Star Wars: Battlefront 2 In The Works

The next issue of PC Gamer magazine will have an exclusive look at Star Wars: Battlefront 2. As with before, it will be a team-based shooter, allowing you to play as a wide variety of characters and vehicles from Star Wars history. Star Wars: Battlefront 2 is scheduled to be released in North America this fall, for PC, PS2, and Xbox.

Return of the Empty Star Wars Box Campaign

Hasbro will sell 50,000 empty Star Wars action figure boxes at Wal-Marts on Saturday. When consumers buy these empty boxes they will really be buying a voucher they can later trade in for 4 Star Wars action figures (Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, R2D2 and Chewbacca).

Carrie Fisher to Reveal Star Wars Secrets

Fisher kept diaries while making the Star Wars movies in the 70s and 80s and is planning on writing them all up as a narrative.

LFL on Future of Star Wars

"We are looking into all kinds of things for the future," Steve Sansweet, Lucasfilm's Director of Content Management and Fan Relations, recently told Now Playing Magazine. "We're looking for television clearly: Animation [and] we are looking into live action television." "We will keep Star Wars alive and well as long as there is an audience, which we think is an indefinite horizon," he says.

'Sith' Darker Than Other 'Star Wars' Films

"It's just a much more emotional story, which is what happens because it is the climax of the first trilogy. And usually the first act is the introduction, the second act is introduction of the problem and the third act is the resolution. So this is where they get to resolve everything. Plus it gets to tie into the next film," Lucas told FOX News. "'I'm very happy — the film turned out very well. It's a bit of tearjerker ... it's very different from the other films. It's a bit darker," he added.

Star Wars: Labyrinth of Evil

James Luceno's fourth Star Wars novel, Labyrinth of Evil, chronicles Anakin Skywalker's tragic turn to the dark side. This book allows fans to explore the varied relationships, choices and emotions that lead him down that dark path.

Download Star Wars: Clone Wars Online

Clone Wars: Volume II aired on Cartoon Network this past week. The five new episodes show what happens in the events leading up to Revenge of the Sith. But if you don't have the cable channel or simply missed them, it's still possible to download them for free online. You can find them at Cartoon Network or StarWars.Com at these links http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/promos/200503_starwars/index.html & http://www.starwars.com/clonewars/microseries/chapter/ .

Star Wars: Clone Wars DVD Flows Seamlessly

The animated microseries fills in much of the action gaps between the last "Star Wars" movie, "Attack of the Clones," and the movie set to be released May 19, "Revenge of the Sith." "CloneWars" originally aired in fall 2003 and spring 2004. The DVD allows the view to choose to watch a chapter at a time, or play all 20 chapters in a row. The transition between episodes is flawless, allowing the viewer to watch all 20 as one contiguous cartoon.

LEGO Star Wars: Gone Gold

LEGO Star Wars: The Video Game has Gone Gold. On April 2, 2005, the people of North America will experience the alignment of Earth's most fantastic epic movie series, Star Wars, with the greatest children's toy of all time, the LEGO, for the ultimate video game experience.

Star Wars Website Updated with Episode III Focus

Lucas has relaunched the official "Star Wars" website which now features a brand new front page and the extra larger version of the new trailer. The site is promoting the new film: Star Wars Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.

Lucasfilm Comments On "Star Wars" TV

"We will keep Star Wars alive and well as long as there is an audience, which we think is an indefinite horizon."

Star Wars: Clone Wars Animation Cels Available

For a limited time, StarWarsShop.com customers will be able to purchase one-of-a-kind production sketches, layouts, and hand-painted cels from Cartoon Network's award winning Star Wars: Clone Wars series.

Activision Has Star Wars PAL

Activision Europe confirmed today that it will be releasing the PS2 and Xbox versions of Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith for the European market. Check out the cool screen shots.

LEGO Star Wars Celebration III Competition

It's the first-ever tournament style LEGO Star Destroyer building contest. It will take place at Star Wars Celebration III in Indianapolis, IN on Friday, April 22. Everyone gets a Sith or Jedi t-shirt and a FREE LEGO Star Destroyer practice set. The winning team will receive a trophy, and each member of the winning team will receive a cool Darth Vader medallion.

What to Expect in Star Wars: Episode III

Galactic war, clone armies, political intrigue, lightsaber duels, speeder chases, Sith lords, Wookiees, and star destroyers, and Darth Vader – Episode III will have it all. The film starts at the climax of the Clone Wars, a series of campaigns covered in some detail by the animated TV series of the same name.

Star Wars Ring Tones and Characters

Cingular phone customers can now download ringtones and graphics from their favorite Star Wars character or movie.

