Ryan Gosling Joins Star Wars, Maul Series Revealed, and Andor Season 2 Insights
In this members only bonus episode of Star Wars Generations, Alex returns from Japan to share all the breaking news from Star Wars Celebration 2025. The annual event brought together fans from 125 countries, showcasing upcoming Star Wars projects that will shape the franchise’s future. From surprise celebrity appearances to exclusive footage, this episode covers everything fans need to know about what’s coming to the galaxy far, far away.
What major casting announcement shocked fans at the Mandalorian and Grogu panel? Ryan Gosling was revealed as the lead in Star Wars: Starfighter, a new movie set five years after The Rise of Skywalker. This marks a new era of Star Wars storytelling, exploring the aftermath of the Final Order’s defeat. Alex describes the dramatic moment when Gosling walked on stage after flying in just hours before.
How impressive was the Mandalorian and Grogu movie footage? Alex shares details about the exclusive sizzle reel shown at Celebration, featuring underwater Grogu scenes, Mando’s own hallway fight sequence against stormtroopers in an AT-AT, and confirmation that Sigourney Weaver will play a major role in the New Republic.
What animated projects were announced? The animation panel delivered multiple surprises, including previously unseen The Clone Wars footage of Cad Bane training Boba Fett, a screening of the first episode of Tales of the Underworld, and most significantly, a trailer for Maul: Shadow Lord. This new series will follow Maul a year after the Siege of Mandalore as he trains Darth Talon as his apprentice while rebuilding his crime empire.
What can viewers expect from Andor Season 2? The hosts discuss insights gained from the Andor panel and the full premiere episode screening. Each three-episode drop will represent one year in the timeline, starting at 4 BBY and ultimately connecting to Rogue One. The cast emphasized the show’s focus on exposing the Empire’s fascism and suggested watching Rogue One immediately after Andor Season 2 concludes for a completely new perspective.
Other Star Wars Celebration Highlights:
- Ahsoka Season 2 details: Hayden Christensen returning, Admiral Ackbar going up against Thrawn, deeper exploration of the Mortis gods, and more screen time for Rebels characters
- Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 announcements, including sequels to popular shorts and a full series based on “The Ninth Jedi”
- Overwhelmingly positive fan reception to The Acolyte, with rumors of potential uncancellation
- 100 fans dressed as Kino prisoners sprinting around the stage yelling “One way out!” before the Andor panel
- Confirmation that Star Wars Celebration will return to LA in 2027 for the 50th anniversary of Star Wars
The hosts concluded by making plans to attend the 2027 celebration together, discussing potential cosplay ideas and expressing excitement about rumored appearances from original cast members and possibly even George Lucas himself. This episode provides essential information for Star Wars fans eager to know what’s in store for the franchise over the coming years.
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