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Police Break-up Brawl at Sci-Fi Convention, Three Light Sabers Bent Beyond Repair

Jeff Easterling — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:46:55 +0000

Usually, when police break up gang fights, the brawlers aren’t reaching for asthma inhalers. Not the case at a recent sci-fi convention. It happened this last weekend in England when the Jedi of the Norwich “Star Wars” Club was putting on a convention and film festival. The Norwich “Sci-Fi” Club showed up wanting to meet [...]

'Star Wars' vs. 'Star Trek': Which Is Better?

Eric Walkuski — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:30:39 +0000

It’s a battle of the two most revered sci-fi universes. ’Star Wars‘ vs. ‘Star Trek.’ Come on, fanboys, you know you have an opinion on this one! It’s one of the most hotly debated questions in geek history, and both have multi-layered worlds that span almost every conceivable medium: films, TV series, books, video games, toys, etc. Both [...]

Tomorrow Is "Star Wars Day" Check Out a Political Attack Ad That Slams Jedis for Using Mind Control

Big Jim — Fri, 03 May 2013 12:41:07 +0000

Tomorrow is “Star Wars Day” . . . all because some Star Wars nerd heard “May the Fourth” a few years ago, and made him think of the line, “May the force be with you.” And there’s a new parody video on the official “Star Wars” YouTube page to celebrate it, called “Star Wars Day [...]

'Star Wars' Actor Richard LeParmentier Dead at 66

Jacob Hall — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 22:35:06 +0000

Richard LeParmentier, who was a key actor in one of the most famous ‘Star Wars‘ scenes of all time, has passed away at 66. Even if you don’t know his name, you’ll surely know him as the Imperial Admiral whose “lack of faith” Darth Vader finds disturbing. Yep, you know the scene. During a villainous [...]

Harrison Ford Flips Out After Audience Member Asks a 'Star Wars: Episode 7′ Question

Mike Sampson — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:41:55 +0000

Harrison Ford was a guest on last night's 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' to promote his movie '42' and naturally the discussion came around to 'Star Wars: Episode 7' and the future of the franchise. Ford tried to stay mum and say he couldn't talk about anything 'Star Wars,' but when he agreed to some questions from the audience, things got heated and Ford walked off the set. Watch video of the incident below.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ Bringing Back C-3PO? We Wouldn't Be Surprised

Nick Romano — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:51:32 +0000

It's important to note that most, if not all 'Star Wars: Episode 7' talk at this point is unofficial chatter -- Harrison Ford seems to "think" he'll be coming back, everyone seems to "think" the new trilogy will focus on the children of Luke Skywalker, and Han Solo and Princess Leia, etc. That said, the latest 'Star Wars' alum seemingly throwing his name into the pool is our second favorite droid C-3PO. (Obviously R2-D2 is our favorite).

Stupid New Photo Trend . . . "Vadering"

Big Jim — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:01:39 +0000

We always want to keep you posted on the latest photo trends. So while this isn’t Tebowing or planking, it’s still worth checking out. And it’s actually surprising that it didn’t become a trend before. The newest trend is . . . “Vadering”. Remember when Darth Vader used the Force to lift someone off the [...]

Unused 'Star Wars' Script From George Lucas to Be Adapted Into New Comic Series

Jacob Hall — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 18:42:11 +0000

It's the kind of thing that sounds like an April Fool's Day prank, but for 'Star Wars' fans it will be an exploration of one of the greatest "What if?" scenarios of all time. Dark Horse Comics has announced that it is adapting George Lucas' original 'Star Wars' treatment into a comic miniseries. Sure, 'Star Wars' comics are nothing new, but Lucas' original ideas were so radically and wildly different than the finished films that this should prove fascinating and utterly unique.

Watch All Six 'Star Wars' Movies at Once

Emerald Catron — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 02:45:44 +0000

If you’ve never seen any of the ‘Star Wars‘ movies and just want to get it over with once and for all, here you go. This is all six of the ‘Star Wars’ movies that have been made to date. Conveniently playing at once in one video. That way you can knock out the entire [...]

23-Year-Old Man Finally Learns Who Luke Skywalker's Father Is

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 04:51:30 +0000

"Luke, I am your father," is perhaps one of the most famous lines ever in cinematic history. It has been said by nearly anyone with the ability to speak -- except for 23-year-old Carlos, who had no clue that Skywalker's old man was Darth Vadar. Thankfully, when his friends discovered this they decided to make an event of it.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ – Yoda to Get His Own Movie?

