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'Star Wars: Episode 7′ — Mark Hamill Talks His Involvement and Potential Plot Details

Jacob Hall — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:43:57 +0000

A few days ago, a special screening of 'Return of the Jedi' was held at Entertainment Weekly's CapeTown Film Festival and audiences found themselves treated to a special appearance by Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill. Over the course of two Q&As, the beloved actor spoke about his involvement in 'Star Wars: Episode 7' and the 'Star Wars' franchise as a whole confirming some information we already unofficially knew and revealing a bit more about the new trilogy.

Star Wars Day Attack Ad: Say No to May the 4th [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:55:20 +0000

I love a good and cheesy public service announcement. From Canada's "Say No to Social Farting" to my own "Fighting the Effects of Obsessive Oversized Puppy Syndrome," parody PSAs are always good for a chuckle. Now there is a new one blowing up the internet.

Carrie Fisher Talks About Her Role in 'Star Wars: Episode 7′

Mike Sampson — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:35:44 +0000

While Harrison Ford is doing his best to stay quiet about 'Star Wars: Episode 7,' Carrie Fisher (the first to spill the beans about returning for Disney's 'Star Wars' sequels) is still talking. The actress was at the Calgary Comic and Entertainment Expo over the weekend and had plenty to say about 'Star Wars: Episode 7' including why Disney is sending people to her house on a regular basis.

These Creepy Skintight 'Star Wars' Costumes Will Give You Nightmares

Eddie Wright — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 19:46:31 +0000

Looking to get an early start on your costume for that midnight screening of ‘Star Wars: Episode VII‘ in 2015? Well Costume Craze has got you disturbingly and revealingly covered with their “OH THE HUMANITY!” shout-inducing Second Skin costumes featuring your favorite folks from a galaxy that is not nearly far, far away enough. Check [...]

Harrison Ford Melts Down on Kimmel After Being Asked 'Star Wars' Questions

Kyle Dowling — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:02:52 +0000

We guess not everyone is excited about the new Star Wars reboot. Looks like Han is truly going Solo. On a recent episode on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live,’ superstar Harrison Ford dropped by to promote his new film ’42.’ But during the interview, when asked about JJ Abrams’ new Star Wars movie, Ford declared that he couldn’t [...]

'Star Wars' Actor Richard LeParmentier Dead at 66

Jacob Hall — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:30:06 +0000

Richard LeParmentier, who was a key actor in one of the most famous ‘Star Wars‘ scenes of all time, has passed away at 66. Even if you don’t know his name, you’ll surely know him as the Imperial Admiral whose “lack of faith” Darth Vader finds disturbing. Yep, you know the scene. During a villainous [...]

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ Is Definitely Not Something Harrison Ford Wants to Talk About…Yet

Nick Romano — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:05:48 +0000

As you most likely already know, reports of Harrison Ford's involvement in the upcoming J.J. Abrams-directed 'Star Wars: Episode 7' came out a while back followed by a statement from George Lucas saying that him, Carrie Fisher and Mark Hamill were all in negotiations. Plus even Ford himself said he "thinks" it's a sure thing -- but that's apparently all he has to say on the matter and he won't discuss it further. Seriously.

Watch All Six 'Star Wars' Movies at Once

Emerald Catron — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:04:44 +0000

If you’ve never seen any of the ‘Star Wars‘ movies and just want to get it over with once and for all, here you go. This is all six of the ‘Star Wars’ movies that have been made to date. Conveniently playing at once in one video. That way you can knock out the entire [...]

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ — Billy Dee Williams Might Actually Return as Lando Calrissian

Eric Walkuski — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:05:23 +0000

As 'Star Wars: Episode 7' speculation continues regarding the original 'Star Wars' cast's return, we take a time-out from that buzz to focus on another crucial character in the franchise's universe: Lando Calrissian. Will Han Solo's smooth operator of a friend also be appearing in the next trilogy?

Billy Dee Williams has spoken out about the possibility, and his comments just might surprise you! And yes, it's definitely more substantial than the last time Williams addressed the matter.

