Tag: Empire Magazine
Dave Filoni Confirms Mortis Gods Are ‘Definitely A Thing’ in Ahsoka Season 2
In a new interview with Dave Filoni in the next issue of Empire Magazine, Lucasfilm's Co-President and Chief Creative Officer confirms that the Mortis Gods are "definitely a thing" in Ahsoka Season 2.
Sigourney Weaver Reveals Her Star Wars Character Links to Princess Leia
Sigourney Weaver, who plays the New Republic's Colonel Ward in The Mandalorian and Grogu, has revealed she has a close connection to one of the Rebellion's most important icons, the late Carrie Fisher's Princess Leia, sharing "We go way back".
Din Djarin Removing His Helmet in The Mandalorian and Grogu ‘Made Total Sense’ to Pedro Pascal
In a new interview in the May issue of Empire Magazine, Pedro Pascal has revealed how he felt about taking his helmet off in The Mandalorian and Grogu, "When we got to that part, all I can say is that it made perfect sense, and it was what I was hoping would be the reason”.
Dave Filoni on The Mandalorian and Grogu ‘We’re in a Completely Different Era of Star Wars’
In an interview for the May issue of Empire Magazine featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu on the cover, Lucasfilm co-CEO Dave Filoni has shared how the new film "doesn’t carry the burden of introducing a new trilogy, or establishing a group of unknown heroes".
Jeremy Allen White on Speaking Huttese as Rotta the Hutt in The Mandalorian And Grogu
Empire Magazine continues to share information from its upcoming issue that features The Mandalorian and Grogu, with Jeremy Allen White revealing how he speaks "a little bit of Huttese" as Rotta the Hutt, with the character returning from 2008's The Clone Wars film.
Empire Magazine Reveals May Cover Featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu
Empire Magazine has revealed their May covers, featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu on the regular cover and Grogu on the subscriber cover; plus interviews with Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White.
Empire Magazine Teases The Mandalorian and Grogu – Coming Tomorrow at 4pm GMT
Empire Magazine has shared an image from what we believe to be the set of The Mandalorian and Grogu, featuring a shadow of Grogu somewhat reminiscent of the teaser poster from Star Wars: The Phantom Menace with the caption 'TOMORROW, 4pm'.
Empire Magazine Names Andor Season 2 as TV Show Of The Year
Empire Magazine's experts have been devouring everything that streamers and traditional broadcasters alike have been offering during 2025 and have voted the second season of Andor as their TV show of the year.
Jon Favreau on The Mandalorian’s Fourth Season
Empire Magazine asked Jon Favreau about a fourth season of The Mandalorian, with the showrunner sharing he'd finished writing it [before they decided to make a movie].
Jon Favreau on The Mandalorian and Grogu: ‘The Mandalorian has changed his priorities’
Jon Favreau has spoken to Empire Magazine about The Mandalorian & Grogu explaining how “The Mandalorian has changed his priorities,” and is now working for the good guys, Sigourney Weaver’s Colonel Ward and Zeb Orrelios from Star Wars Rebels.
Sigourney Weaver Reveals Reason for Joining The Mandalorian and Grogu
Whilst speaking with Empire Magazine, Sigourney Weaver addressed the real reason why she made the choice to join The Mandalorian and Grogu, explaining that "it's always the script" that determines the projects she ends up joining.
Empire Magazine Compiles List Of 50 Greatest Star Wars Characters Of All Time
The staff at Empire Magazine have got together to rank the 50 greatest Star Wars characters of all time from film and TV, from the OT to the PT and to the ST and beyond (comics, games and literature were not included).
Gareth Edwards on Teaming with Steven Spielberg for Jurassic World Rebirth
Rogue One director Gareth Edwards has spoken to Empire Magazine about working with Steven Spielberg on Jurassic World Rebirth, comparing it to showing George Lucas around the set of a Star Wars film.
Tony Gilroy Credits Andor’s Existence to The Mandalorian: ‘No Baby Yoda, No Andor’
Showrunner Tony Gilroy talks to Empire Magazine ahead of the second/final season of Andor, citing the success of The Mandalorian for the show's existence, “I mean, no Baby Yoda, no Andor. Seriously. Don’t think that we don’t know that.”
Tony Gilroy and Diego Luna Talk to Empire Magazine About Andor Season 2
Showrunner Tony Gilroy and actor Diego Luna have spoken to Empire Magazine about Andor season 2, coming to Disney+ later this month, teasing that the 12 episodes will feature big tectonic moves that will shape the galaxy for years to come.
Ben Mendelsohn Talks Orson Krennic Clash with Dedra Meero in Andor Season 2
Empire Magazine's January 2025 issue talks to Ben Mendelsohn on reprising Orson Krennic in Andor season 2, and on a potential clash with Dedra Meero he says “Dedra versus Krennic? I think it’s a bit of a mismatch. They’re all underlings to Krennic.”
