Ewan McGregor is back. What’s next for Obi-Wan Kenobi
5 years, 4 months ago

Ewan McGregor is back. What’s next for Obi-Wan Kenobi

LA Times  

Ewan McGregor will be donning his Jedi robes once again. I am thrilled to be able to bring out a beloved member of the Star Wars family” Kathleen Kennedy said and welcomed Ewan McGregor on stage, “Ewan, are you going to play Obi-Wan Kenobi again?” asked Kennedy after being prompted by McGregor. McGregor portrayed the younger version of the Jedi master in the “Star Wars” prequel series, where Kenobi meets and then trains Anakin Skywalker in the ways of the Jedi before the rise of the Empire. McGregor also made a voice-only cameo as the character in “The Force Awakens.” Introduced as Ben Kenobi in the original trilogy, the character made his debut in “Star Wars: A New Hope” portrayed by Alec Guinness. The Disney+ series will take place between the events of “Revenge of the Sith” and “A New Hope.” McGregor has been open that he would be “happy to play him again” amid various rumors and reports of Obi-Wan Kenobi-related projects, including a standalone film that was reportedly in development and put on hold a couple of years ago with Stephen Daldry attached to direct.

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Star Wars: The Obi-Wan Kenobi revelation that would have changed entire franchise
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Star Wars: The Obi-Wan Kenobi revelation that would have changed entire franchise

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A shocking Star Wars revelation has surfaced that will change the …

Ewan McGregor honoured on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hayden Christensen heaps praises on ‘Star Wars’ co-star
4 months ago

Ewan McGregor honoured on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hayden Christensen heaps praises on ‘Star Wars’ co-star

The Hindu  

British actor Ewan McGregor, best known for his portrayal of Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday. The event was attended by McGregor’s family, friends, and colleagues, including Star Wars co-star Hayden Christensen and director Mike Mills. Walk of Fame producer Ana Martinez lauded McGregor’s career, saying, “His portrayal of …

Ewan McGregor hopes to return to ‘Star Wars’ universe as Obi-Wan Kenobi
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ewan McGregor hopes to return to ‘Star Wars’ universe as Obi-Wan Kenobi

The Hindu  

Renowned for his portrayal of Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars universe, Ewan McGregor expressed his eagerness to reprise the iconic role once more. Following the success of the debut season of the titular Disney+ series centered around the Jedi Master, McGregor revealed his hopes for a potential return to the galaxy far, far away. According to Deadline, McGregor shared …

Ewan McGregor reveals he was reluctant to play Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ewan McGregor reveals he was reluctant to play Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ewan McGregor has revealed he didn’t initially want to play Obi-Wan …

Ewan McGregor is set to play a Russian aristocrat in A Gentleman In Moscow
2 years, 4 months ago

Ewan McGregor is set to play a Russian aristocrat in A Gentleman In Moscow

Daily Mail  

Ewan McGregor will play an aristocrat in a new adaptation of Amor Towles' novel A Gentleman In Moscow which begins shooting later this year. Latest project: Ewan McGregor will play an aristocrat in a new adaptation of Amor Towles' novel A Gentleman In Moscow which begins shooting later this year Set in the aftermath of the Russian revolution, Ewan's character …

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ finale review: Yet another iteration of the same ‘Star Wars’ saga
2 years, 6 months ago

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ finale review: Yet another iteration of the same ‘Star Wars’ saga

The Hindu  

Instead of re-watching the execrable Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, the concluding film in the dreadful prequel trilogy, in preparation for the mini-series, Obi-Wan Kenobi, I should have watched Star Wars, the movie that started it all, including its annoying retroactive renaming as Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. There is also the poignant …

"Obi-Wan Kenobi" reminds us that the Force is not always with us – and that's fine!
2 years, 7 months ago

"Obi-Wan Kenobi" reminds us that the Force is not always with us – and that's fine!

