You know how Richard Dreyfuss’s character sees Devil’s Mountain in his potatoes and visions in “Close Encounters of the Third Kind?” I imagine “Star Wars” fans get a similar sensation…
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It Might Be Time for the Jedi to Step Down
The Hollywood Reporter’s Heat Vision writer Graeme McMillan wrote a thought-provoking and somewhat humorous article with the following title and sub-title: “‘Star Wars’: Maybe It’s Actually Time for the Last…
Jyn Erso, Chirrut Imwe, Baze Malbus Focus of New Books
First details on new novels “Rebel Rising” and “Guardians of the Whills” will explore the backstories of three heroes from “Rogue One.” You can read more info brought to you…
Congrats! “Rogue One” Up for Two Academy Awards
Big congratulations go to Skywalker Sound and Industrial Light and Magic (ILM) for the Academy Award nominations. Skywalker Sound is nominated for Best Sound Mixing. ILM is nominated for Best…
Vader and Tarkin Have a Little Fun with Krennic
Nelson Ingram made this hilarious illustration of Tarkin and Vader picking on Krennic. I love the way Tarkin is getting so much attention thanks to “Rogue One.” Thanks to Peter…
Mark Hamill Takes Us from Concept to Creation
This week, on the season finale of “Mark Hamill’s Pop Culture Quest”… Mark meets with DreamWorks Animation’s Chief Creative of Global Franchise Group, Rick Rekedal, and high-end statue creators at…
Synopsis for Timothy Zahn’s “Thrawn” Book Revealed
Penguin Random House posted the synopsis for Timothy Zahn’s upcoming “Thrawn” novel. The book gets published on April 11th. You can read it after the jump. Here is the official…
Six Imperial Officers We Love to Hate
Meet six of the Empire’s best leaders that we love to hate. You can read StarWars.com and Michael Moreci’s choices right here.
Chewbacca to the Future
Peter Mayhew posted this great mashup poster for the movie “Chewbacca to the Future” on his Twitter with the caption, “I might consider it.” Maybe this could be one of the…
Learn How to Drink Tea Like a Jedi
Sara Shackett posted instructions on how to drink tea like a Jedi on her blog Tea Happiness. If you’re interested, you can read her instructions right here.
15 “Rogue One” Quotes for Everyday Situations
Find just the right words with these 15 “Rogue One” quotes to use in everyday life courtesy of Jyn Erso, Darth Vader, and more. StarWars.com and Amy Ratcliffe share just…
That’s No Death Star, It’s a Moon
CNET posted this extremely awesome picture of Saturn’s moon, Mimas. As you can see, it resembles a certain space station we all know and love. You can read more about…
Mean and Crazy Droids in the “Star Wars” Universe
StarWars.com and Tyler Westhause explore five of the meanest and often crazy droids in the “Star Wars” Universe, proving not all droids are like R2-D2 and C-3PO. Check them out…
The Force is Strong with This One!
Proof that the Force works in mysterious ways. Someone had the great idea of holding up their counter with an original copy of the “Star Wars” Special Edition VHS Trilogy.…
Going Inside “Star Wars: Galactic Maps”
“Star Wars: Galactic Maps – An Illustrated Atlas of the Star Wars Universe” Illustrator Tim McDonagh discusses mapping Jedha, “Shadows of the Empire” easter eggs, and much more with StarWars.com…
Death Star Plans Found on Earth!
Emmy nominated Concept Designer and Art Director Paul Bateman ran across the plans for the Death Star while thumbing through his “Star Wars” collection and posted this picture of what…
Stranger Wars – Episode IX: Star Things
Force Cult posted this extremely awesome poster mashing together elements of “Star Wars” and “Stranger Things.” From the looks of this, actress Millie Bobby Brown could totally pull off her…
Pablo Hidalgo Talks “Rogue One” Aliens
Much to learn you still have! Dana Jennings and StarWars.com talk Pao, Moroff, Two Tubes, and other “Rogue One” aliens with Pablo Hidalgo. Get all the info on a whole…
Everything You Want to Know About Order 66
Bryan Young and StarWars.com provide us with a guide to Order 66 and the end of the Jedi with their most recent Playlist. Here are the movies, TV episodes, comics,…