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 role remain under wraps, fans are thrilled to know that Ahsoka's journey with her former master is far from over.
Christensen made a special appearance at the Ahsoka panel, sharing his enthusiasm for returning to the iconic role. "It was a dream to get to do," he said. "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."
Ahsoka series creator Dave Filoni humorously noted his determination to collaborate with Christensen again, saying, "I had to invent entire dimensions to make it happen." This light-hearted comment underscores the creative lengths taken to bring Anakin back into the fold.
Christensen also discussed the depth of their preparation, revealing that he and the team delved into Anakin's activities during the Clone Wars. "All of this had been presented well in the animated world, but I was really excited to do that in live action," he explained. "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 in the panel, Filoni elaborated on how their shared history with George Lucas helped shape their approach to Anakin's return. This collaboration allowed them to fill in the gaps in their understanding of the character, resulting in a richer portrayal. "I always have George's voice in the back of my head saying, 'faster, more intense!'" Christensen added, echoing Lucas's iconic direction style.
For more insights, explore why Ahsoka serves as a powerful testament to Anakin Skywalker's legacy, get a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll in Ahsoka Season 2, and catch up on all the major updates from The Mandalorian & Grogu and Andor panels.
