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"Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025: Highlights and Major Announcements"

Authore: SarahUpdate:May 15,2025

Star Wars Celebration 2025 was a spectacular event, brimming with thrilling announcements that have fans buzzing with excitement. From the galaxy far, far away, we got a glimpse of the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter featuring Ryan Gosling, a new series centered around Darth Maul, and a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll. Additionally, fans were thrilled to learn about the chance to care for Grogu on the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, among other exciting reveals.

We've compiled a list of the most unmissable announcements from the event, and we're eager to hear which one has you the most excited in the Star Wars universe!

Which Announcement from Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 Was Your Favorite? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
AnswerSee ResultsStar 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 was packed with exciting updates for the show's second season, including a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll. Following the passing of Ray Stevenson, McCann steps into the role, and the panel showcased an exclusive image of his character. Additionally, it was confirmed that Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as Anakin Skywalker in Season 2.

Season 2 promises the return of beloved characters such as Sabine, Ezra, Zeb, and Chopper. Fans can also look forward to Admiral Ackbar's significant role, a showdown with Grand Admiral Thrawn, the introduction of adorable Loth-Kittens, and, according to Dave Filoni, "X-Wings, A-Wings, and Wings I can't tell you about."

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

Hayden Christensen shared his thoughts on returning to the role of Anakin Skywalker after nearly two decades, his appreciation for the darker aspects of Star Wars, and even revealed his favorite Anakin meme.

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 Dawson's surprise when Mark Hamill returned as Luke Skywalker on the set of The Book of Boba Fett. Initially, she believed Plo Koon would be the Jedi savior in the Season 2 finale, as Filoni and Favreau used him as a decoy in the scripts.

The Mandalorian and Grogu Panel, Everything Revealed

PlayThe Mandalorian & Grogu is set to hit theaters on May 22, 2026, marking the first Star Wars film since 2019's The Rise of Skywalker. The panel kicked off Star Wars Celebration with teases for the film and the surprising announcement of Shawn Levy's *Star Wars: Starfighter*, starring Ryan Gosling, slated for release on May 28, 2027.

Attendees were treated to footage featuring an Imperial ship ready for battle, Mando facing off against Flame Troopers, collapsing AT-AT walkers in the snow, and the first look at Sigourney Weaver's character. Grogu, as always, stole the show with his adorable and chaotic antics, including swimming and levitating objects.

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

Image Credit: Disney and LucasfilmSigourney Weaver discussed her experience joining The Mandalorian & Grogu, her lack of prior exposure to the series, how Grogu captured her heart, and whether she believes Grogu is more powerful than a Xenomorph.

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

Play*Star Wars: Starfighter* was unveiled at Star Wars Celebration, confirming Ryan Gosling's starring role in this film set five years after *The Rise of Skywalker*. While details are scarce, Gosling will portray a new character, joining other upcoming films by directors like Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, James Mangold, Taika Waititi, and a trilogy from Simon Kinberg.

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

Walt Disney Imagineering's Asa Kalama and Disney Live Entertainment's Michael Serna shared insights into the future of Star Wars experiences at Disney Parks. This includes a The Mandalorian & Grogu-themed update for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, the introduction of adorable BDX droids, and more. They also discussed how they bring Disney Magic to life, allowing fans to experience their favorite stories and characters in real-world settings.

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

Alongside The Mandalorian & Grogu's theatrical release on May 22, 2026, Din Djarin and Grogu will feature in a new story-based mission at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. In this adventure, Hondo Ohnaka learns of a deal on Tatooine between ex-Imperial officers and pirates, leading to a high-stakes chase across the galaxy. Guests will join Mando and Grogu to track them down and claim a bounty.

Engineers will have the unique opportunity to care for Grogu during the ride and choose the adventure's course, plotting a path 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 is set to premiere on April 22 on Disney+. At Star Wars Celebration, Diego Luna hinted that fans should watch Rogue One after Andor Season 2, suggesting it will be seen in a new light. The new season promises to be more ambitious, featuring 140 sets across seven stages, two backlots, 700 costumes for principals, 150 creatures, 30 droids, and 4,100 VFX shots.

For more details, including deep dives 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 Celebration announced Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, an animated series set to premiere on Disney+ in 2026. The series will follow Sam Witwer's Darth Maul as he attempts to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire, post-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 revealed that Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 will be released on October 29, 2025, and will include a new spin-off series debuting with the next chapter of The Ninth Jedi story from Volume 1.

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

Play*Star Wars Outlaws* fans can look forward to a new story update, *A Pirate's Fortune*, on May 15. This update will see Kay Vess and Nix teaming up with Hondo Ohnaka to take on Stinger Tash and her gang, the Rokana Raiders, and engage in smuggling for the Miyuki Trade League. This story follows the events of *Star Wars Outlaws*, so be sure to complete the campaign first.

Star Wars Outlaws Release Date Announced for Nintendo Switch 2

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

Hasbro Reveals Incredible New Dash Rendar and Jedi: Survivor Figures

Fans of Dash Rendar will be thrilled with the new figure announced by Hasbro, alongside an impressive lineup of figures from Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. This includes figures of Nightsister Merrin, a three-pack of Cal Kestis, Turgle, and Skoova Stev, a smaller Merrin figure, and a Rocket Launch Trooper in the Vintage Collection line, among others.

You can view all these figures and more in the slideshow below.

Everything Revealed at Hasbro's Star Wars Celebration 2025 Panel

View 198 ImagesHasbro Reveals New The Mandalorian Figures at Star Wars Celebration 2025

Hasbro unveiled two new figures from The Mandalorian at Star Wars Celebration: Moff Gideon and Cobb Vanth, both joining the Star Wars: The Vintage Collection. These 3.75-inch scale figures feature packaging inspired by the classic Kenner Star Wars figures.

Exclusive images of the Moff Gideon figure, inspired by his Dark Trooper armor, and Cobb Vanth, as seen in The Book of Boba Fett, are available below. Both figures will be priced at $16.99 and available for pre-order on April 18 at 3pm ET/12pm PT.

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

View 21 ImagesStar Wars and The Mandalorian Invade Monopoly Go

Play*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.