Damon Houx — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 16:15:04 +0000

There are so many directions to go with possible 'Star Wars' spin-offs, and though one of the most appealing things about 'Star Wars - Episode 7' is that it wouldn't be more back-story, there's a rumor we may get stand-alone adventures from some of the characters in the universe. And word is that Yoda might get his own movie.

See an Adorable Kitten's Jedi Mind Trick

Emerald Catron — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:40:13 +0000

We suspect this video is supposed to be cute. It is not cute. It is terrifying. Cats are not to be trusted. Sometimes you can pet them. Sometimes they try to rip your flesh off with their angry, sharp claws. Why would you want to imagine a world in which they can control things with their [...]

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ – J.J. Abrams Will Direct!

Mike Sampson — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:21:47 +0000

The search for a 'Star Wars: Episode 7' director is over. J.J. Abrams - the man who once said he would only be interested in 'Star Wars' as a paying moviegoer - will direct the first film in the new trilogy.

White House Rejects Petition to Build Death Star

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 03:24:04 +0000

The White House’s ‘We The People’ website, which allows citizens to petition the Obama administration to take action on issues facing the nation, has been in the news a lot lately. But perhaps no petition has gotten as much attention as the one that requested the government to secure the funds and resources needed to [...]

New 'Star Wars' Film to Be Directed by Zack Snyder?

Mike Sampson — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:07:18 +0000

We've heard rumors that there would be a point where we could see multiple 'Star Wars' films in a single year, much like what Marvel is doing with their superhero universe. What would that mean outside of 'Star Wars: Episode 7' and its sequels we didn't really know but now we've got a much better idea of Disney's plans. Director Zack Snyder ('Man of Steel') is developing a 'Star Wars' spinoff that would be loosely based on 'The Seven Samurai' but with Jedi.

If Darth Vader Had Arnold Schwarzenegger's Voice [VIDEO]

John Riggs — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 17:05:23 +0000

I honestly don’t think Darth Vader would have been nearly as menacing if he didn’t have James Earl Jone’s voice. Someone, just for fun, decided to take out his voice and put in clips of Arnold from his various movies. I don’t know, I think it kind of works! Now, for a bonus, can you [...]

'Star Wars Episode 7′ – Did J.J. Abrams Turn Down the Directing Job?

Eric Walkuski — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 14:58:51 +0000

The question of who will direct the next 'Star Wars' still lingers quite maddeningly; while we would ideally be compiling a shortlist of contenders, we mostly collate who has expressed disinterest or denied involvement. One of those names is J.J. Abrams, who weeks ago stated in no uncertain terms that he didn't want the massive undertaking.

But did you know that he was evidently offered the job? A few choice quotes from the 'Star Trek' director indicates that he could have been the captain of two different space sagas. Jump after the break to learn more.

Petition to Build Death Star Gaining Steam

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:21:40 +0000

On the White House's website there is a "We The People" section, which allows citizens to "petition the Obama Administration to take action on a range of important issues facing our country." If any submitted petition gets 25,000 E-signatures, then the White House will review the proposal.

Our favorite of these petitions this month has to be from Colorado man “John D" who, as we reported last week, wants the government to secure resources and funding to begin the construction of a Death Star by 2016.

'Star Wars: Episode 7′ – Samuel L. Jackson is Totally "Geeked Out" and Ready to Return

Mike Sampson — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:28:35 +0000

'Star Wars: Episode 7' has gotten the approval of previous 'Star Wars' stars Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Ewan McGregor and heck, even Billy Dee Williams. And now you can add one more actor to the list of those interested in returning for 'Star Wars: Episode 7' - Mace Windu himself, Samuel L. Jackson.

'Star Wars' Writers Actually Working on Spin-Offs; Is Lucasfilm Taking a Cue from Marvel?

Eric Walkuski — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 17:51:59 +0000

'Star Wars' has entered a brave new world since its acquisition by Disney last month; it appears as though every day sheds a little more light on the fast-tracked remodeling of the Lucasfilm property. Most recently we learned that 'Empire Strikes Back' scribe Lawrence Kasdan is allegedly making a long-awaited return to the franchise; joining the cause as well is 'X-Men: The Last Stand' writer Simon Kinberg. The thinking at the time of that news was that Disney and Lucasfilm had hired the screenwriters to commence work on Star Wars: Episodes 8 and 9, but a new report suggests something a bit more ambitious may be at play...