Actor Tim Russ humorously explains Star Wars in a video, highlighting the playful rivalry between Star Trek and Star Wars. J.J. Abrams has directed two movies in both the Star Trek and Star Wars franchises, exemplifying the links between the two. Gene Roddenberry and George Lucas shared a mutual admiration, showing the positive impact of the friendly rivalry between the two sci-fi franchises.
An old clip of Star Trek: Voyager's Tim Russ hilariously explaining Star Wars to the uninitiated has resurfaced on social media. Star Trek and Star Wars have always had a friendly rivalry, riffed upon by comedians for decades. The comically exaggerated rivalry is likely rooted in Star Wars and Star Trek being the biggest science fiction franchises. However, there's an affectionate back and forth between both franchises, exemplified by the many connections between them.
The most obvious connection between Star Trek and Star Wars is director J.
An old clip of Star Trek: Voyager's Tim Russ hilariously explaining Star Wars to the uninitiated has resurfaced on social media. Star Trek and Star Wars have always had a friendly rivalry, riffed upon by comedians for decades. The comically exaggerated rivalry is likely rooted in Star Wars and Star Trek being the biggest science fiction franchises. However, there's an affectionate back and forth between both franchises, exemplified by the many connections between them.
The most obvious connection between Star Trek and Star Wars is director J.
- 3/19/2024
- by Mark Donaldson
- ScreenRant.com
The opening scene of Star Wars: A New Hope with the Star Destroyer remains an unbeatable, breathtaking cinematic moment to this day. The original trilogy, including A New Hope, has not aged and continues to be beloved, surpassing newer Star Wars content in many ways. Recent Star Wars projects often pay homage to the original trilogy, reflecting the unmatched impact of scenes like the iconic Star Destroyer entrance.
Star Wars has featured many excellent scenes over the years, but it has yet to top one moment in A New Hope, and it likely never will. When Star Wars, since known as A New Hope, was released in 1977, it was something completely new. While space travel and the genre of science fiction of course had an established history, what George Lucas was creating with world-building in terms of the story and with sound and visual effects in the movie itself was unprecedented.
Star Wars has featured many excellent scenes over the years, but it has yet to top one moment in A New Hope, and it likely never will. When Star Wars, since known as A New Hope, was released in 1977, it was something completely new. While space travel and the genre of science fiction of course had an established history, what George Lucas was creating with world-building in terms of the story and with sound and visual effects in the movie itself was unprecedented.
- 3/19/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant.com
There’s a disturbance in the force, and George Lucas wants to help correct the problem.
The Star Wars and Indiana Jones filmmaker is weighing in on The Walt Disney Company’s ongoing proxy fight with activist investors, and he is throwing his support firmly behind CEO Bob Iger and Disney’s board.
“Creating magic is not for amateurs. When I sold Lucasfilm just over a decade ago, I was delighted to become a Disney shareholder because of my long-time admiration for its iconic brand and Bob Iger’s leadership,” Lucas said in a statement Tuesday. “When Bob recently returned to the company during a difficult time, I was relieved. No one knows Disney better. I remain a significant shareholder because I have full faith and confidence in the power of Disney and Bob’s track record of driving long-term value. I have voted all of my shares for Disney...
The Star Wars and Indiana Jones filmmaker is weighing in on The Walt Disney Company’s ongoing proxy fight with activist investors, and he is throwing his support firmly behind CEO Bob Iger and Disney’s board.
“Creating magic is not for amateurs. When I sold Lucasfilm just over a decade ago, I was delighted to become a Disney shareholder because of my long-time admiration for its iconic brand and Bob Iger’s leadership,” Lucas said in a statement Tuesday. “When Bob recently returned to the company during a difficult time, I was relieved. No one knows Disney better. I remain a significant shareholder because I have full faith and confidence in the power of Disney and Bob’s track record of driving long-term value. I have voted all of my shares for Disney...
- 3/19/2024
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Mark your calendars for June 4, 2024 - The Acolyte's official release date has been confirmed by Lucasfilm. The Acolyte will delve into the High Republic era, offering a fresh perspective on the Star Wars timeline. Expect a dark side focus in The Acolyte, exploring the evil powers in the galaxy that begin the downfall of the Republic in the prequels.
The official release date for The Acolyte has finally been confirmed by Lucasfilm, with the upcoming Star Wars TV show not far on the horizon. The show will be set in Star Wars' High Republic era, bringing the timeline of the popular book series of the same name to live-action. While a tentative release date was confirmed early in 2024, Lucasfilm has divulged exactly when the show can be expected.
Related Star Wars: The Acolyte - Cast, Story Details & Everything We Know The upcoming Star Wars show The Acolyte will take the...
The official release date for The Acolyte has finally been confirmed by Lucasfilm, with the upcoming Star Wars TV show not far on the horizon. The show will be set in Star Wars' High Republic era, bringing the timeline of the popular book series of the same name to live-action. While a tentative release date was confirmed early in 2024, Lucasfilm has divulged exactly when the show can be expected.
Related Star Wars: The Acolyte - Cast, Story Details & Everything We Know The upcoming Star Wars show The Acolyte will take the...
- 3/18/2024
- by Lewis Glazebrook
- ScreenRant.com
Leia Organa's iconic outfit in Star Wars was inspired by Lady Guinevere from Arthurian legend. Leia also paralleled Guinevere's story with her capture in A New Hope, though she changed the timeless legend significantly. Leia's character may have been inspired by Guinevere, but the changes she made to the historic story helped make Leia such an iconic and influential character.
George Lucas drew inspiration from many different sources for Star Wars, but the idea for Leia Organa's timeless outfit, as well as several elements of her character introduced in A New Hope, made her an icon of the entire franchise. Leia had several stunning outfits throughout Star Wars, but perhaps her most recognizable was the one she wore throughout A New Hope. That outfit helped turn her into one of the best characters in A New Hope, and it owes a lot to a forgotten inspiration.
Lucas's imagination was...
George Lucas drew inspiration from many different sources for Star Wars, but the idea for Leia Organa's timeless outfit, as well as several elements of her character introduced in A New Hope, made her an icon of the entire franchise. Leia had several stunning outfits throughout Star Wars, but perhaps her most recognizable was the one she wore throughout A New Hope. That outfit helped turn her into one of the best characters in A New Hope, and it owes a lot to a forgotten inspiration.
Lucas's imagination was...
- 3/18/2024
- by Sean Morrison
- ScreenRant.com
Heed my warning: never ask a "Star Wars" animation fan if you should watch shows like "The Clone Wars" and "Star Wars Rebels" unless you're prepared to get your ear talked off. For all of the franchise's high points in live-action, something about animation just fits a galaxy far, far away smoother than Lando Calrissian playing a game of Sabacc. Animated "Star Wars" projects are able to go weirder and wilder, bringing bizarre non-humans to life in a convincing way that's hard to translate into the real world. It's why I'm relieved that "Rebels" co-creator and current Lucasfilm Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni has so far allowed the Bendu to remain purely in the animated realm.
The Bendu, for those who are not familiar, looks a little like a cross between a buffalo, a rock monolith, and Gimli from "The Lord of the Rings." This enigmatic, giant entity -- who's...
The Bendu, for those who are not familiar, looks a little like a cross between a buffalo, a rock monolith, and Gimli from "The Lord of the Rings." This enigmatic, giant entity -- who's...
