from TVLineFirst Ahsoka Series Trailer Features Sabine, Hera, Grand Admiral Thrawn and an 'Heir to the Empire' NodStar Wars: The Acolyte Casts Solo's Joonas Suotamo as Wookiee JediAndor Season 2 Is Halfway Done With Filming -- When Will It Premiere?
Season 2 of the Disney+ series starring Ewan McGregor “is not an active development,” Kennedy told our sister site Variety, before adding, “But I never say never, because there’s always the possibility.
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy shared some disappointing news regarding the future of Obi-Wan Kenobi at Saturday’s Star Wars Celebration in London.
More from TVLineFirst Ahsoka Series Trailer Features Sabine, Hera, Grand Admiral Thrawn and an 'Heir to the Empire' NodStar Wars: The Acolyte Casts Solo's Joonas Suotamo as Wookiee JediAndor Season 2 Is Halfway Done With Filming -- When Will It Premiere?
Season 2 of the Disney+ series starring Ewan McGregor “is not an active development,” Kennedy told our sister site Variety, before adding, “But I never say never, because there’s always the possibility.
- 4/8/2023
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
Star Wars Celebration is happening right now in the U.K. and we are learning an awful lot about the future of a galaxy far, far away, both on the big and small screen. The opening day panel was all about the future of "Star Wars," and those in attendance were treated to a first look at the upcoming series "The Acolyte," which is set in The High Republic era, long before the beginning of the prequels. We're going back hundreds of years in the timeline, and the furthest back we've ever seen in live-action.
/Film was in attendance at the panel, and we've got all the details shared by the cast and crew, as well as a description of the footage that was shown. Showrunner Leslye Headland stepped out on stage to share what she could about what they're cooking up. "This is when the bad guys are outnumbered,...
/Film was in attendance at the panel, and we've got all the details shared by the cast and crew, as well as a description of the footage that was shown. Showrunner Leslye Headland stepped out on stage to share what she could about what they're cooking up. "This is when the bad guys are outnumbered,...
- 4/7/2023
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Another Gilmore Girls veteran has shared their two cents on the theories surrounding the father of Rory’s baby. Valerie Campbell, the key set costumer for the original series and costume supervisor for Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life, often uses her TikTok account to debunk rumors and share stories from her days on the sets. In a pair of recent viral videos, she addressed the debate over Rory’s baby daddy in the revival.
Alexis Bledel as Rory and Matt Czuchry as Logan in ‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’ | Saeed Adyani/Netflix ‘Gilmore Girls’ has 3 contenders for the father of Rory’s baby
The identity of the father of Rory Gilmore’s (Alexis Bledel) unborn child is one of Gilmore Girls‘ greatest mysteries. At the end of A Year in the Life, Rory turned to Lorelai (Lauren Graham) and told her mother she was pregnant. The series ended there,...
Alexis Bledel as Rory and Matt Czuchry as Logan in ‘Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’ | Saeed Adyani/Netflix ‘Gilmore Girls’ has 3 contenders for the father of Rory’s baby
The identity of the father of Rory Gilmore’s (Alexis Bledel) unborn child is one of Gilmore Girls‘ greatest mysteries. At the end of A Year in the Life, Rory turned to Lorelai (Lauren Graham) and told her mother she was pregnant. The series ended there,...
- 3/21/2023
- by Elise Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Not only did the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special delight MCU fans but it brought back the slightly foggy memory of the original inspiration: the 1978 Star Wars Holiday Special, a controversial TV oddity most fans of the galaxy far, far away would sooner like to forget. Yet, curiously, while The Star Wars Holiday Special is rarely anyone’s favorite, modern creators have spent years reincorporating many of its ideas and lore into Star Wars canon in ways that are beloved by fans today.
While the special itself is no longer part of official Star Wars continuity, and it’s not even available on Disney+, many elements from the TV film can now be found on modern shows like The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett as well as in the pages of the canon books and comics. Here are all the ways Star Wars has continued to revisit...
While the special itself is no longer part of official Star Wars continuity, and it’s not even available on Disney+, many elements from the TV film can now be found on modern shows like The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett as well as in the pages of the canon books and comics. Here are all the ways Star Wars has continued to revisit...
- 12/25/2022
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Home Economics returns for Season 3 on September 21 on ABC, and the bighearted comedy is rich with twists for the financially disparate San Francisco siblings in its third round. Here, get a sneak peek into the upcoming episodes from the show’s executive producers. They’re going to Disney Land! Wealthy Connor (Jimmy Tatro) needs to let struggling author bro Tom (Topher Grace) know he owns the firm publishing Tom’s new novel. “He figures, tell him at the Happiest Place on Earth,” says executive producer Mike Colton of the premiere. A very famous Wookiee softens the blow. Success for Tom His book later becomes a bestseller…just as Connor takes a financial hit. “We see what happens when Connor is the one questioning himself,” says fellow executive producer John Aboud. “Maybe he’s the one wearing a hoodie now.” Baby Joy? Cash-strapped guidance counselor Sarah (Caitlin McGee) goes through the pricey and emotional IVF process.
- 9/21/2022
- TV Insider
Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga isn’t just the best Lego Star Wars game yet; it arguably belongs on any shortlist of the best Star Wars game ever. Of course, that doesn’t mean you can’t make the game just a little better with the help of a few codes.
Actually, one of the best things about the Lego Star Wars games (and most other Lego games) is that they still feature plenty of those classic codes that have sadly gone out of style in many other modern games. While we’re still waiting to see if Skywalker Saga features as many codes as its predecessors (more on that in a bit), fans of classic video game codes will still find plenty of them in what could prove to be the ultimate Lego Star Wars experience.
With that out of the way, here’s a look at every...
