D23 Expo 2022: All the Big Lucasfilm Reveals for Andor, Willow, The Mandalorian, and More

Today at D23 Expo 2022, Disney’s official fan event — the first since 2019 — Lucasfilm revealed new looks at several of its next releases, along with premiere dates, never-before-seen images, and more. In a special showcase led by Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy, fans were treated to sneak peeks at everything from Andor to the fifth installment of Indiana Jones, with appearances from cast and creators, as well as a few surprises. There’s a lot to look forward to; see below for a rundown of all the big reveals!

Andor

Following a special in-room recap video and chat about the series, Andor star Diego Luna revealed a new trailer for the highly-anticipated show, arriving September 21 on Disney+ with a three-episode premiere.

Willow

Disney+ Day: New Andor Special Look Revealed and More!

Start the Gungan parade, line up some stormtrooper helmets as drums, and cue the fireworks over Coruscant: it’s Disney+ Day, and we’re celebrating!

The annual Disney+ Day party has arrived, and there’s lots for Star Wars fans to enjoy — from a surprise sneak peek of Andor, to the premiere of a revealing, emotional documentary about Obi-Wan Kenobi, as well as exclusive limited-time deals. See below for our guide to all of today’s fun from the galaxy far, far away, and enjoy Disney+ Day!

Andor: A Disney+ Day Special Look   

Released in celebration of Disney+ Day, this thrilling extended preview of Andor is the biggest look yet at the highly-anticipated Original Series. Starring Diego Luna as Cassian Andor and set five years prior to Rogue One: A Star Wars

An Uneasy Alliance in Marvel’s Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #27 – Exclusive Preview

If you’re choosing between the Pykes and Crimson Dawn, things ain’t good.

Having failed in their mission against Crimson Dawn, T’onga and her team find themselves very alone and very out of credits. In StarWars.com’s exclusive first look at Marvel’s Star Wars: Bounty Hunters #27, a desperate T’onga leads her crew to a meeting with the Pyke Syndicate — never a good business partner. Meanwhile, Beilert Valance continues adjusting to his new role as Vader’s mole exterminator. Only he’s starting to get noticed…

Bounty Hunters #27, written by Ethan Sacks and illustrated by Paolo Villanelli, with a cover by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Jesus Aburtov, arrives September 14 and is available for pre-order now on ComiXology and at your local comic shop. Epic Stories. Tons of TV. Live Sports.Get the Disney

Ben Kenobi Follows the Jedi Way in Marvel’s Star Wars: Obi-Wan #5 – Exclusive Preview

There’s more to being a Jedi than lightsaber duels.

Marvel’s Star Wars: Obi-Wan miniseries has found the legendary Jedi Master recounting key events from his life in his personal journals. As the series reaches its final issue, the story follows the now Ben Kenobi on Tatooine — shortly before he’d embark on his final adventure.

In StarWars.com’s exclusive first look at Obi-Wan #5, Kenobi surveys the aftermath of a clash between Tusken Raiders and stormtroopers. Still a Jedi to the core, he chooses compassion even when others might not… 

Obi-Wan #5, written by Christopher Cantwell and illustrated by Adriana Melo, with a cover by Phil Noto, arrives September 14 and is available for pre-order now on ComiXology and at your local comic shop. Epic Stories. Tons of TV. Live Sports.Get

From the Pages of Star Wars Insider: Captain Phasma and the Galaxy’s Greatest Villains

Played by Gwendoline Christie in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Captain Phasma is the cruel commander of the First Order’s stormtroopers. In an exclusive excerpt from Star Wars: The Galaxy’s Greatest Villains, a special edition of Star Wars: Insider arriving next week, Christie and author Kelly Thompson, who penned Marvel’s Star Wars: Captain Phasma, discuss their love of the stylish chrome-plated soldier.

Christie’s first day on set proved to be phenomenally exciting.

Gwendoline Christie: I walked onto set in the costume. It was a dream come true! I was greeted by such a warm group of people that had been working together for months on this really thrilling project. J.J. [Abrams] and I went through the scene. My heart was racing. I was so overexcited. But

From a Certain Point of View: What’s Your Favorite Episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi?

One of the great things about Star Wars is that it inspires endless debates and opinions on a wide array of topics. Best bounty hunter? Most powerful Jedi? Does Salacious Crumb have the best haircut in the saga? In that spirit, StarWars.com presents From a Certain Point of View: a series of point-counterpoints on some of the biggest — and most fun — Star Wars issues. In this installment, two StarWars.com writers pick their best-loved chapter from the Obi-Wan Kenobi limited series now streaming on Disney+.

Spoiler warning: This article discusses details and plot points from Obi-Wan Kenobi. 

It’s the penultimate episode, Part V, says Neil.

For me, Star Wars has always been about the echoes of the past. That moment when the story reflects a moment that reminds us of another place, another person, a time in the saga