Salon  

Days before "Obi-Wan Kenobi" premiered, a meme circulated that features Ewan McGregor's mug next to that of Sir Alec Guinness – the two faces of the "Star Wars" universe's second most beloved mentor. And as the post's author points out, Obi-Wan Kenobi goes from Ewan – Generation X's cool boyfriend, star of "Trainspotting" and a series featuring him roughing it …

Ewan McGregor reacts to Obi-Wan Kenobi co-star Moses Ingram facing racial abuse
2 years, 7 months ago

Ewan McGregor reacts to Obi-Wan Kenobi co-star Moses Ingram facing racial abuse

Hindustan Times  

Star Wars’ new spin-off limited series Obi-Wan Kenobi premiered on Disney+ last week. In a video message shared by the Star Wars official Twitter account on Wednesday morning, Ewan can be seen in his car as he says, “This weekend, Star Wars fans made Obi-Wan Kenobi the most-watched Disney+ original series premiere of all time. In a tweet shared late …

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ review: Ewan McGregor kickstarts a redemption in the making
2 years, 7 months ago

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ review: Ewan McGregor kickstarts a redemption in the making

The Hindu  

The eagerly-awaited mini-series, Obi-Wan Kenobi begins with a comprehensive recap of the much-reviled prequel trilogy. From Jedi master Qui-Gon and his apprentice, Obi-Wan Kenobi, finding the chosen one to bring balance to the Force, a nine-year-old slave Anakin Skywalker on the desert planet of Tatooine, to Anakin being seduced by the Dark Side with a little help from Senator Palpatine …

Ewan McGregor on Reuniting With Hayden Christensen for Obi-Wan Kenobi: It Was Like Last 17 Years Didn't Happen at All
2 years, 7 months ago

Ewan McGregor on Reuniting With Hayden Christensen for Obi-Wan Kenobi: It Was Like Last 17 Years Didn't Happen at All

News 18  

Star Wars fans have an exciting weekend in store as Jedi master Obi-Wan Kenobi is back on the small screen. And I think I was most intrigued by just her fervour for what she does.” Meanwhile, McGregor, who will return as Obi-Wan after 17 years following Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, gave an insight into his …

Obi-Wan Kenobi: Guide to new Star Wars series; know all about Dark Side, Whither Vader & more
2 years, 7 months ago

Obi-Wan Kenobi: Guide to new Star Wars series; know all about Dark Side, Whither Vader & more

India TV News  

“Obi-Wan Kenobi” — now that’s a name casual “Star Wars” fans haven’t heard in a long time. It’s set halfway between George Lucas’ two trilogies: 10 years after “Episode III: Revenge of the Sith,” which marked McGregor’s last appearance as the character, and nine years before the late Alec Guinness made his hooded, howling entrance as Ben Kenobi in “Episode …

Ahead of Obi-Wan Kenobi release on Disney+Hotstar, a guide to the new Star Wars series
2 years, 7 months ago

Ahead of Obi-Wan Kenobi release on Disney+Hotstar, a guide to the new Star Wars series

Firstpost  

As Obi-Wan Kenobi drops on Disney+ Hotstar on 27 May, here’s everything you need to know about the Jedi master Obi-Wan Kenobi — now that’s a name casual Star Wars fans haven’t heard in a long time. It’s set halfway between George Lucas’ two trilogies: 10 years after Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, which marked McGregor’s last appearance as …

Obi-Wan Kenobi has a deep history. Before the Disney+ series, here’s what to know
2 years, 7 months ago

Obi-Wan Kenobi has a deep history. Before the Disney+ series, here’s what to know

LA Times  

For anybody familiar with “Star Wars,” Obi-Wan Kenobi requires no introduction. Debuting in 1977’s “Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope,” Obi-Wan is a former general and Jedi master living in solitude on the remote desert planet of Tatooine. The prequel trilogy, starting with 1999’s “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,” follows a younger Obi-Wan, played by …

Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer: Hayden Christensen’s Darth Vader returns after 17 years
2 years, 8 months ago

Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer: Hayden Christensen’s Darth Vader returns after 17 years