- 3/18/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
The Acolyte takes Star Wars back to its roots with new characters and a Sith-focused storyline, offering a fresh start for the franchise. Set 100 years before most of the well-known characters, the show introduces a new era, creating a unique space for fans old and new to explore. With a focus on Jedi-Sith conflict and lightsaber battles, The Acolyte aims to revive the dwindling interest in Star Wars among audiences.
As the Star Wars franchise has grown and expanded over the last decade since Disney purchased Lucasfilm, many of the stories told within the galaxy far, far away have also begun to feel more similar to one another. Whether it's movies like Solo: A Star Wars Story and Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker or series like Ahsoka and Obi-Wan Kenobi, the franchise has primarily centered around many of its most iconic and fan-favorite characters.
While a few stories have deviated from this approach,...
As the Star Wars franchise has grown and expanded over the last decade since Disney purchased Lucasfilm, many of the stories told within the galaxy far, far away have also begun to feel more similar to one another. Whether it's movies like Solo: A Star Wars Story and Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker or series like Ahsoka and Obi-Wan Kenobi, the franchise has primarily centered around many of its most iconic and fan-favorite characters.
While a few stories have deviated from this approach,...
- 3/16/2024
- by Kyle Kruske
- MovieWeb
Christopher Walken can currently be seen as the Emperor of the Known Universe in "Dune: Part Two," but once upon a time in a galaxy far, far away, the quirky actor had a chance to appear in another huge sci-fi epic. As Walken himself recently told Vanity Fair, he auditioned for the role of Han Solo in the first "Star Wars" film, aka "Star Wars: A New Hope." Of course, Walken didn't get the part — and it's hard to imagine anyone other than Harrison Ford playing the loveable rogue.
To hear Walken tell it, he auditioned for the part along with a wealth of other actors, so it's not clear how close he came to actually landing the role of Han Solo. In other words, lots of people were being considered for the film, and Walken was just one name of many on a list of auditioning actors. But interestingly enough,...
To hear Walken tell it, he auditioned for the part along with a wealth of other actors, so it's not clear how close he came to actually landing the role of Han Solo. In other words, lots of people were being considered for the film, and Walken was just one name of many on a list of auditioning actors. But interestingly enough,...
- 3/16/2024
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
As the first Star Wars movie, A New Hope has created many memorable and highly impactful quotes. The wit and personalities of various characters, including Obi-Wan Kenobi and Princess Leia, find their foundation in these quotes. Some of these quotes are not only iconic, but also fundamental to the Star Wars franchise.
The 10 most iconic lines in A New Hope demonstrate the significant impact the movie had not only on the Star Wars franchise but also on pop culture more generally. When Star Wars, now also known as A New Hope, was released in 1977, it wasn't yet part of the incredible franchise Star Wars ultimately became. In fact, as the first of Star Wars' movies and TV shows, A New Hope had a major hill to climb that was a true make-or-break moment for George Lucas' vision.
However, the most significant quotes from A New Hope show why the movie...
The 10 most iconic lines in A New Hope demonstrate the significant impact the movie had not only on the Star Wars franchise but also on pop culture more generally. When Star Wars, now also known as A New Hope, was released in 1977, it wasn't yet part of the incredible franchise Star Wars ultimately became. In fact, as the first of Star Wars' movies and TV shows, A New Hope had a major hill to climb that was a true make-or-break moment for George Lucas' vision.
However, the most significant quotes from A New Hope show why the movie...
- 3/16/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant.com
On the 25th Anniversary of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace earned accolades and respect it didn't get upon release. Before The Phantom Menace, Return of the Jedi was considered the "bad" Star Wars film, mostly by older fans, but that changed. Fan attitudes about both films changed with time, which begs the question about Star Wars movies getting better with age.
A quarter century ago, fans of the galaxy far, far away were finally taken back to the universe that captured their imaginations as children. Similarly, the children of the day had their own epic saga of Jedi and Sith to look forward to. On the 25th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace it's worth examining whether the controversial film from George Lucas has gotten better with age.
In 1983, Return of the Jedi showed audiences Luke Skywalker ascending to take on the mantle of his father before him,...
A quarter century ago, fans of the galaxy far, far away were finally taken back to the universe that captured their imaginations as children. Similarly, the children of the day had their own epic saga of Jedi and Sith to look forward to. On the 25th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace it's worth examining whether the controversial film from George Lucas has gotten better with age.
In 1983, Return of the Jedi showed audiences Luke Skywalker ascending to take on the mantle of his father before him,...
- 3/16/2024
- by Joshua M. Patton
- Comic Book Resources
Ahsoka Tano was a comparatively late addition to the Star Wars universe, but she quickly became a fan favorite. After her defining stint in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, she has gone on to play a significant role in galactic events, including the prelude to the Galactic Civil War in Star Wars: Rebels. She was even active in the efforts to rebuild the Republic in her own self-titled TV series. In the process, she's grown into one of the saga's most indispensable characters, and her clear moral compass serves as a constant source of hope whenever she appears.
Considering her longevity, Ahsoka's absence during the Galactic Civil War itself is a notable one. Ahsoka is one of the last benevolent Force users to remember the days of the old Republic, even as the new one built in the wake of the Empire begins to make fatal mistakes of its own.
Considering her longevity, Ahsoka's absence during the Galactic Civil War itself is a notable one. Ahsoka is one of the last benevolent Force users to remember the days of the old Republic, even as the new one built in the wake of the Empire begins to make fatal mistakes of its own.
- 3/15/2024
- by Robert Vaux
- Comic Book Resources
Warning! This post contains Spoilers for Star Wars: Thrawn- Alliances #2
Darth Vader once used his cape as a strategic defense against attackers in the Star Wars canon, surprising both his and Grand Admiral Thrawn's attackers with its effectiveness. Other Sith Lords could potentially similarly use their own capes for practical protection and escape. Vader's cape serves as more than just a fashion statement beyond this impressive Star Wars feat, providing him with blaster-resistant protection as its made from a special armor-weave fabric.
Darth Vader has proven in the Star Wars galaxy that the average Sith Lord has a secret weapon beyond the dark side of the Force. As seen in the comic book adaptation of the novel Thrawn Alliances, Lord Vader is on a mission set before the events of A New Hope, having been paired with Grand Admiral Thrawn by the Emperor himself. To that end, Darth Vader...
Darth Vader once used his cape as a strategic defense against attackers in the Star Wars canon, surprising both his and Grand Admiral Thrawn's attackers with its effectiveness. Other Sith Lords could potentially similarly use their own capes for practical protection and escape. Vader's cape serves as more than just a fashion statement beyond this impressive Star Wars feat, providing him with blaster-resistant protection as its made from a special armor-weave fabric.
Darth Vader has proven in the Star Wars galaxy that the average Sith Lord has a secret weapon beyond the dark side of the Force. As seen in the comic book adaptation of the novel Thrawn Alliances, Lord Vader is on a mission set before the events of A New Hope, having been paired with Grand Admiral Thrawn by the Emperor himself. To that end, Darth Vader...
- 3/14/2024
- by Kevin Erdmann
- ScreenRant.com
Quick Links Supporting The Last Samurai Sanada's Life's Work Embodies Samurai Culture The Shgun Of His Own Show Hiroyuki Sanada came to Hollywood swinging in 2003 as the samurai Ujio in The Last Samurai. Sanada was built for Samurai roles; from learning Kendo at an early age to playing historical roles that paralleled the ones he portrays in Shgun. His life's work of martial arts and acting whilst bridging cultures has come to a high point as he headlines and produces Shgun.
