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Andor's original pitch reveals the Star Wars show would have seen Cassian working to uncover a moleA new art book for the Star Wars series Andor has revealed creator Tony Gilroy's original pitch for the show, which differed significantly from the final product. Jared Bush's initial concept involved Cassian Andor being falsely accused of being an Imperial mole within the Rebellion, forcing him to uncover the real mole to clear his name. This espionage-focused plot contrasts with the final series' exploration of political oppression and resistance developed under Gilroy's direction.
Live-action Ezra Bridger star posts cryptic Ahsoka season 2 teaseEman Esfandi, who plays Ezra Bridger in the live-action Star Wars series Ahsoka, posted a cryptic quote on Twitter, hinting at the upcoming second season. The tease has generated speculation among fans and even the official Star Wars social media accounts. Ahsoka season 2 is expected to premiere on Disney Plus in early 2027 and will feature the return of Anakin Skywalker and new conflicts.
Star Wars Racer Uses All of Unreal Engine 5's Fancy Features - At 60fps on PS5Star Wars: Galactic Racer is leveraging Unreal Engine 5's advanced features like Nanite and Lumen to achieve photorealistic visuals and complex environments. The game targets a smooth 60fps on PlayStation 5, with further enhancements expected on the PlayStation 5 Pro. Despite some minor compromises, the technical achievements are impressive, potentially positioning it as a contender for awards.
George Lucas has a surprise cameo in the new Minions movie, and he already wants to be in the next oneGeorge Lucas makes a surprise cameo appearance as himself in Illumination's upcoming animated film, Minions and Monsters. Lucas, a self-proclaimed fan of the Despicable Me franchise, enjoyed the experience so much that he is already interested in appearing in future Minions movies. The film also features animated versions of Orson Welles and other Hollywood legends.
Darth Maul voice actor "wasn't into" the character's design and says seeing The Phantom Menace "was the biggest disappointment" of his lifePeter Serafinowicz, the original voice actor for Darth Maul in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, expressed significant disappointment with the film and the character's design upon its release. Despite his initial dissatisfaction, Darth Maul has since become an iconic character, appearing in other Star Wars media like The Clone Wars and his own series, Maul – Shadow Lord.
Steven Spielberg didn't want aliens in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, but "compromised" with George Lucas: "What if they're from another dimension?"Former Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy revealed that director Steven Spielberg and star Harrison Ford initially resisted the inclusion of aliens in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, clashing with George Lucas. They eventually compromised on 'interdimensional beings' instead of traditional aliens. Kennedy believes this compromise contributed to the film being the weakest of Spielberg's four Indiana Jones movies.
The Mandalorian and Grogu star defends the Star Wars movie's box office and hints at Dave Filoni's grander…Brendan Wayne, a performer for Din Djarin in The Mandalorian and Grogu, defended the film's box office performance and hinted at Dave Filoni's long-term storytelling plans for the Star Wars universe. Despite being the lowest-grossing Star Wars movie, Wayne emphasized Filoni's understanding of multi-part narratives and the success achieved with a smaller budget compared to films like Solo.
The Mandalorian and Grogu director says The Phantom Menace inspired one cool, subtle detail in the new Star Wars movieDirector Jon Favreau revealed that a subtle detail in The Mandalorian and Grogu was inspired by Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, specifically the red laser barriers in a fight scene. He also mentioned that Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Star Wars graphic novels served as references for the AT-AT walker interior and the planet Nal Hutta, respectively. The director commentary is currently available in select US theaters via the TheaterEars app.
Star Wars Zero Company pre-orders include some in-game droid cosmetics you were hopefully looking forStar Wars Zero Company, a turn-based tactics game, will be released on August 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Pre-orders for both standard and digital Deluxe Editions include the Crystalline Astromech Cosmetic Pack for in-game droids. The PC version is priced lower than console editions.
Star Wars' cancelled Uncharted clone was the inspiration for these Mandalorian and Grogu villainsThe cancelled Star Wars 1313 game, originally envisioned as an Uncharted-like experience, has influenced villains in The Mandalorian and Grogu. Director Jon Favreau revealed that the Droid Gotra were inspired by concepts from the scrapped LucasArts title. Elements from Star Wars 1313 and George Lucas's Star Wars: Underworld project have been repurposed in other Star Wars media.
