Willow actor and silver screen legend Warwick Davis is not holding back about Disney’s removal of the Willow series. Davis recently took to social media to break his silence about the House of Mouse pulling its Willow series from the streaming platform as part of a broader cost-cutting initiative under Disney CEO Bob Iger.
“I meet lovely people on a daily basis who are fans of #Willow, who are the reason the @DisneyPlus series was made,” Davis wrote on X (formally known as Twitter). “Please tell me @WaltDisneyCo, what do I say to these subscribers when they ask why they can’t watch the series any more? #embarrassing”
I meet lovely people on a daily basis who are fans of #Willow, who are the reason the @DisneyPlus Series was made. Please tell me @WaltDisneyCo, what do I say to these subscribers when they ask why they can’t watch the series any more?...
“I meet lovely people on a daily basis who are fans of #Willow, who are the reason the @DisneyPlus series was made,” Davis wrote on X (formally known as Twitter). “Please tell me @WaltDisneyCo, what do I say to these subscribers when they ask why they can’t watch the series any more? #embarrassing”
I meet lovely people on a daily basis who are fans of #Willow, who are the reason the @DisneyPlus Series was made. Please tell me @WaltDisneyCo, what do I say to these subscribers when they ask why they can’t watch the series any more?...
- 10/16/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Willow star Warwick Davis is not happy about the removal of the Disney+ fantasy-adventure series from the streaming platform, calling it “#embarrassing”.
“I meet lovely people on a daily basis who are fans of #Willow, who are the reason the @DisneyPlus series was made,” Davis wrote on X (fka Twitter). “Please tell me @WaltDisneyCo, what do I say to these subscribers when they ask why they can’t watch the series any more? #embarrassing”
The streamer announced in March that there would be no second season of the original series, based on the 1988 fantasy film directed by Ron Howard. However, series creator Jon Kasdan later categorized Willow‘s status as more of a pause than cancellation, noting that Season 2 has been written and he is hopeful that it will eventually be made, but not for at least the next 12 months, leading to a decision to release the cast.
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“I meet lovely people on a daily basis who are fans of #Willow, who are the reason the @DisneyPlus series was made,” Davis wrote on X (fka Twitter). “Please tell me @WaltDisneyCo, what do I say to these subscribers when they ask why they can’t watch the series any more? #embarrassing”
The streamer announced in March that there would be no second season of the original series, based on the 1988 fantasy film directed by Ron Howard. However, series creator Jon Kasdan later categorized Willow‘s status as more of a pause than cancellation, noting that Season 2 has been written and he is hopeful that it will eventually be made, but not for at least the next 12 months, leading to a decision to release the cast.
Disney removed...
- 10/16/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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“Dahmer” marks Peters’ second executive producer credit (the first was “American Horror Story...
Visit the prediction pages for the respective ceremonies via the links below:
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2023 Emmy Predictions:
Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
Weekly Commentary: Acting nominees Richard Jenkins and Evan Peters (“Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story”) and Steven Yeun and Ali Wong (“Beef”) added producing noms to their Emmy celebrations.
“Dahmer” marks Peters’ second executive producer credit (the first was “American Horror Story...
- 8/17/2023
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
Willow creator Jon Kasdan remains hopeful that we will see a second season of the fantasy series, following news that it is ending, at least for now. Kasdan took to social media Thursday to reassure fans that a Season 2 has been written and he has every hope that it will eventually air, but not for at least the next 12 months.
“A decision was made last week to release our main cast for other series opportunities that may arise for them in the coming year,” he wrote, taking issue with Deadline’s and other online reports of the series ending. He added that he feels “fairly confident that, if asked, neither I, nor the folks at Lucasfilm, would or have actually characterized it” as a final cancellation.
As Deadline noted, while the series won’t continue in its current form as the cast has been released, Willow remains an important IP in the Lucasfilm library,...
“A decision was made last week to release our main cast for other series opportunities that may arise for them in the coming year,” he wrote, taking issue with Deadline’s and other online reports of the series ending. He added that he feels “fairly confident that, if asked, neither I, nor the folks at Lucasfilm, would or have actually characterized it” as a final cancellation.
As Deadline noted, while the series won’t continue in its current form as the cast has been released, Willow remains an important IP in the Lucasfilm library,...
- 3/17/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Willow” creator Jon Kasdan has addressed reports from earlier this week that the fantasy series has been canceled after one season.
In a statement posted to Twitter Friday morning, Kasdan, in an attempt to clarify the “juicy” and “splashy” headlines he saw online, that Lucasfilm and the production team made a decision last week to “release our main cast for other series opportunities that may arise for them in the coming year.” He added that he feels “fairly confident that, if asked, neither I, nor the folks at Lucasfilm, would or have actually characterized” their predicament as a full-on, final cancellation.
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— Jon Kasdan (@JonKasdan) March 17, 2023
“With all the TV and movies in production around the world, it feels unfair to limit an actor’s availability without a clear sense of when you’re going to need them again,” he explained. “It’s further trivialized by...
In a statement posted to Twitter Friday morning, Kasdan, in an attempt to clarify the “juicy” and “splashy” headlines he saw online, that Lucasfilm and the production team made a decision last week to “release our main cast for other series opportunities that may arise for them in the coming year.” He added that he feels “fairly confident that, if asked, neither I, nor the folks at Lucasfilm, would or have actually characterized” their predicament as a full-on, final cancellation.
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— Jon Kasdan (@JonKasdan) March 17, 2023
“With all the TV and movies in production around the world, it feels unfair to limit an actor’s availability without a clear sense of when you’re going to need them again,” he explained. “It’s further trivialized by...
- 3/17/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Disney+ is closing the book on Willow.
Deadline reported Wednesday that the streaming service has canceled the live-action sequel series based on the 1988 movie.
The cancellation comes two months after the eight-episode Willow Season 1 wrapped up.
Disney+ rarely releases viewership statistics for any of its shows; when it does, the details are vague.
It turns out, streaming services like to keep the numbers under lock and key.
Willow featured a diverse international cast, with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers.
The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness.
"Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous...
Deadline reported Wednesday that the streaming service has canceled the live-action sequel series based on the 1988 movie.
The cancellation comes two months after the eight-episode Willow Season 1 wrapped up.
Disney+ rarely releases viewership statistics for any of its shows; when it does, the details are vague.
It turns out, streaming services like to keep the numbers under lock and key.
Willow featured a diverse international cast, with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers.
The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness.
"Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous...
- 3/15/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“Willow,” the fantasy series that continued the story of Ron Howard’s beloved 1988 movie, won’t return for a second season Disney+, TheWrap confirmed on Wednesday.
The eight-episode first season, which brought back original cast member Warwick Davis as the title character, premiered on Nov. 30, 2022. It costarred Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Amer Chadha-Patel and Tony Revolori.
After the news broke, fans lamented that another show with a queer storyline was ending. The series featured a romance between Princess Kit Tanthalos (Cruz) and her knight errant, Jade Claymore (Kellyman).
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Showrunner Jonathan Kasdan told EW in December. “It was not a decision that was ever made because we thought we needed queer representation in the show or that that was something we were intent on doing. What was clear was that we wanted to put at the center of this story a daughter for Madmartigan,...
The eight-episode first season, which brought back original cast member Warwick Davis as the title character, premiered on Nov. 30, 2022. It costarred Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Amer Chadha-Patel and Tony Revolori.
After the news broke, fans lamented that another show with a queer storyline was ending. The series featured a romance between Princess Kit Tanthalos (Cruz) and her knight errant, Jade Claymore (Kellyman).
Also Read:
Every Renewed and Canceled TV Show in 2023
Showrunner Jonathan Kasdan told EW in December. “It was not a decision that was ever made because we thought we needed queer representation in the show or that that was something we were intent on doing. What was clear was that we wanted to put at the center of this story a daughter for Madmartigan,...