The stories and mythos behind the Samurai have excited Hollywood audiences for over half a century. Akira Kurosawa's Samurai films from Japan had their plots lifted and used for Hollywood's spaghetti westerns, a famous example being The Seven Samurai being western-coded into The Magnificent Seven. It's also no secret that George Lucas loved Kurosawa films and used Hidden Fortress to inspire the plot of Star Wars: A New Hope.
The stories and mythos behind the Samurai have excited Hollywood audiences for over half a century. Akira Kurosawa's Samurai films from Japan had their plots lifted and used for Hollywood's spaghetti westerns, a famous example being The Seven Samurai being western-coded into The Magnificent Seven. It's also no secret that George Lucas loved Kurosawa films and used Hidden Fortress to inspire the plot of Star Wars: A New Hope.
- 3/14/2024
- by Christian Petrozza
- Comic Book Resources
Quick Links What Event Caused Ahsoka Tano to Quit the Jedi Order? Ahsoka Heeded the Call of the Living Force by Leaving the Jedi Abandoning the Jedi Order Allowed Ahsoka to Continue Doing the Force's Work Ahsoka's Faith in the Force Helped Her Regain Her Trust in the Jedi
When Star Wars: The Clone Wars first introduced Anakin Skywalker's padawan learner, fans were intrigued about this character and certain about how her story would end. She wasn't in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, so they expected her to die or disappear before the events of that film. What Ahsoka Tano fans didn't expect, however, was for her to leave the Jedi Order before the war's end. During the flashback sequence in the live-action series, Ariana Greenblatt's performance as the younger Ahsoka drove home for fans that she was, essentially, a child soldier. She wasn't the only one,...
When Star Wars: The Clone Wars first introduced Anakin Skywalker's padawan learner, fans were intrigued about this character and certain about how her story would end. She wasn't in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, so they expected her to die or disappear before the events of that film. What Ahsoka Tano fans didn't expect, however, was for her to leave the Jedi Order before the war's end. During the flashback sequence in the live-action series, Ariana Greenblatt's performance as the younger Ahsoka drove home for fans that she was, essentially, a child soldier. She wasn't the only one,...
- 3/14/2024
- by Joshua M. Patton
- Comic Book Resources
Despite being one of Star Wars' most serious movies, The Empire Strikes Back has plenty of humor hidden within it. With Han and Leia often sassing one another, their dynamic lifts the spirits of the movie, even in tense and dramatic moments. Some characters, such as Yoda and Darth Vader, unexpectedly bring some humorous moments of their own with chaotic quotes.
The 10 most chaotic quotes in The Empire Strikes Back show that, although the movie is one of Star Wars' more serious projects, it is nevertheless full of humor and wit. While characters like Princess Leia and Han Solo are known for their sharp tongues and quick comebacks, The Empire Strikes Back proves that it wasn't only the beloved heroes of the Star Wars original trilogy who had a few snappy lines. In fact, while The Empire Strikes Back is one of Star Wars' best movies, it also happens to be one of its funniest.
The 10 most chaotic quotes in The Empire Strikes Back show that, although the movie is one of Star Wars' more serious projects, it is nevertheless full of humor and wit. While characters like Princess Leia and Han Solo are known for their sharp tongues and quick comebacks, The Empire Strikes Back proves that it wasn't only the beloved heroes of the Star Wars original trilogy who had a few snappy lines. In fact, while The Empire Strikes Back is one of Star Wars' best movies, it also happens to be one of its funniest.
- 3/14/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant.com
Two new Vintage Collection Star Wars figures featuring Darth Vader and stormtroopers, iconic symbols in the franchise, are coming from Hasbro. These figures are designed based on their debut in A New Hope, placing a focus on the villains of the Star Wars galaxy. Both figures reflect the long history and menacing power of Darth Vader and stormtroopers in the Star Wars universe.
Hasbro has officially announced brand-new Star Wars: The Vintage Collection action figures of Star Wars Sith Lord Darth Vader and the Imperial stormtroopers. Among all the Star Wars TV shows and movies, these figures represent two of the most iconic symbols in the franchise. Both are designed based on their appearance in A New Hope, which was the debut of Darth Vader and the Imperial stormtroopers and one of Star Wars' best movies.
Related Every Star Wars Character Who Knew Anakin Was Darth Vader Darth Vader's true...
Hasbro has officially announced brand-new Star Wars: The Vintage Collection action figures of Star Wars Sith Lord Darth Vader and the Imperial stormtroopers. Among all the Star Wars TV shows and movies, these figures represent two of the most iconic symbols in the franchise. Both are designed based on their appearance in A New Hope, which was the debut of Darth Vader and the Imperial stormtroopers and one of Star Wars' best movies.
Related Every Star Wars Character Who Knew Anakin Was Darth Vader Darth Vader's true...
- 3/13/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant.com
If the original "Star Wars" established Darth Vader as one of the most fearsome and instantly iconic villains of all time, then "The Empire Strikes Back" was the one tasked with showing us why he was worthy to continue wearing that crown moving forward -- and that wouldn't have been possible without one hapless supporting character who, despite a minimum of screen time, ended up taking on a life of his own among the passionate fanbase.
Actor Michael Culver sadly passed away at the age of 85 this past February (as only recently reported by Independent), leaving behind a legacy that spanned years of theater work, a significant role in the "Return of Sherlock Holmes" drama series, his memorable performance in David Lean's Oscar-winning "A Passage to India," and, of course, one of the most famous character deaths in all of fiction. As the doomed Imperial Captain Lorth Needa, Culver portrayed...
Actor Michael Culver sadly passed away at the age of 85 this past February (as only recently reported by Independent), leaving behind a legacy that spanned years of theater work, a significant role in the "Return of Sherlock Holmes" drama series, his memorable performance in David Lean's Oscar-winning "A Passage to India," and, of course, one of the most famous character deaths in all of fiction. As the doomed Imperial Captain Lorth Needa, Culver portrayed...
- 3/13/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
The Bad Batch Season 3 brings Clone Force 99 in contact with Echo and Rex's group working to save the clones. While allies, these two groups aren't working together on the same mission, even though it seems like they should. With Omega being the primary target for Doctor Hemlock and the Empire, they may have to join forces after all.
The following contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3, Episode 6. "Infiltration," and Episode 7 "Extraction," which are now streaming on Disney+.
The third and final season of The Bad Batch picks up right where the finale left off, with Omega in the clutches of the Empire at Mount Tantiss. There, she toils each day with her genetic sister Dr. Emerie Karr and Nala Se, the Kaminoan scientist who created her. Also at the base are dozens of clone troopers who have been decommissioned from serving the Empire. Perhaps, if...
The following contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3, Episode 6. "Infiltration," and Episode 7 "Extraction," which are now streaming on Disney+.
The third and final season of The Bad Batch picks up right where the finale left off, with Omega in the clutches of the Empire at Mount Tantiss. There, she toils each day with her genetic sister Dr. Emerie Karr and Nala Se, the Kaminoan scientist who created her. Also at the base are dozens of clone troopers who have been decommissioned from serving the Empire. Perhaps, if...
- 3/13/2024
- by Joshua M. Patton
- Comic Book Resources
Warning! This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3.
Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 explores the origins of the Rebel Alliance, showcasing the early fight against the Empire. Clone Captain Rex is revealed as a key player in the Rebellion, joining forces with Senators to resist Palpatine's rule. Bail Organa's involvement in the early Rebel Alliance remains a mystery, hinting at a potential cameo in future episodes.
Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 is showing the origins of the Rebel Alliance, 47 years after A New Hope was released. Given that it was introduced in the first film in the franchise, Star Wars' Rebel Alliance has a long history. From its exploration throughout the original trilogy to the hints at its formation in the prequels, the Rebellion has long been one of the franchise's central factions. Upon the release of The Bad Batch season 3's trailer, one...
Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 explores the origins of the Rebel Alliance, showcasing the early fight against the Empire. Clone Captain Rex is revealed as a key player in the Rebellion, joining forces with Senators to resist Palpatine's rule. Bail Organa's involvement in the early Rebel Alliance remains a mystery, hinting at a potential cameo in future episodes.
Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 is showing the origins of the Rebel Alliance, 47 years after A New Hope was released. Given that it was introduced in the first film in the franchise, Star Wars' Rebel Alliance has a long history. From its exploration throughout the original trilogy to the hints at its formation in the prequels, the Rebellion has long been one of the franchise's central factions. Upon the release of The Bad Batch season 3's trailer, one...
- 3/13/2024
- by Lewis Glazebrook
- ScreenRant.com
This article contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" season 3, episode 6 and episode 7, "Infiltration" and "Extraction."
We got two brand new episodes of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" this week, and they offered us some of the most dire situations Clone Force 99 has been in, forcing us to wonder how many "Batchers" are going to make it through this third and final season. They only get through "Infiltration" and "Extraction" by the skin of their teeth, but it's worth remembering that we haven't seen any hint of them in the future of the "Star Wars" galaxy. That's not to say they can't make it through; Ahsoka Tano and most of the crew from "Star Wars Rebels" certainly proved that a wide array of characters can remain off-screen for important events and have a compelling story to tell once they re-enter the universe. There's every chance the Bad Batch could fall into that category,...
We got two brand new episodes of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" this week, and they offered us some of the most dire situations Clone Force 99 has been in, forcing us to wonder how many "Batchers" are going to make it through this third and final season. They only get through "Infiltration" and "Extraction" by the skin of their teeth, but it's worth remembering that we haven't seen any hint of them in the future of the "Star Wars" galaxy. That's not to say they can't make it through; Ahsoka Tano and most of the crew from "Star Wars Rebels" certainly proved that a wide array of characters can remain off-screen for important events and have a compelling story to tell once they re-enter the universe. There's every chance the Bad Batch could fall into that category,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
For over 30 years, Mark Hamill voiced DC’s Clown Prince of Crime in varied endeavors, starting from the very beloved Batman: The Animated Series. Although the likelihood of the Star Wars actor ever returning to the role is minimal in light of Kevin Conroy’s passing, there’s one person to thank behind his iteration of the Batman arch-nemesis coming into existence in the first place.
And funnily enough, it almost seems fateful that it was none other than Michael Keaton, one of the actors who embodied The Caped Crusader in live-action films, albeit to initial flak.
Mark Hamill in Batman: The Animated Series (1992). Credit: Warner Bros. Animation
In an interview, Hamill recollected how Keaton’s then-contentious selection to play Batman at the time helped him contend for the voice-acting role of the Joker.
The controversy proved to be a boost to his confidence, as Hamill himself felt assured that,...
And funnily enough, it almost seems fateful that it was none other than Michael Keaton, one of the actors who embodied The Caped Crusader in live-action films, albeit to initial flak.
Mark Hamill in Batman: The Animated Series (1992). Credit: Warner Bros. Animation
In an interview, Hamill recollected how Keaton’s then-contentious selection to play Batman at the time helped him contend for the voice-acting role of the Joker.
The controversy proved to be a boost to his confidence, as Hamill himself felt assured that,...
- 3/13/2024
- by Debdipta Bhattacharya
- FandomWire
2024 is bound to be a year of change, at least as far as Disney goes. After several big-budget MCU productions failed in 2023 and were met with a lukewarm reception, Bob Iger himself stated that they will definitely focus on quality over quantity in the future and will scale down their content production. We also know that there are over 20 MCU projects in development or rumored to be in development, and the Star Wars universe also has a full slate of upcoming shows & movies, most of them announced during the 2023 Star Wars Celebration event. Now in recent news, Disney+ confirmed several of those upcoming projects, and most of them are scheduled to be released in 2024 let’s see what they are:
1. ‘X-Men ’97’ — March 20
‘X-Men ’97’ arrives on the platform with the first two episodes on March 20, 2024. The show will consist of 10 episodes with an average 30-minute runtime. Due to it...
1. ‘X-Men ’97’ — March 20
‘X-Men ’97’ arrives on the platform with the first two episodes on March 20, 2024. The show will consist of 10 episodes with an average 30-minute runtime. Due to it...
- 3/12/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Star Wars has quite a list of projects in the works currently, from Mangold’s new Star Wars film that takes place thousands of years in the past to Waititi’s undisclosed project that he claimed “will piss off the fans.’ There’s also a new movie focusing on Rey’s restoration of the Jedi order 15 years in the future, which won’t, according to the rumors, lead to a new trilogy but will rather be a standalone movie. Additionally, Filoni is actively working on the development of ‘Ahsoka’ Season 2, among other upcoming projects.
In this sea of upcoming projects, fans were consistently asking about ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ season 2. Ewan McGregor shed some light on the potential future of the series during his The Tonight Show appearance with his wife, Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
For me, I have no news to tell, I’m waiting for the call. I don’t know if its happening.
In this sea of upcoming projects, fans were consistently asking about ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ season 2. Ewan McGregor shed some light on the potential future of the series during his The Tonight Show appearance with his wife, Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
For me, I have no news to tell, I’m waiting for the call. I don’t know if its happening.
- 3/12/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Some alien races introduced in Star Wars A New Hope have been explored in depth in other franchise material, such as the Duros and Devaronian. Despite the numerous references and lore built around props like blue milk, the Bocce language and its origin have remained largely unexplored. The absence of follow-up on Bocce and the race associated with it in the Star Wars franchise is a curious anomaly that may be addressed in future projects.
47 years after Star Wars A New Hope was released in the theater, the franchise has yet to follow up on a supposedly common alien race in the galaxy. Dozens of the species introduced in A New Hope have resurfaced and reappeared throughout other Star Wars material. For example, the Duros race seen in the Mos Eisley Cantina has become far more recognized thanks to famed bounty hunter Cad Bane from Star Wars: The Clone Wars...
47 years after Star Wars A New Hope was released in the theater, the franchise has yet to follow up on a supposedly common alien race in the galaxy. Dozens of the species introduced in A New Hope have resurfaced and reappeared throughout other Star Wars material. For example, the Duros race seen in the Mos Eisley Cantina has become far more recognized thanks to famed bounty hunter Cad Bane from Star Wars: The Clone Wars...
- 3/12/2024
- by Corey Larson
- ScreenRant.com
Lucas feared The Empire Strikes Back would ruin Star Wars, but it actually secured the franchise's future with darker themes and famous plot twist. George Lucas stressed the necessity for the sequel to surpass its predecessor - A New Hope - as the success of the franchise depended on it. The Empire Strikes Back not only expanded the Star Wars universe with new characters and settings but also introduced groundbreaking visual effects.