23-Year-Old Man Finally Learns Who Luke Skywalker's Father Is

Kyle Dowling — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:06:30 +0000

"Luke, I am your father," is perhaps one of the most famous lines ever in cinematic history. It has been said by nearly anyone with the ability to speak -- except for 23-year-old Carlos, who had no clue that Skywalker's old man was Darth Vadar. Thankfully, when his friends discovered this they decided to make an event of it.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ — Mark Hamill Talks About Returning as Luke Skywalker

Jacob Hall — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:43:24 +0000

'Star Wars: Episode 7' is still a few years away, but it's all the internet can talk about...even though everyone knows nothing about it. In that way, it's kinda comforting to know that Luke Skywalker himself is just as much in the dark as the rest of us! Although the one and only Mark Hamill can't provide us with any hard data on the upcoming 'Star Wars' adventure, he unleashed his two cents on the entire project into the internet.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ – Harrison Ford Confirmed to Return as Han Solo!

Mike Sampson — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 15:27:32 +0000

'Star Wars: Episode 7' is still in the early stages of development with J.J. Abrams just joining the team a few weeks ago. So what was one of J.J.'s first orders of business after signing on to direct the next 'Star Wars' film? Today we get word that Harrison Ford will return as Han Solo in 'Star Wars: Episode 7.'

'Star Wars Episode 7′ — Lawrence Kasdan Wants to "Start Fresh"

Jacob Hall — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 18:09:50 +0000

There was much fanboy rejoicing when is was learned that Lawrence Kasdan was on board to write a new 'Star Wars' spin-off movie and consult on 'Star Wars Episode 7.' After all, this is the man who wrote 'The Empire Strikes Back,' a movie that isn't just the best 'Star Wars' movie, but one of the best science fiction movies ever made. Although the full details of whatever Kasdan is working on (a Yoda movie? Young Han Solo?) are buried in an underground bunker somewhere, he recently spoke about his involvement in the new films.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ – Keri Russell to Re-Team With J.J. Abrams?

Mike Sampson — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:14:03 +0000

'Star Wars: Episode 7' will be directed by J.J. Abrams and now that we know this, we can turn our rumor-mongering attention to who is going to star in the film. We've previously heard that Chloe Moretz was pitched for the lead role, which might mean a female Jedi will lead the new trilogy. And one of the female actors who has worked closely with J.J. Abrams over the years - Keri Russell - says she would love to be a part of Abrams' new 'Star Wars' universe.

'Star Trek 3′ – Will J.J. Abrams Still Direct?

Jacob Hall — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 16:32:08 +0000

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've heard the news: JJ Abrams is officially directing 'Star Wars: Episode VII.' Even if you didn't hear it, you surely felt the rumble that shook the entire planet after the news caused the entire internet to break in half. While fans and critics alike debated what this meant for the 'Star Wars' franchise, another question arose. With Abrams departing for a galaxy far far away, what was going to happen to the 'Star Trek' franchise?

J.J. Abrams Officially Directing 'Star Wars Episode 7′

Damon Houx — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 05:04:03 +0000

There may have been some wiggle-room yesterday about the news that J.J. Abrams was set to direct 'Star Wars Episode 7,' but Disney and Lucasfilm have confirmed that your new 'Star Wars' director was your old 'Star Trek' director.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ – J.J. Abrams Will Direct!

Mike Sampson — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 21:42:47 +0000

The search for a 'Star Wars: Episode 7' director is over. J.J. Abrams - the man who once said he would only be interested in 'Star Wars' as a paying moviegoer - will direct the first film in the new trilogy.

'Star Wars' News: White House Nixes Death Star Plans

Damon Houx — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 04:37:48 +0000

For whatever reason, 'Star Wars' fans petitioned the White House wanting the United States to make a Death Star. That the country our the government has no interest in making one is no surprise. But the Chief of the Science and Space Branch at the White House Office of Management and Budget Paul Shawcross responded to the petition in the nerdiest way possible.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ Plot Details Revealed?

Mike Sampson — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 14:13:35 +0000

There's been lots of speculation about who would direct 'Star Wars: Episode 7' but so far we haven't heard any rumors regarding the plot of 'Star Wars: Episode 7.' But that may have changed with a new report that may have revealed the top secret plot of the new 'Star Wars' trilogy.

Petition to Build Death Star Gaining Steam

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:21:40 +0000

On the White House's website there is a "We The People" section, which allows citizens to "petition the Obama Administration to take action on a range of important issues facing our country." If any submitted petition gets 25,000 E-signatures, then the White House will review the proposal.

Our favorite of these petitions this month has to be from Colorado man “John D" who, as we reported last week, wants the government to secure resources and funding to begin the construction of a Death Star by 2016.