Hindustan Times  

Disney and Star Wars released the official trailer of the upcoming limited series Obi-Wan Kenobi on May 4, Star Wars Day. The dying moments of the trailer then give the famous sequence of Darth Vader’s armour being assembled before we see Obi-Wan react to Vader’s iconic breathing from the suit. As per the show’s official synopsis, “The story begins 10 …

Star Wars: Emperor Palpatine actor hints at return in new Disney Plus series
2 years, 8 months ago

Star Wars: Emperor Palpatine actor hints at return in new Disney Plus series

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ian McDiarmid, the actor best known for playing Emperor Palpatine in …

Obi-wan Kenobi trailer: McGregor returns to Star Wars universe, fans love it
2 years, 10 months ago

Obi-wan Kenobi trailer: McGregor returns to Star Wars universe, fans love it

Hindustan Times  

The first teaser-trailer for the upcoming Star Wars spinoff series Obi-wan Kenobi was released late last night. Ewan McGregor in the teaser of Obi-wan Kenobi, the new Star Wars web series. Rupert Friend plays the Grand Inquisitor, a fan-favourite character seen earlier in Star Wars animated series. Obi-wan Kenobi will join two other series in the extended Star Wars universe- …

"We lost": Ewan McGregor returns as Obi-Wan Kenobi in ominous new "Star Wars" trailer
2 years, 10 months ago

"We lost": Ewan McGregor returns as Obi-Wan Kenobi in ominous new "Star Wars" trailer

Salon  

"The fight is done. Ewan McGregor utters these ominous words as the trailer for the highly-anticipated "Star Wars" miniseries "Obi-Wan Kenobi" begins. "Obi-Wan Kenobi," the latest project from "The Mandalorian" director Deborah Chow, takes place 10 years after the hubbub of George Lucas' 2005 film "Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith." RELATED: A tribute to "Star Wars" …

Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi FIRST LOOK: Ewan McGregor keeps costume under wraps for Disney+ series
3 years, 7 months ago

Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi FIRST LOOK: Ewan McGregor keeps costume under wraps for Disney+ series

Daily Mail  

Star Wars fans have been holding their breath in anticipation for the latest update in George Lucas' legendary saga. And Ewan McGregor only added to the excitement when he was seen for the first time on set of the highly-anticipated Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi limited series for Disney+ on Friday afternoon. He's back: Ewan McGregor was seen for the first …

Ewan McGregor claims CGI Yoda in Star Wars prequels was ‘not nearly as endearing’ as puppet
3 years, 7 months ago

Ewan McGregor claims CGI Yoda in Star Wars prequels was ‘not nearly as endearing’ as puppet

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ewan McGregor has recalled his disappointment at the CGI version of …

Star Wars actor Ewan McGregor discusses Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi series
3 years, 8 months ago

Star Wars actor Ewan McGregor discusses Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi series

Daily Mail  

Ewan McGregor has claimed his forthcoming Disney+ Star Wars show on Obi-Wan Kenobi will 'feel so much more real' than the prequel series ever did. Intriguing: Star Wars actor Ewan McGregor claimed in an interview on Wednesday that Disney+'s Obi-Wan Kenobi series will 'feel so much more real' than the prequel films ever did At the time physical sets and …

Ewan McGregor admits the Star Wars prequels are ‘not Shakespeare’
3 years, 8 months ago

Ewan McGregor admits the Star Wars prequels are ‘not Shakespeare’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ewan McGregor has shared his feelings around working on the Star …

Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+ adds Joel Edgerton, Kumail Nanjiani, Sung Kang, Simone Kessell
3 years, 9 months ago

Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+ adds Joel Edgerton, Kumail Nanjiani, Sung Kang, Simone Kessell

Firstpost  

Obi-Wan Kenobi, which will see McGregor reprising his role of the iconic Jedi Master, will begin shooting in April. Disney Plus’ Ewan McGregor-led Obi-Wan Kenobi series has roped in actors Joel Edgerton, Kumail Nanjiani, Rupert Friend, O’Shea Jackson Jr to play pivotal parts in the show. The much-anticipated Star Wars series also features actors Indira Varma, Sung Kang, Simone Kessell …

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ cast announced ahead of ‘Star Wars’ series filming in April
3 years, 9 months ago