George Lucas was terrified that The Empire Strikes Back would lead to Star Wars' ruin. Star Wars has become one of the most popular science fiction/science fantasy franchises of all time. This is no wonder, as despite the writing receiving criticism over the years, the creativity and sheer scope of the universe that Lucas created is nothing short of remarkable. What began with just three movies has grown into an almost 50-year-long franchise that's still going strong,...
George Lucas was terrified that The Empire Strikes Back would lead to Star Wars' ruin. Star Wars has become one of the most popular science fiction/science fantasy franchises of all time. This is no wonder, as despite the writing receiving criticism over the years, the creativity and sheer scope of the universe that Lucas created is nothing short of remarkable. What began with just three movies has grown into an almost 50-year-long franchise that's still going strong,...
- 3/11/2024
- by Breanna Tauschek
- ScreenRant.com
Leia's outfits reflect her evolution from princess to general, showcasing her multifaceted character in the Star Wars universe. Her outfits often served as extensions of her bold personality, and they served well as a visual storytelling device. Leia's best outfits include her blue dress in The Force Awakens, her Endor camouflage, and her classic robes and space buns from A New Hope.
Princess Leia Organa has had some iconic outfits in her Star Wars appearances, but only 10 can be considered the best. Leia was an iconic character and part of what made the original trilogy of Star Wars movies so enduring, and much of that is owed to Carrie Fisher for her stellar performance through the years. Leia was a complex and multidimensional character, and that was showcased in her phenomenal costume design. Her best outfits reflect every side of her, from her elegant nature as a royal of...
Princess Leia Organa has had some iconic outfits in her Star Wars appearances, but only 10 can be considered the best. Leia was an iconic character and part of what made the original trilogy of Star Wars movies so enduring, and much of that is owed to Carrie Fisher for her stellar performance through the years. Leia was a complex and multidimensional character, and that was showcased in her phenomenal costume design. Her best outfits reflect every side of her, from her elegant nature as a royal of...
- 3/11/2024
- by Sean Morrison
- ScreenRant.com
3Po's near abandonment of R2 is heartbreaking given the prequels, highlighting Lucas' problematic handling of their memories. Luke is surrounded by lies in A New Hope, including C-3Po's willingness to leave R2 behind due to his memory wipe in Episode III. R2's memory retention, in contrast to 3Po's wipe, raises questions about Lucas' narrative consistency in the original Star Wars trilogy.
One seemingly innocuous scene in A New Hope was made more tragic by the context added in the Star Wars prequels. Before Lucas retitled Star Wars as A New Hope, many of the scenes included in the film made a lot of sense. While many still do, several elements of the film have been retconned over decades of sequels, prequels, and spin-offs.
This has long been a norm for the Star Wars franchise, which has often thrived in its ability to retcon stories as new tales are told.
One seemingly innocuous scene in A New Hope was made more tragic by the context added in the Star Wars prequels. Before Lucas retitled Star Wars as A New Hope, many of the scenes included in the film made a lot of sense. While many still do, several elements of the film have been retconned over decades of sequels, prequels, and spin-offs.
This has long been a norm for the Star Wars franchise, which has often thrived in its ability to retcon stories as new tales are told.
- 3/11/2024
- by Lewis Glazebrook
- ScreenRant.com
Multiple new Star Wars movies will explore different characters and timelines to address unfinished storylines. The upcoming films can interconnect storylines to create a cohesive universe in the Star Wars galaxy. Some potential storylines to be addressed in the new films include candidates for the New Jedi Order, the Imperial Remnant, and Lando's missing daughter.
Four new Star Wars movies will be released in the next few years, creating multiple opportunities to continue unfinished storylines. Rather than telling one story across a trilogy, each new Star Wars movie will focus on different characters at various points in the timeline from 25,000 years before A New Hope to 15 years after Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. This will give the filmmakers freedom to tell different stories and address lingering questions from the previous Star Wars movies and TV shows.
The new movies can also continue storylines that connect to each other, making...
Four new Star Wars movies will be released in the next few years, creating multiple opportunities to continue unfinished storylines. Rather than telling one story across a trilogy, each new Star Wars movie will focus on different characters at various points in the timeline from 25,000 years before A New Hope to 15 years after Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. This will give the filmmakers freedom to tell different stories and address lingering questions from the previous Star Wars movies and TV shows.
The new movies can also continue storylines that connect to each other, making...
- 3/10/2024
- by Nathaniel Roark
- ScreenRant.com
The Empire Strikes Back made a huge impact on cinema history and set the standard for what sequels should look like. The unforgettable plot twist and shocking ending left audiences desperate for a sequel, setting the bar for movie cliffhangers. This film introduced new characters flawlessly, showed space can be serious, and kept secrets well, setting a high standard for future franchises.
Star Wars' second-ever installment, The Empire Strikes Back, not only helped to make Star Wars what it is today but also had a massive impact on cinema history, changing it forever in several key ways. While the Star Wars watch order can be somewhat subjective, The Empire Strikes Back at the time marked the franchise's first sequel. Because sequels can be so difficult to pull off, the stakes were high for the movie; however, somehow, George Lucas managed to create the perfect sequel, with many considering it to be Star Wars' best movie.
Star Wars' second-ever installment, The Empire Strikes Back, not only helped to make Star Wars what it is today but also had a massive impact on cinema history, changing it forever in several key ways. While the Star Wars watch order can be somewhat subjective, The Empire Strikes Back at the time marked the franchise's first sequel. Because sequels can be so difficult to pull off, the stakes were high for the movie; however, somehow, George Lucas managed to create the perfect sequel, with many considering it to be Star Wars' best movie.
- 3/10/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant.com
Originally, The Empire Strikes Back was going to end on a bleaker note, but another scene was added to make the ending more hopeful. The darker ending may have been more fitting for The Empire Strikes Back due to the characters' struggles throughout the film. Other Star Wars' projects, like the Sequel trilogy and many Disney+ series, have also embraced a darker tone, striking more of a balance in the franchise.
The following contains spoilers for various Star Wars properties, including recent franchise entries such as Andor and The Bad Batch.
Even after 11 live-action movies and an ever-growing list of shows, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back still stands as the pinnacle of the Star Wars franchise. The 1980 sequel perfectly took the groundwork of Star Wars: A New Hope and developed it further, adding some huge twists and turns in the process. Although clearly one of the darker movies in the franchise,...
The following contains spoilers for various Star Wars properties, including recent franchise entries such as Andor and The Bad Batch.
Even after 11 live-action movies and an ever-growing list of shows, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back still stands as the pinnacle of the Star Wars franchise. The 1980 sequel perfectly took the groundwork of Star Wars: A New Hope and developed it further, adding some huge twists and turns in the process. Although clearly one of the darker movies in the franchise,...
- 3/10/2024
- by Timothy Donohoo, Ajay Aravind, Robert Vaux, Ben Hardwick, Katie Doll, Kieran Loughlin
- Comic Book Resources
A potential untold story between Darth Vader and Princess Leia is hinted at in the first scenes of A New Hope. Leia's first words to Vader imply a history between the two, sparking theories on her Force sensitivity and the unexplored past between the two. Could Leia and Vader have crossed paths before? Clues from their interactions suggest a deeper connection waiting to be explored.