- 3/15/2023
- by Sharon Knolle
- The Wrap
It appears “Willow’s” magic has already run out again. The Disney+ fantasy series, a sequel to the 1988 Ron Howard film of the same name, will not return for a second season, IndieWire has confirmed.
The news comes two months after the show, which premiered on November 30, concluded its eight-episode run on Disney+ in January. Like the film, “Willow” was produced by Lucasfilm, which has been one of the main drivers of content for Disney’s core streaming service through shows based on the “Star Wars” franchise; others include “The Mandalorian,” “The Book of Boba Fett,” “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” “Andor,” and the upcoming “Ahsoka,” “Skeleton Crew,” and “The Acolyte.”
Disney+ ended 2022 with 102.9 subscribers; another 61.3 million are in the ecosystem via Disney+ Hotstar.
The original ’80s film, which was directed by Ron Howard and executive produced by “Star Wars” creator George Lucas, told the story of aspiring sorcerer Willow (Warwick Davis), as...
The news comes two months after the show, which premiered on November 30, concluded its eight-episode run on Disney+ in January. Like the film, “Willow” was produced by Lucasfilm, which has been one of the main drivers of content for Disney’s core streaming service through shows based on the “Star Wars” franchise; others include “The Mandalorian,” “The Book of Boba Fett,” “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” “Andor,” and the upcoming “Ahsoka,” “Skeleton Crew,” and “The Acolyte.”
Disney+ ended 2022 with 102.9 subscribers; another 61.3 million are in the ecosystem via Disney+ Hotstar.
The original ’80s film, which was directed by Ron Howard and executive produced by “Star Wars” creator George Lucas, told the story of aspiring sorcerer Willow (Warwick Davis), as...
- 3/15/2023
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
The journey of Willow won’t continue on Disney+.
The streamer has canceled the Lucasfilm series, a sequel to the 1988 movie of the same title, after a single season. The news comes two months after the eight-episode season concluded its run.
Disney+ doesn’t provide viewing data for its programming, but Willow didn’t break into the Nielsen top 10 rankings of streaming titles during its run. The series earned mostly positive reviews from critics.
The cancellation comes during a transition period for both Lucasfilm, which is reconsidering the output of its signature Star Wars franchise, and Disney’s streaming operations. Like other companies, Disney is pulling back some on the lavish spending on streaming content; Willow’s cancellation at Disney+ follows the ends of Big Shot and The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers in February.
Warwick Davis reprises his title role from the Ron Howard-directed film in the series. The...
The streamer has canceled the Lucasfilm series, a sequel to the 1988 movie of the same title, after a single season. The news comes two months after the eight-episode season concluded its run.
Disney+ doesn’t provide viewing data for its programming, but Willow didn’t break into the Nielsen top 10 rankings of streaming titles during its run. The series earned mostly positive reviews from critics.
The cancellation comes during a transition period for both Lucasfilm, which is reconsidering the output of its signature Star Wars franchise, and Disney’s streaming operations. Like other companies, Disney is pulling back some on the lavish spending on streaming content; Willow’s cancellation at Disney+ follows the ends of Big Shot and The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers in February.
Warwick Davis reprises his title role from the Ron Howard-directed film in the series. The...
- 3/15/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The “Willow” TV series is done after just one season at Disney+, Variety has confirmed.
The news comes around two months after the high fantasy series aired its eighth and final episode, with the show having debuted in November 2022 and airing until January 2023.
“Willow” continued the story of the film of the same name, with Warwick Davis returning for the series in the title role of Willow Ufgood. The show was originally reported as being in the works at Disney+ back in 2019 and ordered to series in late 2020.
Along with Davis, the cast of the show included Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamber, Tony Revolori, Amar Chadha-Patel, Dempsey Bryk, and Joanne Whalley. The official logline for the series states “In a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home,...
The news comes around two months after the high fantasy series aired its eighth and final episode, with the show having debuted in November 2022 and airing until January 2023.
“Willow” continued the story of the film of the same name, with Warwick Davis returning for the series in the title role of Willow Ufgood. The show was originally reported as being in the works at Disney+ back in 2019 and ordered to series in late 2020.
Along with Davis, the cast of the show included Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamber, Tony Revolori, Amar Chadha-Patel, Dempsey Bryk, and Joanne Whalley. The official logline for the series states “In a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home,...
- 3/15/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: There will be no second season of Willow, Disney+’s live-action original series based on the 1988 fantasy film directed by Ron Howard. The news comes two months after the eight-episode first season of the show, which served as a sequel to the classic movie, ended its run on the streaming platform.
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Willow, which picked up years after the events of the film, did not have the zeitgeist cultural impact of the original but was well received by critics, getting a 83% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Willow, which picked up years after the events of the film, did not have the zeitgeist cultural impact of the original but was well received by critics, getting a 83% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- 3/15/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
On the heels of the season finale of Lucasfilm’s all-new action-adventure series “Willow” based on George Lucas’ fantasy-adventure film, Disney+ has set a January 25, 2023 premiere date for the debut of its original documentary special, “Willow: Behind the Magic.” Featuring the series’ breakout stars and returning legends, the documentary takes viewers behind the scenes for an in-depth look at the making of the hit original series, which debuted on Disney+ November 30, 2022.
The story of “Willow” began when an aspiring sorcerer, played by Warwick Davis, is whisked away on a journey to protect an infant empress Elora Danan and vanquish the evil Queen Bavmorda from their world of Andowyne. Now, the story continues with Davis reprising his titular role as he leads an unlikely crew of heroes – which includes a now-grown Elora, who has just learned of her prodigious birthright – on a quest to protect Andowyne from an even larger foe than they had imagined possible.
The story of “Willow” began when an aspiring sorcerer, played by Warwick Davis, is whisked away on a journey to protect an infant empress Elora Danan and vanquish the evil Queen Bavmorda from their world of Andowyne. Now, the story continues with Davis reprising his titular role as he leads an unlikely crew of heroes – which includes a now-grown Elora, who has just learned of her prodigious birthright – on a quest to protect Andowyne from an even larger foe than they had imagined possible.
- 1/22/2023
- by TV Shows Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid - TV
The Willow TV series on the Disney+ streaming service is now more than halfway through the eight episode run of its first season, and to mark the occasion the show’s official Twitter account has unveiled ten character posters! You can check them out at the bottom of this article.
A follow-up to the 1988 film of the same title (watch it Here), Willow has the following synopsis: An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty, “Willow” features a diverse international cast with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish,...
A follow-up to the 1988 film of the same title (watch it Here), Willow has the following synopsis: An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty, “Willow” features a diverse international cast with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish,...
- 12/27/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
To celebrate the long-awaited release of Willow, the sequel series streaming on Disney+ this week, we had the pleasure of chatting with its new cast, show creator, and the titular hero himself to find out more.
An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty, “Willow” features a diverse international cast with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and...
An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty, “Willow” features a diverse international cast with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and...
- 11/28/2022
- by Scott Davis
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The Disney+ Star Wars series Andor just had its finale, and now the season can be viewed as a whole. The show, which served as a prequel to the 2016 Star Wars spin-off, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, received a 93 on Rotten Tomatoes as well as an 83 audience score. Fans and critics alike praised the show for being unique to the franchise without having to rely on nostalgia and fan service to tell a self-contained story.
According to metrics, the show trailed behind other Star Wars series, such as The Mandolorian, according to the Nielson’s streaming ratings. The viewership, although lacking, still garnered enough to earn the series into the top 10 most-watched streaming shows during its entire run. The lackluster numbers are likely why Disney is giving the show an extra push by making episodes available on broadcast television that can be viewed by non-subscribers.
