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Star Wars is a science fiction franchise set in a universe far far away.
'Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi' And Episode IX Set To Revisit These 3 Classic Star Wars Locations
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story may have proved that spin-off Star Wars movies can be blockbuster hits, but fans are still eager for the continuation of the Skywalker Saga. As we draw ever-nearer to Star Wars Celebration, we're getting whispers and hints of what's to come.
'Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi' — What Does the Red Logo Mean?
So now we know. Star Wars Episode VIII finally has a name; The Last Jedi. It's an ominous title, one filled with foreboding, promising a film centered upon Luke Skywalker and Rey. We don't yet know whether or not the title refers to Jedi in the singular or the plural, but there's one thing that's really caught the eyes of Star Wars fans. The title is red.
Here's Why Darth Maul Had To Die In 'Star Wars: Rebels' — Does It Mean Kanan And Ezra Must Die Too?
Darth Maul's story is finally over. Introduced in George Lucas's The Phantom Menace back in 1999, the character became more popular than could Lucas ever have imagined. It didn't take too long for him to be resurrected in the animated Clone Wars series, and Maul's story has continued in the animated shows ever since. Now, finally, Star Wars: Rebels has brought that story to an end. It's given us a final, epic duel between Maul and Obi-Wan Kenobi, one that ends with a single brutal swordstroke. But why did Lucasfilm choose to end Maul's story this way?
The Emperor's Hand: Is Mara Jade Coming To 'Star Wars: Rebels' And 'The Last Jedi'?
For several years now, the Star Wars saga has been continuing in the animated Star Wars: Rebels series — and, as the character of Saw Gerrera has proved, Lucasfilm has carefully integrated that series into the main Star Wars story.
'Rebels' Showrunner Explains 'Knights Of The Old Republic Reference': Will Revan Appear In The 'Star Wars' Movies?
The Star Wars franchise is going from strength to strength, and Star Wars: Rebels is at the heart of it! Season 3 has tied in dramatically with Rogue One, introduced us to Grand Admiral Thrawn, and teased the Emperor's Hand. But perhaps most excitingly of all, it's also brought the much-loved Knights of the Old Republic games back into the Star Wars canon!
The Mystery Of 'Rogue One' Revealed: How The Film Originally Ended...
Rogue One was a cinematic triumph, proving that there's more to Star Wars than just the Skywalker saga. Amusingly enough, though, there's one mystery that seems to have fascinated fans: How did the film originally end? The trailers include countless scenes that hint at a very different third act, from the stars running down the beach of Scarif with the Death Star plans, to an iconic moment when Jyn faces a TIE fighter on the tower. As powerful as the film's ending may have been, fans are understandably curious: how did the film almost end?
Here's How 'Aftermath: Empire's End' Hints at the Future of the Star Wars Franchise
When it comes to long-term planning, you really can't beat Lucasfilm. As Rogue One proved, Lucasfilm is weaving a fantastic ongoing narrative through countless different mediums - from the blockbuster films themselves to New-York-Times-bestselling novels, from tie-in comics to animated TV shows. They're all canon, and - under the watchful eye of the Lucasfilm Creative Committee - they all tell one single, powerful narrative.
'Star Wars: Rebels' May Have Just Created An Awkward Plot Hole In 'The Empire Strikes Back'
Warning: Mild spoilers for the Season 3 finale of Star Wars Rebels, 'Zero Hour', to follow. Proceed with caution! The Season 3 finale of Star Wars: Rebels was full of thrills and spills, pitting our heroes against the strategic brilliance of Thrawn. As I've discussed in an earlier post, it was very much a homage to The Empire Strikes Back; the Empire discovers a Rebel base and attacks in force, with the Rebels hiding behind a shield while they prepare for an evacuation. But here's the catch; as great a homage as 'Zero Hour' may have been, it introduced one tiny problem...
'Operation Blue Milk' Revealed — The Star Wars 40th Anniversary Anthology!
In 1977, moviegoers watched in awe and wonder as they were transported — for the first time — to a Galaxy Far, Far Away. It was a breathtaking vision of a fully-developed universe; we saw the seedy underbelly in Mos Eisley Cantina, we were thrilled by the heroics of the Rebellion, and we watched with horror as the Empire's might destroyed an entire planet. The quality of world-building in A New Hope is incredible, and the whole Star Wars franchise rests upon it.
"He Will Avenge Us": 'Star Wars Rebels' Reveals How Palpatine Destroyed Both The Jedi & The Sith
Warning: This article contains spoilers for the Star Wars: Rebels episode 'Twin Suns'! "He will avenge us." With his final breath, Maul pointed to a beautiful symmetry between himself and his nemesis, Obi-Wan Kenobi. Both are old men now, tired warriors who have been locked in battle over the course of decades. They have both known glory and honor on the battlefield, they have both commanded great armies, and they have both dealt one another terrible pain over the years. In truth though, neither was the other's real enemy. Instead, both were pawns of Palpatine, otherwise known as Darth Sidious. The result of their misguided feud is that both stories end in the dust and sand of a backwater desert world.
How the Legacy of Darth Vader Is Transforming the Star Wars Universe
The shadow of Darth Vader, Dark Lord of the Sith, looms over the future of our beloved galaxy far, far away. In The Force Awakens, we learned that Ben Solo — better known as Kylo Ren — had fallen to the Dark Side, in part because of a strange obsession with his grandfather. But how did we get to this point, to the point where Kylo Ren embraced Darth Vader's legacy and led the brutal Knights of Ren?
How The Season 3 Finale Of 'Star Wars: Rebels' Tied In To The Battle Of Hoth!
Warning: This post contains spoilers for Star Wars: Rebels' Season 3 finale. Star Wars: Rebels Season 3 came to a triumphant close over the weekend, leaving fans reeling as Thrawn's genius dealt our heroes a devastating blow. They may not have suffered heavy casualties, but as Ezra said, they've lost everything, including the base they worked so hard to find and secure. Yet in spite of the defeat, 'Zero Hour' left Star Wars fans wowed. Perhaps that's because the whole thing will have reminded fans of the Battle of Hoth...