Here we are back again with ICYMI! Episode VIII appears to have a director, Episode VII may get delayed, Obi-Wan's coming to Rebels, and... Tom Cruise?? Read on to get caught up on everything you might have missed.
News
Rian Johnson's Representative Confirms He Will Direct Episode VIII
Last week we heard from several reliable sources that Looper director Rian Johnson would be taking the helm of Star Wars Episode VIII. This week his spokesperson confirmed the news. Read more...
Lucasfilm: Episode VII release will NOT be delayed by Ford injury
Even after the unfortunate mishap that left Harrison Ford with a broken leg, Lucasfilm is still confident in it's plan to release the film on Decemeber 18th, 2015. Read more...
Anthony Daniels Confirms Simon Pegg is on the Episode VII Set
After rumors surfaced about the actor appearing on set, and possibly being cast in the film, Anthony Daniels confirmed on Twitter that Simon Pegg was on the set of Star Wars Episode VII. But what is he doing there? Read more...
Andy Serkis Talks Episode VII on Conan
The Motion capture legend talks(and lies) with Conan O'Brian about the secrecy surrounding his new gig. Read more...
Force For Change: Win Lunch with J.J. Abrams
As if this contest couldn't get any better, you can now enter to win a lunch with Episode VII director J.J. Abrams. Read more...
'Star Wars: Commander' Mobile Strategy Game Announced
A brand new mobile game is on the way, Read more...
Star Wars Rebels Confirmed to Premiere in October
Following it's predecessor, The Clone Wars, Rebels is set to premiere on Disney XD this October. Read more...
Obi-Wan Kenobi Appears in French Trailer for 'Star Wars Rebels'
After rumors swirled that the strange old hermit might make a cameo in the series, a teaser trailer was released in France which confirmed that Obi-Wan Kenobi will indeed make an appearance, at least in Holgrahpic form. Read more...
Star Wars Rebels School Supplies
Kids and collectors take note: Rebels themed Lunch boxes and bags are coming soon! Read more...
Lucas Museum Coming To Chicago
After months of deliberation, George Lucas' museum, which is said to feature items from his personal collection and the Lucasfilm archives, has found it's home: Chicago, Illinois. Read more...
'Lords of the Sith' and 'Heir to the Jedi' Release Dates Changed
The two new canon novels, written by Paul S. Kemp and Kevin Hearne respectively, got new release dates.. April 15th, 2015 for Lords Of The Sith and February 17th, 2015 for Heir To The Jedi. Read more...
The Minifigure Cast of Episode VII
LEGO brilliantly recreated the now infamous Episode VII cast photo with minifigures! Read more...
Rumors
Harrison Ford to Miss Six Months Due to Injury
It seems a broken leg could keep Harrison down and out longer than previously believed. Read more...
Oscar Isaac to Have Larger Role in Episode VII Due to Harrison Ford's Injury
With Harrison unable to participate in filming for Episode VII for the time being, his co-star Oscar Isaac might step up and pick up the slack... Or maybe not. Read more here and here...
Tom Cruise to Appear in Episode VII
Could one of Hollywood's best and most famous make a cameo in Episode VII? Read more...
Billie Lourd Cast In Episode VII
The real daughter of Princess Leia may have a role. Read more...
Mandalorians and Sith Witches to Appear in Episode VII
This one suggests Mandos, and possibly the Nightsisters of Dathomir, could play a major role in the film. Read more...
Star Wars Episode VII: The Search For Luke Skywalker
Rumor has it Han Solo is the main focus of the story, and his quest it to find Luke Skywalker. Read more...
Also check out...
- The latest SWU Podcast where we had a blast breaking down all of this news & more.
- Episode 15 of The Clone Wars Strikes Back where Ciaran & Dominic sit down to talk about the Season 3 finale featuring Boba Fett.
- The latest edition of Darth Daddy's Customizing Corner.
- David Cronenberg talks about how he was asked to direct Return Of The Jedi back in the day, but turned it down.
Tidbits
- A talented YouTuber by the name of The Unusual Suspect created two Star Wars trailers, one for the Prequel trilogy and another for the Originals, edited in the same style as a recent trailer for Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy.
- These alternate/behind the scenes looks from The Empire Strikes Back gives us a whole new perspective on Luke and Vader's fateful Lightsaber duel on Cloud City.
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