New Book Showcases Star Wars Costumes

Dressing a Galaxy: The Costumes of Star Wars is a new book about the costumes used in the movies that were designed by Trisha Biggar. Look for the book this fall.

Last Star Wars to be 'Emotional'

Director George Lucas has described the next Star Wars movie as "Titanic in space" because it is more emotional than previous episodes. "It's a real tearjerker," Lucas told an audience at the ShoWest convention in Las Vegas.

Star Wars Goes 3D

George Lucas is such a fan of the latest 3-D technology that he is planning to remaster all of the "Star Wars" films for rerelease in 3-D

Star Wars: A Musical Journey

Two weeks before Revenge of the Sith is released, fans will be able to enjoy a 70-minute DVD which will 'take viewers on a musical and visual journey through all six films'. The new DVD will feature 16 brand new music videos set to selections from all six of John Williams' Star Wars film scores and put to a timeline taking viewers through the entire six films.

Skittles.com's Star Wars iPod

So the official Star Wars-themed iPod skin that Skittles.com is giving away as part of their "Hunt for Grievous" online game isn't so hot looking... Check out the picture.

Winnipeg to Premiere Star Wars Fan Film

The 90-minute movie follows four Jedi Knights as they strive to protect an endangered Empress from a mysterious Sith Assassin. Star Wars: The Evil Within will be shown at the Ramada Conference and Entertainment Centre on March 19th 2005, and is expected to be shown online in May 2005.Tickets are $5.00 and all proceeds from the film will be donated to the Winnipeg Humane Society. Ticket availability and more information can be found at www.theevilwithin.com or by calling 256-8120.

Review: Star Wars: Clone Wars V1

From the Cartoon Network, STAR WARS: CLONE WARS Volume 1 is a set of twenty 3-minute long animated vignettes telling the actual story of the Clone Wars which began in STAR WARS: EPISODE II and which will end in STAR WARS: EPISODE III. It fits into the continuity of the Star Wars universe and fills in the gap between the two movies.

Wild Finale for Star Wars Episode III ?

Ok so it's a review of a 2.5 minute movie trailer, BUT could the Force be with Star Wars again?

Cingular Customers Receive Content From Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith

Cingular is thrilled to drive this universal demand for Star Wars content to the wireless arena, giving more than 49 million Cingular customers access to a "Jabba"-sized collection of original mobile content.

Star Wars Revelations

For all you Star Wars fans out there, if you've been less than satisfied with the last two episodes of Star Wars, fear not. There is a new episode coming out soon -- but I'm not talking about Revenge of the Sith. On April 16th, 2005 the world will be blessed with a brand new episode, Star Wars Revelations. This is an independent film, completely put together by volunteers and organized by Panic Struck Productions, but don't let that fool you into thinking it is sub-par. Visit their website to view a trailer."

How to Be Darth Vader

A summary of the latest Darth Vader masks out there. There is a mask for every budget ranging from the kiddie Darth Vader Voice Changer from Hasbro ($30) to a Darth Vader 'Episode III' Helmet from Master Replicas ($899).

Review: Star Wars: Republic Commando

"You climb into the suit of No. 38, nicknamed "Boss," the leader of the Delta squad in the Republic's Clone Army. Because the emphasis of this game is on team play, you must complete missions by assigning commands to your three teammates: No. 40 ("Four-oh," aka "Fixer"), a computer whiz who can crack codes and descramble security systems; No. 07 ("Oh-seven," nicknamed "Sev"), a brutal warrior with a sense of humor; and No. 62 ("Six-two,") who is aptly referred to as "Scorch" as he is the explosives expert."

Clone Wars Volume II Exclusive Poster

Fans awaiting Volume II of Cartoon Network's Star Wars: Clone Wars this March can now celebrate the return of this groundbreaking series with an exclusive new poster available to the public only from StarWarsShop.com.

Star Wars Weekends 2005 Collectibles

Visitors to Disney-MGM Studios in Florida between May 20 and June 12 this year will be treated to a great lineup of special Star Wars Weekends merchandise created exclusively for this eagerly anticipated annual event. In addition to the planned activities, events, and celebrities (as outlined in this story here), guests will have the opportunity to shop for exclusive pins, posters, t-shirts, coins, and other collectibles in the whimsical Disney/Star Wars crossover tradition.

Star Wars: Clone Wars - Chapter 21

Episode/Chapter 21 begins with action, mellows out with some drama, and concludes with a moment of an almost mythical caliber of suspense. Watch out -- this review contains spoilers.

