George Lucas once wanted to make a Palpatine Star Wars TV show, Emperor actor Ian McDiarmid reveals

George Lucas once pitched a Star Wars television series focused on Emperor Palpatine, with actor Ian McDiarmid revealing the concept. McDiarmid shared that Lucas envisioned a show following the Emperor's rise, drawing parallels to Hitler's progression, and even suggested McDiarmid might direct episodes. While the project never materialized, it highlights Lucas's early interest in expanding the Star Wars universe beyond films.

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