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Ewan McGregor has to give his ex-wife half of the multi-million fortune he earned during his acting career — including his blockbuster “Star Wars” movies, according to reports of their contentious divorce. The “Trainspotting” star agreed to split with Eve Mavrakis any of his royalties from all of the movies and TV shows before their …
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One of the most infamous events in “Star Wars” history is getting resurrected on Disney+, through a lens made of Lego. “The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special” will debut on the streaming service on Nov. 17. Set after the events of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” the special continues the partnership between Lucasfilm and …
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The miniature of the Nostromo spaceship used in “Alien,” one of Tom Cruise’s fighter pilot helmets from “Top Gun” and a Darth Vader costume from the “Star Wars” 1977 promotional tour are among the highlights in an upcoming auction of movie props. The Prop Store’s Aug. 26 and 27 virtual auction — the company’s first …
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NBCUniversal’s Peacock streaming service is set to launch Wednesday, and it’s facing more than a few hurdles. The new video platform is banking on a cheap price that’s supported by ads as well as a catalog of shows like “30 Rock” and “The Office.” But it joins an already crowded landscape with well-established rivals like …
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A new animated “Star Wars” series is imperial marching its way towards the small screen. Disney Plus has issued a series order for “Star Wars: The Bad Batch,” a spinoff of the popular “Clone Wars” series, Variety has confirmed. This new show, which is slated to launch on Disney Plus sometime in 2021, hails from Lucasfilm …
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The Force is strong with this one. For the first time since it’s 1980 release, “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” is at the top of the box office due to its re-release at drive-in theatres that have sprung up all over the country. Raking in a $175,000 at 483 locations, the film is expected …
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The Darth haters are out in full force. Actresses Jenny Slate and Kristen Bell might’ve garnered online praise after stepping down from voicing biracial TV characters this week amid accusations of whitewashing. However, online detractors were quick to point out that African American screen legend James Earl Jones voiced a “white character” in “Star Wars” …
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This year, the force is nowhere to be seen. For the first time in the event’s history, the 2020 “Star Wars” Celebration has been canceled because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, organizers announced Monday in a statement on their website. A new date has been set for Aug. 18, 2022. The global gathering of “Star …
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Actor Mark Hamill, who portrayed Jedi master Luke Skywalker in the iconic “Star Wars” franchise, took to Twitter Monday to show support for the worldwide protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death during an encounter with Minneapolis police last month. Hamill tweeted a photo of a statue of Yoda, the green alien who served …
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To help enforce social distancing restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, Walt Disney World has enlisted Stormtroopers from “Star Wars.” On May 20, parts of its Disney World reopened, including outdoor restaurants, entertainment venues and its shopping district, Disney Springs. Visitors must now follow rules that require all guests to wear face coverings, pass fever …
Ewan McGregor has to give his ex-wife half of the multi-million fortune he earned during his acting career — including his blockbuster “Star Wars” movies, according to reports of their contentious divorce. The “Trainspotting” star agreed to split with Eve Mavrakis any of his royalties from all of the movies and TV shows before their …
