Anthony Daniels Reflects on Star Wars Legacy in Nearly 3-Hour Icons Unearthed Interview

The Nacelle Company has dropped something special for Star Wars fans who love going deep into the saga’s behind-the-scenes history: a nearly three-hour interview with C-3PO actor Anthony Daniels as part of the Icons Unearthed series.

If you’ve ever wanted the long, unfiltered version of Daniels talking about life inside the golden armor, the evolution of Star Wars, and what it’s like being the galaxy’s most talkative protocol droid for nearly five decades… this is it.

A Massive Deep Dive Into Anthony Daniels’ Star Wars Legacy

The full-length interview runs at just under three hours and offers a rare, extended look at Daniels reflecting on his time across the entire Star Wars timeline—from the original trilogy to modern Disney-era productions.

Daniels is one of the few actors to appear in every single mainline Star Wars saga film, making him a living archive of behind-the-scenes stories, production chaos, and creative evolution.

In this long-form discussion, he dives into:

• The early days of filming A New Hope
• The physical and mental challenges of performing as C-3PO
• His relationships with fellow cast members
• How the role evolved across decades of storytelling
• What it means to still be part of Star Wars today

For fans who enjoy the more personal side of Star Wars history, this interview feels less like a press junket and more like sitting down with someone who’s been there since day one.

Watch the Full Anthony Daniels Interview

Icons Unearthed: Star Wars – A Documentary Packed With Legends

The Anthony Daniels interview is part of Icons Unearthed: Star Wars, a documentary series that digs into the secret histories and behind-the-scenes drama of one of the most influential film franchises ever created.

The series features interviews with an impressive lineup of Star Wars veterans and industry insiders, including:

• Marcia Lucas
• Billy Dee Williams
• Ian McDiarmid
• Phil Tippett
• Rick Baker
• John Dykstra
• Howard Kazanjian
• Julian Glover
• Paul Hirsch
• Ken Ralston
• Gus Lopez
• Tom Spina
  …and many more.

Narration comes from Michael Pennington, who Star Wars fans will recognize as Moff Jerjerrod from Return of the Jedi. His involvement adds another authentic connection back to the original trilogy era.

Why This Interview Matters for Star Wars Fans

We’ve had plenty of Star Wars retrospectives over the years, but what makes this one stand out is the length and depth. Daniels has done countless interviews before, yet rarely do we get this kind of uninterrupted, long-form conversation covering his entire journey.

It’s a reminder of just how unique his role is in Star Wars history. While actors and creators have come and gone, Anthony Daniels has remained a constant—still voicing and sometimes performing as C-3PO across generations of fans.

For anyone who enjoys the making-of side of Star Wars as much as the stories themselves, this interview is well worth the time. Whether you watch it all in one sitting or treat it like a mini-series, it’s a fascinating look at the saga through the eyes of the galaxy’s most polite droid.

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