For those who are interested,...
According to metrics, the show trailed behind other Star Wars series, such as The Mandolorian, according to the Nielson’s streaming ratings. The viewership, although lacking, still garnered enough to earn the series into the top 10 most-watched streaming shows during its entire run. The lackluster numbers are likely why Disney is giving the show an extra push by making episodes available on broadcast television that can be viewed by non-subscribers.
For those who are interested,...
- 11/23/2022
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Disney+ and Lucasfilm’s “Willow,” like Amazon Prime Video’s “The Lord of the Rings: The Power of the Ring” and HBO’s “House of the Dragon,” is a big-budget fantasy adventure steeped in a preexisting property. There’s magic and creatures and a mythic quest embarked upon by a group of unlikely heroes. But unlike these other projects, “Willow” isn’t crushed by the weight of expectations.
“There was nobody at Lucasfilm slamming their fist on a table and saying, ‘We need a ‘Willow’ series!’” Jonathan Kasdan, the creator of the new show, told TheWrap during a recent visit to the show’s editing bay. This creative freedom allowed the team to discover what “Willow” could be, free from external (or internal) pressures.
George Lucas conceived of “Willow” (originally with the unfortunate title “Munchkins”) before he began production on “Star Wars,” with the idea that he would create a...
“There was nobody at Lucasfilm slamming their fist on a table and saying, ‘We need a ‘Willow’ series!’” Jonathan Kasdan, the creator of the new show, told TheWrap during a recent visit to the show’s editing bay. This creative freedom allowed the team to discover what “Willow” could be, free from external (or internal) pressures.
George Lucas conceived of “Willow” (originally with the unfortunate title “Munchkins”) before he began production on “Star Wars,” with the idea that he would create a...
- 11/18/2022
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Rock Island Returns
Production is now under way at the Pinnacle Studios in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia on the second season of Network 10 and Nickelodeon kids’ mystery adventure series “Rock Island Mysteries.” The show is produced by Fremantle Australia with support by Screen Queensland and federal body Screen Australia. The 20-episode season sees teenager Taylor Young, portrayed by Alexa Curtis, and friends again take up the challenge of finding Taylor’s missing uncle. “Rock Island Mysteries” is produced by series producer Timothy Powell and Jonah Klein of Fremantle Australia. Directors include Jovita O’Shaughnessy and Evan Clarry. Season 1 premiered on 10 Shake in May this year and has since screened on Nickelodeon in Australia, New Zealand, U.K., and the U.S. It is currently streaming on 10 Play, Paramount+ in Australia and Latin America and on Binge. Season 1 premiered on 10 Shake in May this year and has since screened on Nickelodeon in Australia,...
Production is now under way at the Pinnacle Studios in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia on the second season of Network 10 and Nickelodeon kids’ mystery adventure series “Rock Island Mysteries.” The show is produced by Fremantle Australia with support by Screen Queensland and federal body Screen Australia. The 20-episode season sees teenager Taylor Young, portrayed by Alexa Curtis, and friends again take up the challenge of finding Taylor’s missing uncle. “Rock Island Mysteries” is produced by series producer Timothy Powell and Jonah Klein of Fremantle Australia. Directors include Jovita O’Shaughnessy and Evan Clarry. Season 1 premiered on 10 Shake in May this year and has since screened on Nickelodeon in Australia, New Zealand, U.K., and the U.S. It is currently streaming on 10 Play, Paramount+ in Australia and Latin America and on Binge. Season 1 premiered on 10 Shake in May this year and has since screened on Nickelodeon in Australia,...
- 11/17/2022
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Soon, the world will be treated to yet another Lucasfilm production in the form of the "Willow" TV series. The Disney+ show will debut on November 30, much to the delight of fantasy fans around the world who've waited patiently since the release of the 1988 movie to see more of Warwick Davis' Willow Ufgood.
Though that original effort failed to meet George Lucas' lofty box office ambitions, there soon developed a devoted cult following for "Willow" in the decades since its release. Now Disney and Lucasfilm have once again flipped through their folder of IP and are hoping that giving this particular one the prestige TV treatment will prove to be the magic touch Willow and his band of enchanted heroes need.
In the time it took Lucasfilm to come around to the idea of revisiting this particular fantasy saga, star of the show Davis has had a lot of time to branch out.
Though that original effort failed to meet George Lucas' lofty box office ambitions, there soon developed a devoted cult following for "Willow" in the decades since its release. Now Disney and Lucasfilm have once again flipped through their folder of IP and are hoping that giving this particular one the prestige TV treatment will prove to be the magic touch Willow and his band of enchanted heroes need.
In the time it took Lucasfilm to come around to the idea of revisiting this particular fantasy saga, star of the show Davis has had a lot of time to branch out.
- 11/16/2022
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
The Success Of Marvel's Werewolf By Night Gives Willow's Creatives Hope For More Madmartigan Stories
When Disney first launched its streaming service in late 2019, the message was clear: the company would be branching out to experiment with different forms of storytelling, providing a different experience than what audiences could find in theaters. It was an exciting concept and one that yielded mixed results. Under the banner of franchises such as "Marvel" and "Star Wars," Disney+ has explored every nook and cranny possible in each respective universe. For every meandering and derivative show like "The Book of Boba Fett," there were shows like "Andor" that broke new ground with their structure and tone.
On the Marvel side of things, series meant to serve as installments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe were allowed to play with genre and expectations. Early on in 2020, "WandaVision" showed signs of creative storytelling not seen in any MCU project up to that point. Even now, the MCU has developed a new short...
On the Marvel side of things, series meant to serve as installments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe were allowed to play with genre and expectations. Early on in 2020, "WandaVision" showed signs of creative storytelling not seen in any MCU project up to that point. Even now, the MCU has developed a new short...
- 11/16/2022
- by Ernesto Valenzuela
- Slash Film
In the lead-up to the upcoming “Andor” finale on Disney+, The Walt Disney Company will air the first two episodes of the series across networks including ABC, FX and Freeform, and also make it available to view on sister streamer Hulu.
“Andor” episodes “Kassa” and “That Would Be Me” will be made available on the following schedule across the Thanksgiving holiday, with Hulu offering an extended streaming window:
ABC: Wednesday November 23, 9 p.m. Et FX: Thursday, November 24, 9 p.m. Et Freeform: Friday, November 25, 9 p.m. Et Hulu: Available from November 23 through December 7
The two-episode finale for the Disney+ “Star Wars” series, which stars Diego Luna as Cassian Andor, premieres on Wednesday, November 23.
Additional cast members for the series include Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Fiona Shaw, Forest Whitaker and Andy Serkis. The executive producers are Kathleen Kennedy, Tony Gilroy, Sanne Wohlenberg, Luna and Michelle Rejwan.
“Andor” episodes “Kassa” and “That Would Be Me” will be made available on the following schedule across the Thanksgiving holiday, with Hulu offering an extended streaming window:
ABC: Wednesday November 23, 9 p.m. Et FX: Thursday, November 24, 9 p.m. Et Freeform: Friday, November 25, 9 p.m. Et Hulu: Available from November 23 through December 7
The two-episode finale for the Disney+ “Star Wars” series, which stars Diego Luna as Cassian Andor, premieres on Wednesday, November 23.
Additional cast members for the series include Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Fiona Shaw, Forest Whitaker and Andy Serkis. The executive producers are Kathleen Kennedy, Tony Gilroy, Sanne Wohlenberg, Luna and Michelle Rejwan.
- 11/15/2022
- by EJ Panaligan
- Variety Film + TV
The finale for Star Wars: Andor is almost here, and several networks are looking to help celebrate the success of the critically acclaimed Disney+ series. This Thanksgiving holiday, the first two episodes of Andor will come to ABC, FX, Freeform, and Hulu.
