VIDEO INTERVIEWS: Daisy Ridley and the Cast and Crew Discuss ‘The Rise of Skywalker’

The cast and crew of Episode IX were on hand this weekend at Star Wars Celebration, to give us the very first look at The Rise of Skywalker. They even stopped to give interviews, and the highlights can be seen below.

While the panels made the most headlines, fans spent most of their time on the massive show floor, where a “Star Wars Show” stage and dealer booths kept fans busy.

Here are highlights from the Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker panel.

Here, Daisy Ridley discusses the character of Rey.

Here’s everyone’s favorite rogue Stormtrooper, John Boyega.

Here’s old Goldenrod himself, Anthony Daniels.

Everything you’ve heard about him is true: here’s Billy Dee Williams.

Director JJ Abrams discussed how he approached the film.

Joonas Suotamo discussed the new trailer and his role as Chewbacca.

Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy talked about ending the Skywalker saga.

Kelly Marie Tran filled us in on the return of Rose Tico.

Naomi Ackie, who joins the cast as a character named Jannah, shared her thoughts.

Oscar Isaac, who plays Poe Dameron, also discussed the film.

Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker opens December 20.