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Star Wars is a science fiction franchise set in a universe far far away.
Obi-Wan Kenobi Spinoff's Working Title Revealed — And It's A Major Hint At The Film's Place In Star Wars History
There have long been rumors of an Obi-Wan Kenobi spinoff, but finally Lucasfilm look set to work on that intriguing premise. Only a few days ago, we learned the studio is in early discussions with Stephen Daldry (Billy Elliot, The Crown) to produce the film, and fans immediately began to clamor for Ewan McGregor's return to the role.
Beyond 'Rogue One': How the Story of Jyn Erso & Saw Gererra Changed in the Wider Star Wars Universe
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story was like no other Star Wars movie we've ever seen. Gareth Edwards's remarkable film was the first ever Star Wars spinoff movie, and a war film that actually dared to kill its heroes. But Star Wars is more than just a series of blockbuster movies; the wider Star Wars universe incorporates a range of animated series, comics, novels, and games. So what impact has Rogue One had on this wider universe?
George Lucas Still Advises Lucasfilm On 'Star Wars' Movies, But We'll Never Know Which Ideas Are His
Back in 2012, George Lucas sold Lucasfilm over to Disney and Star Wars would never be the same again. Under Kathleen Kennedy's leadership, Star Wars has been restored to its rightful place as one of the world's most popular blockbuster franchises, launching both the Sequel Trilogy and a promising range of spin-off movies. George Lucas may have retired from running our beloved Galaxy Far, Far Away, but that doesn't mean he has no creative input...
Alden Shot First: New Rumors Reveal Behind-The-Scenes Han Solo Drama That Led To A New Director
Just two days ago, Star Wars fans were shaken to learn that directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller were parting ways with Lucasfilm. With production on the still-as-yet-untitled #HanSolo spinoff almost complete, the much-loved duo were flying off into the sunset. We've since learned that Ron Howard (A Beautiful Mind, Apollo 13) is taking over.
How 'Star Wars: Rebels' Almost Introduced Us To Starkiller, The Hero Of 'The Force Unleashed'
Star Wars: Rebels has always delighted long-term Star Wars fans. Under the leadership of showrunner Dave Filoni, the show has liberally lifted many beloved characters from the old Expanded Universe. The best example is surely that of Grand Admiral Thrawn, the Chiss villain created by Timothy Zahn back in 1991 who played a major role in Season 3.
A Star Wars Tie-In May Have Finally Revealed Who 'The Last Jedi' Actually Is
Who is the titular 'Last Jedi?' And is the word plural, referring to both Luke and Rey, or singular? Fans may finally have the answer now and it's all thanks to the latest Star Wars: Look & Find book. Two pages in particular are of interest here, dedicated to the new Star Wars location Ahch-To.
The Death Star Didn't Just Destroy Alderaan in 'Star Wars' — Here's How it Brought Down the Empire Too!
The Death Star. There's no more potent a symbol of Imperial might than that moon-sized battle station and there's no more powerful symbol of the Empire's evil — how can anyone forget the moment when the Death Star destroyed the peaceful world of Alderaan? Here's the catch though — as Lucasfilm continues to build their new canon, they're revealing a subtle, secret story, little by little. You see, the Death Star didn't just destroy Alderaan — here's how it brought down the Empire itself as well...
Your Ultimate Guide To The Upcoming Star Wars Movies, TV Shows, Games, Novels, And Comics
The Star Wars canon may have been completely wiped and relaunched in mid-2014, but now, it's as big and wide-ranging as it's ever been. If you want to know what's coming next, then this is your ultimate guide! I'll break it up into sections for ease of use: movies, TV shows, Games, Novels, Ongoing Comic Book Series, and Upcoming Comic Book Series. As you'll see, there are certainly no shortage of Star Wars projects to watch, read, and play!
Will 'The Last Jedi' Bring Balance to the Force? Star Wars Novel 'Guardians Of The Whills' Hints at What that Might Mean
Balance. As soon as the trailer for The Last Jedi broke, one comment stood out to Star Wars fans all over the world. In a fascinating sequence, we heard Luke speak as we saw mysterious images:
New Star Wars Comic Darth Vader #1 Reveals the Deadly Secret of How the Sith Obtain Their Lightsabers
There's nothing that says "Sith" more than a shimmering crimson blade. From the moment we first saw Darth Vader wield his lightsaber in A New Hope, fans have been fascinated by it. Where Jedi use blades of varying color — usually green and blues, although Samuel L. Jackson argued for a purple one — we typically see dark siders, and especially Sith, carry lightsabers with a fierce crimson hue.
Unknown Regions to Luke Skywalker's Wife: What the Star Wars Books and Show Have Set up for 'Star Wars 8: The Last Jedi'
For most people, the galaxy far, far away is one they visit on the big screen in an annual blockbuster event (or later on DVD and Blu-Ray). But dig a little deeper, and you'll learn that the franchise runs into countless other media — from New York Times-bestselling novels to animated series to tie-in comics, all considered equally canon. The Lucasform Story Group watches over the whole franchise, guarding the canon assiduously and ensuring that everything remains consistent.
Your Ultimate Star Wars Universe Primer: Everything You Wanted To Know About Star Wars Canon, But Were Too Afraid To Ask
Star Wars is back — and bigger than ever! Purchased by Disney back in 2012, the franchise has returned to the big screens with a relaunched Skywalker Saga, and all-new spin-off movies like Rogue One. Dig a little deeper into the franchise, though, and fans quickly realize that there's a lot more to Star Wars than just a series of blockbuster movies. The wider Star Wars universe embraces everything from novels to computer games, from animated TV shows to ongoing comic book series. It's easy to get overwhelmed — so here's our primer on the wider Star Wars universe!