Latest Rancho Obi-Wan Newsletter and Virtual Museum Open!
Here is the latest newsletter from our friends at Rancho Obi-Wan including the launch of their new Virtual Museum.
Make a Star Wars Wish & Spread A Smile with Jez Allinson
Jez Allinson, aka The Running Stormtrooper, continues to raise money for children's charities Make-A-Wish and Spread A Smile. Watch this new video put together by the BBC, a week before lockdown.
David Glanzer Talks Comic-Con@Home 2020 With The Hollywood Reporter
This could be the beginning of a new delivery format for SDCC.
Permits Filed for Set Installation at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser
Whilst construction worked has stopped on the majority of projects at Walt Disney World in Florida, new permits have been filed for set installation at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser adjacent to Disney's Hollywood Studios.
Lucas Museum of Narrative Art: Making Masks for South LA
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is partnering with LA-based artists and artisans to sew 1,500 masks for local organizations in immediate need.
New York Comic Con 2020: End Date For Press Badge Approvals/Denials is Now July 1
The end date for hearing back about your Press badge application has been moved.
Is Funko Releasing Young Luke & Leia (Jedi Training) POP! Figures For New York Comic Con 2020?
These figures would be extremely popular if they are in fact released.
Mandalorian Mercs: MercsConline May 22nd – 24th
The Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club have announced an online event called MercsConline on 22nd to 24th May, in aid of UNICEF.
New Rancho Obi-Wan Walkthrough Video from Guinness World Records
Last week for Star Wars Day, Guinness World Records released a new video featuring Steve Sansweet walking us through the world's biggest Star Wars collection at Rancho Obi-Wan.
Jedi News Results – Fan Vote for Hasbro The Black Series Archive Figure
Here are the Jedi News results for the Fan Vote for a Hasbro 6inch figure in The Black Series Archive line.
San Diego Comic-Con Teases Virtual #ComicConAtHome Convention For 2020
Looks like SDCC will be part of the 2020 convention season after all.
Watch D23 Star Wars: The Clone Wars Cast Reunion Challenge
Watch D23's Star Wars: The Clone Wars Cast Reunion Disney that originally aired on May 8th 2020 and featured Ashley Eckstein, Catherine Taber, Dee Bradley Baker, James Arnold Taylor, Matt Lanter, Sam Witwer & Tom Kane.
Disney Springs Begins Phased Reopening on May 20th
Following guidance by government and health officials, a phased reopening of Disney Springs will begin on May 20th with a limited number of shopping and dining experiences owned by third-parties open during this initial phase.
Shanghai Disneyland Begins Phased Reopening on May 11th
Shanghai Disneyland will begin a phased reopening on May 11th. It is likely that Disney will learn lessons from this reopening and certain procedures may make there way to Disneyland and Walt Disney World when they reopen.
Virgin Atlantic’s 747 Fleet Retired, Includes Galaxy’s Edge Inspired The Falcon
Virgin Atlantic is reducing its fleet from 45 to 36 planes and retiring all 747's including The Falcon that was inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. A third of the workforce is being laid off and operations from Gatwick airport have ended.
Jedi News Asks Hasbro – Group Q&A Session
We asked Hasbro about the sculpt used for the new Amazon exclusive Black Series Carbonite block, what will happen to SDCC exclusives and why the The Empire Strikes Back 40th Anniversary Yoda is still the old sculpt.
Amazon Black Series Exclusives Pages Now Live at Amazon.com
The pages for the Amazon Black Series exclusives announced last week are now live in the US store. At the time of writing, only the 4-LOM and Zuckuss 2 Pack can be pre-ordered.
D23 Present Star Wars: The Clone Wars Cast Reunion Challenge
To celebrate the release of the final episode of the final season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars on Disney+, D23 is bringing you an exclusive cast reunion from the hit series on May 8th.
Reminder: Fan Vote for Hasbro The Black Series Archive Figure – Vote Now!
Vote now for what previously released Hasbro 6-inch Black Series figure you would like to see re-released in the Archive collection (with photoreal deco, if applicable).
The Running Stormtrooper Wishes One Step at a Time
Jez Allinson, aka The Running Stormtrooper, continues to raise money for children's charities Make-A-Wish and Spread A Smile. Read on to hear what he's up to now, and how you can help.
Ride & Learn: Inside Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Disney have shared a special edition of their Disney “Ride & Learn” series … a “Rise & Learn!” The video takes you inside Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
Free Digital Wallpapers from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Released
As we wait to return to Batuu at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland, California and at Walt Disney World, Florida the kind folks at Disney have released another batch of free PhotoPass wallpapers for us to enjoy.
Bobby Moynihan Reads Star Wars: C-3PO Does NOT Like Sand!
Bobby Moynihan reads Star Wars: C-3PO Does NOT Like Sand! (A Droid Tales Book) as part of Disney's Magic Moments.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland and Walt Disney World on May 4th
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge is closed on both coasts but essential workers are still keeping the park safe and ready for when visitors may return -- whenever that may be.
Pre-order Three New Star Wars x Barbie Dolls at Entertainment Earth
Mattel have just announced three new Star Wars x Barbie dolls coming later this year. Pre-order Rey, Stromtrooper, and C-3PO now at Entertainment Earth.
Disney Launches New At-Home Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Droid Depot App
With Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge locked down, Disney have released an all new Droid Depot mobile app enabling you to create your own Star Wars stories at home (U.S. and Canada only).
LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Key Art Revealed and Interview
StarWars.com shares the key art for LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Game and they also catch up with Jonathan Smith, head of production and strategic director at TT Games, and Craig Derrick, managing producer at Lucasfilm Games.
May 4th 2020 Mark Daniel and DJElliot Favorite Celebration Memories
Mark Daniel and DJElliot sit down and talk about some of their favorite memories from the last 10 years of Star Wars Celebrations.
Save on Selected Items at Regal Robot Till May 6th
Regal Robot have good news for those not lucky enough to be attending next week's SDCC.
Free Shipping on In Stock Star Wars Items at Entertainment Earth
Between May 3rd and May 5th, Entertainment Earth is offering free shipping on all in-stock Star Wars items if the Star Wars items total more than $10.
Scum and Villainy Cantina Livestream: Rancho Obi-Wan, Sideshow Reveals & More
The folks behind the Scum & Villainy Cantina in LA have put together a 24-hour livestream to celebrate May 4th. The marathon event features a Rancho Obi-Wan tour with Steve Sansweet, reveals from Sideshow, celebrity guests and much more.
Po-Zu Launch Rebellion Shoes to Celebrate Star Wars Day
Po-Zu launch their new REBELLION Star Wars High-Tops in black and red to celebrate Star Wars Day, May 4th.
Happy Star Wars Day: May the 4th be with you!
Wishing you all a happy Star Wars Day! Stay safe and may the Force be with you.... always!
Save 25% on Insight Editions Star Wars Books with Jedi News
From May 4th until May 6th, you can save 25% site wide at Insight Editions (excluding collectibles, limited edition titles, and already discounted books) using the code JEDINEWS.
shopDisney.com Virtual Queue for Star Wars Day
shopDisney.com will be operating a virtual queue May 4th to ensure there are no server outages or crashes. Star Wars Day/May the 4th merchandise is scheduled to go live at 10am EST, 7am PST and 3pm BST.