In an absolutely thrilling update,Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vaderactor Hayden Christensen has suggested thatStar Warshas something in the works that will see Christensen and Obi-Wan Kenobi actor Ewan McGregor returning toStar Warsmovies and TV shows.Star Warsis famously good at keeping secrets, and veteranStar Warsactors are skilled at subtle references to upcoming projects (or completely concealing an upcoming show or movie they are involved in). Christensen is clearly no exception, as his comments about a potential Anakin and Obi-Wan reunion are perfectly vague—but exciting nevertheless.
A post shared bycrabtree_codyon X indicates thatHayden Christensen has alluded to a possible upcomingStar Warsproject including Christensen and Ewan McGregor. Evidently, Christensen has indicated that there is"some stuff brewing"that could see Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi together again inStar Wars.
While Christensen’s comments giveStar Warsfans very little to go off of,they come on the heels of a number of subtle references to a possible Obi-Wan and Anakin project in the works, including McGregor’s recent statement that there’s plenty of story left to tell followingObi-Wan Kenobi.
What Hayden Christensen’s Comments Mean For Star Wars
This Comment Certainly Suggests Star Wars Has Something In The Works
Christensen’s comment about"some stuff brewing"is far from confirmation that a movie or show with Obi-Wan and Anakin is in the works, butthere’s a pretty good chance something may be coming. It would be incredibly odd for Christensen to make such a statement if he wasn’t in talks withStar Wars, and this is undoubtedly as much as he would be able to say. This is also much more thanStar Warshas revealed in the past, including with Ewan McGregor entirely hiding his return inObi-Wan Kenobi(even when directly asked).
There are a number ofupcomingStar Warsmoviesat varying levels of production, but very fewupcomingStar Warsshowsare currently confirmed. WithSkeleton Crewalready releasing episodes,Andorseason 2 andAhsokaseason 2 are the only showsStar Warshas confirmed are coming. It seems most likely that an Obi-Wan and Anakin reunion would happen in a show, although even that can’t be said for certain.
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With Star Wars Celebration just around the corner in April 2025, this is the perfect time forStar Warsto announce myriad upcoming projects, including one that could bring Obi-Wan and Anakin back together. The most obvious choice would beObi-Wan Kenobiseason 2, which would also hark back to McGregor’s recent comments that season 2 would require Obi-Wan to be de-aged, allowing Christensen and McGregor to"really get back together again.“McGregor’s references to the Clone Wars era may even mean a flashback sequence or full story that could include young Ahsoka.
Our Take On Hayden Christensen’s Comments
This Is A Truly Thrilling Possibility
I couldn’t be more excited about Christensen’s comments, as vague as they are. There has been plenty of discourse in recent years regardingStar Warsneeding to move on from the Skywalkers and from the prequel trilogy characters, butStar Warshas already proven its willingness to incorporate brand-new stories, including with its current show,Skeleton Crew.Progress and new ideas in the franchise don’t have to mean entirely dropping Anakin and Obi-Wan, though.
The fact also remains that Anakin and Obi-Wan are a massive draw forStar Warsfans. As the franchise tries to navigate the very divided fanbase and continued backlash it has experienced in recent years, bringing back some of the most beloved characters and actors wouldn’t be a bad idea. Although it could be a while beforeStar Warsmakes any official announcement, it seems Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi could be returning to the franchise once more.
