Star Wars

Harrison Ford gets into a scuffle with Chewbacca

Jaclyn Brandt — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:29:00 -0700

Star Wars fans got a treat Wednesday night when two of the original characters showed up on Jimmy Kimmel Live! And one of them was fully in costume.

Star Wars actor dies: Richard LeParmentier remembered

Caroline Goddard — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:58:00 -0700

Richard LeParmentier, an original Star Wars actor whose near-demise at the hands of Darth Vader became one of the most-quoted lines of the franchise, is dead at 66.

See inside Tori Spelling’s Star Wars birthday party for Liam

Kim Grundy — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 08:30:00 -0700

The force was strong with Tori Spelling as she threw her son a Star Wars-themed birthday party for his 6th birthday. From the Darth Vader cake to the party favors, flip through all the photos to plan your own Jedi-approved birthday bash.

Joss Whedon reveals what he'd do with Star Wars Episode VII

Krystal Clark — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:38:00 -0700

Joss Whedon's playing a game of should've, could've, would've. The director's extremely busy with his Marvel projects , but he's still got his eye on Star Wars. He recently revealed his vision for the new trilogy.

Cartoon Network loses Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Krystal Clark — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:26:00 -0700

Star Wars: The Clone Wars is no more. After five successful seasons, Lucasfilm has canceled the animated series. The Cartoon Network, which airs the show, also confirmed the news.

Lucas confirms Ford, Hamill's return to Star Wars

Jaclyn Brandt — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 10:09:00 -0800

A day after Carrie Fisher announced her return for Star Wars: Episode VII, George Lucas lets it slip that all three actors have signed on the dotted line.

Carrie Fisher confirms Star Wars return

Jaclyn Brandt — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 10:29:00 -0800

The actress has confirmed she will be appearing in the next Star Wars film, and if she has her way, the bikini and bagel buns will be coming with her.

Nourishing your child’s inner geek

Monica Beyer — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:00:00 -0800

If you’re a SciFi or comic book fan, when’s the best time to introduce your kiddo to the nuances of geek culture in the form of your favorite films or television shows? Some say it’s never too early — but there are a few things to keep in mind before you turn on the tube.

Mark Hamill being "talked to" about Star Wars: Episode VII

Joyce Slaton — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 11:50:00 -0800

Rumors have been flying about the plans to reinvigorate the Star Wars franchise now that Disney's got the reins. Original Luke Skywalker Mark Hamill says he thinks he knows where the story's going.

NFW: Harrison Ford to return as Han Solo?

Joyce Slaton — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800

Is director J.J. Abrams' going really, really old-school for Episode VII, the Star Wars that many hope will be a return to the series' 1970s glory?

Disney confirms multiple Star Wars "spinoffs"

Deirdre Kaye — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 08:35:00 -0800

Disney confirms Star Wars spinoffs. Not everyone is thrilled. We're so conflicted!

Star Wars 3D prequel releases: So not happening

Krystal Clark — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:42:00 -0800

The Star Wars prequels have been scrapped. Instead of re-releasing the trilogy in 3D, Disney wants to shift gears. All of their attention will go into the newest entry, Episode VII.

Will he or won't he? J.J. Abrams set for Star Wars 7

Krystal Clark — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:19:00 -0800

Is there anything J.J. Abrams can't do? The director and producer's been tapped to take over the Star Wars franchise. Multiple sources claim Abrams has become one with the force.

Star Wars creator George Lucas is engaged

Deirdre Kaye — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 10:18:00 -0800

Did George Lucas just score himself a successful trophy wife or did she score him? Who wouldn't want to marry an aging multibillionaire?

J.J. Abrams says no thanks to directing Star Wars 7

Krystal Clark — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 09:13:00 -0800

Is J.J. Abrams in the running to direct the next Star Wars? Don't hold your breath. He has no intention of tackling the sci-fi franchise. Abrams only has eyes for Star Trek.

Empire Strikes Back writer hired to help with new Star Wars

Jaclyn Brandt — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 19:16:00 -0800

Disney seems to be doing all it can to keep Star Wars fans coming back for more. Adding three high-profile writers to the new projects is a good start.

Steven Spielberg rules himself out as director of Star Wars

Jaclyn Brandt — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 18:15:00 -0800

The director could have any project he wants, but he knows he is not the right person for this job.

Toy Story 3 writer Michael Arndt hired to write new Star Wars

Jaclyn Brandt — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 10:15:00 -0800

Michael Arndt has won one of the most sought-after jobs in Hollywood: writing the first new Star Wars film since 2005.

Harrison Ford keeping Star Wars options open

Krystal Clark — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:00:00 -0800

Can Disney lure Harrison Ford back to Star Wars? The actor, who brought Han Solo to the big screen, could appear in future sequels. He's keeping his options open.

Mark Hamill on sale of Star Wars: 'OMG, what a shock'

Jaclyn Brandt — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:30:00 -0700

The actor who played Luke Skywalker in the original Star Wars films found out about the sale of Lucasfilm along with everyone else, on the Internet. But Lucas had let him in on his idea of making three new films.

Disney acquires Lucasfilm

Kristyn Burtt — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 14:43:00 -0700

The entertainment industry stood up and took notice today as Disney announced it is buying the legendary portfolio of filmmaker George Lucas.