Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025: Top Highlights and News

Star Wars Celebration 2025 was an exhilarating event, packed with thrilling announcements from the iconic galaxy far, far away. Fans were treated to a plethora of exciting reveals, including the much-anticipated "Star Wars: Starfighter" starring Ryan Gosling, a new series focused on Darth Maul, and the first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll. Additionally, the event unveiled the chance to care for Grogu on the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, along with a host of other surprises that promise to keep the Star Wars universe expanding in exciting ways.

With so many big reveals, we're excited to highlight the most unmissable announcements below. We're eager to hear which of these developments you're most thrilled about in the Star Wars universe!

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Star Wars Celebration's Ahsoka Panel Featured the First Look at Rory McCann's Baylan Skoll, the news of Anakin's Return, and More

The Ahsoka panel at Star Wars Celebration unveiled significant updates for the show's second season, including the first look at Rory McCann stepping into the role of Baylan Skoll. Following the tragic passing of Ray Stevenson, McCann brings his own flair to the character, and the panel showcased an exclusive image of his portrayal. Additionally, it was confirmed that Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as Anakin Skywalker in Season 2, much to the delight of fans.

Season 2 promises more excitement with the return of beloved characters such as Sabine, Ezra, Zeb, and Chopper. The panel teased the inclusion of fan-favorite elements like Admiral Ackbar's confrontation with Grand Admiral Thrawn, the adorable Loth-Kittens, and a variety of starfighters, including some yet-to-be-revealed surprises, as hinted by Dave Filoni.

Hayden Christensen on Returning to Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka and Liking When 'Star Wars Goes Dark'

After the announcement of his return in Ahsoka Season 2, Hayden Christensen shared his thoughts on reprising Anakin Skywalker, his appreciation for the darker tones in Star Wars, and even his favorite Anakin meme. This insight into Christensen's perspective adds depth to the anticipation surrounding his return.

Rosario Dawson Had No Idea Mark Hamill Was Returning as Luke Skywalker in The Mandalorian Until He Walked On Set

Rosario Dawson, along with Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau, shared a humorous anecdote about her surprise at Mark Hamill's return as Luke Skywalker on the set of The Book of Boba Fett. Initially, Dawson believed Plo Koon would be the savior in the Season 2 finale, a clever decoy used by Filoni and Favreau in the scripts.

The Mandalorian and Grogu Panel, Everything Revealed

The Mandalorian & Grogu panel kicked off Star Wars Celebration with a bang, announcing its theatrical release on May 22, 2026. The first Star Wars film since 2019's The Rise of Skywalker, it promises an epic adventure with footage showcasing an Imperial ship in battle, Mando confronting Flame Troopers, and collapsing AT-AT walkers in the snow. The panel also introduced Sigourney Weaver's character and showcased Grogu's adorable and chaotic antics, from swimming to levitating objects.

In an unexpected reveal, Shawn Levy's Star Wars: Starfighter, starring Ryan Gosling, was set for a theatrical release on May 28, 2027, adding to the excitement of future Star Wars films.

The Mandalorian & Grogu's Sigourney Weaver on Grogu Stealing Her Heart and More

Sigourney Weaver, a new addition to The Mandalorian & Grogu, shared her experience joining the Star Wars universe, despite not having watched the series before her casting. She expressed how Grogu captured her heart and humorously speculated on whether Grogu might be more powerful than a Xenomorph.

Star Wars: Starfighter Is a New Film Starring Ryan Gosling That's Arriving in Theaters in May 2027

Star Wars: Starfighter was officially announced, confirming Ryan Gosling's starring role in a film set five years after The Rise of Skywalker. While details are scarce, Gosling will portray a new character, joining a roster of upcoming Star Wars films and adding to the saga's cinematic future.

For more information, check out everything we know about Star Wars: Starfighter's plot and timeline.

Bringing Star Wars Experiences to Life With Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Live Entertainment

Asa Kalama from Walt Disney Imagineering and Michael Serna from Disney Live Entertainment discussed the future of Star Wars experiences at Disney Parks. This includes a Mandalorian & Grogu-themed update to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, the introduction of BDX droids, and insights into how Disney brings the magic of Star Wars to life for fans.

The Mandalorian and Grogu-Themed Update to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Will Let Engineers Take Care of Grogu

Coinciding with the film's release, Din Djarin and Grogu will feature in a new story-based mission at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. In this adventure, guests team up with Mando and Grogu to chase down ex-Imperial officers and pirates led by Hondo Ohnaka, promising a dynamic, galaxy-spanning adventure. Engineers will also have the unique opportunity to care for Grogu during the ride and choose their adventure's course, whether to Bespin, the Death Star wreckage above Endor, or the newly-revealed Coruscant.

Everything Announced at the Andor Panel

Andor's second and final season, premiering on April 22 on Disney+, was highlighted at Star Wars Celebration. Diego Luna teased that fans should watch Rogue One post-season to experience it as a "different film." The new season is described as "more ambitious," featuring 140 sets, 700 costumes, 150 creatures, 30 droids, and 4,100 VFX shots across seven stages and two backlots.

For more insights into the beloved characters of Andor, check out our recap of the Andor panel.

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Announced at Star Wars Celebration

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, a new animated series set to premiere on Disney+ in 2026, was unveiled. The series will follow Sam Witwer's Darth Maul as he attempts to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire, following the events of The Clone Wars.

Star Wars: Visions Gets a Volume 3 Release Date and a Spin-Off Series That Will Debut With a Ninth Jedi Story

Star Wars Celebration announced the release date for Volume 3 of Star Wars: Visions on October 29, 2025, and a new spin-off series that will continue the story of The Ninth Jedi, which began in Volume 1.

Star Wars Outlaws Gets Second Story Update A Pirate’s Fortune in May

Star Wars Outlaws fans can look forward to A Pirate's Fortune, a new story update releasing on May 15. This update will see Kay Vess and Nix teaming up with Hondo Ohnaka to tackle Stinger Tash and her gang, the Rokana Raiders, and engage in smuggling for the Miyuki Trade League, set after the main campaign.

Star Wars Outlaws Release Date Announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4, 2025, following the console's debut on June 5.

Hasbro Reveals Incredible New Dash Rendar and Jedi: Survivor Figures

Hasbro delighted fans with the announcement of a new Dash Rendar figure and an impressive lineup from Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, including figures of Nightsister Merrin, a three-pack featuring Cal Kestis, Turgle, and Skoova Stev, and more. These figures, along with others, can be viewed in the slideshow below.

Everything Revealed at Hasbro's Star Wars Celebration 2025 Panel

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Hasbro Reveals New The Mandalorian Figures at Star Wars Celebration 2025

Hasbro also unveiled two new figures from The Mandalorian: Moff Gideon in his Dark Trooper armor and Cobb Vanth from The Book of Boba Fett. These figures, part of the Star Wars: The Vintage Collection, are priced at $16.99 each and will be available for pre-order on April 18 at 3pm ET/12pm PT.

Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Moff Gideon & Cobb Vanth Figures - Preview Gallery

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Star Wars and The Mandalorian Invade Monopoly Go

Monopoly Go is set to launch a Star Wars event from May 1 to July 2, inspired by the Skywalker Saga and The Mandalorian. The event will feature Star Wars characters in Monopoly-style designs, a Star Wars Go sticker album, podracing in the Mos Espa Grand Arena, and collectible in-game items like tokens, shields, and emojis.