Nearly a decade after Rogue One reignited debates about digital resurrection in Hollywood, a UK court has delivered a decisive ruling that still echoes across Star Wars — and the wider film industry. Lucasfilm has successfully had a legal challenge dismissed over its use of Peter Cushing’s likeness as Grand Moff Tarkin. The decision doesn’t just close a long-running dispute. It clarifies where the legal ground currently stands as studios navigate the ethics and legality of bringing legacy characters back to the screen. What happened A UK Court of Appeal has ruled in favor of Lucasfilm, striking out a lawsuit brought by Tyburn Film Productions over the digital recreation of Peter Cushing in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Tyburn claimed that a 1993 agreement with Cushing — tied to an unrelated, unrealized project — gave it rights connected to the visual effects use of his likeness. On that basis,…
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Harrison Ford to Receive SAG-AFTRA’s Highest Honor
Some careers don’t just age well—they become part of the culture. Harrison Ford’s is one of them. The Screen Actors Guild has officially confirmed that Ford will receive the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award, the guild’s highest honor for an actor, recognizing a body of work that helped define modern blockbuster cinema. This isn’t a legacy award handed out lightly. It’s the actors’ union tipping its hat to one of its own, and to a career that has quietly shaped generations of filmgoers. What was announced, and why it matters SAG-AFTRA has named Harrison Ford as the next recipient of its Life Achievement Award, an honor reserved for performers whose careers embody excellence, longevity, and impact within the industry. The award is decided by fellow actors, which gives it a particular weight. This isn’t about box office math or studio branding. It’s peer recognition for decades of work that still resonates….
Star Wars: Starfighter Has Wrapped Production — And Now the Real Work Begins
Lights, cameras… wrap! 🎬Director Shawn Levy has officially confirmed that principal photography on Star Wars: Starfighter has wrapped, meaning the next major theatrical chapter in the Star Wars saga is now moving into post-production and getting polished for its big debut. With the cameras down and editing underway, fans can now look ahead to Starfighter’s planned release — May 28, 2027 — marking one of the most anticipated theatrical entries in the franchise in years. A Fresh Star Wars Story, Built from Scratch What makes Starfighter particularly interesting isn’t just the wrap announcement — it’s the kind of movie it promises to be. Unlike many recent entries that revisited familiar characters, Starfighter is designed to be a stand-alone adventure. That means new faces, new corners of the galaxy, and a story that isn’t tied directly to past trilogies or sagas. Director Shawn Levy has emphasized that the film isn’t a…
From Game to Shelf: Hasbro Reveals Star Wars Battlefront II ARC Trooper & Commando Droid Black Series 2-Pack
If you’ve ever played Star Wars Battlefront II and thought, “Why doesn’t this exact unit already exist on my shelf?” — Hasbro has been listening. Hasbro has officially announced a Star Wars The Black Series 2-pack featuring the ARC Trooper (Infiltrator) and Commando Droid (Training), both directly inspired by their appearances in Star Wars Battlefront II. And yes, this is very much a from game to figure moment. For Battlefront fans and Black Series collectors alike, this one hits a very specific sweet spot. Straight Out of Battlefront II What makes this release stand out is its unapologetic focus on the game. The ARC Trooper (Infiltrator) comes decked out in the sleek, tactical armor players know from Battlefront II, complete with the aggressive silhouette and battlefield-ready loadout that made the class so popular. It’s a design that instantly says elite, even when standing still on a display shelf. Alongside him…
Missing Sebulba While Waiting for Galactic Racer? Beyond Victory Has You Covered
Let’s be honest: if you’re even mildly excited about Star Wars: Galactic Racer, there’s a good chance you’re also wondering one very specific thing — when do we get Sebulba back? The galaxy’s most infamous podracing menace may not be tearing up the track just yet, but Star Wars: Beyond Victory is stepping in with something arguably even more dangerous: a Solo-era heist, with Sebulba right in the middle of it. And somehow, that feels exactly right. Back to the Galaxy’s Shadier Lanes Beyond Victory is set around the time of Solo: A Star Wars Story, an era that thrives on chaos, questionable deals, and people who smile while planning to double-cross you. This isn’t a story about heroes or destiny. It’s about survival, credits, and knowing when to run. Putting Sebulba at the center of a heist setup immediately tells you what kind of experience this is aiming for….
