Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 Unveils Major Film, Series, and Park Updates

Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 delivered thrilling updates from the iconic galaxy, showcasing a new film, Star Wars: Starfighter with Ryan Gosling, a Darth Maul animated series, a first glimpse of Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll, and an interactive Grogu experience on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, among other exciting reveals.

The event featured a slew of major announcements, and we’ve compiled the must-see highlights below. Share what excites you most in the Star Wars universe!

Ahsoka Panel at Star Wars Celebration Highlights Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll and Anakin’s Return

The Ahsoka panel at Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 unveiled major updates for Season 2, including a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll, alongside behind-the-scenes insights.

Following the passing of Ray Stevenson, McCann steps into the role of Baylan Skoll, with a debut image revealed during the panel (see below). It was also confirmed that Hayden Christensen will return as Anakin Skywalker for Season 2.

Season 2 teases included the return of fan-favorite characters like Sabine, Ezra, Zeb, and Chopper. The panel also revealed Admiral Ackbar’s significant role in a clash with Grand Admiral Thrawn, the introduction of charming Loth-Kittens, and Dave Filoni’s hints at “X-Wings, A-Wings, and some unannounced ships.”

Hayden Christensen on Reprising Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka and Embracing Star Wars’ Darker Themes

After the announcement of his return for Ahsoka Season 2, Hayden Christensen discussed revisiting Anakin Skywalker after nearly two decades, his appreciation for Star Wars’ darker tones, and his favorite Anakin meme.

Rosario Dawson Shares Surprise Mark Hamill Cameo Story from The Mandalorian Set

In a conversation with Rosario Dawson, Dave Filoni, and Jon Favreau, they shared a lighthearted anecdote about Dawson’s shock when Mark Hamill appeared as Luke Skywalker on The Book of Boba Fett set. Initially, Dawson believed Plo Koon would be the Jedi savior in the Season 2 finale, as Filoni and Favreau used him as a script decoy.

The Mandalorian & Grogu Panel Reveals Film Details and More

The Mandalorian & Grogu, set for a May 22, 2026, theatrical release, marks the first Star Wars film since 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. The panel, a highlight of Star Wars Celebration, teased the movie and announced Star Wars: Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Gosling, slated for May 28, 2027.

Exclusive footage shown to attendees featured an Imperial ship in combat, Mando battling Flame Troopers, AT-ATs falling in the snow, and a first look at Sigourney Weaver’s character. Grogu charmed audiences with scenes of swimming, levitating objects, and causing playful chaos.

Sigourney Weaver on Joining The Mandalorian & Grogu and Falling for Grogu

In an interview at Star Wars Celebration, Sigourney Weaver discussed joining The Mandalorian & Grogu, revealing she hadn’t watched the series before being cast, how Grogu won her heart, and whether she thinks Grogu could outmatch a Xenomorph.

Star Wars: Starfighter, Starring Ryan Gosling, Hits Theaters in May 2027

Star Wars: Starfighter, announced at Star Wars Celebration, will feature Ryan Gosling as a new character in a story set five years after The Rise of Skywalker. Details remain scarce, but the film joins other upcoming projects like The Mandalorian & Grogu, and works from Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and Simon Kinberg’s trilogy.

For more details, explore everything known about Star Wars: Starfighter’s plot and timeline.

Disney Parks Elevate Star Wars with New Experiences from Walt Disney Imagineering

We spoke with Walt Disney Imagineering’s Asa Kalama and Disney Live Entertainment’s Michael Serna about upcoming Star Wars experiences, including a The Mandalorian & Grogu-themed update for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, adorable BDX droids coming to Disney Parks, and how they craft immersive storytelling for fans.

Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Update Lets Guests Care for Grogu

Alongside The Mandalorian & Grogu’s 2026 theatrical debut, Din Djarin and Grogu will star in a new story-based mission at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in Walt Disney World and Disneyland, distinct from the film’s plot.

In this adventure, Hondo Ohnaka uncovers a deal on Tatooine between ex-Imperial officers and pirates, sparking a thrilling galaxy-wide chase. Guests will join Mando and Grogu to hunt down a bounty, with Engineers able to care for Grogu and choose destinations like Bespin, the Death Star wreckage above Endor, or a newly introduced Coruscant.

Andor Season 2 Highlights Revealed at Star Wars Celebration

Andor’s final season, premiering April 22 on Disney+, made its last Star Wars Celebration appearance. Diego Luna teased that watching Rogue One after Season 2 will feel like a fresh experience.

The ambitious season features 140 sets, two backlots, 700 principal costumes, 150 creatures, 30 droids, and 4,100 VFX shots, promising a grander scale than Season 1. Dive into our full Andor panel recap for more character insights.

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord Animated Series Coming to Disney+ in 2026

Star Wars Celebration announced Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, an animated Disney+ series debuting in 2026. Featuring Sam Witwer as Darth Maul, it follows his quest to rebuild his criminal empire on a planet beyond the Empire’s reach, post-The Clone Wars.

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Set for October 2025, Spin-Off Series Announced

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 arrives on October 29, 2025, with a new spin-off series debuting with a continuation of The Ninth Jedi story from Volume 1, as revealed at Star Wars Celebration.

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

Star Wars Outlaws’ second story update, A Pirate’s Fortune, launches May 15, teaming Kay Vess and Nix with Hondo Ohnaka to confront Stinger Tash’s Rokana Raiders and smuggle for the Miyuki Trade League. Set after the main game, players should complete the campaign first.

Star Wars Outlaws Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 in September 2025

Ubisoft’s Star Wars Outlaws will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4, 2025, following the console’s June 5 debut, bringing the open-world adventure to the new platform.

Hasbro Unveils New Dash Rendar and Jedi: Survivor Figures

Hasbro announced a new Dash Rendar figure alongside a robust Star Wars Jedi: Survivor lineup, including Nightsister Merrin, a Cal Kestis, Turgle, and Skoova Stev three-pack, a smaller Merrin figure, and a Rocket Launch Trooper in the Vintage Collection.

Check out the full range of figures in the slideshow below.

Hasbro’s Star Wars Celebration 2025 Panel: All Figure Reveals

Hasbro Debuts The Mandalorian’s Moff Gideon and Cobb Vanth Figures

Hasbro unveiled two new The Mandalorian figures, Moff Gideon and Cobb Vanth, for the Star Wars: The Vintage Collection. These 3.75-inch figures, inspired by classic Kenner designs, feature Moff Gideon in Dark Trooper armor and Cobb Vanth from The Book of Boba Fett. Priced at $16.99, they’re available for pre-order on April 18 at 3pm ET/12pm PT.

See exclusive images of the figures below.

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

Star Wars and The Mandalorian Take Over Monopoly Go

Monopoly Go launches a Star Wars event from May 1 to July 2, inspired by the Skywalker Saga and The Mandalorian. Players can enjoy Star Wars-themed characters, a sticker album, podracing at Mos Espa Grand Arena, and collectible in-game items like tokens, shields, and emojis.