Star Wars: Episode VIII title officially revealed as "The Last Jedi"

With the release of the first spin-off film in "Rogue One" now in the rear view mirror, Star Wars fans have turned their attention to the impending release of the next numerical installment in the franchise... And that is Episode VIII. Thanks to the official Star Wars Facebook page, we now have a title to that chapter, and that is "Star Wars: The Last Jedi"!

Via the official FB post itself, the description reads as:

"We have the greatest fans in this or any other galaxy. In appreciation of the fans, we wanted them to be the first to know the title of the next chapter in the Skywalker saga: STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI. 

THE LAST JEDI is written and directed by Rian Johnson and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Ram Bergman and executive produced by J.J. Abrams, Jason McGatlin, and Tom Karnowski."

From the title alone, it sounds like Episode VIII will deal with the Jedi legacy - specifically Luke Skywalker (played by Mark Hamill), who was last seen at the end of The Force Awakens and found by Rey.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi will be released in December 2017.

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story: New Poster showcases the cast and Darth Vader

Hitting theaters at the end of the year and already setting up the expansion of the Star Wars universe with other movie spinoffs beyond the main canonical film line, Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. has released a new poster for "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" - which details the tale of a band of rebels who steal the plans of the Empire's new secret weapon - The Death Star". The film, directed by Gareth Edwards, stars Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Mads Mikkelsen, Forest Whitaker, and also features the return of the Dark Lord of the Sith himself - Darth Vader.

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story hits theaters on December 16.

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story: New Theatrical Trailer released w/ Darth Vader on it

Hitting theaters later this year and telling the story of a group of rebels who make the daring choice to embark on a mission to steal the plans of the Galactic Empire's most dangerous weapon yet, Disney and Lucasfilm Ltd. have released a brand new trailer to "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" -  the first spin-off film set in the same universe as the Star Wars films and which takes place BEFORE the events of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope.


In the trailer, we get more sequences and lines with the cast... And a very special appearance at the end by a certain Sith Lord everyone knows... Darth Vader himself.

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Trailer (Official)
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story hits theaters on December 16, 2016.

ICYMI: New "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" poster and trailer released from Star Wars Celebration 2016

In case you weren't around for the entertainment news this weekend, a LOT happened in this year's "Star Wars Celebration 2016" event in Europe, and one of the most anticipated films coming out this year - "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" - has a new poster and trailer to its name!


ROGUE ONE: A Star Wars Story 'Celebration' Trailer 2016
Rogue One: A Star Wars Story hits theaters on December 16!

Star Wars: The Force Awakens: Now in Theaters!

One of the most anticipated sequels of all time is finally here. Star Wars: The Force Awakens, aka Episode VII of the long running epic space opera saga, is now in theaters just in time for the holidays, and it's certainly that kind of movie that fans of the franchise will flock too as well as draw newbies into its circle with the power of "The Force".



However, there's plenty of spoilers going around that will take away the magic of viewing this film in all its cinematic grandeur. If you have time, do yourself a favor, watch the film, and skip all the chatrooms, comments, and discussion threads that will certainly ruin the experience thanks to countless memes and trolls.

Now what are you waiting for... GO AND MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU!

ICYMI: Star Wars: The Force Awakens Theatrical Trailer released

Just in case you're among those who haven't gone online and seen the latest trailer yet... THE FORCE BECKONS YOU TO WATCH IT NOW.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailer (Official)
With a new adventure set 30 years after the events of "Return of the Jedi" coming, those who admired the heroes of the Rebel Alliance will be glad to know that Han Solo, Princess Leia, and Luke Skywalker are coming back... Joined by a new set of characters in Finn, Rey, and Poe as they face off against Kylo Ren and the First Order.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits theaters on December 18.

ICYMI: Drew Struzan's poster for "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" revealed at D23 Expo

Shown off at this weekend's D23 Expo and looking visually striking as expected from the artist's reputation, Drew Struzan's poster for "Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens" has gone online via i09 and IGN, and all that's left is seeing a High-Res clear release of this beauty hit anytime soon. Much like the Special Editions of the original trilogy as well as the posters for the prequels, this is nothing short of EPIC and EXCITING to see, and with all the Star Wars news coming out of the woodwork from the first Star Wars: Rogue One cast pic and the new "Star Wars land" attraction planned for DisneyLand, The Force is truly strong with the fans of this saga from a Galaxy Far, Far Away!

Star Wars: The Force Awakens hits theaters on December 18!

ICYMI: Star Wars: The Force Awakens International TV Spot features new footage

After months of teases and just in time to tease more revelations to come in this weekend's D23 Expo, Walt Disney Pictures and LucasFilm Ltd. have released a brand new international TV Spot containing new footage from J.J Abrams' installment in the epic Star Wars saga that is "Star Wars: The Force Awakens"!

Courtesy of Comic Book.com and the Star Wars Korea YouTube page, here is the TV Spot.



Star Wars: The Force Awakens will be released on December 18, 2015!

Star Wars: A New Hope celebrates 38 years!

It's hard to imagine that George Lucas' first foray into a galaxy far, far away happened 38 years ago... Yet here we are and honoring the release of one of the greatest science fiction and adventure films of all time - "Star Wars".

Released on May 25th, 1977, the first film, later retitled "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", told the story of Luke Skywalker, a farmhand from the planet Tatooine who stumbles upon two droids who hold plans crucial for the Rebel Alliance to destroy the "Death Star" - a planet destroying space station used by the Galactic Empire to spread fear and tyranny across the galaxy. Accompanying him on his journey is a legendary Jedi Master named Obi-Wan Kenobi, who guides Luke and helps him march forward to his destiny to become a Jedi Knight. Along the way they meet unlikely allies in Han Solo and Chewbacca, and the group march forward to rescue Princess Leia Organa from the clutches of Sith Lord Darth Vader, ultimately helping the Rebel Alliance fight back against the Empire to restore peace and freedom across the galaxy.

Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Peter Cushing, and the late great Sir Alec Guinness. Legendary cast, and the film still stands the test of time to this day. With a new Star Wars coming up this December, the entire world celebrates this milestone.

Star Wars A New Hope 1977 Trailer

Happy 38 years, Star Wars! May The Force Be With You... Always!

Star Wars Episode VII's title revealed: "The Force Awakens"

Pretty much self explanatory, with the news coming from Newsarama.

STAR WARS EPISODE VII: THE FORCE AWAKENS. COMING DECEMBER 2015.

Star Wars: Episode VII Cast officially announced and First Pic of the team revealed!

Looks like the return to "A Galaxy Far, Far Away" is now in full swing, as J.J. Abrams and his team behind the next installment of the infamous "Star Wars" film franchise have officially unveiled the cast for Episode VII!!!

Via the official Star Wars website, an official press statement, accompanied by the first cast pic, has been released showing the lineup of actors new and old reigniting the classic space saga George Lucas started, and here it is:

"The Star Wars team is thrilled to announce the cast of Star Wars: Episode VII. Actors John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, and Max von Sydow will join the original stars of the saga, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, and Kenny Baker in the new film. 

Director J.J. Abrams says, "We are so excited to finally share the cast of Star Wars: Episode VII. It is both thrilling and surreal to watch the beloved original cast and these brilliant new performers come together to bring this world to life, once again. We start shooting in a couple of weeks, and everyone is doing their best to make the fans proud." 

Star Wars: Episode VII is being directed by J.J. Abrams from a screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan and Abrams. Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams, and Bryan Burk are producing, and John Williams returns as the composer. The movie opens worldwide on December 18, 2015."

So there you have it... STAR WARS Episode VII has it's cast, with new characters joining Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia and the old gang in theaters on 2015!

Star Wars: New Trilogy Movies and Spinoffs by Disney come out annually starting 2015

Looks like big Star Wars news has hits once more.

According to Disney's own Alan Horn when he was interviewed at this year's Cinema Con, the studio that already owns LucasFilm Ltd. and the keys to the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises is looking to make the next 'Wars Trilogy saga and its subsequent spinoffs a yearly thing... Much like the other property owned by the company which is Marvel and its film centered "Marvel Cinematic Universe"!

According to reports by Bleeding Cool and Geek Tyrant, Disney is looking to release Episode VII with J.J. Abrams directing as scheduled, but will follow things up with a Star Wars film spin-off the next year on 2016. Whether it will be the rumored character film that may concentrate on a character like Han Solo or Boba Fett is anyone's guess, but the next chapter of the main trilogy being Episode VIII follows the year after on 2017. From that pattern another spin-off follows, and then the final chapter of the new trilogy comes in with Episode IX.

So there you have it. Potential and straight Star Wars films each year starting 2015. It's two years from now, so there's a lot to look forward to and updates still in the making.

Star Wars: J.J Abrams to helm Episode VII; Won't feature Drew Struzan artwork

Looks like the new generation of Star Wars films under Walt Disney Pictures is going to take off in a big way, as Lost and current Star Trek films helmer J.J. Abrams has confirmed that he is directing Episode VII! Via a report in TheWrap and posted in newssites like Superherohype, Abrams has been continually asked to direct the new SW film, and being a big fan of the universe itself, has finally agreed to do so. Check out the source post at Superherohype for more on the scoop!

Unfortunately, the new films under Walt Disney Pictures and LucasFilms Ltd. won't be seeing one thing returning, and that's legendary artist Drew Struzan. Known for his amazing posters in the classic Star Wars and Indiana Jones films, the artist took to his official Facebook Page and wrote a post called "Misunderstood...", confirming that he isn't returning and that Disney hasn't contacted him for work. For more on this as well as Struzan's belief to leave things to a new generation, visit the source post at Cinema Blend.

The new Star Wars film is expected to hit theaters on 2015!

Star Wars: Original Trilogy characters will return for Episode VII

Since the BIG acquisition news of LucasFilm Ltd. by Disney for $4.05 Billion Dollars, the very next project and priority for the new merger is the next trilogy of Star Wars films. Confirmed for release on 2015, "Episode VII" already has a screenwriter on board in the form of Michael Arndt, who's credentials include Toy Story 3 and the next installment of The Hunger Games film series, Catching Fire. What was also rumored was that three of the key characters involved with the original Star Wars trilogy (Episode IV, V, and VI) were in talks to appear in the new "Disney era" film series, namely Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia Organa, and Han Solo. News from ENewsi and the Hollywood Reporter confirms that 2/3 of that trio will return.

Indiana Jones: Blu-Ray Set Raiders of the Lost Ark "Deleted Fight Scene"

With the new Indiana Jones: The Complete Adventures Blu-Ray set on the way this month, Lucasfilm Ltd. and Paramount are going all out in promoting the collection's numerous special features. That being said, Bleeding Cool and Entertainment Weekly have provided a sneak peek at one of those extras, featuring a look at what could have been the "Indy vs Swordsman fight scene" from Raiders of the Lost Ark... had Harrison Ford not had an upset stomach.

'Raiders of the Lost Ark' Deleted Scene - Indy and the Swordsman
No matter what was intended originally, it all turned out for the best in the end.

Grab the Indiana Jones: The Complete Adventures Blu-Ray set when it comes out in a store near you this month!