Disney’s 2026 Slate Confirms Two New Star Wars Shows — And They Couldn’t Be More Different
Disney has quietly updated its 2026 release slate, and tucked inside it are two brand-new Star Wars series that say a lot about where the galaxy is headed next. On one end: a dark, character-driven story led by one of Star Wars’ most dangerous villains.On the other: a visionary anime-style continuation of one of Star Wars: Visions’ most beloved shorts. Meet your future watchlist additions: Same universe. Completely different vibes. Maul – Shadow Lord: The Galaxy’s Angriest Survivor Returns If you thought Darth Maul’s story was done, Star Wars would like a word. Maul – Shadow Lord is set to explore the criminal underworld side of the galaxy—an area Maul knows very well. This isn’t about Sith empires or galactic domination. It’s about power in the shadows, manipulation, and survival after everything you believed in collapses. Maul has always been at his most interesting when he’s angry, broken, and scheming,…
Mark Hamill Says Luke Skywalker’s Ending in The Last Jedi Was “A Nice Exit” — And He Means It
Few topics in modern Star Wars spark debate quite like Luke Skywalker’s fate in The Last Jedi. But while fans have argued about it for years, the man who is Luke Skywalker has been remarkably consistent about one thing: Mark Hamill is at peace with how it ended. In a past interview with CBS This Morning, Hamill explained that not only did he accept Luke’s death—he felt it was the right moment to step away from the franchise. And in classic Hamill fashion, he framed it with grace rather than controversy. “You Want to Dignify a Good Exit” Hamill’s words were simple, thoughtful, and very on-brand for someone who’s spent decades navigating pop-culture immortality. “In fact, not only did I think that was the right time to leave that franchise, I thought that’s a nice exit. Because as much as you enjoy a good entrance, you want to dignify a…
The Mandalorian Joins Disney’s Billion Hours Club — And It’s a Star Wars First
Cue the slow, dramatic helmet turn. The Mandalorian has officially joined Disney’s Billion Hours Streamed Club, becoming the first and only Star Wars series to cross the one-billion-hours-watched mark on Disney+. And yes, that’s billion with a B. For a franchise built on box office records, toy aisles, and cultural milestones, this one hits a little differently. Because this isn’t about opening weekend hype or ticket sales—it’s about what people keep coming back to, night after night, long after the credits roll. A Quiet Launch That Changed Everything When The Mandalorian premiered in 2019, it wasn’t supposed to carry the entire weight of Star Wars on its beskar-clad shoulders. There were no opening crawl speeches, no Skywalker surname, and no expectation that a helmeted bounty hunter with a soft spot for a tiny green child would reset Disney+ overnight. And yet… here we are. The series didn’t explode because of…
Sigourney Weaver Cheekily Breaks Down What It’s Like to Hang with A Group of Grogus on The Mandalorian & Grogu
If you ever wondered what it looks like when Alien royalty meets the galaxy’s cutest little green Force-sensitive, Sigourney Weaver has given us the delightfully nerdy behind-the-scenes scoop. And it’s just as charming as Grogu himself. In a recent interview, the legendary actress—who’s joining the cast of The Mandalorian & Grogu—let slip a wonderfully specific detail: that filming with Grogu actually meant spending time with a whole group of them. Yep, not just one. A group. And according to Weaver, they each brought something special to the set. “There’s the Grogu that walks sometimes, and the Grogu that does weird faces, and then there’s another Grogu that does that, whatever it is — the Force?” Weaver laughed, recalling the mechanics behind bringing the beloved character to life. A Multi-Grogu Ensemble (Seriously) Here’s the fun part: Grogu isn’t just one puppet or CGI creation. On set, multiple performers and puppeteers work…
Rian Johnson Says The Last Jedi and Wake Up Dead Man Are Spiritually Connected — And Suddenly Everything Clicks
Rian Johnson has never been shy about talking themes, subtext, or why The Last Jedi hit audiences the way it did. But his latest comment might be one of the most revealing things he’s ever said about the film—and it reframes The Last Jedi in a way that feels both heavier and more human. According to Johnson, there’s a “spiritual connection” between Star Wars: The Last Jedi and his upcoming Knives Out sequel, Wake Up Dead Man. And no, this isn’t about plot, genre, or cinematic Easter eggs. It’s about grief. Faith. And asking uncomfortable questions when the universe goes quiet. Star Wars, But Make It Spiritual (On Purpose) Johnson recently explained that when he wrote The Last Jedi, Star Wars wasn’t just a sci-fi sandbox—it was something closer to religion. And honestly? That tracks. Star Wars has always borrowed heavily from myth, belief systems, and spiritual ideas. The Force…