Empire Magazine Reveals Andor Season 2 Covers for January 2025 Issue
Empire Magazine's January 2025 issue looks ahead to the new year, and features Diego Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly and Ben Mendelsohn on the cover in their roles as Cassian Andor, Mon Mothma and Orson Krennic in the second season of Andor.
Cassian Andor is ‘Fully Committed To The Rebellion’ in Andor Season 2
In Empire Magazine's January 2025 issue, Diego Luna shares how Cassian Andor is "a man fully committed to the Rebellion,” in the second and final season of the show, coming to Disney+ on April 22nd.
New Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Image Teases Sith Connection
A new photo from Star Wars: Skeleton Crew sees Jod Na Nawood, played by Jude Law, checking out a strange inscription on the wall, which turns out to be an old language of the Sith.
The Teek from ‘The Battle of Endor’ Returns in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is set to bring back The Teek from 1985's The Battle For Endor, as revealed by filmmaker David Lowery during an interview for Empire Magazine's December 2024 issue, and what's more, they'll be brought to life using practical effects.
Jon Watts on Assembling the Directorial Team for Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
Empire Magazine's December 2024 issue features an interview with the directors of the Skeleton Crew talking about their love of Star Wars, their experiences making the show, their favourite saga aliens, and much more.
The Acolyte: Dafne Keen Talks Jecki and Padawan Braids
Empire Magazine spoke to Dafne Keen about her role as Jedi Padawan Jecki Lon in the new Star Wars original series The Acolyte, including getting her Padawan braid and donning that alien Theelin makeup.
The Acolyte: Carrie-Anne Moss Talks Jedi Master Indara and Star Wars Spirituality
Empire Magazine spoke to Carrie-Anne Moss about her role as Jedi Master Indara in the new Star Wars original series The Acolyte, including Jedi spirituality and the importance of nailing a lightsaber fight.
The Acolyte’s Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca is Star Wars Dream Come True for Joonas Suotamo
For the first time in Star Wars live-action, The Acolyte will bring us a lightsaber-wielding Wookiee Jedi played by Joonas Suotamo who says this is "another Star Wars dream come true".
Daisy Ridley Talks Star Wars Return ‘I Feel More Like I’m Owning It’
Daisy Ridley speaks to Empire in a major new career-spanning interview, as part of the magazine's June 2024 issue (on sale April 11th), about how she’s “coming in a bit more eyes wide open” to the whole Star Wars experience this time around.
Carrie-Anne Moss’ Jedi Master Indara in The Acolyte Inspired by The Matrix’s Trinity
Jedi Master Indara is set to bring martial-arts excellence to the galaxy far, far away in The Acolyte, coming to Disney+ this June, and showrunner Leslye Hedland has spoken about how Carrie-Anne Moss brought her skills learnt from The Matrix to the role.
Empire Magazine Reveals Star Wars: The Acolyte Covers
Empire Magazine's June 2024 issue celebrates the upcoming release of Star Wars: The Acolyte, streaming on Disney+ from June 4th in the USA and June 5th in Europe, with two exclusive covers and interviews with cast and crew (on sale from April 11th).
Hayden Christensen: The Master of the Dark Side Speaks to Empire
Empire finds Hayden Christensen in a peaceful, relaxed mood at his Toronto home, eager to reflect and reminisce about his singular Star Wars journey. The fun, it seems, hasn’t ended yet.
Ian McDiarmid Defends Palpatine’s Return in Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker
Speaking to Empire Magazine in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Ian McDiarmid has defended the return of Palpatine in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, “I felt that Palpatine always had a plan B.”
Hayden Christensen says Disney+ Ahsoka Scenes were ‘A Bucket-List Item’
Speaking to Empire Magazine in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Hayden Christensen has shared how his scenes in the Disney+ Ashoka series were ‘a bucket-list item.’
Samuel L. Jackson Wants a Mace Windu Disney+ Series – ‘He’s Not Dead!’
In a new interview with Empire Magazine celebrating the 25th anniversary of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Samuel L. Jackson has declared that Mace Windu is NOT dead and that he wants a new series on Disney+.
Hayden Christensen Reflects on the Star Wars Prequels
Speaking to Empire Magazine in a major new interview, Hayden Christensen has reflected on his role as Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars prequels, “It’s been a remarkable experience. And just a very heartwarming one.”
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace Returning to Cinemas from May 3rd
Empire Magazine has revealed that Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is returning to cinemas for a limited time from May 3rd, to celebrate its 25th anniversary, and shares a brand new poster by Matt Ferguson.
Empire Magazine Celebrates 25 Years of the Star Wars Prequels with New Interviews & Photos
Empire Magazine's April 2024 issue celebrates 25 years of the Star Wars prequels with brand new interviews with Hayden Christensen, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman & more, plus there's three covers to collect.
Dave Filoni Teases Thrawn’s Star Wars Future in Empire Magazine’s Review of the Year
In a new interview with Lucasfilm's Chief Creative Officer, Dave Filoni spoke to Empire Magazine for their Review of the Year 2023 and shared his desire to see Captain Pellaeon and Grand Admiral Thrawn working together.