APR. However, Bob Iger halted work on these expansions until The Force Awakens and other future Star Wars films had reached a point in their development that elements from those projects could be included. Lawrence Kasdan[1]J.J. Abrams[1]Michael Arndt[1] Han attempts to talk his way out of a confrontation between two gangs. Scavenging through the Imperial Star Destroyer, she finds a valuable piece of salvage and drops it in her satchel. Trace makes a rash decision after learning what they are transporting is for the Pyke Syndicate. "[139] John Wenzel of the Denver Post graded the film at 3 1/2 stars out of 4, calling it a "masterful symphony" and praising the film's emphasis on "practical effects and honest-to-God sets. Probing her mind, he discovers that she has seen the map he's been looking for all this time, and orders the First Order to pull out, saying they had what they came for and no longer need BB-8. However, the dark warrior has a difficult time probing her mind, and Rey is even able to push back into Ren's mind. It is not hosted, operated, or sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd. or any of its affiliates. Page one. [101] Abrams made a cameo on a May 2016 episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, in which he appeared in the backseat of a car and directed "Chewbacca Mom" Candace Payne on how to properly use a Chewbacca mask. It is not hosted, operated, or sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd. or any of its affiliates. [67], The first teaser trailer—released early due to both fan demand and Abrams' request[68][69]—was announced via the Bad Robot Productions Twitter account, with a note from Abrams saying fans will see a "tiny peek at what we're working on. I thought, even if they do more trilogies, my story is over. Proudly powered by love & While they are working on repairs, the ship is caught in a tractor beam by a freighter. English[1] Sensing his father's presence, Kylo goes to meet Han. [97] The event was streamed live on StarWars.com. The destruction of the Hosnian system is visible from the surface of Takodana. She sees Luke placing his metallic hand on top of R2-D2 near a fire, (presumed to be Luke's burning Jedi temple). A desperate and terrified Finn comes to her aid immediately. International Musician John Williams - Back Again to a Galaxy ... 'Star Wars' Theme Park Attractions to Be Based on New Films, Not Old (EXCLUSIVE), Lucky VII: Superfan J.J. Abrams on Directing, 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' character names revealed -- exclusive, J.J. Abrams And R2-D2 Cameo On John Oliver's, Exclusive Empire Star Wars Cover Revealed, Exclusive Empire's Second Star Wars Cover Revealed, Facebook Launches 360-Degree Videos with 'Star Wars,' 'SNL,' Vice and More, John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, And Billie Lourd On Live! [49] His recovery forced him to drop out of filming for eight weeks. [8] As part of the merger, Disney revealed that it planned to produce a sequel trilogy of films beginning in 2015, with Kennedy serving as executive producer. After stormtrooper FN-2187 is deployed, FN-2003 is hit with blaster fire by Poe. During the travel in hyperspace, the Falcon experiences a problem with its hyperdrive, but Rey demonstrates her knowledge of ships by bypassing the compressor and fixing the issue. He tells his story that he was a stormtrooper in the First Order. Hux suggests using the Starkiller superweapon to destroy the government of the New Republic and the Resistance, and Snoke grants him the permission to do so. Shaken by the destruction, Finn re-evaluates his choice to leave. The Ultimate Star Wars Canon Timeline. The film stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels, and Peter Mayhew reprising their original roles. The Resistance is victorious, freeing Finn, Han, and Chewbacca. Episode VIII The Last Jedi During the meeting, First Order stormtroopers under the command of Kylo Ren and Captain Phasma attack the village. The Force Awakens was released on December 17, 2015 in the United Kingdom, Mexico, Latin America, and Asian countries; December 18, 2015 in North America; and January 9, 2016 in China. Wookieepedia is a FANDOM Movies Community. Each person who donated was entered to win a set visit to and appearance in Episode VII. [105] In August 2014, several of the film's cast and crew participated in the "Ice Bucket Challenge," an Internet phenomenon whereby one pours water onto one's head as a pledge to donate to the ALS association. Rey explains that the First Order is after the map located within BB-8 and that Finn is with the Resistance. [57] Kaplan designed new stormtrooper uniforms for the film, as it was determined that the original costumes would not stand up to modern scrutiny. Director(s) BB-8 encounters the astromech droid R2-D2, who, as C-3PO explains, has been dormant since Luke's disappearance. [91][92] (More of these later aired on June 1, 2016. Flametroopers open fire on the village of Tuanul. Anakin Skywalker and the Bad Batch attempt to gain a victory for the Republic. Knowing he would be punished and re-evaluated for not firing on the villagers, and with his faith in the First Order severely shaken, he decides to desert. [129] On March 23, 2016, the film was leaked online prior to its original