Category: TV News

High Republic Fan Favorites Bell Zettifar, Loden Greatstorm, and More Join Young Jedi Adventures! (Updated)

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

I’ve managed to catch a few episodes of Young Jedi Adventures since it premiered and thoroughly enjoyed what I’ve seen, especially as it’s delightful to see High Republic era things like Vectors, those bright gold robes, and NUBS all on screen. With the help of the original luminous writer Cavan Scott, Young Jedi Adventures will be the first to bring even more familiar sights of the High Republic era to TV screens, including Jedi Padawan Bell Zettifar and his trusty charhound Ember, Jedi Master Loden Greatstorm, Jedi Master Estala Maru, and Starlight Beacon itself! This is such amazing news for fans, as younger viewers will get to meet some of these characters before they can eventually read the novels/comics, while the High Republic fans will get to see some of the biggest favorites come to life beyond the page! Head below for the remaining screenshots, a new trailer, and a few other thoughts, otherwise catch these appearances in the “months ahead” on the show starting November 8! Continue reading “High Republic Fan Favorites Bell Zettifar, Loden Greatstorm, and More Join Young Jedi Adventures! (Updated)” →

Final Ahsoka Trailer, Two-Episode Premiere August 23

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

This piece was written during the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Without the labor of the writers and actors currently on strike, this show wouldn’t exist. Consider supporting the strikes here.

When Ahsoka hits Disney+ on August 23, it’ll come with a two-episode premiere, all the better to maybe explain why Sabine Wren (Natasha Liu Bordizzo) calls Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson) “Master” and the two have such an icy relationship!!? The latest trailer is packed with new footage, including: a HD look at the face of Grand Admiral Thrawn (Lars Mikkelsen); beautiful shots of Lothal in live-action; Sabine’s Loth-cat decaled helmet; a canon E-Wing (!!!); the New Republic Fleet; what looks close to a Star Map from Knights of the Old Republic (seen in a place kind of like Malachor); lots more of Hera Syndulla (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) whose son Jacen’s live-action look was revealed by a LEGO set leak; Ezra Bridger’s (Eman Esfandi) little hologram speaks!; more of former Jedi Baylon Skoll (Ray Stevenson, Rest in Peace) and Shin Hati (Ivanna Sakhno), twisting Ahsoka’s famous “I am no Jedi” line; lots of Anakin Skywalker being mentioned, potentially hinting at rumors being true his Ghost or a flashback might be in the show; and that aforementioned and very intriguing icy history between Sabine and Ahsoka. I have doubts Sabine is Force-sensitive, wouldn’t be terribly mad about it if she is though, but interested to learn about the training between the two regardless, especially as Shin Hati tells Sabine she has no power. Head below for a whole bunch of screenshots from the trailer, as well as the little sizzle reel about Ahsoka and Dawson released a day before, along with a disclaimer about the actress. Continue reading “Final Ahsoka Trailer, Two-Episode Premiere August 23” →

Ahsoka Premieres August 23, New TV Spot and Stills Revealed

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

As Empire Magazine offers a slow-drip of new stills and information for their big cover story on the upcoming Ahsoka show, Lucasfilm has officially announced the show will premiere August 23, alongside unveiling a new TV spot with some additional footage those at Celebration Europe 2023 got to experience. Head below for the stills and the sparse new info from Empire! Continue reading “Ahsoka Premieres August 23, New TV Spot and Stills Revealed” →

Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2 Panel: Stunning Trailer and Story Details Revealed (SWCE 2023)

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

I. Am. Floored. In fact, the trailer above is so visually intriguing and promising, I would’ve been fine with just that ahead of Star Wars: Vision’s Vol. 2 release on May 4. Add in the fact how wonderful and unforgettable the first volume turned out to be, I don’t need anything more to convince me to tune in. But if you’re like me, you want all the details they’ll offer and the panel didn’t disappoint, revealing a little something about all 9 shorts, including each one’s cast, like Denis Lawson returning to voice Wedge Antilles! Continue reading “Star Wars: Visions Vol. 2 Panel: Stunning Trailer and Story Details Revealed (SWCE 2023)” →

The Bad Batch Panel: Final Season Out 2024, Fennec Shand Returns (SWCE 2023)

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

The Bad Batch panel was actually streaming on Celebration Live, so you can check out the whole thing, minus the exclusive trailer, after about like the first 5 minutes of the stream above. A lot of the panel was focused on Tech’s death, the themes of the season, the Zillo beast clone, and how beautiful the sushi looked. During it they announced a season three, though as I was guessing in my reviews, it’s also the show’s final season, coming out in 2024. The official site shared some details on the trailer only shown to fans, with Fennec Shan’s return shown, more big monsters, Palpatine on Tantiss, and even Commander Wolffe, among other things. Hopefully we’ll get to see some footage soon ourselves, but with it out in 2024, it might be awhile.