Star Wars: Andor episodes “Kassa” and “That Would Be Me” will be made available on the following schedule over the Thanksgiving holiday, with Hulu offering an extended streaming window:
ABC: Wednesday, November 23, 9-10:30 pm Et/Pt
FX: Thursday, November 24, 9-10:30 pm Et/Pt
Freeform: Friday, November 25, 9-10:30 pm Et/Pt
Hulu: Available from November 23 through December 7
The Star Wars: Andor series – set five years before the events of Rogue One – focuses on Cassian Andor and his journey toward becoming a rebel hero. The tale is set against the backdrop of a burgeoning rebellion against a ruthless Empire, where people and planets are drawn into a...
Star Wars: Andor episodes “Kassa” and “That Would Be Me” will be made available on the following schedule over the Thanksgiving holiday, with Hulu offering an extended streaming window:
ABC: Wednesday, November 23, 9-10:30 pm Et/Pt
FX: Thursday, November 24, 9-10:30 pm Et/Pt
Freeform: Friday, November 25, 9-10:30 pm Et/Pt
Hulu: Available from November 23 through December 7
The Star Wars: Andor series – set five years before the events of Rogue One – focuses on Cassian Andor and his journey toward becoming a rebel hero. The tale is set against the backdrop of a burgeoning rebellion against a ruthless Empire, where people and planets are drawn into a...
- 11/14/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Disney+’s Andor is getting a cross-company push. The first two episodes of the Star Wars prequel series will air across Disney’s distribution platforms including ABC, FX, Freeform and Hulu over the Thanksgiving holiday, coinciding with the Season 1 finale on the streamer.
Andor episodes “Kassa” and “That Would Be Me” will be available on ABC, Wednesday, November 23; on FX, Thursday, November 24 and on Freeform Friday, November 25, all airing from 9-10:30 pm. It will be available on Hulu from November 23 through December 7.
The first 10 episodes of Andor, from Lucasfilm, is streaming on Disney+, with Episode 12, the finale, premiering Wednesday, November 23.
Andor, set five years before the events of Rogue One, focuses on Cassian Andor and his journey toward becoming a rebel hero. The tale is set against the backdrop of a burgeoning rebellion against a ruthless Empire, where people and planets are drawn into a conflict that will have far-reaching effects across the galaxy.
Andor episodes “Kassa” and “That Would Be Me” will be available on ABC, Wednesday, November 23; on FX, Thursday, November 24 and on Freeform Friday, November 25, all airing from 9-10:30 pm. It will be available on Hulu from November 23 through December 7.
The first 10 episodes of Andor, from Lucasfilm, is streaming on Disney+, with Episode 12, the finale, premiering Wednesday, November 23.
Andor, set five years before the events of Rogue One, focuses on Cassian Andor and his journey toward becoming a rebel hero. The tale is set against the backdrop of a burgeoning rebellion against a ruthless Empire, where people and planets are drawn into a conflict that will have far-reaching effects across the galaxy.
- 11/14/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Andor” will air its first two episodes across Walt Disney Company distribution platforms through the Thanksgiving holiday. Viewings of “Kassa” and “That Would Be Me” will occur during assigned time slots on ABC, FX, Freeform and Hulu.
The special multi-platform programming is in celebration of the spinoff’s upcoming Season 1 finale, which premieres Nov. 23. While the Diego Luna-starring series has been met with critical acclaim, it has struggled to be a breakthrough show for its streaming platform; during the week of Oct. 10, “Andor” was left off the overall list for the Nielsen Top 10 Streaming chart, and only landed at No. 7 on the original streaming programs list (with 405 million minutes viewed that week), behind fellow Disney+ title “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.”
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The special multi-platform programming is in celebration of the spinoff’s upcoming Season 1 finale, which premieres Nov. 23. While the Diego Luna-starring series has been met with critical acclaim, it has struggled to be a breakthrough show for its streaming platform; during the week of Oct. 10, “Andor” was left off the overall list for the Nielsen Top 10 Streaming chart, and only landed at No. 7 on the original streaming programs list (with 405 million minutes viewed that week), behind fellow Disney+ title “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.”
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How ‘Andor’ Creator Tony Gilroy Orchestrated the Perfect ‘Star Wars’ Prison Break
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- 11/14/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
The final poster for Lucasfilm and Imagine Entertainment’s all-new action-adventure series “Willow” unveiled. And in the coming month, the series based on George Lucas’ fantasy-adventure film will begin streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar in English and Hindi.
The story began when an aspiring sorcerer, played by Warwick Davis, is whisked away on a journey to protect an infant empress Elora Danan and vanquish the evil Queen Bavmorda from their world of Andowyne.
Now, the story continues with Davis reprising his titular role, as he leads an unlikely crew of heroes on a quest to protect Andowyne from an even larger foe than they had imagined possible.
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“Willow” also stars Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Tony Revolori, Amar Chadha-Patel, Dempsey Bryk, and Joanne Whalley. Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Jonathan Kasdan, Tommy Harper, Wendy Mericle, Roopesh Parekh, Ron Howard,...
The story began when an aspiring sorcerer, played by Warwick Davis, is whisked away on a journey to protect an infant empress Elora Danan and vanquish the evil Queen Bavmorda from their world of Andowyne.
Now, the story continues with Davis reprising his titular role, as he leads an unlikely crew of heroes on a quest to protect Andowyne from an even larger foe than they had imagined possible.
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“Willow” also stars Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Tony Revolori, Amar Chadha-Patel, Dempsey Bryk, and Joanne Whalley. Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Jonathan Kasdan, Tommy Harper, Wendy Mericle, Roopesh Parekh, Ron Howard,...
- 10/31/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
The minute-long “Special Look” video for Disney+’s Willow showcases the return of the titular character, teases a search for Elora, and declares “their first quest is the world’s last hope.” There’s a little bit of action, some magical moments, a lot of humor, and a character who looks like the Cryptkeeper.
The new video arrived along with the final poster for season one.
Warwick Davis reprises his role as Willow and Joanne Whalley returns as Sorsha. The cast also includes Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Tony Revolori, Amar Chadha-Patel, and Dempsey Bryk.
Ron Howard, director of the 1988 film (written by George Lucas and Bob Dolman), executive produces along with Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Jonathan Kasdan, Tommy Harper, Wendy Mericle, Roopesh Parekh, and Samie Kim Falvey. John Bickerstaff, Hannah Friedman, and Jonathan Kasdan are the season one writers, and Stephen Woolfenden, Julia Cooperman, Hameed Shaukat, and Max Taylor serve as producers.
The new video arrived along with the final poster for season one.
Warwick Davis reprises his role as Willow and Joanne Whalley returns as Sorsha. The cast also includes Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Tony Revolori, Amar Chadha-Patel, and Dempsey Bryk.
Ron Howard, director of the 1988 film (written by George Lucas and Bob Dolman), executive produces along with Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Jonathan Kasdan, Tommy Harper, Wendy Mericle, Roopesh Parekh, and Samie Kim Falvey. John Bickerstaff, Hannah Friedman, and Jonathan Kasdan are the season one writers, and Stephen Woolfenden, Julia Cooperman, Hameed Shaukat, and Max Taylor serve as producers.
- 10/30/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
In this edition of Star Wars Bits:
"Andor" Reviews & Breakdowns"Tales of the Jedi" ReactionsA New "Star Wars" Movie?"Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" Galactic EditionThe "Star Wars" Podcast Round-UpAnd More!Andor Reviews & Breakdowns
Above, Nerdist's Dan Casey breaks down everything you might have missed in this week's episode of "Andor."
Next, Alex at Star Wars Explained shares his thoughts on "Narkina 5."
On Live Action Star Wars, Ralph and James discuss the eighth episode of "Andor."