Star Wars Zero Company: How Some of the Greatest Minds in Tactics Games are Pushing the Genre, AgainStar Wars Zero Company, the debut title from Bit Reactor, a studio founded by former Firaxis developers, is a turn-based tactics game set during the Clone Wars. Players will lead a company of mercenaries, customizing their protagonist Hawks and recruiting a diverse roster of characters. The game blends RPG storytelling with XCOM-style tactical combat, featuring a deep bond system between characters and a specialization system for combat roles.
A Luke Skywalker reference involving Baby Yoda in The Mandalorian and Grogu was added on the day, Jon Favreau saysJon Favreau revealed that a reference to Luke Skywalker meditating with Grogu in The Mandalorian and Grogu was added during filming on the same day. Favreau explained that Grogu's meditation scene is a callback to his Jedi training with Luke Skywalker and that the character continues his Jedi discipline independently. The article also mentions potential references to R2-D2 and George Lucas's involvement in the film's development.
Boba Fett star Temuera Morrison says he was hoping to "pop in" to The Mandalorian and Grogu – and it…Temuera Morrison, who plays Boba Fett, expressed his hope to have appeared in The Mandalorian and Grogu, noting it would have made sense given his character's history and the show's setting. Morrison's own series, The Book of Boba Fett, concluded in 2022, and he believes its reception may have impacted the character's future.
Star Wars fans are "over the timeline between" the prequels and original trilogy, and are wondering when…Star Wars fans are expressing fatigue with the continuous release of projects set between the prequel and original trilogies. Many on Reddit feel that Lucasfilm and Disney have over-explored this era, with numerous shows and films filling the 19-year gap. Fans are hoping for a shift to stories set after the original trilogy, particularly focusing on Luke, Han, and Leia.
Despite poor reviews, it seems like Star Wars might have been considering The Book of Boba Fett season 2 at one pointDespite mixed reviews for The Book of Boba Fett, Lucasfilm may have considered a second season at one point, according to actor Jonny Coyne. Coyne, who appeared in The Mandalorian, mentioned discussions about potential future episodes for both series. While a second season for The Book of Boba Fett seems unlikely now, Ahsoka season 2 has been confirmed for 2027.
Hopes for a Star Wars horror movie renew as Deadpool and Wolverine director has an idea for an unlikely mash-upShawn Levy, director of Deadpool & Wolverine and executive producer on the horror film Backrooms, has an idea for a Star Wars horror movie. He is currently working on Star Wars: Starfighter and is intrigued by the possibility of a Backrooms-inspired Star Wars mashup. Levy expressed interest in exploring new genres within the Star Wars universe, a sentiment echoed by Andor creator Tony Gilroy.
The Acolyte showrunner says season 2 of the canceled Star Wars show would have connected to the sequelsThe Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland revealed that a potential second season of the Star Wars series would have connected to the sequel trilogy through Manny Jacinto's character, Qimir. Despite reports of low viewership, the show was Disney Plus's second most-watched of the year and has seen a resurgence. Headland expressed interest in returning to the Star Wars universe and exploring further lore connections, including those to Sith Lord Plagueis and sequel-established elements.
'More like a traditional video game' — Unreal Engine 5 and The Mandalorian and Grogu have transformed Disney World's Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction inside Galaxy's EdgeDisney Imagineering and Disney Experiences have updated the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction at both Disneyland and Disney World using Unreal Engine 5, incorporating elements from 'The Mandalorian and Grogu.' The overhaul introduces new planet choices, enhanced visuals running at 4K 60fps, and a more interactive engineer role, making the ride feel like a traditional video game with increased replayability. This update highlights Disney's growing use of Unreal Engine for theme park attractions, with Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin also utilizing the technology.
Before The Mandalorian and Grogu and The Clone Wars, Embo was originally supposed to appear in George Lucas’ abandoned $40 million per episode Star Wars seriesLucasfilm's Dave Filoni revealed that George Lucas' abandoned live-action series, Star Wars: Underworld, was intended to feature the bounty hunter Embo. The ambitious series, planned between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, was ultimately canceled due to budget constraints exceeding $40 million per episode. Embo, who first appeared in The Clone Wars, was inspired by a character from Seven Samurai.
"The secret weapon of Star Wars" and editor Marcia Lucas dies aged 80Marcia Lucas, the Academy Award-winning film editor and former wife of Star Wars creator George Lucas, has died at the age of 80. Known for her emotional intelligence and ability to bring heart and momentum to scenes, she was instrumental in the original Star Wars trilogy, with her contributions described as the "secret weapon of Star Wars." Lucas also edited acclaimed films such as Taxi Driver and Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore.