Star Wars Celebration 2025 was an epic event, packed with thrilling updates from the Star Wars universe. From the announcement of "Star Wars: Starfighter" featuring Ryan Gosling to a new series centered around Darth Maul, fans were treated to a galaxy of exciting news. Highlights included a first look at Rory McCann's portrayal of Baylan Skoll, the chance to care for Grogu on the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, and much more. Below, we've compiled the most unmissable reveals from the celebration, and we're eager to hear which announcement excites you the most in the Star Wars universe!
Star Wars Celebration's Ahsoka Panel Featured the First Look at Rory McCann's Baylan Skoll, the News of Anakin's Return, and More
The Ahsoka panel at Star Wars Celebration delivered a host of big reveals and engaging behind-the-scenes stories for the show's eagerly anticipated second season. Fans were treated to a first look at Rory McCann stepping into the role of Baylan Skoll, following the late Ray Stevenson. The panel showcased an exclusive image, giving us a glimpse of McCann's portrayal. Additionally, it was confirmed that Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as Anakin Skywalker, adding to the excitement for Season 2.
The panel also teased what fans can expect from the upcoming season, including the return of beloved characters like Sabine, Ezra, Zeb, and Chopper. It was revealed that Admiral Ackbar will play a significant role, facing off against Grand Admiral Thrawn. Fans can look forward to adorable Loth-Kittens and, according to Dave Filoni, "X-Wings, A-Wings, and Wings I can't tell you about."
Hayden Christensen on Returning to Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka and Liking When 'Star Wars Goes Dark'
After the announcement of his return for Ahsoka Season 2, Hayden Christensen shared his thoughts on reprising the role of Anakin Skywalker after nearly two decades. He expressed his appreciation for the darker elements of Star Wars and even revealed his favorite Anakin meme.
Rosario Dawson Had No Idea Mark Hamill Was Returning as Luke Skywalker in The Mandalorian Until He Walked On Set
In a conversation with Rosario Dawson, Dave Filoni, and Jon Favreau about Ahsoka, a surprising story emerged. Dawson revealed she was unaware that Mark Hamill would return as Luke Skywalker until he appeared on the set of The Book of Boba Fett. Initially, the team had used Plo Koon as a decoy in the scripts, leading Dawson to believe he would be the Jedi savior in the Season 2 finale.
The Mandalorian and Grogu Panel, Everything Revealed
The Mandalorian & Grogu panel at Star Wars Celebration announced that the film will hit theaters on May 22, 2026, marking the first Star Wars movie since 2019's The Rise of Skywalker. The panel kicked off the celebration and included teases for the film, along with the surprising reveal of the Shawn Levy-directed "Star Wars: Starfighter" starring Ryan Gosling, set for release on May 28, 2027.
The footage shown included scenes of an Imperial ship ready for battle, Mando facing off against Flame Troopers, AT-AT walkers collapsing in the snow, and the debut of Sigourney Weaver's character. Of course, Grogu's adorable and mischievous antics, including swimming and levitating objects, stole the show.
The Mandalorian & Grogu's Sigourney Weaver on Grogu Stealing Her Heart and More
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At Star Wars Celebration, Sigourney Weaver discussed her role in The Mandalorian & Grogu, sharing that she hadn't watched the series before being cast. She also expressed how Grogu captured her heart and playfully speculated if Grogu might be more powerful than a Xenomorph.
Star Wars: Starfighter Is a New Film Starring Ryan Gosling That's Arriving in Theaters in May 2027
Star Wars Celebration confirmed "Star Wars: Starfighter," a new film starring Ryan Gosling, set to release on May 28, 2027. Set five years after The Rise of Skywalker, Gosling will portray a new character. This film joins a lineup of upcoming Star Wars movies from directors like Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg.
For more details, you can explore everything we know about Star Wars: Starfighter's plot and timeline.
Bringing Star Wars Experiences to Life With Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Live Entertainment
We spoke with Walt Disney Imagineering's Asa Kalama and Disney Live Entertainment's Michael Serna about future Star Wars experiences at Disney Parks. They discussed the upcoming The Mandalorian & Grogu-themed update for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, the introduction of adorable BDX droids to Disney Parks, and more. They shared insights on how they bring the Disney magic to life, allowing guests to immerse themselves in their favorite stories and characters.