Tales Of The Jedi Reviews & Reactions
"Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi," a six-part animated short series, premiered on Disney+ this week.
Star Wars Explained provides a full breakdown and review of the series.
Dee Dyszn shares his thoughts on the series and how cool young Count Dooku is.
John Hoey with Star Wars News Net shares his impressions of the animated series.
For more "Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi" discussion, check...
"Andor" Reviews & Breakdowns"Tales of the Jedi" ReactionsA New "Star Wars" Movie?"Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga" Galactic EditionThe "Star Wars" Podcast Round-UpAnd More!Andor Reviews & Breakdowns
Above, Nerdist's Dan Casey breaks down everything you might have missed in this week's episode of "Andor."
Next, Alex at Star Wars Explained shares his thoughts on "Narkina 5."
On Live Action Star Wars, Ralph and James discuss the eighth episode of "Andor."
Tales Of The Jedi Reviews & Reactions
"Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi," a six-part animated short series, premiered on Disney+ this week.
Star Wars Explained provides a full breakdown and review of the series.
Dee Dyszn shares his thoughts on the series and how cool young Count Dooku is.
John Hoey with Star Wars News Net shares his impressions of the animated series.
For more "Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi" discussion, check...
- 10/28/2022
- by Adam Frazier
- Slash Film
Exclusive: Michelle Rejwan is leaving her post as SVP Live Action Development & Production at Lucasfilm. She is transitioning back to being a full-time producer and has signed an overall deal with Lucasfilm and Walt Disney Studios. She will continue to be based out of the Lucasfilm office and will develop for both Lucasfilm and Disney.
Rejwan most recently served as executive producer on Lucasfilm’s series for Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, and the upcoming series Willow for Disney+. In her new role, Rejwan will continue as executive producer the current Andor and upcoming Willow series. She is also attached as producer on upcoming Lucasfilm feature projects including a Star Wars film written and directed by Taika Waititi.
Prior to joining the Lucasfilm executive team in 2019, Michelle was part of the company’s wider production family and served as producer on 2019’s Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and co-producer on...
Rejwan most recently served as executive producer on Lucasfilm’s series for Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, and the upcoming series Willow for Disney+. In her new role, Rejwan will continue as executive producer the current Andor and upcoming Willow series. She is also attached as producer on upcoming Lucasfilm feature projects including a Star Wars film written and directed by Taika Waititi.
Prior to joining the Lucasfilm executive team in 2019, Michelle was part of the company’s wider production family and served as producer on 2019’s Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and co-producer on...
- 10/19/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) in Lucasfilm’s Andor, exclusively on Disney+. ©2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.
Disney+ has released the thrilling, final “Andor” trailer as well as a Special Look at the upcoming series.
“The series is a prequel to ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,’” explains creator and showrunner Tony Gilroy. “It rewinds back five years from the events of ‘Rogue One’ to follow Cassian Andor on his journey to get to the movie. We’ve done twelve episodes for the first season. The twelve episodes that we’ve done cover one year in time. We’re going to do another twelve that are going to take us over the next four years into ‘Rogue One.’”
The series is from Academy Award® and BAFTA-nominated writer/director/producer Tony Gilroy, who also wrote Episodes 1, 2, 3, 11 and 12. Gilroy, who cowrote “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” is known for writing and...
Disney+ has released the thrilling, final “Andor” trailer as well as a Special Look at the upcoming series.
“The series is a prequel to ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,’” explains creator and showrunner Tony Gilroy. “It rewinds back five years from the events of ‘Rogue One’ to follow Cassian Andor on his journey to get to the movie. We’ve done twelve episodes for the first season. The twelve episodes that we’ve done cover one year in time. We’re going to do another twelve that are going to take us over the next four years into ‘Rogue One.’”
The series is from Academy Award® and BAFTA-nominated writer/director/producer Tony Gilroy, who also wrote Episodes 1, 2, 3, 11 and 12. Gilroy, who cowrote “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” is known for writing and...
- 9/17/2022
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
LucasFilm has debuted the trailer for the upcoming highly anticipated series ‘Willow,’ an all-new live-action fantasy adventure series based on the classic 1988 feature film.
An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty.
Warwick Davis and Joanne Whalley reprise their roles from the original, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamber, Tony Revolori, Ruby Cruz, Amer Chadha-Patel, Dempsey Bryk and Talisa Garcia co-star.
Featuring a diverse international cast with Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest...
An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty.
Warwick Davis and Joanne Whalley reprise their roles from the original, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamber, Tony Revolori, Ruby Cruz, Amer Chadha-Patel, Dempsey Bryk and Talisa Garcia co-star.
Featuring a diverse international cast with Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest...
- 9/12/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Werewolf By Night, exclusively on Disney+. © 2022 Marvel.
The Walt Disney Studios continued to fuel the fire ignited at yesterday’s showcase with a jam-packed presentation from the teams at Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios and 20th Century Studios this morning at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of D23 Expo 2022. Thousands of fans were among the first to hear new announcements, see never-before-seen footage and hear from the stars of the industry’s biggest streaming and theatrical titles slated for the coming months and beyond.
Alan Bergman, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios, welcomed a fired-up crowd to Hall D23. Bergman reflected on the 13-year history of D23 Expo and the evolution of the Studios group. “That [first] year, none of the iconic studios you’ll hear from today were part of the company,” he said. “It was just Disney Animation, Disney Live Action and Pixar. We announced the Marvel acquisition just before our...
The Walt Disney Studios continued to fuel the fire ignited at yesterday’s showcase with a jam-packed presentation from the teams at Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios and 20th Century Studios this morning at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of D23 Expo 2022. Thousands of fans were among the first to hear new announcements, see never-before-seen footage and hear from the stars of the industry’s biggest streaming and theatrical titles slated for the coming months and beyond.
Alan Bergman, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios, welcomed a fired-up crowd to Hall D23. Bergman reflected on the 13-year history of D23 Expo and the evolution of the Studios group. “That [first] year, none of the iconic studios you’ll hear from today were part of the company,” he said. “It was just Disney Animation, Disney Live Action and Pixar. We announced the Marvel acquisition just before our...
- 9/12/2022
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Disney+ Hotstar is pleased to share the thrilling, final “Andor” trailer that debuted at D23 Expo today during the Lucasfilm Hall D23 presentation.
“Andor,” a spy thriller from Lucasfilm filmed over two 12-episode seasons, takes place five years before the events of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” The era featured in “Andor” is filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero. “Andor” presents Star Wars from a different perspective, focusing on everyday people whose lives are affected by the Empire. The decisions they make have real consequences, and the stakes for them—and the galaxy—couldn’t be higher.
The series stars Diego Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Forest Whitaker, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Fiona Shaw and Faye Marsay. Toby Haynes, Susanna White and Benjamin Caron direct specific episodes, and Kathleen Kennedy,...
“Andor,” a spy thriller from Lucasfilm filmed over two 12-episode seasons, takes place five years before the events of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” The era featured in “Andor” is filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero. “Andor” presents Star Wars from a different perspective, focusing on everyday people whose lives are affected by the Empire. The decisions they make have real consequences, and the stakes for them—and the galaxy—couldn’t be higher.
The series stars Diego Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Forest Whitaker, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Fiona Shaw and Faye Marsay. Toby Haynes, Susanna White and Benjamin Caron direct specific episodes, and Kathleen Kennedy,...
- 9/11/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
The final trailer has been released for Disney+’s Andor and the biggest takeaway is that, even though this is a prequel, it’s going to be essential that viewers rewatch Rogue One before September 21, 2022. The trailer was released during the D23 Expo 2022, with Kathleen Kennedy confirming production is underway on the second batch of 12 episodes of the series’ planned 24 episode run.
Diego Luna reprises his role as Cassian Andor for this action-filled prequel. The cast also includes Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Forest Whitaker, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Fiona Shaw, and Faye Marsay.