The Classiest Clapback in Star Wars History: Ron Howard Defends 9-Year-Old Jake Lloyd
Before The Phantom Menace even hit theaters in 1999, the Star Wars discourse machine was already warming up its hyperdrives—and somehow decided that a nine-year-old child was a perfectly acceptable target. Yes, really. Long before social media outrage cycles, YouTube essayists, and algorithm-fueled pile-ons, Newsweek published a piece criticizing Jake Lloyd’s performance as young Anakin Skywalker… before the film was even released. And that’s when Ron Howard stepped in—with a letter so calm, measured, and devastatingly polite that it still reads like a masterclass in public decency. A Letter That Aged Better Than Most Hot Takes Dated January 14, 1999, the letter came directly from Ron Howard, co-CEO of Imagine Entertainment and someone who, conveniently, actually knew what it meant to be a child actor under public scrutiny. Howard didn’t yell. He didn’t grandstand. He didn’t threaten.He simply dismantled the article with quiet precision. He called the critique of Jake…
John Cena’s Final WWE Moment Had an Obi-Wan Kenobi Energy — And That Wasn’t an Accident
When John Cena tapped out in his final WWE match, the moment felt different. Quieter. More deliberate. Less like a loss — and more like a decision. Now, Cena has implied that the choice was intentional, drawing inspiration from an unexpected place: Obi-Wan Kenobi. For fans watching in real time, it suddenly makes sense why that ending landed the way it did. A Choice, Not a Collapse In Star Wars, Obi-Wan Kenobi doesn’t lose to Darth Vader because he’s overpowered. He chooses to stop fighting. He understands that his role has changed — that the future no longer depends on him winning, but on him stepping aside. Cena has suggested that his final WWE match followed a similar philosophy. Instead of going out on top, or dragging out one last heroic victory, he tapped out. A rare move for a performer whose entire legacy was built on endurance, strength, and…
Star Wars Legend Ahmed Best Wins Impact Award at The Game Awards
Ahmed Best has officially added another milestone to his career — and this one hits especially hard for Star Wars fans. At The Game Awards, Best received the Impact Award for South of Midnight, the video game he directed. The award recognizes projects that make a meaningful cultural, emotional, or social impact — and the moment marked a powerful full-circle achievement for one of Star Wars’ most misunderstood and ultimately vindicated figures. From Jar Jar Binks to Industry Recognition For Star Wars fans, Ahmed Best will always be remembered as the performer behind Jar Jar Binks, a character that became one of the most controversial in the franchise’s history. What often gets lost in that conversation is the toll that backlash took on Best personally — something he has spoken about openly in recent years. That context makes this award matter. Winning the Impact Award isn’t just recognition of South…
New Details Revealed for Maul: Shadow Lord — Setting, Characters, Prequel Comic & Plot
Exciting new information has emerged about Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, the upcoming animated series centered on the iconic villain Darth Maul — and it includes its setting, new characters, a tie-in comic, and a clearer plot direction as the show builds toward its 2026 release. Here’s everything you need to know based solely on the latest official Marvel announcement. A Prequel Comic Sets the Stage Marvel Comics is releasing a five-issue prequel series titled Star Wars: Shadow of Maul in March 2026, timed to lead directly into the television show. This comic serves as an official narrative bridge, introducing the world and characters that audiences will encounter in the animated series. The series is written by Benjamin Percy, who previously contributed to Star Wars: Darth Maul – Black, White & Red, and illustrated by Madibek Musabekov, known for his work on Star Wars: Jedi Knights. Those creative talents…
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Announced — A New Racing Game Is Coming in 2026