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ cast announced ahead of ‘Star Wars’ series filming in April

LA Times  

Disney+ has announced who will be joining Ewan McGregor in the “Obi-Wan Kenobi” series. Disney+ announced Monday who will be joining Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen on “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” and the cast includes “Star Wars” alums, a Marvel superhero, a “Game of Thrones” star and more. Directed by Deborah Chow, “Obi-Wan Kenobi” is set 10 years after the events of …

Star Wars: Liam Neeson says he would be ‘up for’ return to franchise in Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series
4 years ago

Star Wars: Liam Neeson says he would be ‘up for’ return to franchise in Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Liam Neeson has expressed an interest in returning to the Star …

Hayden Christensen set to return as Darth Vader in Disney Plus' new Obi-Wan Kenobi series
4 years, 1 month ago

Hayden Christensen set to return as Darth Vader in Disney Plus' new Obi-Wan Kenobi series

Daily Mail  

Disney made a slew of announcements during its annual Investor's Day presentation, including the bombshell that Hayden Christensen will return as Annakin Skywalker. Lando returns: Aside from The Mandalorian spin-offs, one of the most intriguing new shows is an event series following Lando Calrissian Lando: Justin Simien is developing the story, though it wasn't confirmed if Billy Dee Williams, who …

Ewan McGregor reveals much-delayed Obi-Wan Kenobi series to finally start filming in March 2021
4 years, 3 months ago

Ewan McGregor reveals much-delayed Obi-Wan Kenobi series to finally start filming in March 2021

Daily Mail  

It hit a big stumbling block earlier this year, when problems with the script caused production to be paused. But now it seems Disney Plus' new TV series telling the story of Obi-Wan Kenobi is back on track, with star Ewan McGregor announcing that production is to begin in March 2021. Back on track: Ewan McGregor has announced that production …

Ewan McGregor says his Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney Plus series will begin shooting in March 2021
4 years, 3 months ago

Ewan McGregor says his Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney Plus series will begin shooting in March 2021

Firstpost  

Actor Ewan McGregor has confirmed that his Disney Plus series about iconic Star Wars character Obi-Wan Kenobi will start shooting in March 2021 after being delayed by the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s a snippet from McGregor’s appearance on the show #EwanMcGregor confirmed a MARCH 2021 filming date for the Obi-Wan series & discussed drawing inspiration from Sir Alec Guinness on a …

Ewan McGregor admits he can't wait to return as Obi Wan Kenobi
4 years, 4 months ago

Ewan McGregor admits he can't wait to return as Obi Wan Kenobi

Daily Mail  

Ewan McGregor admits he can't wait to reprise his role as Star Wars icon Obi Wan Kenobi, some 15-years after retiring his legendary lightsaber. The Scottish actor is poised to return as the veteran Jedi warrior in a new Disney+ series, which picks up after McGregor's last appearance as Kenobi in 2005 blockbuster Revenge Of The Sith. Excited: Ewan McGregor …

Ewan McGregor on ‘Long Way Up’: ‘Just two guys on our bikes having a good time’
4 years, 4 months ago

Ewan McGregor on ‘Long Way Up’: ‘Just two guys on our bikes having a good time’

The Hindu  

With the world currently in such a precarious state battling the pandemic, even the idea of a bike ride to the neighbouring town seems unlikely. Actor Ewan McGregor and television star/ adventurist Charley Boorman first met on the movie sets of Serpent’s Kiss in 1997, and quickly hit it off with their shared love for motorcycles; the beginning of a …

Ewan McGregor drops first details on Obi-Wan series after lying about it for four years
5 years, 2 months ago

Ewan McGregor drops first details on Obi-Wan series after lying about it for four years

Salon  

One of the big announcements at Disney’s D23 Expo in August was that Ewan McGregor would be returning to the “Star Wars” universe to reprise his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi for a new television series set to air on Disney+. McGregor played a younger Obi-Wan in George Lucas’ “Star Wars” prequel films, last appearing in 2005’s “Star Wars: Revenge of …

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