Tony Gilroy created the series and serves as showrunner and executive producer. Diego Luna, Kathleen Kennedy, Sanne Wohlenberg, and Michelle Rejwan also executive produce. Directors include Toby Haynes, Susanna White, and Benjamin Caron.
The first three episodes will debut on Disney+ on September 21st.
Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) in Lucasfilm’s ‘Andor,’ exclusively on Disney+ (Photo © 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd)
The Plot,...
Diego Luna reprises his role as Cassian Andor for this action-filled prequel. The cast also includes Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Forest Whitaker, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, Fiona Shaw, and Faye Marsay.
Tony Gilroy created the series and serves as showrunner and executive producer. Diego Luna, Kathleen Kennedy, Sanne Wohlenberg, and Michelle Rejwan also executive produce. Directors include Toby Haynes, Susanna White, and Benjamin Caron.
The first three episodes will debut on Disney+ on September 21st.
Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) in Lucasfilm’s ‘Andor,’ exclusively on Disney+ (Photo © 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd)
The Plot,...
- 9/10/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Friday’s D23 Expo presentations were all about animated films (and remakes of them), but on Saturday morning, all eyes were on Lucasfilm. Fans gathered in Hall D23 to await “Star Wars” and “Indiana Jones 5” news, but Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy began by talking about “Willow,” a new sequel series to George Lucas and Ron Howard’s 1988 fantasy epic.
Before dropping a new trailer, Warwick Davis, who reprises his role as the titular hero from the film, introduced another high-profile cast member. Davis invited Christian Slater to the stage, revealing that the actor would be joining the series, which hails from creator Jonathan Kasdan.
Slater revealed that he was a longtime fan of Lucasfilm’s slate of properties, and was eager to get a chance to join the fantasy franchise.
“I love the fantasy, the sci-fi,” Slater said. “Just getting to be a part of this show was an absolute dream come true.
Before dropping a new trailer, Warwick Davis, who reprises his role as the titular hero from the film, introduced another high-profile cast member. Davis invited Christian Slater to the stage, revealing that the actor would be joining the series, which hails from creator Jonathan Kasdan.
Slater revealed that he was a longtime fan of Lucasfilm’s slate of properties, and was eager to get a chance to join the fantasy franchise.
“I love the fantasy, the sci-fi,” Slater said. “Just getting to be a part of this show was an absolute dream come true.
- 9/10/2022
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
“Willow” fans have long questioned how the new Disney+ series will linkup with Val Kilmer’s beloved character Madmartigan. And that answered was revealed via Christian Slater. The new character was announced at the D23 Expo where the actor surprised fans on stage.
Announced by series star Warwick Davis, Slater’s character is somehow tied to Madmartigan as a “friend,” but more will be revealed later. “You have such a lot of energy, I can’t wait until you see him he’s great,” Davis said.
Slater seemed pretty impressed with the ability to go rogue on set. “This was a very fun character, we got to have some improve, ad-libs we came up with stuff on the spot which was fun,” Slater said.
A new trailer was also released showcasing more trolls, Brownies and more. Davis and Joanne Whalley reprise their roles as Willow Ufgood and Sorsha, respectively. Set...
Announced by series star Warwick Davis, Slater’s character is somehow tied to Madmartigan as a “friend,” but more will be revealed later. “You have such a lot of energy, I can’t wait until you see him he’s great,” Davis said.
Slater seemed pretty impressed with the ability to go rogue on set. “This was a very fun character, we got to have some improve, ad-libs we came up with stuff on the spot which was fun,” Slater said.
A new trailer was also released showcasing more trolls, Brownies and more. Davis and Joanne Whalley reprise their roles as Willow Ufgood and Sorsha, respectively. Set...
- 9/10/2022
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
Christian Slater will be seen in Willow, Disney+’s upcoming live-action series based on the 1988 fantasy film directed by Ron Howard. Slater’s casting was revealed today during Disney’s D23 Expo in Anaheim.
No details on his role were shared other than a “character aiding in quest,” and a friend of Madmartigan.
“I love the fantasy, the sci-fi, just getting to be a part of this show was, I will be honest with you an absolute dream come true,” said Slater. “This was a very fun character, we got to have some improve, ad-libs we came up with stuff on the spot which was fun,” he added.
Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Amer Chadha-Patel and Tony Revolori star alongside Warwick Davis, who is reprising his title role as Willow Ufgood, a reluctant farmer who plays a critical role in protecting a special baby from a tyrannical queen who...
No details on his role were shared other than a “character aiding in quest,” and a friend of Madmartigan.
“I love the fantasy, the sci-fi, just getting to be a part of this show was, I will be honest with you an absolute dream come true,” said Slater. “This was a very fun character, we got to have some improve, ad-libs we came up with stuff on the spot which was fun,” he added.
Ellie Bamber, Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Amer Chadha-Patel and Tony Revolori star alongside Warwick Davis, who is reprising his title role as Willow Ufgood, a reluctant farmer who plays a critical role in protecting a special baby from a tyrannical queen who...
- 9/10/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Diego Luna and Kathleen Kennedy kicked off the Saturday session of Disney’s D23 Expo in Anaheim by dropping the final trailer for the Rogue One Disney+ spinoff series Andor.
“We’re going to go back five years before Rogue One, and you won’t believe where you find these characters,” Luna said. “You’ll see Cassian and not believe he was able to do what they did in Rogue One. It’s about a revolutionary and bringing change and hopefully a story you will love to watch.”
Disney D23 Expo 2022 Photo Gallery: Marvel, Star Wars, and More
In the new footage, we see Luna as Cassian Andor listening to Stellan Skarsgård’s character, Luthen Rael, who has a proposal.
“You’ll ultimately die fighting these bastards,” Rael says. “Wouldn’t you rather give it all at once for something real?”
Andor is a spy thriller from Lucasfilm filmed over two 12-episode seasons.
“We’re going to go back five years before Rogue One, and you won’t believe where you find these characters,” Luna said. “You’ll see Cassian and not believe he was able to do what they did in Rogue One. It’s about a revolutionary and bringing change and hopefully a story you will love to watch.”
Disney D23 Expo 2022 Photo Gallery: Marvel, Star Wars, and More
In the new footage, we see Luna as Cassian Andor listening to Stellan Skarsgård’s character, Luthen Rael, who has a proposal.
“You’ll ultimately die fighting these bastards,” Rael says. “Wouldn’t you rather give it all at once for something real?”
Andor is a spy thriller from Lucasfilm filmed over two 12-episode seasons.
- 9/10/2022
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney released a new trailer for the “Willow” Disney+ series at D23 on Saturday, offering a closer look at the continuation of the fantasy story and revealing that Christian Slater has joined the cast.
The film is a continuation of the 1988 film directed by Ron Howard, which followed an aspiring magician (Warwick Davis) from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness.
Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and come together to save their world.
“I love the fantasy, the sci-fi, getting to be a part of this show was, I’ll be honest with you, an absolute dream come true,...
The film is a continuation of the 1988 film directed by Ron Howard, which followed an aspiring magician (Warwick Davis) from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness.
Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and come together to save their world.
“I love the fantasy, the sci-fi, getting to be a part of this show was, I’ll be honest with you, an absolute dream come true,...
- 9/10/2022
- by Adam Chitwood and Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Just over a week out from the premiere on Disney+, Lucasfilm on Saturday unveiled the final trailer for the new “Star Wars” series “Andor” during D23 Expo 2022. And you can watch it here now.
Things sure look bleak for the galaxy, as well it should given that, as explained during the Lucasfilm D23 presentation, the show is set about five years before the events of the 2016 film “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Which puts it firmly in the same time frame as “Star Wars: Rebels,” or if you prefer, the era when the Empire was at its greatest power and freedom was but a distant memory. (Cue “Star Wars” music.)
