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How Star Wars' Jedi were inspired by the Knights Templar

Star Wars is once again in the spotlight and pulling on nostalgic heartstrings in the new Disney+ limited series Obi-Wan Kenobi, starring Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen. The series follows members of the knightly order of Jedi as they are persecuted across the galaxy. What many might not know is…

The Conversation

Ewan McGregor admits his divorce was 'a bomb going off' for his family

Ewan McGregor was married to Eve Mavrakis for 22 years prior to their bitter 2017 split, the actor went on to marry his Fargo co-star Mary Elizabeth Winstead earlier this year

Daily Mirror

From Strictly Ballroom to Elvis: the career of Baz Luhrmann – sorted

The Australian auteur’s films are intoxicating, polarising spectacles – so from the very bad (Australia) to the very good, we rank his works across film and TV

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'Obi-Wan Kenobi' reveals one of the best decisions George Lucas ever made

Not many actors could do what Ewan McGregor has done. Here's why 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' proves once that casting McGregor was the best choice George Lucas made when he was creating the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy.

Inverse

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 6 just solved Disney's huge lightsaber problem

The climactic duel in 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 6 marks a new high point for Star Wars' Disney era, one that creates an effective visual bridge between the franchise's prequel and original trilogies.

Inverse

A second season of Disney+ hit Obi-Wan Kenobi could be in the works - if fans want it

Yes please to more lightsaber fights and Darth Vader appearances

Evening Standard

Obi-Wan Kenobi finale recap – the fight scenes were perfect

This action-packed final episode delivered epic lightsaber duels and flawless drama, even if there were few surprises

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'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 6 steals a powerful trick from 'The Last Jedi'

Here's why one truly epic moment in 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Episode 6 feels so distinctly reminiscent of a powerful scene from the end of 2017's 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi.'

Inverse

Obi Wan Kenobi on Disney+: Will there be a second series?

Fans want to see Ewan McGregor say "hello there" once again

Wales Online

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' cameo ending explained: How it fixes a prequel plot hole and sets up Season 2

In the finale of 'Obi-Wan Kenobi,' one cameo corrects an old Star Wars plot hole from the prequels. Plus, signs of Season 2 are very strong. Here's why.

Inverse

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Season 2? Every single detail revealed so far

We did the math and figured out the soonest possible release date for 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' Season 2.

Inverse

Less of Ewan McGregor please! The big problem with Obi-Wan Kenobi

No stakes, no danger, nothing of substance: the show has atoned for many of the Star Wars prequels’ sins, but if it’s ever going to be exciting, the action needs to focus less on the ageing Jedi

The Guardian - UK

The best Star Wars prequel reveals 'Obi-Wan Kenobi's most annoying flaw

Some stories are simply better suited for the big screen. Here's why 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' should have been made as a movie instead of a six-part Disney+ limited series.

Inverse

Ewan McGregor reveals ‘eye-opening’ Obi-wan Kenobi fan art he gets sent

SCOTTISH actor Ewan McGregor has described some of the fan mail he receives as a bit of an “eye-opener” as he spoke about how his relationship…

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‘Always an eye-opener’: Ewan McGregor says he receives ‘a lot of’ homoerotic fan art thanks to Obi-Wan Kenobi

Actor recently reprised his Star Wars role of Obi-Wan Kenobi in the new spin-off

Tribune News Service

Hayden Christensen says returning as Darth Vader was ‘quite a surprise,’ teases ‘strong ending’ to ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’

Hayden Christensen thought he’d taken his final breaths as Darth Vader.

Daily Mirror

Hayden Christensen left saddened by racist remarks aimed at Obi-Wan co-star Moses Ingram

Hayden Christensen has been left saddened by news that Obi-Wan Kenobi co-star Moses Ingram has been the subject of racial abuse on social media

Bangkok Post

Return of the icons

It's been nearly two decades since the Star Wars and sci-fi movie fans were introduced to the franchise's prequel trilogy that ended with its third film Revenge Of The Sith in 2005. Fans knew that Anakin Skywalker lost to Obi-Wan Kenobi in the duel battle and left badly wounded. Yet…

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Evening Standard

Hayden Christensen’s return as Darth Vader attracted “hundreds” of people to Obi-Wan Kenobi set

“Hundreds” of people turned up on set to see Hayden Christensen don Darth Vader’s costume

Salon

"Obi-Wan" & the joy of not Force-ing it

Ewan McGregor – with his dad bod – is more space daddy than Jedi zaddy, and that gives us hope

Daily Record

Ewan McGregor wants Star Wars character he 'loved' working with to return

The Scottish actor has been promoting his new show Obi Wan Kenobi, now streaming on Disney+.

Edinburgh Live

Trainspotting lesser-known stars now from Harry Potter to Lord of the Rings

Trainspotting was a Scottish phenomenon when it was released in 1996, launching the careers of some very familiar faces in showbiz - but what about those who aren't as popular?

Daily Record

Ewan McGregor 'sickened' after racist abuse sent to co-star Moses Ingram by online trolls

Moses Ingram starred alongside the Scottish actor in the new Disney+ Obi Wan Kenobi series and shared the "hundreds" of hateful messages she received after the show was released.

Daily Mirror

Ewan McGregor's daughter Clara shares sweet snap of her dad and youngest brother

Clara McGregor, 26, enjoyed the day with her famous dad and her half brother Laurie, who turns one this month. The model shared several candid photos of Ewan as the pair spent quality time together

Inverse

'Obi-Wan Kenobi' marks a unique first for the Star Wars franchise

There has never been a Star Wars film or TV show like 'Obi-Wan Kenobi.' Here's how Ewan McGregor's performance in the Disney+ series helps separate it from the franchise's previous movies and shows.

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