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Star Wars is a multimedia franchise that started in 1977 by creator George Lucas. After the release of Star Wars: Episode IV- A New Hope (originally just titled Star Wars), the franchise quickly exploded, spawning multiple sequels, prequels, TV shows, video games, comics, and much more. After Disney acquired the rights to the franchise, they quickly expanded the universe on Disney+, starting with The Mandalorian.

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I Can't Believe This Death Star Timeline Detail That Andor Season 2 Confirmed, And It Really Changes A New Hope

The recent story of Andor season 2 has confirmed a subtle aspect of the Death Star’s timeline in Star Wars, changing how we see A New Hope completely.

Buffy Summers (foreground) with the Original Trilogy Star Wars characters in the background
Like It or Not, Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Revival Should Learn a Few Things From Star Wars If It Wants to Work

With a Buffy the Vampire Slayer TV reboot officially on its way, there is a valuable lesson that the franchise can learn from Star Wars.

Ewan McGregor smiling at Qui-Gon Jinn in Obi-Wan Kenobi season 1 episode 6
Ewan McGregor Has Named This "Ballsy And Wise-Cracking And Beautiful" Star Wars Character As His All-Time Favorite

Obi-Wan Kenobi actor, Ewan McGregor, revealed who his all-time favorite Star Wars character is, and spoiler alert—it’s not Obi-Wan.

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"Streaming Is Dead": Andor's Showrunner Just Revealed The Real Reason Star Wars' Best TV Show Will Never Be Repeated

Andor showrunner Tony Gilroy has revealed the real reason he thinks his show will never be repeated - but is he right, and is streaming really dead?

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Rey Skywalker (Daisy Ridley) holding a blue lightsaber in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker next to Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) holding a blue lightsaber in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
I'm Not Sure How, But Star Wars Just Made Me Love Rise of Skywalker's Most Controversial Scene

The Rise of Skywalker comic adaptation is poised to give pivotal characters, like Ahsoka Tano and Kanan Jarrus, the visual presence they deserve.

Mon Mothma in Andor season 2
Andor Season 2 Fixed An Awful Star Wars Trend (& I Couldn't Be Happier)

Andor season 2 managed to pull off one tricky character transition that broke a disappointing trend seen in Star Wars' shows and movies.

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Cassian Andor
Andor's Most Powerful Message Finishes What George Lucas Started With Luke & Vader 42 Years Ago

Andor season 2 dares to confront one of George Lucas' most important themes, using Star Wars to give a message as timely as it is powerful.

Saw Gerrera looking concerned in Andor season 2
Sorry, But I'll Never Think This One Star Wars Rebel Was A Good Person

Saw Gerrera is undoubtedly a very important figure in the Rebellion, but I will never be able to think of him as a good person regardless.

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Bix Caleen looking serious in Andor season 2
Revenge May Not Be The Jedi Way, But It Was One Of The Most Satisfying Parts Of Andor

While the Jedi aren't meant to seek revenge in Star Wars, one Andor season 2 scene revealed just how satisfying revenge can be for others.

Pe Amidala in front of an image of Naboo in purple
Star Wars' Smartest Prequel Trilogy Character Deserves More Credit, And This Brilliant Cosplay Proves It

One Star Wars prequel trilogy character consistently proved to be among the most intelligent, and this incredible cosplay reinforces that perfectly.

Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) speaking euphorically in Andor Season 2 Ep 12
Andor’s Record-Breaking Budget Confirmed By Showrunner

Showrunner Tony Gilroy has just confirmed Andor's massive rumored budget. Has that financial risk been worth it for Lucasfilm and Disney?

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Diego Luna as Cassian Andor in Andor season 2
Why Andor Season 3 Isn't Happening

Andor is the best live-action Star Wars TV show and a smash hit with fans and critics, so why did this brilliant series only get two seasons?

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Palpatine looks forward with Sith eyes and an eery expression in Revenge of the Sith
I've Totally Just Figured Out Why NOBODY Could Beat Palpatine In Revenge Of The Sith

Revenge of the Sith was a near-total victory for Emperor Palpatine, and a hidden Sith ability explains why no Jedi had a chance at stopping him.

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A custom image of Harrison Ford as Han Solo in Star Wars.
48 Years Later, Star Wars Has Shown Why Han Solo Was The Perfect Fit For The Rebel Alliance All Along

Han Solo may have been a very different character than other Star Wars rebels, but the franchise has often shown why he was a perfect fit all along.

Star Wars Can Finally Bring Together It's New C-3PO and R2-D2 Replacements
I Just Figured Out How Star Wars Can Finally Bring Together It's New C-3PO and R2-D2 Replacements

Star Wars has an easy way to finally bring together two of its best C-3PO and R2-D2 replacements, finally bringing together two fan-favorite droids.

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Carrie Fisher as Leia in The Rise of Skywalker smiling slightly
Star Wars Gives Leia the Final Send-Off Carrie Fisher Deserved

The newest Rise of Skywalker adaptation gives Leia a perfect final send-off, one deserving of the late Carrie Fisher, who ed away before the film.

Stellan Skarsgard as Luthen Rael in Andor seaosn 2
One Rise Of Skywalker Scene Is So Much Better After Andor Season 2

One of The Rise of Skywalker's best scenes has been made infinitely more impactful after Andor season 2. There's more to life than the Jedi.

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Darth Vader to the left and Luke Skywalker to the right both from The Empire Strikes Back in front of an image of the planet Hoth
Darth Vader's Obsession With Luke Skywalker Became The Rebellion's Greatest Weapon

The Rebellion had many weapons in the original Star Wars trilogy, but Darth Vader’s focus on Luke Skywalker may prove to be the best of them all.

Temuera Morrison and Ming-Na Wen in The Book of Boba Fett
The Book Of Boba Fett Star Confirms Status For The Mandalorian And Grogu Movie

EXCLUSIVE: A major star from The Book of Boba Fett has confirmed whether their character will be seen in Star Wars' The Mandalorian and Grogu.

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Leida looking surprised at Mon Mothma who stands in front during Leida's wedding in Andor season 2
One Dark Andor Season 2 Scene Turns Everything George Lucas Did Upside-Down (& I Think That's The Point)

This one disturbing Andor season 2 storyline completely changed one of George Lucas' early concepts in Star Wars, but I understand why.

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