“We’re going to go back five years. You won’t believe these characters,” star Diego Luna said during the presentation. “It’s about the awakening of a revolutionary. It’s about someone finding out there’s a purpose.
Things sure look bleak for the galaxy, as well it should given that, as explained during the Lucasfilm D23 presentation, the show is set about five years before the events of the 2016 film “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Which puts it firmly in the same time frame as “Star Wars: Rebels,” or if you prefer, the era when the Empire was at its greatest power and freedom was but a distant memory. (Cue “Star Wars” music.)
“We’re going to go back five years. You won’t believe these characters,” star Diego Luna said during the presentation. “It’s about the awakening of a revolutionary. It’s about someone finding out there’s a purpose.
- 9/10/2022
- by Ross A. Lincoln and Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Disney's D23 Expo has officially begun in Anaheim, California, and /Film's own Ethan Anderton is on the floor right now, bringing us pictures of concept art and costumes from the upcoming streaming series "Willow." Coming to Disney+ on November 30, the show stars Warwick Davis in a reprisal of his titular role from the 1988 film "Willow," which was produced by George Lucas and directed by Ron Howard.
The Disney+ series is a sequel, taking place 20 years after a young sorcerer named Willow helped a swordsman named Madmartigan (Val Kilmer) defeat Queen Bavmorda (Jean Marsh) to save the baby Elora -- prophesied to be an empress. The world needs him back now, and so does the new cast, including Erin Kellyman ("The Green Knight"), Ellie Bamber ("Les Misérables"), Ruby Cruz ("Mare of Easttown"), Tony Revolori ("Spider-Man: Far From Home"), Dempsey Bryk ("Black Mirror"), Amar Chadha-Patel ("Alladin"), and Talisa Garcia ("The Girlfriend Experience...
The Disney+ series is a sequel, taking place 20 years after a young sorcerer named Willow helped a swordsman named Madmartigan (Val Kilmer) defeat Queen Bavmorda (Jean Marsh) to save the baby Elora -- prophesied to be an empress. The world needs him back now, and so does the new cast, including Erin Kellyman ("The Green Knight"), Ellie Bamber ("Les Misérables"), Ruby Cruz ("Mare of Easttown"), Tony Revolori ("Spider-Man: Far From Home"), Dempsey Bryk ("Black Mirror"), Amar Chadha-Patel ("Alladin"), and Talisa Garcia ("The Girlfriend Experience...
- 9/9/2022
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
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Star Wars fans are excited about Disney+’s Rogue One prequel drama Andor, but one beloved character from the movie isn’t showing up anytime soon: Alan Tudyk’s acerbic Imperial droid K-2So.
“From a storytelling point of view, there are multiple reasons,” head writer Tony Gilroy told critics at the Television Critics Association’s press tour on Wednesday. “I would say, ‘Wait and see.’ It’s a story we are eager to tell. It’s difficult to carry an Imperial droid around with you and not draw all kinds of attention. It’s a difficult piece of luggage. When we do it, we’ll do it in a spectacular fashion as opposed to presenting it and ignoring it, or presenting it or hiding it, or the bad versions we would have been forced to do.”
“We have five years [before the events in Rogue One],” star Diego Luna said.
Star Wars fans are excited about Disney+’s Rogue One prequel drama Andor, but one beloved character from the movie isn’t showing up anytime soon: Alan Tudyk’s acerbic Imperial droid K-2So.
“From a storytelling point of view, there are multiple reasons,” head writer Tony Gilroy told critics at the Television Critics Association’s press tour on Wednesday. “I would say, ‘Wait and see.’ It’s a story we are eager to tell. It’s difficult to carry an Imperial droid around with you and not draw all kinds of attention. It’s a difficult piece of luggage. When we do it, we’ll do it in a spectacular fashion as opposed to presenting it and ignoring it, or presenting it or hiding it, or the bad versions we would have been forced to do.”
“We have five years [before the events in Rogue One],” star Diego Luna said.
- 8/3/2022
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Disney+ has unveiled the full trailer from its upcoming series ‘Andor.’ The new, original series from Lucasfilm takes place prior to the events of ‘Rogue One.’
The series will explore a new perspective from the ‘Star Wars’ galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.
Diego Luna returns as Cassian Andor and is joined by cast members Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough and Kyle Soller. The executive producers are Kathleen Kennedy, Sanne Wohlenberg, Diego Luna and Michelle Rejwan. Tony Gilroy is the creator and showrunner.
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The series will explore a new perspective from the ‘Star Wars’ galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.
Diego Luna returns as Cassian Andor and is joined by cast members Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough and Kyle Soller. The executive producers are Kathleen Kennedy, Sanne Wohlenberg, Diego Luna and Michelle Rejwan. Tony Gilroy is the creator and showrunner.
Also in trailers – George MacKay & Hugh Bonneville star in...
- 8/3/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Cassian Andor is going undercover with the Empire in the new trailer for Disney+ series “Andor,” which dropped Monday morning.
The 12-episode series, from Lucasfilm, is set before the events of the 2016 film “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.”
Here’s a logline for the series: The show “explores a new perspective from the Star Wars galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.”
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The 12-episode series, from Lucasfilm, is set before the events of the 2016 film “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.”
Here’s a logline for the series: The show “explores a new perspective from the Star Wars galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.”
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- 8/1/2022
- by Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
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Diego Luna stars in Disney+’s official trailer for Andor – and this time we actually get to see quite a bit of him.
Unlike the streamer’s previous teaser trailer, Luna’s underdog rebel fighter Cassian Andor gets plenty of screen time in this new look (below) at the action-filled Star Wars series. Luna leads a cast that includes Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller and Fiona Shaw.
The trailer also confirms reports that an unbilled Forest Whitaker will reprise his Rogue One role as resistance fighter Saw Gerrera.
The series is billed as “a new perspective from the Star Wars galaxy,” that focuses on “Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger,...
Diego Luna stars in Disney+’s official trailer for Andor – and this time we actually get to see quite a bit of him.
Unlike the streamer’s previous teaser trailer, Luna’s underdog rebel fighter Cassian Andor gets plenty of screen time in this new look (below) at the action-filled Star Wars series. Luna leads a cast that includes Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough, Kyle Soller and Fiona Shaw.
The trailer also confirms reports that an unbilled Forest Whitaker will reprise his Rogue One role as resistance fighter Saw Gerrera.
The series is billed as “a new perspective from the Star Wars galaxy,” that focuses on “Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger,...
- 8/1/2022
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
There’s going to be some serious California financial meat on the bones of Star War series Skeleton Crew.
Hauling in a near-record 20.9 million in Golden State tax incentives, the Disney+ series starring Jude Law was among seven shows awarded lucrative credits today. As you can see in the list below, the 2023-premiering Skeleton Crew was joined by high-profile including Shonda Rhimes’ White House drama The Residence for Netflix, Robert Downey Jr’s adaption of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Sympathizer for HBO.
Along with the millions handed out in the latest round of the nearly decade-long revitalized incentive program, there are two relocating series. Both HBO’s about-to-premiere Rap Sh!t from Issa Rae and Peacock/Universal TV’s Killing It were given tax credits in anticipation of moves from Florida and Louisiana, respectively. Rap Sh!t has yet to be greenlighted for Season 2, but successful...
Hauling in a near-record 20.9 million in Golden State tax incentives, the Disney+ series starring Jude Law was among seven shows awarded lucrative credits today. As you can see in the list below, the 2023-premiering Skeleton Crew was joined by high-profile including Shonda Rhimes’ White House drama The Residence for Netflix, Robert Downey Jr’s adaption of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Sympathizer for HBO.