Ryan is Mynock Manor’s Head Butler. You can follow him on Twitter @BrushYourTeeth. You can follow the website on Twitter @MynockManor and Instagram @mynockmanor.

SWCE ’23 Lucasfilm Showcase Panel: New Jedi Order, Dawn of the Jedi Films Announced, Ahsoka Trailer, The Acolyte Reveals, Skeleton Crew Details, And So Much More!! {UPDATED}

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

As far as opening panels go, it’s really hard to think of the best place to start, because Celebration Europe 2023’s Lucasfilm Studio Showcase Panel was PACKED with news, reveals, and more. New Jedi Order movie staring Daisy Ridley as Jedi Master Rey Skywalker? Check. New logo, cast, and first footage (Celebration exclusive) showing off the martial arts action and High Republic-set The Acolyte? Check. Ahsoka trailer showing us Mon Mothma, Hera, Sabine, Chopper, new red lightsaber users, and the back of Thrawn’s head? Check. Jude Law playing a Force sensitive character helping out the kids of Skeleton Crew? Check. And wait…I haven’t even mentioned everything? Time to head below for all the new reveals! Continue reading “SWCE ’23 Lucasfilm Showcase Panel: New Jedi Order, Dawn of the Jedi Films Announced, Ahsoka Trailer, The Acolyte Reveals, Skeleton Crew Details, And So Much More!! {UPDATED}” →

Young Jedi Adventures Shorts Arrive on Star Wars Kids YouTube

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

The High Republic comes to life for the first time with three Young Jedi Adventures shorts, dropping on Star Wars Kids’ YouTube a month before the series’ April 26 May 4 start! They are adorable little bits of Jedi-starring goodness with great little messages of helping others, teamwork, and other aspects you’d want little ones to learn, making me wish I had these when I was younger but I’m glad a whole new generation of fans will have this to introduce them! Head below for the neat new poster and the other two shorts (the first one I provided above)! Continue reading “Young Jedi Adventures Shorts Arrive on Star Wars Kids YouTube” →

The High Republic Show Season Three Premiere: Phase II Reveals and Celebration London Hype

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

I can’t believe we’re on what’s being called the third season of The High Republic Show! Host Krystina Arielle is hilarious as ever, from the skit with the Yoda statue to her presence in interviews, it’s a blessing she’s still with the team. The first show of the season and the latest for Phase II does a great job catching up fans on what’s all happened so far, and while it has some interior sneak peek for upcoming content, it’s clear they are holding back a bit for the Celebration Europe panel in April. Head below for the new looks ahead. Continue reading “The High Republic Show Season Three Premiere: Phase II Reveals and Celebration London Hype” →

Young Jedi Adventures Premieres May 4, Books Announced {UPDATED}

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

As a big fan of the initiative, it’s been awesome to see The High Republic grow beyond its publishing beginnings. I’ve had the chance to enjoy the VR related games out there and am eagerly awaiting The Acolyte’s premiere, though on May 4 (April 26 for the shorts) here’s more High Republic-era set content on its way: Young Jedi Adventures! The youngling focused animated series premieres on Disney+ for Star Wars Day alongside Star Wars Visions Volume 2, while a range of books have been announced for the newest and youngest fans to enjoy, so head below for all the details! Continue reading “Young Jedi Adventures Premieres May 4, Books Announced {UPDATED}” →

Star Wars: Vision Volume 2 Releases May 4, Studios Announced!

Posted on by Head Butler Ryan

Embracing May the Fourth once again, Lucasfilm promises quite the treat for 2023: Star Wars: Visions Volume 2!! After the first batch was such a big hit, it made sense to return to the idea and explore new studios as well. I had some hopes we’d see some returning studios to deliver follow-ups to their memorable and unique stories, but from the list of studios involved, I’m sure we’ll have new favorites once the next Visions Volume drops! Head below for the list of studios and the titles {plus details on the writer/directors} of the upcoming shorts. Continue reading “Star Wars: Vision Volume 2 Releases May 4, Studios Announced!” →