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Almost five decades later, Disney will reinstate an element of Star Wars that George Lucas himself removed. The Star Wars franchise, created by George Lucas, began in 1977 with the release of the original Star Wars film, later retitled Star Wars–Episode IV: A New Hope. This groundbreaking space opera introduced audiences to a galaxy far, far away, featuring iconic characters like Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher), Han Solo (Harrison Ford), and Darth Vader (James Earl Jones/David Prowse).

Disney Defies George Lucas, Reinstates Removed ‘Star Wars’ Element 47 Years Later

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Star Wars: The Acolyte - Kelnacca #1 is coming next week.

Star Wars: The Acolyte Prequel Series Preview Released

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	Ubisoft and Lucasfilm’s open-world video game “Star Wars Outlaws” launched Friday, giving fans of the galaxy far, far away a chance to play as a new character, Kay Vess (voiced by “Tarot” and “Star Trek: Section 31” star Humberly González) in a story set in between the events of the original film trilogy’s “The Empire Strikes Back” and “Return of the Jedi.” Ubisoft Promotes Cécile Russeil to Executive Vice President




	This new lead isn’t a Jedi or Sith, a rebel or an Imperial sympathizer — she’s a scoundrel trying to survive the crime-ridden “Star Wars” universe with little to no knowledge...

‘Star Wars Outlaws’ Video Game Star Humberly González on Being the First Latina Lead in Franchise History and Hopes for a TV Adaptation

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Star Wars star says he won't appear in The Mandalorian & Grogu because of The Book of Boba Fett: "The reception impacted the future of the character"

Universal is proving that they are all in on the Jurassic World series. A recent update confirmed that it will once again reboot the Jurassic Park franchise with new faces, dinosaurs, and mythology. This all comes after government officials sent a critical warning to the studio regarding its development earlier this year.

Universal Drops ‘Jurassic World 4’ Update After Government Issued Critical Warning

Mark Hamill is excited about his newest role, which he likens to his experience with his iconic role as Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise. It is difficult to even imagine the Star Wars franchise without Mark Hamill. The series kicked off in 1977 with a self-titled movie (retroactively titled A New Hope), which starred Hamill as Luke Skywalker, a farm boy from a backwater planet who finds himself caught up in a space version of Akira Kurosawa’s The Hidden Fortress (1958). Along with his co-stars Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford, Hamill became an immediate pop culture icon via Star Wars.

Mark Hamill Reveals His New ‘Star Wars’ Role in Upcoming Movie

47 years ago, George Lucas unveiled his new science-fiction movie, Star Wars (or Star Wars: Episode IV–A New Hope (1977) as it later became known), and the world of cinema was changed forever. The Walt Disney Company is now steering the galactic ship into new territories with a polarizing...

Forget ‘The Mandalorian’ Movie, Five-Hour-Long Epic ‘Star Wars’ Film With Luke Skywalker Revealed for 2025

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They can’t believe the employee’s response. An attempt at reviewing desserts from Crumbl Cookies took an awkward turn for two TikTokers who weren’t happy with the Oreo cheesecake.

‘They’re doing something wrong’: Crumbl customers ask for a refund after ordering Oreo cheesecake.

Don't miss Looper on Prime Video - it's a fantastic slice of sci-fi.

Modern classic sci-fi now on Amazon Prime Video – it's 93% on Rotten Tomatoes

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If Mangia & Bevi Pizzeria Napoletana in Weston has been on your radar, you might want to know about some recent hiccups they’ve encountered. The pizzeria was ordered to close on July 29, and here’s what the health inspectors found:

Florida Pizzeria closed for 14 Violations- Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands

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Angry Aurorans and Denverites on social media poked fun at the news media Friday as more information came out about Venezuelan gangs on the Front Range. Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman posted on Facebook that the city will use court orders to shut down additional apartment complexes that have been infiltrated by the gangs. It seemed to contradict comments made by Gov. Jared Polis, who said the gang problem was a figment of Aurora council member Danielle Jurinsky’s imagination.

Migrant gang crisis underrated: Denver media criticized

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'Yellowstone' producers revealed key details about the forthcoming sequel series, including the title and the leading actor.

‘Yellowstone’ Sequel Series Makes Major Casting Announcement

Sci-fi films often fail to capture the essence of the beloved novels they are based on, resulting in disappointing adaptations. Examples like 'The Giver' and 'Dune' show how crucial it is for filmmakers to understand and honor the source material. Mediocre storytelling, lackluster visuals, and missed opportunities plague many sci-fi...

The 10 Worst Sci-Fi Movies Based on Great Books, Ranked

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It's been 35 years since the original Baywatch TV series premiered on NBC in the 1989-1990 season. One year later, it was syndicated and became one of the most popular TV shows on the planet. The show's original cast included David Hasselhoff, who stayed with the series through its entire run. During that time, he was joined by other actors, including (but not limited to) Pamela Anderson, Alexandra Paul, and Jason Simmon. At the time, Simmons, who is gay, was in the closet.

The Once-Secret Gay Life of 'Baywatch' Actor Jaason Simmons: 35 Years After The Beach Drama's Debut

Amandla Stenberg addresses The Acolyte's cancellation and "vitriol" the series faced in a new Instagram Story.

Star Wars: The Acolyte Star Amandla Stenberg Breaks Silence on Cancellation "It's Not a Huge Shock for Me"

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

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Command Sgt. Maj. Harold “Ed” Jarrell has been relieved as the senior enlisted for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command, an Army spokesperson confirmed, marking the third time within a month and the second within a week, that the Army has fired a command sergeant major of a brigade or larger unit as per Task and Purpose.

The Army Fires 3rd Command Sergeant Major in a Month: Command Sgt. Maj. Harold "Ed" Jarrel

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Jim Henson and his army of colorful puppets became the face of a unifying childhood experience thanks to The Muppets. He passed away in 1990 at the age of 53. Just a year after his passing, Walt Disney World launched the final Muppet-related project of Henson’s, Muppet*Vision 3D. Now, however, there are talks of demolishing it completely.

Walt Disney World May Demolish Jim Henson’s Final Project

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Lavender marriage is a term and practice that's been around for decades. The practice began in the early 20th century and was often associated with LGBTQ+ film stars of the time. The marriage is one of convenience between two people, often one or both of who are LGBTQ+.

Lavender Marriages Are Becoming More Popular

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

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A new version of the 1977 Star Wars features a dub in a Native American language

ListenA new version of the 1977 Star Wars features a dub in a Native American language. SCOTT SIMON, HOST: \"Star Wars\" fans in Minnesota and Wisconsin...

ListenA new version of the 1977 Star Wars features a dub in a Native American language. SCOTT SIMON, HOST: "Star Wars" fans in Minnesota and Wisconsin...

A new version of the 1977 Star Wars features a dub in a Native American language

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