Han Seago: One Of Many Star Wars Stories

Written by  on April 26, 2018

I am a big Star Wars fan. This is not a point in my favor, but I wondered if the Han Seago promotion was a bit forced (hehehe…”Force[d]”) as a tie-in to “Solo: A Star Wars Story.” And then, during the recent series against the White Sox I spotted an ad for a “Hawk Solo Bobblehead” giveaway. It is what you …

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Solo: A Star Wars Story – new international trailer

Written by  on April 26, 2018

The lack of promotion for the upcoming Star Wars film Solo: A Star Wars Story had been really rather notable, especially considering that we’re just over three months away from the movie’s release. As we’ve discussed before on the site, it was odd that not a frame of footage from the movie had been …

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Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige on the Influence of Star Wars

Written by  on April 26, 2018

As the president of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige is making sure all of the trains stay on time for the highly successful superhero production company. It should come as no surprise that he’s found a lot of inspiration in one of the most successful franchises on the planet. While speaking on The Star Wars …

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Star Wars Announces Millennium Falcon Experience Tour and Locations

Written by  on April 26, 2018

Who want to ride in The Millennium Falcon- the famed ship that made the Kessel Run in 12 parsecs? The answer, unsurprisingly, is pretty much every Star Wars fan ever. According to Star Wars.com, you’re about to get your chance. Photo of the Falcon’s cockpit courtesy of Star Wars.com. Providing you …

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Disneyland to host second ‘Star Wars’ late-night event after first sold out

Written by  on April 26, 2018

Disneyland just gave “Star Wars” fans a new reason to visit the theme park. The park is adding an additional Star Wars-themed “After Dark” celebration in May after the first sold out. The park had already set aside its first celebration for May 3, one day ahead of “May the Fourth,” otherwise known to fans …

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Avengers Infinity War will SMASH box office and could BEAT Star Wars

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Thanos isn’t just coming. He doesn’t just demand your silence and avoidance of all spoilers. He not just going to try and kill half of all life across the universe. No, Thanos is also on course to become the biggest box office titan of all time. This Titan may be Mad, but he’s no fool when it comes to giving …

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Millennium Falcon Experience Prepares to Launch

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Check out a life-size replica of the interior of the Millennium Falcon from Solo: A Star Wars Story when it lands in a city near you!

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Star Wars sneak peek

Written by  on April 25, 2018

LAS VEGAS • Disney treated attendees at industry showcase CinemaCon to footage from its Solo: A Star Wars Story on Tuesday. It delighted delegates with scenes of the first meeting between Alden Ehrenreich’s young Han Solo and Donald Glover’s Lando Calrissian. Footage from the Ron Howard …

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‘Star Wars’ Game TM Suit Can Move Forward, Judge Says

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Law360 (April 25, 2018, 4:38 PM EDT) — With the fictional card game of “sabacc” at the center of the newest “Star Wars” film, Walt Disney Co.’s Lucasfilm Ltd. won a key early ruling Tuesday in its ongoing dispute over an app game of the same name. A California federal judge refused to grant a quick …

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Disneyland just added a second ‘Star Wars Nite’ after the first sold out quickly

Written by  on April 25, 2018

If you found yourself sobbing uncontrollably because the popular “Star Wars Nite” scheduled for May 3 sold out so quickly at Disneyland, dry your tears. Because the park has accomodated the bereft fans by adding a second night. And tickets will go on sale Tuesday, May 1. As you might guess, this …

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Solo: A Star Wars Story’s Villain Speaks In New International Trailer

Written by  on April 25, 2018

The first bits of dialogue from Solo: A Star Wars Story villain Dryden Vos are revealed in a new international trailer for the spinoff. To date, much of the attention in marketing has been given to the heroes of the piece – mainly the trio of Han, Chewbacca, and Lando Calrissian. However, a little light has …

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Movie Talk: ‘Star Wars: Episode IX’ to Open Against ‘Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle’ Sequel

Written by  on April 25, 2018

On this episode of Collider Movie Talk, Mark Ellis, Kristian Harloff, and Jon Schnepp discuss the following: In an interview with Esquire, Solo: A Star Wars Story star Alden Ehrenreich revealed that he’s been signed for three films. Speaking to exhibitors in Las Vegas at CinemaCon, Quentin Tarantino said …

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Trivia, droids and an escape room during Homewood Library’s Star Wars Days

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Homewood Public Library won’t abandon Rebel Alliance members in a black hole on National Star Wars Day. Instead, they can enjoy two days of celebration beginning with “May the Fourth be with You” at 3 p.m. that Friday. Ninety minutes of activities have been planned with “Star Wars nerds” of all …