Star Wars is officially heading back to the fast lane. A brand-new racing game titled Star Wars: Galactic Racer has been announced, with a confirmed 2026 release window. After years of fans asking whether Star Wars would ever return to high-speed racing gameplay, the answer is finally yes—and this time, it’s going galactic. What Is Star Wars: Galactic Racer? Unlike classic podracing titles that focused on a single sport or era, Star Wars: Galactic Racer is being positioned as a galaxy-spanning racing experience. The emphasis appears to be on high-stakes competition across the Outer Rim, with dangerous tracks, outlaw racers, and escalating risk-and-reward mechanics. Early descriptions point toward a runs-based structure, where races aren’t just about finishing first—they’re about survival, momentum, and pushing your luck. Lose everything, or escape with massive winnings. It’s a racing game built around tension, not just lap times. Not Just Podracing While the word Racer…
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic Announced — A New RPG Led by Casey Hudson
The Old Republic is officially back in the spotlight. A brand-new Star Wars game titled Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic has been announced, and it’s already turning heads for one very big reason: Casey Hudson is leading the project at Arcanaut Studios. Yes—that Casey Hudson. The creative force behind Knights of the Old Republic and the Mass Effect trilogy. For longtime Star Wars gaming fans, this announcement feels less like news and more like destiny. A Return to the Old Republic Era Fate of the Old Republic is set thousands of years before the Skywalker saga, in an era defined by powerful Force users, rising Sith empires, and galaxy-shaping choices. This isn’t a side story or a nostalgic cameo—it’s a full-scale return to one of the most beloved periods in Star Wars lore. The Old Republic setting allows the game to explore Star Wars without being boxed in…
Harrison Ford on Han Solo as a Force Ghost: “I Have No F*ing Idea — And I Don’t Care”**
Few actors embrace their chaotic relationship with Star Wars quite like Harrison Ford. Whether he’s joking about wanting Han Solo killed off in 1983 or pretending not to know who “the kid with the light-up sword” is, Ford has always been delightfully Ford about the galaxy far, far away. So when fans began debating whether Han Solo’s appearance in The Rise of Skywalker was meant to be a Force ghost, Ford offered the most Harrison Ford possible response: “I have no f*ing idea what a Force ghost is. And I don’t care.”** And honestly? It’s perfect. The world of Star Wars loves its deep lore—Force ghosts, dyads, wills of the Force, ancient prophecies—but Ford has never been the kind of actor to obsess over metaphysics. His return in the final film wasn’t about canon mechanics. It was about giving closure to the complicated relationship between Han and his son, Ben…
Daisy Ridley Reacts to the Fan Campaign for The Hunt for Ben Solo — And She Loves It
If you’ve spent any time online in the past few months, you’ve probably seen the rising tide of Star Wars fans rallying behind one very specific wish:a film or series centered on The Hunt for Ben Solo. And now, Daisy Ridley herself has finally responded — and she’s all in on the positivity. During a recent interview, Ridley opened up about how she feels watching fans across the world unite around the idea of a project exploring Ben Solo’s life, fall, and redemption arc. Her reaction? Pure joy. – “I Felt Joyful About How It Went Down” Ridley described the wave of support as something genuinely uplifting: “I do love when there is a collective of positivity. The way the internet seems to have rallied to try and get it to happen.” And she’s not wrong — the campaign has been surprisingly wholesome for a fandom that’s often known for……
Diego Luna Becomes the First Star Wars Actor Nominated for a Golden Globe Since Sir Alec Guinness
Every so often, Star Wars makes history in a way that doesn’t involve box-office records, new shows, or surprise cameos. Today, it’s something far rarer — and honestly, long overdue. Diego Luna has become the first actor since Sir Alec Guinness in 1977 to receive a Golden Globe nomination for a performance in a Star Wars project. Yes.It has been that long. Not since Guinness was nominated for his legendary portrayal of Obi-Wan Kenobi in the original Star Wars (later retitled A New Hope) has an actor from this galaxy far, far away been recognized in one of Hollywood’s biggest awards shows. Now Diego Luna has done it — and it’s thanks to Andor, one of the most critically acclaimed Star Wars stories ever put on screen. A Historic Nomination Decades in the Making Let’s put this into perspective. Since 1977, Star Wars has produced: And yet no actor from…
Could Tony Gilroy Return to Star Wars? His London Love Says Maybe
