Good Morning Youtinians. Last week, we asked what August release you were most excited about. While it was a close vote, Beware the Nameless was the most anticipated, with 50% of the vote.

— JG Carse, Emmi Conner, and Doc B

Skeleton Crew Trailer and More Revealed at D23

The D23 Ultimate Fan Event brought many to Anaheim over the weekend, and fans experienced everything related to the Disney company, from the parks to big movie and television announcements. Let’s break down all the Star Wars-related news.

1. Skeleton Crew revealed the first official trailer for the show and gave fans the first look at the ‘suburbs’ of the galaxy far, far away. Key art also appeared, and we learned that the two-episode premiere is on December 3, 2024.

2. Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy has a new trailer with more plot and twists. The star-studded cast includes Mark Hamill, Billy Dee Williams, Ahmed Best, and more. The “four-piece” special arrives on September 13 on Disney+.

3. Andor and The Mandalorian & Grogu footage teases were a special treat for those in attendance. Footage from Andor confirmed the appearance of K-2SO, and The Mandalorian & Grogu revealed Zeb from Star Wars Rebels.

See more exciting news (that goes beyond TV and film) here. Star Wars Celebration in April 2025 is the next major event where we can expect more announcements and updates.

New Guest Announcements at Star Wars Celebration Japan

Organizers have announced a new round of guests for Star Wars Celebration, which will take place next April! From animation to live action, these guests cover the full range of Celebration's offerings.

Sith of The Acolyte: One of the most exciting announcements is the addition of Manny Jacinto to the Celebration lineup. Manny unleashed immense power on the High Republic-era Jedi of The Acolyte as Darth Teeth the Stranger, so his addition to the guest stars list makes complete sense. Perhaps he won’t be the only member of team Acolyte to show up on a panel or two at Celebration Japan!

Return of the Classics: Alongside Manny, we’ll also get to see some very familiar Star Wars faces next April:

• Anthony Daniels - our favorite protocol droid, C-3PO.  

• Temuera Morrison - the live-action face of both Jango Fett in the prequels and Boba Fett in The Book of Boba Fett.

• Ashley Eckstein - our beloved Ahsoka Tano in all things Star Wars animation.

These three actors are quite accustomed to Star Wars Celebration and other cons, and it is always a joy to interact with them and hear their thoughts on the galaxy far, far away.

We're all fine here now — how are you? We can’t wait for Celebration Japan! Do you think you’ll go enjoy the festivities and meet some featured guests?

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Releasing on Last Gen Consoles

In April 2023, Electronic Arts EA Star Wars, Respawn Entertainment, and LucasFilm Games rocked our Youtiniverse with the release of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. 

This immersive galaxy-spanning action-adventure game, set after Order 66, introduced Jedi Padawan Cal Kestis and his trusty droid BD-1, along with mentor Jedi Master Cere Junda, mercenary Bode Akuna, engineer Prauf, and Nightsister Merrin. The fandom also went crazy for Cameron Monaghan, the physical and vocal inspiration for Cal. And we wait with bated breath for the real-life Canon appearance of Cal Kestis in an upcoming film or TV series - that would be just mind-blowing!!

Now, on September 17, 2024, those of us on PS4 and Xbox One consoles can finally join in the lightsaber carnage and pure Star Wars joy! 

We pick up five years after Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, with Cal and his friends desperately fighting to bring light to an ever darker galaxy. This single-player, story-driven game allows you to destroy battle droids, face a Rancor, and fight challenging bosses, all while you hope to rebuild the Jedi Order. Enjoy the amazing Stinger Mantis as you visit the planets of Courscant, Koboh, Jedha, and more. If you haven’t seen the trailer or would like to relive the moment you first set eyes on it, check it out here.

Additionally, if you want more resources, check out our review of the game and our recap of Jedi Fallen Order.

🛰️ In the Youtiniverse

• In our most recent video, Eric discussed the best Star Wars comics of all time. From Canon to Legends, there are comics for everyone, and Eric breaks down our top 10.

• The Youtini Show recently discussed the recently released Star Wars Outlaws gameplay footage and character reveal. The crew also ponders Skeleton Crew and learns about 80's movies from Wes.

• The Ultimate Guide to Star Wars Legends has been updated! If you’re looking for guidance with Star Wars Legends or where to continue your journey, we've got you covered. 

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