Along with the millions handed out in the latest round of the nearly decade-long revitalized incentive program, there are two relocating series. Both HBO’s about-to-premiere Rap Sh!t from Issa Rae and Peacock/Universal TV’s Killing It were given tax credits in anticipation of moves from Florida and Louisiana, respectively. Rap Sh!t has yet to be greenlighted for Season 2, but successful...
- 7/18/2022
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Five different new series and two different shows relocating their productions for their second seasons have qualified for a combined 90.8 million in tax credit allocation from California’s Film & Television Tax Credit Program.
Among those shows are a new “Star Wars” series for Disney+ called “Skeleton Crew” with Jude Law, a Shonda Rhimes series for Netflix called “The Residence” and HBO’s “The Sympathizer” with Robert Downey Jr. The remaining two new series are both for Warner Bros. Discovery, including “My Glory” and David E. Kelley’s “Presumed Innocent.”
The second seasons of “Killing It” for Universal Television and “Rap Sh!t” for HBO will also qualify for tax credits after the series relocated their productions to California. Those shows will relocate their productions from Louisiana and Florida, respectively.
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Among those shows are a new “Star Wars” series for Disney+ called “Skeleton Crew” with Jude Law, a Shonda Rhimes series for Netflix called “The Residence” and HBO’s “The Sympathizer” with Robert Downey Jr. The remaining two new series are both for Warner Bros. Discovery, including “My Glory” and David E. Kelley’s “Presumed Innocent.”
The second seasons of “Killing It” for Universal Television and “Rap Sh!t” for HBO will also qualify for tax credits after the series relocated their productions to California. Those shows will relocate their productions from Louisiana and Florida, respectively.
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- 7/18/2022
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Disney+ has unveiled the first trailer and poster for Lucasfilm and Imagine Documentaries’ “Light & Magic,” a new docuseries that chronicles the untold history of Industrial Light & Magic (Ilm), the special visual effects, animation and virtual production division of Lucasfilm.
“Star Wars” creator George Lucas founded the company in 1975. It has gone on to earn 16 Academy Awards while spearheading groundbreaking developments in the realm of special effects. “Light & Magic” the docuseries will peel back the curtain on the company through its historic journey of pioneering modern filmmaking.
“Visual effects create the magic that makes people want to go to the movies,” Lucas says in the trailer. “Movies are special effects.”
Disney+’s “Light & Magic”
The series will feature exclusive interviews with renowned filmmakers such as Lucas, Ron Howard, Barry Jenkins, Steven Spielberg, James Cameron, Jon Favreau and many others. “Light & Magic” will also include exclusive footage dating back to the early...
“Star Wars” creator George Lucas founded the company in 1975. It has gone on to earn 16 Academy Awards while spearheading groundbreaking developments in the realm of special effects. “Light & Magic” the docuseries will peel back the curtain on the company through its historic journey of pioneering modern filmmaking.
“Visual effects create the magic that makes people want to go to the movies,” Lucas says in the trailer. “Movies are special effects.”
Disney+’s “Light & Magic”
The series will feature exclusive interviews with renowned filmmakers such as Lucas, Ron Howard, Barry Jenkins, Steven Spielberg, James Cameron, Jon Favreau and many others. “Light & Magic” will also include exclusive footage dating back to the early...
- 7/7/2022
- by Brandon Katz
- The Wrap
Spoiler Alert: The story includes details about the June 1 episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi.
James Earl Jones is back as Darth Vader in Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi. The familiar voice of Jones is heard in the third episode, which dropped today.
In the episode, Darth Vader is in one of his meditation chambers and gets word that Obi-Wan is on a mining planet. Obi-Wan is trying to get young Leia to a port where they’re going to transport her back to her parents. Vader goes to the mining planet with the Inquisitors to hunt down Obi-Wan. Vader finds Obi-Wan and battles with him. Vader overpowers Obi-Wan. Leia is later about to be captured by the Inquisitors.
Jones originated the voice in the original trilogy beginning with Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, then reprised the role in The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, and follow-up Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.
James Earl Jones is back as Darth Vader in Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi. The familiar voice of Jones is heard in the third episode, which dropped today.
In the episode, Darth Vader is in one of his meditation chambers and gets word that Obi-Wan is on a mining planet. Obi-Wan is trying to get young Leia to a port where they’re going to transport her back to her parents. Vader goes to the mining planet with the Inquisitors to hunt down Obi-Wan. Vader finds Obi-Wan and battles with him. Vader overpowers Obi-Wan. Leia is later about to be captured by the Inquisitors.
Jones originated the voice in the original trilogy beginning with Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, then reprised the role in The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, and follow-up Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker.
- 6/1/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
It was a clash of the titans over Memorial Day weekend with three mega franchises, Stranger Things, Star Wars and Top Gun, unspooling new installments on streaming platforms and in theaters. All three are claiming record showings, with two, Netflix’s Stranger Things and Paramount’s Top Gun: Maverick, providing numbers to back up their statements.
Disney+ announced today that new series Obi-Wan Kenobi is the most-watched Disney+ original series premiere globally to date, based on hours streamed in an opening weekend. No data was released to support the claim. The streamer also noted that, immediately following the Obi-Wan Kenobi series premiere launch, Star Wars title viewership on Disney+ tripled in hours-watched during opening weekend.
Stranger Things 4 Volume 1, which launched May 25, logged the biggest premiere weekend ever for a Netflix original series with 286.79 million hours viewed over the weekend, the streamer said today. The new installment also lifted the series’ previous seasons,...
Disney+ announced today that new series Obi-Wan Kenobi is the most-watched Disney+ original series premiere globally to date, based on hours streamed in an opening weekend. No data was released to support the claim. The streamer also noted that, immediately following the Obi-Wan Kenobi series premiere launch, Star Wars title viewership on Disney+ tripled in hours-watched during opening weekend.
Stranger Things 4 Volume 1, which launched May 25, logged the biggest premiere weekend ever for a Netflix original series with 286.79 million hours viewed over the weekend, the streamer said today. The new installment also lifted the series’ previous seasons,...
- 5/31/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney+ has revealed a teaser trailer for Lucasfilm and Imagine Entertainment’s ‘Willow,’ an all-new live-action fantasy adventure series based on the classic 1988 feature film.
An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty.
Featuring a diverse international cast with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and come together to save their world.
(L-r): Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis...
An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty.
Featuring a diverse international cast with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers. The story began with an aspiring magician from a Nelwyn village and an infant girl destined to unite the realms, who together helped destroy an evil queen and banish the forces of darkness. Now, in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls, and other mystical creatures flourish, the adventure continues, as an unlikely group of heroes set off on a dangerous quest to places far beyond their home, where they must face their inner demons and come together to save their world.
(L-r): Willow Ufgood (Warwick Davis...
- 5/27/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Disney+ has unveiled a teaser trailer and key art from its upcoming series ‘Andor.’ The new, original series from Lucasfilm takes place prior to the events of ‘Rogue One’ and launches exclusively on Disney+ on 31st August, with the first two episodes.
The series will explore a new perspective from the ‘Star Wars’ galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.
Mon Mothma (Genevieve O’Reilly) in Lucasfilm’s Andor, exclusively on Disney+. ©2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved. Maarva (Fiona Shaw) in Lucasfilm’s Andor, exclusively on Disney+. ©2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.
Diego Luna returns...
The series will explore a new perspective from the ‘Star Wars’ galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. The series brings forward the tale of the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire and how people and planets became involved. It’s an era filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero.
Mon Mothma (Genevieve O’Reilly) in Lucasfilm’s Andor, exclusively on Disney+. ©2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved. Maarva (Fiona Shaw) in Lucasfilm’s Andor, exclusively on Disney+. ©2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.
Diego Luna returns...
- 5/27/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
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