Blu-ray release and was downloaded more than two million times in twelve hours. It has been a few years since new installments of The Clone Wars have been released, and much has happened in the years since the cancellation of the show. [86], The cast and crew appeared on various TV programs, including Good Morning America,[87] Live! Elsewhere on Jakku, a scavenger named Rey traverses the corridors of a downed Imperial II-class Star Destroyer at the Graveyard of Giants. Lucasfilm, the Lucasfilm logo, STAR WARS and all related characters, names and indicia are trademarks & copyright of Lucasfilm Ltd. Run time During the fighting at the castle, Finn wields the lightsaber to kill one stormtrooper before he is overpowered by FN-2199, a former squadmate of Finn's. [6] The acquisition came in the wake of Lucas's announced retirement on May 31,[7] and the subsequent June 1 announcement that veteran film producer Kathleen Kennedy was succeeding Lucas as Lucasfilm's Co-Chair. At Starkiller Base, a planet converted into a superweapon, powered by draining the energy of a star, and capable of destroying star systems, Kylo Ren and General Hux are summoned by Supreme Leader Snoke, who appears as a large remote hologram projection. Ben, removing his mask and seeming regretful and scared, holds out his lightsaber to Solo, asking for his father's help. The rathtars provide a distraction for Han and Chewie to escape, but one catches Finn and drags him around the freighter. Rey implores Finn not to leave, but instead to help her find the Resistance. Han and Chewbacca also kill multiple stormtroopers, but are captured along with Finn by the First Order. [135], Some theater chains limited the types of cosplay allowed at screenings of the film. After a mental struggle, Rey announces that she can sense fear in him - fear that he will never be as powerful as Darth Vader. 7. [34] This was followed on April 29 by the official release of the cast list for the movie. The Grand Army of the Republic, led by Yoda, Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker and other Jedi Knights, fights the New Droid Army of the Separatists. 1.1k votes, 110 comments. By this point, Kylo has taken too many wounds to continue standing, but he still struggles in vain to rise again. Approximately 30 years after the destruction of the second Death Star, Luke Skywalker, the last known surviving Jedi Master has disappeared. The film was nominated in the categories of Best Film Editing for Maryann Brandon and Mary Joe Markey; Best Original Score for John Williams; Best Sound Editing for Matthew Wood and David Acord; Best Sound Mixing for Andy Nelson, Christopher Scarabosio, and Stuart Wilson; and Best Visual Effects for Roger Guyett, Patrick Tubach, Neal Scanlan, and Chris Corbould. The Force calls her to Maz's curio box, an ancient Wroshyr wood chest. As the battle rages on above the castle, the remaining First Order troops board their ships and retreat, and Han witnesses his son carrying an unconscious Rey away. fantastic people. As Star Wars: The Clone Wars prepares for its seventh and final season, here is where exactly the events of the upcoming episodes will fit into the Star Wars timeline. Ultimately, Rey is able to overpower Ren and deal him a severe wound to his face while severing his lightsaber in two. [103] On August 11, Denver, Colorado resident D.C. Barns was announced as the contest's winner. With the re-emergence of his father and Snoke's orders to kill him, Kylo feels an internal struggle within himself. [39][40][41][42] For visual inspiration, Abrams looked at films directed by John Ford, Akira Kurosawa, and Terrence Malick. – November 3, 2015, Feel the Dark Side with ANOVOS' Amazing Kylo Ren Helmet &ndash: First Look. Finn, however, insists on leaving, and that there is no way to defeat the First Order. Upon boarding their old vessel, Han and Chewie go about inspecting their ship and find the two stowaways, Rey and Finn, who he assumes were the thieves that had stolen the Falcon. [137][138] Manohla Dargis of the New York Times stated that "The big news about 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' is — spoiler alert — that it's good!" Poe takes a shot at Ren from cover, but Ren casually stops the blaster bolt in mid-air with the Force. [83] On September 23, Facebook released a 360-degree panoramic video clip of a speeder driving across Jakku. Speculation Season Starts: Let the Sequel Trilogy Rumors Begin! [99] Ford and Abrams participated on a sketch on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert depicting what convinced Ford to return: Colbert allegedly almost convinced Abrams to recast the role of Han with him. After taking the foodstuff, Rey heads to her home, a downed AT-AT, and prepares a meal for herself. They also revealed that production would take a two-week hiatus in August to accommodate Harrison Ford's leg injury. Returning to the Resurgent-class Star Destroyer Finalizer, FN-2187 is overwhelmed with emotions because of the death of his squadmate and the massacre of the villagers. Lucasfilm Confirms, Interview: J.J. Abrams Talks About Abandoning George Lucas' Treatments and Lessons of the Star Wars Prequels. Finn's main objective is to rescue Rey from captivity. Afterwards shooting would resume, and conclude later in the fall.