The opening scenes of A New Hope may hint at an untold story between Darth Vader and Princess Leia. As many are away thanks to the events of both Return of the Jedi and the Star Wars prequel trilogy, Leia is the daughter of Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader. However, when watching the Star Wars movies in release order, the first meeting between the Alderanian princess and the Dark Lord of the Sith does not make this clear.
Regardless, these scenes still hint at a potential history between the two.
The opening scenes of A New Hope may hint at an untold story between Darth Vader and Princess Leia. As many are away thanks to the events of both Return of the Jedi and the Star Wars prequel trilogy, Leia is the daughter of Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader. However, when watching the Star Wars movies in release order, the first meeting between the Alderanian princess and the Dark Lord of the Sith does not make this clear.
Regardless, these scenes still hint at a potential history between the two.
- 3/10/2024
- by Lewis Glazebrook
- ScreenRant.com
While it seems impossible to imagine now, there was a time when Star Wars wasn’t one of the biggest franchises in entertainment. The ballooning budget, complex special effects, and fears that it was nothing more than a silly kid's film caused 20th Century Fox to worry that the original film, directed by a New Hollywood maverick named George Lucas, would flop. Instead, the studio put most of its energy behind The Other Side of Midnight, even going as far as to demand that all theaters that wanted it also had to order Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope, known then simply as Star Wars, in an attempt to lessen any potential losses.
- 3/10/2024
- by Matthew Mosley
- Collider.com
Darth Vader learns Luke Skywalker is his son shortly after A New Hope in canon and Legends comics. In canon, the reveal occurs in Marvel's Star Wars #6, where Vader vows to make Luke join him. In Legends, Vader's discovery is shown in Marvel's Star Wars #35, later expanded in Star Wars: Vader’s Quest.
Darth Vader revealing himself as Luke Skywalker's father is one of the best plot twists in cinema, but when did the Sith Lord learn that the Rebel pilot is his son in the Star Wars saga? As is often the case, there is a different answer in each Star Wars timeline, with Legends telling the story in two properties and canon showing it in a single one. In both cases, Vader’s discovery of Luke's identity happens shortly after the events of A New Hope.
While Darth Vader’s obsession with Luke Skywalker in The Empire Strikes Back...
Darth Vader revealing himself as Luke Skywalker's father is one of the best plot twists in cinema, but when did the Sith Lord learn that the Rebel pilot is his son in the Star Wars saga? As is often the case, there is a different answer in each Star Wars timeline, with Legends telling the story in two properties and canon showing it in a single one. In both cases, Vader’s discovery of Luke's identity happens shortly after the events of A New Hope.
While Darth Vader’s obsession with Luke Skywalker in The Empire Strikes Back...
- 3/9/2024
- by David Miller
- ScreenRant.com
Ezra Bridger's defeat of Thrawn impacted the Empire's downfall Thrawn's exile played a role in the resurrection of the Empire, Palpatine, and the rise of the First Order Ahsoka was able to become who she was always meant to be because of the Star Wars Rebels finale
Six years ago, the Star Wars Rebels finale, “Family Reunion – and Farewell,” had massive implications for the future of the franchise. Star Wars Rebels focused on the Ghost crew, a small, tight-knit group of Rebels making waves against the Empire from a planet in the Outer Rim known as Lothal. With two Jedi, a Mandalorian, an ace Twi’lek pilot, a skilled warrior, and a gleefully violent droid, the Ghost crew managed to deal the Empire some much-needed damage – in the end, they were arguably instrumental in its downfall.
Now that Star Wars has expanded its television offerings with Disney+, Star Wars Rebels...
Six years ago, the Star Wars Rebels finale, “Family Reunion – and Farewell,” had massive implications for the future of the franchise. Star Wars Rebels focused on the Ghost crew, a small, tight-knit group of Rebels making waves against the Empire from a planet in the Outer Rim known as Lothal. With two Jedi, a Mandalorian, an ace Twi’lek pilot, a skilled warrior, and a gleefully violent droid, the Ghost crew managed to deal the Empire some much-needed damage – in the end, they were arguably instrumental in its downfall.
Now that Star Wars has expanded its television offerings with Disney+, Star Wars Rebels...
- 3/9/2024
- by El Kuiper
- ScreenRant.com
Dune: Part Two star Christopher Walken recently opened up on how he nearly joined another space franchise as he auditioned for the role of Han Solo in 1976.
Speaking with Variety as part of the promotional campaign for the Dune sequel, Walken was asked about his audition for Star Wars in front of creator George Lucas nearly 50 years ago. “I think it was for Han Solo,” Walken remembered regarding his audition. “Yes, I auditioned for it. And if I’m not mistaken, my partner in the audition…was Jodie Foster [as Princess Leia]. I think we did a screen test.”
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Walken went on to comment about how he was one of many actors to audition for the film. “I did audition for Star Wars,...
Speaking with Variety as part of the promotional campaign for the Dune sequel, Walken was asked about his audition for Star Wars in front of creator George Lucas nearly 50 years ago. “I think it was for Han Solo,” Walken remembered regarding his audition. “Yes, I auditioned for it. And if I’m not mistaken, my partner in the audition…was Jodie Foster [as Princess Leia]. I think we did a screen test.”
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Walken went on to comment about how he was one of many actors to audition for the film. “I did audition for Star Wars,...
- 3/9/2024
- by Josh Bate
- Comic Book Resources
Leia's description of the Clone Wars hinted at a different Jedi structure where they served rulers directly. The prequel trilogy's take on the Clone Wars showcased a better Jedi Order, an institution independent of politicians. Leia's description represented the Jedi's political downfall, mainly concerning the Jedi Council's close ties to politicians.
Princess Leia's description of the Clone Wars in A New Hope was entirely different from the Clone Wars depicted in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, but that's probably for the best. With A New Hope, George Lucas accomplished an incredible amount of world-building, and The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi continued to flesh out the galaxy far, far away. However, the prequel movies had more gaps to fill, and they didn't always adhere to the groundwork laid by the original trilogy.
The prequel movies included some of Star Wars' biggest retcons, which makes sense given...
Princess Leia's description of the Clone Wars in A New Hope was entirely different from the Clone Wars depicted in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, but that's probably for the best. With A New Hope, George Lucas accomplished an incredible amount of world-building, and The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi continued to flesh out the galaxy far, far away. However, the prequel movies had more gaps to fill, and they didn't always adhere to the groundwork laid by the original trilogy.
The prequel movies included some of Star Wars' biggest retcons, which makes sense given...
- 3/9/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant.com
Back in 2003, when the original Star Wars trilogy began airing on TV in Chile, broadcasters opted to edit the commercials in instead of cutting to them. The result is a hilarious and beer-filled experience of the iconic trilogy.
One X user first posted the clip which shows ads for “Cerveza Cristal” – a Chilean beer company that has been around since 1850 – edited right into scenes from A New Hope. For longtime fans of the original trilogy, it’s equally bizarre and gut-achingly funny to see scenes that look totally familiar suddenly be interrupted by an ad for Cerveza Cristal. The ads are going viral with fans calling for Lucasfilm to "release the Cerveza Cristal cut."
Around 2003 in Chile, when the original trilogy of Star Wars began airing on television there, they did this funny thing to avoid cutting to commercial breaks. They stitched the commercials into the films themselves. Here is one of them,...
One X user first posted the clip which shows ads for “Cerveza Cristal” – a Chilean beer company that has been around since 1850 – edited right into scenes from A New Hope. For longtime fans of the original trilogy, it’s equally bizarre and gut-achingly funny to see scenes that look totally familiar suddenly be interrupted by an ad for Cerveza Cristal. The ads are going viral with fans calling for Lucasfilm to "release the Cerveza Cristal cut."
