“Voltron” came to mind as soon as I saw this picture posted by Mark Austin on his Twitter. I’m sure it has something to do with the fact that my…
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We’re off to see Obi-Wan!
All they need is a heart, a brain, some courage, and the plans to the Death Star.
“TFA” Documentary Premieres at SXSW
“Secrets of ‘The Force Awakens:’ A Cinematic Journey” premiered last week at the Paramount Theatre at SXSW Film Festival with J.J. Abrams, VFX Supervisor Roger Guyett, Supervising Sound Editor Matthew…
Original R2-D2 Builder Tony Dyson Has Died
ROT5 is sad to report that original R2-D2 builder Tony Dyson has died. According to the BBC, ““He made four remote control units – two units for the actor Kenny…
The Droids Crash the Oscars
Look who showed up at the Oscars last night! Thanks to the Academy for the photo. You can see a video of the guys at the event after the jump.…
R2-D2 Was in The Goonies?
What was R2-D2 doing on the deck of One-Eyed Willie’s pirate ship in Richard Donner’s The Goonies?
“A Star Wars Christmas Story”
The holiday season didn’t officially end until yesterday according to the 12 Days of Christmas. Therefore, I don’t feel out of line posting this galactic tribute to one of the…
The Droids Meet in O2 Commercial
C-3PO and R2-D2 meet BB-8 in this new commercial for O2. Thanks to @STarWarsJunk for the video.
It’s As Easy As Riding a Bike!
You know the old saying and apparently it applies to “Star Wars” characters as well. Thanks to Her Universe for the cool picture!
Even Droids Need Love
Follow our intrepid, droid-hero R2-D2 as he tries to find love in our galaxy. Directed by Evan Atherton. Selected for the Sploid Short Film Festival, a celebration of the coolest…
Star Wars and Covergirl Present Extreme Robot Makeover
“I don’t seem to remember ever owning a droid… that look like either of THESE!!!” – Ghost of Obi-Wan Kenobi perusing the latest issue of Teen magazine. Thanks to Covergirl…
No one parties like R2D2
This very cool R2D2 party invitation was produced in 1977 by The Drawing Board, a greeting card company based in Dallas that produced some awesome items. I own a few…
R2-D2 Has a Cold
Apparently, even Astromech droids get colds. Imagine how cranky they can get when they feel under the weather. Thanks to Cool Star Wars Stuff for the pic.
R2-D2 Stows Away on International Space Station
This cool picture came from the International Space Station’s Twitter. New ISS Crew member Kjell Lindgren waves during ascent to space. R2-D2 doll hangs inside.
“What We Have Here is a Failure to Communicate!”
Are you tired of watching the “Star Wars” movies and wondering what R2-D2 and the other mech droids are saying to each other and everyone else? Disney has a book…
The droid you’re looking for is MMM-MMM good!
Killer Bootlegs and DKE Toys have a very cool mashup figure planned for San Diego Comic Con! It’s and R2/Andy Warhol mashup, called the “Star Warhol” droid! The piece will…