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The Best Summer Movie Ever is ‘Star Wars’

Written by  on April 25, 2018

It’s easy to be cynical about Star Wars. It’s a multibillion-dollar franchise that’s yielded more than its fair share of toxic Internet whinging, and its societal omnipresence makes it weirdly easy to dismiss. There’s nothing cool about liking Star Wars. That isn’t because it’s niche or nerdy; it’s because everyone …

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Star Wars costume exhibit coming to Detroit Institute of Arts: What to know

Written by  on April 25, 2018

DETROIT – The Detroit Institute of Arts is preparing to host a traveling exhibition of “Star Wars” costumes that explores the artistry behind their creation. The exhibit, “Star Wars and the Power of Costume ,” features more than 60 costumes including Darth Vader, Chewbacca, droids and others.

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‘Star Wars’ creator George Lucas to receive honorary degree at Johns Hopkins graduation

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Lucas, 73, already had a mainstream hit as a writer-director with 1973’s “American Graffiti” when “Star Wars” was released in 1977. The intergalactic western became more than a massive worldwide hit; it became a cultural force, spawning not only a batch of sequels, prequels and off-shoots — eight so …

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Han Solo star Alden Ehrenreich reveals he’s signed up for three Star Wars films

Written by  on April 25, 2018

But the three-movie contract does raise the intriguing possibility of more Han Solo, either in his own movies or in other Star Wars spin-offs. Ehrenreich also revealed more about the backstory to filmmakers Phil Lord and Christopher Miller’s firing, and why Oscar-winning director Ron Howard was brought …

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Tiya Sircar Discusses STAR WARS REBELS, THE GOOD PLACE, and Progress

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Alex, Inc., The Good Place, Star Wars Rebels—Tiya Sircar has lead roles in all these series. Whether she’s playing a whipsmart lawyer, literal demon, or an explosive Mandalorian, Sircar puts her stamp on a role. She stopped by the studio to discuss her career on Fangirling, touching on what it’s like to …

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‘Star Wars Battlefront 2’ Servers Down for Maintenance to Fix Issues

Written by  on April 25, 2018

… EA Community Manager Ben Walke has said that activity will be suspended for about 10 hours from 6 a.m. EDT. With that in mind, Walke’s estimate suggests service should return by 4 p.m. EDT April 25. Battlefront 2 servers down This is what it looks like if you log in to ‘Star Wars Battlefront 2′ today.

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Han Solo Star Alden Ehrenreich Signed for Three Star Wars Movies

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Now this is interesting. The first of Disney’s Star Wars films away from the strict Skywalker narrative was Star Wars: Rogue One, a one-off self-contained story that acted as a prequel to A New Hope, but one that worked in a completely standalone way from the other films. The second spin-off, though, sees …

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Jason Momoa compares Aquaman to Star Wars and Avatar at CinemaCon

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Jason Momoa has joked he is “amazing” in the new Aquaman film and said it will have a “hint of Star Wars” in it. The Game Of Thrones star first debuted his comic book character in Justice League last year. Speaking at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, he told US website Fandango what might surprise fans …

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Disney delights ‘Star Wars’ devotees at CinemaCon

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Disney treated attendees at Las Vegas movies convention CinemaCon to footage from its hotly-anticipated Solo: A Star Wars Story on Tuesday as it whetted appetites for its upcoming slate of blockbusters. While the world’s largest movie studio traditionally keeps back its juiciest surprises for its own …

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Star Wars’ new Han Solo reveals how many movies he’s signed up for

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Alden Ehrenreich has let slip that he might not only appear as Han Solo in the upcoming Star Wars spin-off. Before he signed up to Solo: A Star Wars Story, it seems Ehrenreich was aware of the commitment to the franchise, telling Esquire that he signed up to three movies. “I don’t know if that’s officially, …

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Alden Ehrenreich reveals details of his Star Wars deal

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Alden Ehrenreich has confirmed he’s signed a multi-film ‘Star Wars‘ deal. The 28-year-old actor plays the iconic Han Solo in the upcoming ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’, and Alden has revealed he’ll also appear in two other ‘Star Wars‘ movies. Asked how many ‘Star Wars‘ films he’s signed up for, Alden told …

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Bata thinks ahead, announcing launch of Star Wars shoes on 4 May 2018

Written by  on April 25, 2018

Star Wars fans rejoice! Bata Heritage is getting ready for the Star Wars fever announcing its launch of the limited-edition “Star Wars x Bata Heritage SS18 capsule collection” on 4 May 2018, which will feature characters from the movie on the Bata Bullets and Bata Tennis capsule collection for the …

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