Around 2003 in Chile, when the original trilogy of Star Wars began airing on television there, they did this funny thing to avoid cutting to commercial breaks. They stitched the commercials into the films themselves. Here is one of them,...
- 3/9/2024
- by Marcello Massone
- Comic Book Resources
Anthony Daniels reveals he wanted to honor Alec Guinness as C-3Po in Ahsoka, repeating an iconic line from A New Hope. Daniels reportedly entered the New Republic Senate meeting by stating the line "You don't need to see my identification" after Obi-Wan said the same in the original Star Wars. A home release of Ahsoka could offer bonus features, including a chance for Daniels to see the scene in which he honored his old costar onscreen.
C-3Po star Anthony Daniels has revealed a cut Obi-Wan Kenobi Easter egg that was set to be part of Ahsoka. Daniels' inclusion in Ahsoka was undoubtedly one of the series' biggest surprises. With upcoming Star Wars TV shows set to further explore the New Republic era, it could well be the case that C-3Po's time as an ally to Hera Syndulla continues. This would certainly offer another chance for an appearance in Ahsoka season 2's story,...
C-3Po star Anthony Daniels has revealed a cut Obi-Wan Kenobi Easter egg that was set to be part of Ahsoka. Daniels' inclusion in Ahsoka was undoubtedly one of the series' biggest surprises. With upcoming Star Wars TV shows set to further explore the New Republic era, it could well be the case that C-3Po's time as an ally to Hera Syndulla continues. This would certainly offer another chance for an appearance in Ahsoka season 2's story,...
- 3/8/2024
- by Lewis Glazebrook
- ScreenRant.com
In the vast universe of role recasts in cinema, one stands out as both the most overlooked and the greatest of all. The iconic villain of the Skywalker Saga, Emperor Palpatine, famously played by Ian McDiarmid, didn’t always have his voice and face. Mentioned only in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope and then briefly introduced in Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back, Palpatine was a mixture of people, makeup, and other elements that were meant to give life to the sinister puppeteer behind the machinations of the Galactic Empire. For Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, McDiarmid was brought in to embody the ruthless ruler, with the recast being so effective that he lived on in both the prequel and sequel trilogy, cementing Palpatine’s rule and McDiarmid’s hold of the character for almost 40 years.
- 3/7/2024
- by Mauricio Cueto
- Collider.com
Jabba the Hutt was originally played by a human actor, Declan Mulholland, in 'A New Hope' in a deleted scene. Lucas cut the original scene because of time, budget, and technology restraints, but it was reinserted in 1997 using CGI technology to create Jabba's character. Lucas made several changes to 'A New Hope' over the years, as he often felt that the older movies were too limited by the technology of the day and that CGI could bring them closer to his original vision.
A human actor was on set to play the original Jabba the Hutt in Star Wars: A New Hope, but neither the actor nor the scene made the final cut in 1977. The notorious slug-like gangster is one of the key villains in the Star Wars movies, causing trouble for the galaxy's heroes from the Clone Wars era through the rise of the Galactic Empire.
A human actor was on set to play the original Jabba the Hutt in Star Wars: A New Hope, but neither the actor nor the scene made the final cut in 1977. The notorious slug-like gangster is one of the key villains in the Star Wars movies, causing trouble for the galaxy's heroes from the Clone Wars era through the rise of the Galactic Empire.
- 3/7/2024
- by Daniel DiManna
- ScreenRant.com
Game of Thrones undeniably stands as one of the most influential shows in television history, leaving a lasting impact across various mediums. More than four years after its conclusion, the series remains a significant topic of discussion, though not always for the best reasons. Interestingly enough, one massive mistake by George Lucas might have made Star Wars just like Game of Thrones.
A scene from Game of Thrones
The success of Game of Thrones was rooted in its ability to craft a compelling narrative alongside exceptional world-building, providing fans with something to anticipate for over eight years. Regrettably, the series concluded in a manner widely deemed as one of the worst endings to a show, particularly the final episode of Season 8. This ending significantly impacted the overall excitement and reception the series had garnered, marking a disappointing conclusion for many fans.
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A scene from Game of Thrones
The success of Game of Thrones was rooted in its ability to craft a compelling narrative alongside exceptional world-building, providing fans with something to anticipate for over eight years. Regrettably, the series concluded in a manner widely deemed as one of the worst endings to a show, particularly the final episode of Season 8. This ending significantly impacted the overall excitement and reception the series had garnered, marking a disappointing conclusion for many fans.
Suggested“It is no exaggeration to say that this...
- 3/7/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Star Wars‘ is truly trailblazing in visual sense, but John Williams’ music for Episode IV: A New Hope marked the beginning of something fresh. The legendary composer has created music for the adventures of dinosaur-filled islands (Jurassic Park), the intense realities of war (Saving Private Ryan), and the magical realms of wizards (Harry Potter) but nothing compares to his music for epic space battles (Star Wars).
Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Peter Mayhew, and Derek Lyons in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Williams was requested to compose music for a film that would forever alter the landscape of filmmaking. The skilled composer matched director George Lucas’ vision with an opening theme that perfectly set the tone, grabbing viewers’ attention right from the start. But he would have almost made the same mistake as many Star Wars fans in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope.
1 Fatal Mistake...
Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Peter Mayhew, and Derek Lyons in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Williams was requested to compose music for a film that would forever alter the landscape of filmmaking. The skilled composer matched director George Lucas’ vision with an opening theme that perfectly set the tone, grabbing viewers’ attention right from the start. But he would have almost made the same mistake as many Star Wars fans in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope.
1 Fatal Mistake...
- 3/7/2024
- by Shreya Jha
- FandomWire
Clockwise from top left: Poor Things, Dune: Part Two, Oppenheimer, The Holdovers, Killers Of The Flower MoonPhoto: Searchlight Pictures; Warner Bros. Pictures; Universal Pictures; Focus Features; Apple TV
Unlike Dune prophet Paul Atreides, we don’t have the opportunity to drink the Water of Life and visualize every possible path...
Unlike Dune prophet Paul Atreides, we don’t have the opportunity to drink the Water of Life and visualize every possible path...
- 3/7/2024
- by Emma Keates
- avclub.com
When the George Lucas science fiction epic Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope took the world by storm in 1977, it starred a relatively unknown Mark Hamill in the lead role of a young Luke Skywalker. Hamill may not have been the established performer and voice actor that he is now with credits including Batman: The Killing Joke, Kingsman: The Secret Service, and Mike Flanagan's Netflix series The Fall of the House of Usher, but he was about to be put on everyone's radar. After the success of the game-changing epic, talks were immediately turning toward a sequel, and Hamill was all set to reprise his star-turning role as Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back. But sometimes things don't go according to plan, and after a harrowing single-car accident on January 11, 1977 in California, Hamill was lucky to be involved in the sequel at all.
- 3/7/2024
- by Jeffrey Speicher
- Collider.com
John Williams mistakenly wrote a love theme for Luke and Leia due to misleading narrative buildup. The twist of Luke and Leia being siblings in Star Wars was not planned from the start. Luke's emotional reaction to the revelation added depth to the Jedi path in Star Wars lore.
