The excitement at Star Wars Celebration reached new heights with the announcement that Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as Anakin Skywalker in Season 2 of Ahsoka. While details about Anakin's specific role remain under wraps, fans are thrilled to know that Ahsoka's journey with her former master will continue.
During the Ahsoka panel, Christensen expressed his enthusiasm for returning to the iconic character, stating, "It was a dream to get to do. The way they conceived how to do it was brilliant in getting to explore the World Between Worlds. I thought it was all really exciting."
Series creator Dave Filoni humorously noted the lengths he went to bring Christensen back, saying he had to "invent entire dimensions to make it happen." This playful remark underscores the creative efforts behind Christensen's return.
Christensen also delved into discussions about Anakin's activities during the Clone Wars, which have been extensively explored in animated formats. He expressed his eagerness to portray these aspects in live-action, mentioning, "All of this had been presented well in the animated world, but I was really excited to do that in live action. As much as I love the traditional Jedi robes I wore during the prequels, it was exciting to get to see Anakin with a new look."
Later, Filoni discussed how their collaborative history with George Lucas helped shape their approach to Anakin's character. This shared experience allowed them to enhance their understanding and portrayal of Anakin. Christensen added, "I always have George's voice in the back of my head saying, 'faster, more intense!'"For more insights, explore why Ahsoka powerfully reflects Anakin Skywalker's legacy, get a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll in Ahsoka Season 2, and stay updated with all the major announcements from The Mandalorian & Grogu and Andor panels.