For a man who reshaped the Star Wars universe with one of the most grounded, emotionally rich, politically sharp stories ever made, Tony Gilroy has been pretty clear about one thing: he wasn’t planning on coming back. After Andor Season 2 wrapped, Gilroy spoke openly about the toll the show took on him — the intense production schedule, the pressure, the scale of the project. Most fans assumed that meant he was finished with Star Wars for good. But now he’s hinting that there is something that might pull him back. And surprisingly, it’s not the franchise itself. It’s London. “London Would Be the Bigger Draw Than Star Wars” In a recent interview, Gilroy explained what might lure him back to the galaxy far, far away, and the answer surprised many fans: “I would say the biggest temptation to return to Star Wars would be to go back and work…
Diego Luna Earns Golden Globe Nomination for Andor — But the Series Itself Gets Snubbed
The Rebellion is celebrating… and side-eyeing at the same time. Diego Luna has officially been nominated for Best Actor in a Drama Series at the Golden Globe Awards for his performance as Cassian Andor — a well-deserved recognition for one of the most nuanced characters in modern Star Wars storytelling. But here’s the twist:ANDOR — one of the most critically acclaimed shows on television — wasn’t nominated for Best Drama Series. Yes. Really.Welcome to awards season, where logic goes to die faster than a stormtrooper’s aim. Diego Luna’s Nomination: Absolutely Earned Let’s start with the good news. Diego Luna’s performance in Andor Season 2 has been praised by fans, critics, and anyone with functioning emotional range. Luna brings a rare humanity to Cassian — a rebel who isn’t chosen by destiny, but pushed into the fight by oppression, circumstance, and sheer survival. He plays Cassian with: It’s the kind of…
A 1993 Contract Might Rewrite Star Wars History — And Change Hollywood Forever
Star Wars is no stranger to drama, but this time the conflict isn’t happening in a galaxy far, far away. It’s happening in a courtroom — and the ripple effects could change the way Hollywood handles digital likenesses forever. The headline?A 1993 contract involving the likeness rights of Peter Cushing — Grand Moff Tarkin himself — has resurfaced, and it’s raising big questions about how Lucasfilm and Disney can legally use digitally recreated actors. And yes, this could rewrite more than Star Wars history. The Legal Twist No One Saw Coming The story revolves around Rogue One (2016), where filmmakers digitally recreated Tarkin using CGI. The performance was impressive, controversial, and apparently… not entirely settled legally. According to reporting, a 1993 agreement may give the actor’s estate more control over the use of his likeness than previously assumed. The contract is now being dissected in a London court, with lawyers…
A Newly Restored Star Wars Is Returning to Theaters in 2027 — Just in Time for the 50th Anniversary
It finally happened.After decades of debates, edits, re-edits, and “Han shot first” arguments echoing across the galaxy, Lucasfilm has confirmed that a newly restored version of the original Star Wars (1977) will hit theaters February 19, 2027 to celebrate the film’s 50th anniversary. Yes, you read that correctly: Star Wars — the one that started it all — is coming back to the big screen. And not just dusted off, but restored, polished, and prepared for a theatrical return worthy of a galactic milestone. This is not a drill. This is not another rumor. This is happening. Why This Re-Release Is a Big Deal Star Wars fans have been asking for years — decades — for a modern theatrical re-release of the original film. The announcement confirms what many hoped for but few expected: Lucasfilm is opening the vault. A restored version means: For many younger fans who discovered the…
Diego Luna Scores Critics Choice Nomination for Andor Season 2 — And the Rebellion Rejoices
The Force is strong with this one — or, more accurately, the acting is.Diego Luna has officially been nominated for Best Actor in a Drama Series at the Critics Choice Awards for his work in Andor Season 2, and Star Wars fans everywhere are nodding like, “Yeah… that tracks.” It’s one of those rare moments where the awards world and the Star Wars community agree:Cassian Andor isn’t just a rebel hero — he’s one of the most compelling characters on television right now. The Nomination That Feels Like a Win Luna’s Critics Choice nod shouldn’t surprise anyone who actually watched Season 2. The series has been praised for: And through it all, Diego Luna delivered a performance that never leaned on spectacle or nostalgia — just raw humanity wrapped in Star Wars texture. Where other shows rely on lightsabers, prophecies, or mysterious bloodlines, Andor stands out by focusing on people…