The Mandalorian and Grogu-Themed Update to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Will Let Engineers Take Care of Grogu
Alongside the theatrical release of The Mandalorian & Grogu on May 22, 2026, Din Djarin and Grogu will star in a new story-based mission at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This mission follows a "different path" from the movie, with Hondo Ohnaka leading guests on a high-stakes chase across the galaxy after catching wind of a deal on Tatooine between ex-Imperial officers and pirates. Guests will team up with Mando and Grogu to track them down and claim a bounty in a dynamic, galaxy-spanning adventure.
Engineers will have the unique opportunity to care for Grogu during the ride and choose the adventure's course, plotting routes to Bespin, the Death Star wreckage above Endor, or the newly revealed Coruscant during a special moment.
Everything Announced at the Andor Panel
Andor's second and final season is set to premiere on April 22 on Disney+. At Star Wars Celebration, Diego Luna teased that fans should watch Rogue One after Andor Season 2, as it will be seen as a "different film." The new season promises to be "more ambitious" than the first, featuring 140 sets across seven stages, two backlots, 700 costumes for principals, 150 creatures, 30 droids, and 4,100 VFX shots.
For more in-depth coverage, including insights into Andor's beloved characters, check out our recap of the Andor panel.
Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Announced at Star Wars Celebration
Star Wars Celebration introduced "Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord," an animated series set to launch on Disney+ in 2026. Following Sam Witwer's Darth Maul post-The Clone Wars, the series will explore Maul's efforts to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire.
Star Wars: Visions Gets a Volume 3 Release Date and a Spin-Off Series That Will Debut With a Ninth Jedi Story
Star Wars Celebration revealed that Volume 3 of Star Wars: Visions will premiere on October 29, 2025. Additionally, the series will launch a spin-off that will debut with the next chapter of The Ninth Jedi story, originally started in Volume 1.
Star Wars Outlaws Gets Second Story Update A Pirate’s Fortune in May
Star Wars Outlaws fans can look forward to a new story, "A Pirate's Fortune," launching on May 15. In this update, Kay Vess and Nix will team up with the beloved pirate Hondo Ohnaka to take on Stinger Tash and her gang, the Rokana Raiders, and engage in smuggling for the Miyuki Trade League. This story follows the events of Star Wars Outlaws, so be sure to complete the campaign to be ready for this exciting second story pack.
Star Wars Outlaws Release Date Announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4, 2025. Although it won't coincide with the console's launch on June 5, it will follow closely thereafter.
Hasbro Reveals Incredible New Dash Rendar and Jedi: Survivor Figures
Fans of Dash Rendar will be thrilled with Hasbro's new figure release, joining an impressive array of figures inspired by Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. This includes figures of Nightsister Merrin, a three-pack featuring Cal Kestis, Turgle, and Skoova Stev, a smaller Merrin figure, a Rocket Launch Trooper in the Vintage Collection line, and more.
Explore the full range of these figures and more in our slideshow below.
Everything Revealed at Hasbro's Star Wars Celebration 2025 Panel
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Hasbro Reveals New The Mandalorian Figures at Star Wars Celebration 2025
Hasbro unveiled two exciting new figures from The Mandalorian at Star Wars Celebration: Moff Gideon and Cobb Vanth, set to join the Star Wars: The Vintage Collection. These figures, designed at a 3.75-inch scale, come in packaging inspired by the classic Kenner Star Wars figures.
Check out our exclusive images below of the Moff Gideon figure, inspired by his Dark Trooper armor, and Cobb Vanth, featuring his look from The Book of Boba Fett. Both figures are priced at $16.99 and will be available for pre-order on April 18 at 3pm ET/12pm PT.
Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Moff Gideon & Cobb Vanth Figures - Preview Gallery
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Star Wars and The Mandalorian Invade Monopoly Go
Monopoly Go is set to launch a Star Wars event from May 1 to July 2, inspired by the Skywalker Saga and The Mandalorian. The event will feature Star Wars characters in a Monopoly-style look, a Star Wars Go sticker album, podracing in the Mos Espa Grand Arena, and collectible in-game items like tokens, shields, and emojis.
