Two of modern sci-fi’s most recognizable faces have their sights set on the galaxy far, far away.
Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista recently joked that they’d love to play villains in a Star Wars project, leaning into their shared love of the franchise — and their growing sci-fi resumes.
“We’re both Star Wars nerds,” the pair said, referencing their work together in Dune, the epic adaptation of the Frank Herbert novel that famously helped inspire many of the ideas that later shaped Star Wars.
But apparently, Dune wasn’t enough.
From Dune to the Dark Side?
Both actors already have strong genre credentials.
Momoa has led major fantasy and sci-fi franchises, while Bautista has built a reputation for bringing physical presence and surprising emotional range to genre roles. Seeing them lean into villain territory in Star Wars would be a natural fit, especially given:
- Their imposing screen presence
- Experience in large-scale sci-fi productions
- Comfort playing morally complex characters
Star Wars has a long tradition of memorable antagonists — from armored enforcers to political masterminds — and both actors have the look and energy to slot into that legacy.
Why This Idea Works
Star Wars villains often blend theatrical intensity with grounded menace. Bautista’s work in character-driven sci-fi roles shows he can bring weight beyond pure muscle, while Momoa has demonstrated he can balance charisma with intimidation.
Casting big names in villain roles also aligns with how modern Star Wars projects have approached their antagonists — giving them more personality and narrative importance rather than just serving as obstacles.
Not Official — But Fun to Imagine
To be clear, this isn’t a confirmed casting move. It’s actors expressing interest, not Lucasfilm announcements.
Still, moments like this are how ideas get traction. Plenty of genre roles have started with actors publicly saying, “That would be cool,” before conversations happened behind the scenes.
And if Star Wars continues expanding across films, streaming, and other media, there’s room for new faces on the dark side.
The Dark Side of Hollywood Appeal
The overlap between major sci-fi franchises keeps getting tighter. Actors move between universes, audiences follow them, and studios benefit from recognizable genre talent.
Momoa and Bautista openly wanting to join Star Wars just reinforces how enduring the franchise’s pull remains — even for actors already leading massive sci-fi projects.
Sometimes, being in one epic saga just makes you want to join another.
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