In a recent interview, Star Wars composer John Williams explained why he wrongly wroote a love theme for siblings Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia. While the twist that Luke and Leia are actually twins is well-known now, when it was revealed in Return of the Jedi, it came as quite a shock. This was not only surprising because it was a plot twist, though; the original Star Wars trilogy had long been building up the narrative that Luke and Leia were potential love interests, culminating in the Luke-Leia kiss in The Empire Strikes Back.
It seems it wasn't only audiences confused...
In a recent interview, Star Wars composer John Williams explained why he wrongly wroote a love theme for siblings Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia. While the twist that Luke and Leia are actually twins is well-known now, when it was revealed in Return of the Jedi, it came as quite a shock. This was not only surprising because it was a plot twist, though; the original Star Wars trilogy had long been building up the narrative that Luke and Leia were potential love interests, culminating in the Luke-Leia kiss in The Empire Strikes Back.
It seems it wasn't only audiences confused...
- 3/6/2024
- by Liz Declan
- ScreenRant.com
Director Gareth Edwards will direct his Jurassic World sequel at Sky Studios Elstree this year ahead of its release in 2025.
Production is moving necessarily fast on the next Jurassic World film, with Gareth Edwards and his collaborators working to meet the pre-defined release date of July 2025 set by Universal Pictures.
We heard last month that filming is expected to get underway in July; in the meantime, Universal has confirmed that the sequel will film this year at Sky Studios Elstree in the UK.
The announcement was made in the wake of British chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s spring budget today (6th March) in which he announced some new tax breaks for film and TV studios as well as tax credits for UK-based indie films with budgets less than £15m.
The boss of Sky Group, Dana Strong, hailed Mr Hunt’s tax breaks in one of those press statements that sounds much...
Production is moving necessarily fast on the next Jurassic World film, with Gareth Edwards and his collaborators working to meet the pre-defined release date of July 2025 set by Universal Pictures.
We heard last month that filming is expected to get underway in July; in the meantime, Universal has confirmed that the sequel will film this year at Sky Studios Elstree in the UK.
The announcement was made in the wake of British chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s spring budget today (6th March) in which he announced some new tax breaks for film and TV studios as well as tax credits for UK-based indie films with budgets less than £15m.
The boss of Sky Group, Dana Strong, hailed Mr Hunt’s tax breaks in one of those press statements that sounds much...
- 3/6/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Star Wars fans were exposed to a whole new side of the franchise when a viral video of a Chilean broadcast integrated with commercials made the rounds on social media. The user who posted it on X (formerly Twitter) mentioned that the original Star Wars trilogy was aired in Chile in the early 2000s for the first time and there was a weird product integration in the broadcast.
The broadcast was reportedly integrated with commercials for the Chilean beer company Cerveza Cristal. Instead of the traditional method of cutting to commercials in the middle of airing, the channel reportedly cut the commercials within the film, showing the beer at pivotal points. The video sparked a trend of integrating the commercial into various other films.
Chilean Beer Brand Integrated Itself Into The Star Wars Franchise A still from Star Wars: A New Hope
Star Wars was an international phenomenon upon its...
The broadcast was reportedly integrated with commercials for the Chilean beer company Cerveza Cristal. Instead of the traditional method of cutting to commercials in the middle of airing, the channel reportedly cut the commercials within the film, showing the beer at pivotal points. The video sparked a trend of integrating the commercial into various other films.
Chilean Beer Brand Integrated Itself Into The Star Wars Franchise A still from Star Wars: A New Hope
Star Wars was an international phenomenon upon its...
- 3/6/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Star Wars is full of fun Easter eggs for audiences to spot, something that both adds excitement and helps with the universe's continuity. These Easter eggs stem from the earliest Star Wars content to the most recent, referencing various movies, TV shows, books, and more. From blink-and-you-miss-it moments to important story threads, these 20 Easter eggs are some of Star Wars' most exciting.
These 20 Star Wars Easter eggs are some of the most exciting in the history of Star Wars movies and TV shows, and this is each one ranked. Easter eggs are one of the best things about franchises. It's the small details that hearken back to other installments that give a franchise heart. It isn't just an entertaining way of keeping in-universe continuity; it can also be a way of tying different stories and plotlines together. Star Wars is packed full of such Easter eggs.
As a 47-year-old franchise,...
These 20 Star Wars Easter eggs are some of the most exciting in the history of Star Wars movies and TV shows, and this is each one ranked. Easter eggs are one of the best things about franchises. It's the small details that hearken back to other installments that give a franchise heart. It isn't just an entertaining way of keeping in-universe continuity; it can also be a way of tying different stories and plotlines together. Star Wars is packed full of such Easter eggs.
As a 47-year-old franchise,...
- 3/5/2024
- by Breanna Tauschek
- ScreenRant.com
The Star Wars franchise is recognized as one of the most iconic and culturally significant film series ever produced. It has not only achieved mainstream success but has also attained a unique and unparalleled status in the realm of media. With that said, George Lucas kept secrets from his own actors during the filming of Star Wars.
An iconic scene from Star Wars
Fans widely agree that the original Star Wars trilogy—comprising A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi—stands out as the highlight within the entire saga. Its enduring impact is evident, as it continues to shape and inspire various forms of entertainment across all mediums to this day.
Suggested“You have to wait 6 years for that answer”: George Lucas Kept Secrets From His Own Actors While Filming ‘Star Wars’ Dev Patel Got Turned Down For A Role In Star Wars The...
An iconic scene from Star Wars
Fans widely agree that the original Star Wars trilogy—comprising A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi—stands out as the highlight within the entire saga. Its enduring impact is evident, as it continues to shape and inspire various forms of entertainment across all mediums to this day.
Suggested“You have to wait 6 years for that answer”: George Lucas Kept Secrets From His Own Actors While Filming ‘Star Wars’ Dev Patel Got Turned Down For A Role In Star Wars The...
- 3/5/2024
- by Subhojeet Mookherjee
- FandomWire
Actor Ewan McGregor rose to prominence with his performance in the 1996 comedy-drama film Trainspotting. However, McGregor is best known for essaying the role of Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. McGregor later reprised the role for the Disney+ miniseries Obi-Wan Kenobi in 2022.
Hayden Christensen and Ewan McGregor in Star Wars prequel trilogy
Despite the fanfare surrounding his work in the space opera franchise, McGregor admitted to having an embarrassing experience while working on the prequel trilogy. During a talk show appearance, McGregor revealed how he was embarrassed while filming a scene as his friends watched on from the sidelines. McGregor also described the scene as his worst Star Wars moment and here is why.
Suggested“Just know it wasn’t Ewan McGregor”: Star Wars Legend Gets Cleared of Abusing Rebecca Ferguson After 1 Clip as Wild Hunt Continues to Find the Real Culprit
Ewan McGregor Reveals Inviting Friends...
Hayden Christensen and Ewan McGregor in Star Wars prequel trilogy
Despite the fanfare surrounding his work in the space opera franchise, McGregor admitted to having an embarrassing experience while working on the prequel trilogy. During a talk show appearance, McGregor revealed how he was embarrassed while filming a scene as his friends watched on from the sidelines. McGregor also described the scene as his worst Star Wars moment and here is why.
Suggested“Just know it wasn’t Ewan McGregor”: Star Wars Legend Gets Cleared of Abusing Rebecca Ferguson After 1 Clip as Wild Hunt Continues to Find the Real Culprit
Ewan McGregor Reveals Inviting Friends...
- 3/5/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
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