Disney’s Star Wars series on Disney+, titled “Ahsoka,” seems set to explore familiar territory once more with its live-action installment. Starring Rosario Dawson, the first season revisited the Lucas era, unexpectedly bringing back Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker. It appears that showrunner Dave Filoni is not yet done with his roster of nostalgic cameos.
Intriguing news from the popular pop culture podcast featuring Kristian Harloff indicates that the series is close to landing a major casting achievement – Natalie Portman. Renowned for her role as Padmé Amidala, Portman’s potential return could transpire through the mysterious World Between Worlds, a storyline element from the animated Star Wars: Rebels, which brought back other iconic characters during the first season.
The actress who won an Oscar portrayed Padmé in “Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith” from 2005 and met a sad fate. There were hints about her possible return in 2023, but during that time, she stated that no one had contacted her regarding reprising the character. However, she expressed openness to the idea if given the opportunity.
Lucasfilm appears to be thoroughly exploring every nook and cranny of the Star Wars universe, with Ahsoka being one such example. There are rumors swirling that Ewan McGregor, who once brandished his lightsaber in the Obi-Wan Kenobi series (which thankfully had a short run), might reappear in flashbacks during the show’s second season. While nothing has been officially confirmed, these whispers echo earlier speculations about Christensen’s return, suggesting a trend of bringing back cherished characters.
It is anticipated that Ahsoka will wrap up in its second season, with filming scheduled to begin towards the end of this year. The exact release date is being kept under wraps, however rumors point towards a debut on Disney+ in early 2026. This timing aligns with speculation about Disney reducing their Star Wars television productions, but they appear committed to pushing forward with the upcoming feature films, like Jon Favreau’s The Mandalorian & Grogu, James Mangold’s Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi, and an unnamed sequel-era film featuring Daisy Ridley.
A significant number of fans have found Disney’s latest Star Wars productions disappointing. Shows such as “The Acolyte” appear to prioritize incorporating “woke” themes over providing straightforward entertainment. While “Skeleton Crew” was less problematic in this regard, it struggled to attract viewers. However, the possible reunion of Portman and McGregor could reignite audience enthusiasm for the series. It remains to be seen if Ahsoka can effectively blend fan-favorite elements with a substantial narrative, or if it will fall into the traps of enforced diversity and inclusivity that have affected other contemporary Star Wars productions. Ultimately, getting people to watch may prove to be the most challenging hurdle.
Read More
- The Beauty Cast Adds Rebecca Hall to Ryan Murphy’s FX Series
- Skeleton Crew Episode 4 Ending Explained: What Happens to Neel?
- Why Is ‘Vexbolts Mass Unfollowing’ Trending on TikTok & What Did He Do?
- IMX PREDICTION. IMX cryptocurrency
- How Much Did Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Contribute to the US Economy?
- Bill Skarsgård Talks Reprising Pennywise Role for It: Welcome to Derry: ‘It’s Pretty Hardcore’
- What Happened to Richard Perry? ‘You’re So Vain’ Music Producer Passes Away
- Who Is Kelly Reilly’s Husband? Kyle Baugher’s Job & Relationship History
- Old Guy Trailer Sets Release Date for Christoph Waltz Action Comedy
- Shoresy Season 4 Release Date Set for Hulu Comedy’s Return
2025-01-22 16:00