Actually, one of the best things about the Lego Star Wars games (and most other Lego games) is that they still feature plenty of those classic codes that have sadly gone out of style in many other modern games. While we’re still waiting to see if Skywalker Saga features as many codes as its predecessors (more on that in a bit), fans of classic video game codes will still find plenty of them in what could prove to be the ultimate Lego Star Wars experience.
With that out of the way, here’s a look at every...
- 4/5/2022
- by Matthew Byrd
- Den of Geek
This Thanksgiving, around the time we’ll all be reading articles online about whether or not it’s safe to insult your extended family in person, or over Zoom, there will also be a new Star Wars “festive” product to watch on Disney+. The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special is coming whether your want it or not, and even if you haven’t paid attention to any of the other Lego Star Wars things, something in the Force tells me everyone is going to have an opinion about this thing specifically.
Stream your Star Wars favorites right here!
In an exclusive report, USA Today revealed that the special will reunite Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron to celebrate Life Day, the Star Wars holiday first introduced in the original Holiday Special that aired on CBS in 1987. Executive producer Josh Rimes described the new special as It’s a Wonderful Life but in the Star Wars universe.
Stream your Star Wars favorites right here!
In an exclusive report, USA Today revealed that the special will reunite Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron to celebrate Life Day, the Star Wars holiday first introduced in the original Holiday Special that aired on CBS in 1987. Executive producer Josh Rimes described the new special as It’s a Wonderful Life but in the Star Wars universe.
- 8/14/2020
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
More than 40 years after the original, Star Wars is getting a new Holiday Special on Disney+. But there’s a twist. Fans hoping for live-action Wookiee shenanigans will instead get a new adventure in Lego animation.
As revealed by USA Today, the 45-minute Lego Star Wars Holiday Special will reunite Rey, Finn, Poe, and other characters for a new Life Day celebration that nods to the original Holiday Special from 1978. It will also feature appearances from Kylo Ren, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Emperor Palpatine, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, and of course, Chewbacca himself. Executive producer Josh Rimes even teased that some of the actors from the movies will reprise their roles for the special.
Stream your Star Wars favorites right here!
The new Holiday Special sees Rey and Bb-8 exploring a mysterious Jedi Temple on a quest to gain more knowledge about the Force. But when Rey and Bb-8 are sent “careening through time and space,...
As revealed by USA Today, the 45-minute Lego Star Wars Holiday Special will reunite Rey, Finn, Poe, and other characters for a new Life Day celebration that nods to the original Holiday Special from 1978. It will also feature appearances from Kylo Ren, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Emperor Palpatine, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, and of course, Chewbacca himself. Executive producer Josh Rimes even teased that some of the actors from the movies will reprise their roles for the special.
Stream your Star Wars favorites right here!
The new Holiday Special sees Rey and Bb-8 exploring a mysterious Jedi Temple on a quest to gain more knowledge about the Force. But when Rey and Bb-8 are sent “careening through time and space,...
- 8/13/2020
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This article contains Star Wars spoilers.
There’s no end in sight to Star Wars. Disney controls both Lucasfilm and the world itself, so it’s going to be a long time before we don’t have a new Star Wars movie to look forward to. The “watch every Star Wars movie” marathons are bound to get longer and you’ll need an easy compendium of sources to find each and every flick.
With that in mind, we’ve compiled the complete list of Star Wars streaming movies. This covers the original trilogy, the sequel trilogy, the prequels, and any other Star Wars-related movie that will come out now and forever. Follow our guide so you don’t miss a single lightsaber battle, Force choke, or questionable hairstyle.
Den of Geek participates in affiliate programs and may receive a small commission from the links below.
Star Wars Movies Star...
There’s no end in sight to Star Wars. Disney controls both Lucasfilm and the world itself, so it’s going to be a long time before we don’t have a new Star Wars movie to look forward to. The “watch every Star Wars movie” marathons are bound to get longer and you’ll need an easy compendium of sources to find each and every flick.
With that in mind, we’ve compiled the complete list of Star Wars streaming movies. This covers the original trilogy, the sequel trilogy, the prequels, and any other Star Wars-related movie that will come out now and forever. Follow our guide so you don’t miss a single lightsaber battle, Force choke, or questionable hairstyle.
Den of Geek participates in affiliate programs and may receive a small commission from the links below.
Star Wars Movies Star...
- 5/4/2020
- by jbindeck2015
- Den of Geek
This Star Wars: The Clone Wars article contains spoilers.
At last, the Clone Wars have come to an end. “Victory and Death” is an action-packed episode that not only crosses over with Revenge of the Sith but shows us the rise of the Galactic Empire from a new perspective. As Ahsoka and Rex try to escape Order 66 with their lives, we’re treated to a few easter eggs and callbacks to other parts of the Star Wars saga.
Here’s the stuff we found in the episode:
Darth Vader
The biggest moment of the episode comes in the final scene when the character we’d all been waiting for finally makes his first and only appearance in The Clone Wars. Darth Vader walks into the scene, as menacing as ever, to inspect the wreckage of the Republic cruiser. He finds Ahsoka’s lightsaber and takes it back with him to...
At last, the Clone Wars have come to an end. “Victory and Death” is an action-packed episode that not only crosses over with Revenge of the Sith but shows us the rise of the Galactic Empire from a new perspective. As Ahsoka and Rex try to escape Order 66 with their lives, we’re treated to a few easter eggs and callbacks to other parts of the Star Wars saga.
Here’s the stuff we found in the episode:
Darth Vader
The biggest moment of the episode comes in the final scene when the character we’d all been waiting for finally makes his first and only appearance in The Clone Wars. Darth Vader walks into the scene, as menacing as ever, to inspect the wreckage of the Republic cruiser. He finds Ahsoka’s lightsaber and takes it back with him to...
- 5/4/2020
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.