PC Demo of LEGO Star Wars Now Available for Download

This PC demo for Lego Star Wars lets you play as Obi-wan Kenobi or Qui-gon Jinn in the opening sequence from the The Phantom Menace. Coming in April 2005, the all new LEGO® Star Wars™ video game lets you become a true Jedi Knight as you battle against the dark side of the Force through all the fun, action and adventure of Episodes I to III. Compete in action packed lightsaber duels against Darth Maul, experience mind-blowing space battles in your starfighter, use the Force to construct - accessing secret areas and overcoming obstacles - and play as many favorite characters such as Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Yoda and more!

Final Star Wars Film to be Darkest Yet

Considering that this is the movie in which Anakin goes to the DARK side, it's not surprising that this movie is expected to be DARKER than the others. Lucas says of the movie, "[it] is much more dark ... more emotional. It's much more of a tragedy." He continued, "I don't think I would take a 5- or 6-year-old to this."

LEGO Star Wars Gallery

Check out screen shots of the playable characters you'll see in the upcoming LEGO Star Wars video game for the PS2. This game actually loks pretty cool. Not too fun, but pretty cool.

Star Wars Goes To Hell

Star Wars goes to Hell in its final episode and the trip may cost it a PG-13 rating -- the most mature rating of all 6 films.

Lucas Receives Galactic Achievement Award

George Lucas will be presented the "Galactic Achievement Award" on March 17 at the ShoWest convention in Las Vegas. Lucas was selected because of the enduring popularity of the Star Wars movie series.

The Final Star Wars Poster

View the final Star Wars theatrical poster illustrated by Drew Struzan. Expect to see these posters in theaters everywhere.

LEGO Star Wars Interview

A new video game available this April merges the world of LEGO and the world of Star Wars. Check out thie interview for why this game has such a wide audience and for cool screen shots of the little Yoda LEGO figures in action.

Star Wars Galaxies: Rage of the Wookiees

In May, players of Star Wars Galaxies will be able to download a massive expansion pack that adds some of the content from the movie to the popular online roleplaying world. The new expansion features the Wookiee planet of Kashyyyk. There are 100 new missions for players of all types on this Wookiee homeworld. Most revolve around the Wookiees' fight for freedom from their Imperial and Trandoshan predators.

Celebration at Celebration III -- Star Wars Party Saturday Night!

The party is Saturday, April 23, 2005 7:00 PM -- 11:00 PM Hall B, Indiana Convention Center. Admission is per person (kids under 6 years old are free), and includes commemorative souvenirs, game and amusement tickets, live music, and an entire evening of fun celebrating Star Wars with your fellow fans. COCKTAILS too! Limited tickets are available so if you don't want to be left out in the Hoth cold, sign up soon.

Review: Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic: Sith Lords

Read a review of the new Sith Lords game. It doesn't sound like it lives up to the original that was released about a year ago.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II for Xbox

Read a review of the new game for the Xbox. In the game you are a Jedi in a time when there are few Jedi left. The evil drak Sith are roaming free and you must defend truth and honor in the galaxy.

New Star Wars Pictures

Take a peek at secret new smuggled pictures from the new Star Wars movie.

Star Wars: Clone Wars - Volume One

The "micro-series" of animated episodes - each a few minutes long - for broadcast on the Cartoon Network and online via the Hyperspace fan club, the first volume of Star Wars: Clone Wars has been released. Read more about this series in the glowing review at ign.com.

Star Wars Promotions Launch on April 2 2005

On April 2, Revenge of the Sith's family of promo partners will launch some of the coolest merchandising tie-in promotions ever conceived for a Star Wars film. Breakfast cereals, kids meals, candies, soft drinks, ringtones, and much more stand ready to be received by fans, families and collectors. Partners include Burger King, Masterfoods, Pepsi, Cingular, Frito Lay and Kellogg's.

Star Wars: Musical Edition on Stage at Celebration III

Audiences can look forward to hearing a whole different sound from their favorite Star Wars characters. There will be songs, and maybe dances, everywhere from the Mos Eisley Cantina to the bridge of the Millennium Falcon.

Lucas to Cameo in Ep III?

It is rumored that George Lucas will have a cameo in STAR Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. No word yet on the Star Wars Kid...

"Star Wars 1937" Released

The "Star Wars 1937" movie is finished and available for download. It is a cheesy version of Star Wars done in the old pre-WWII serial style. It's kind of like Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow only on a (much) small budget.

Episode III Basically Done: Lucas

George Lucas told MTV that Episode III was basically finished and that Indy 4 was "on hold". Read how Lucas feels as the Star Wars saga draws to a close.

Star Wars Fan Club Members -- Have Breakfast With the Hosts of Celebration III!

Members of Hyperspace: The Official Star Wars Fan Club and their guests are invited to meet the celebrity hosts of Star Wars Celebration III on Friday, April 22 and Sunday, April 24 at the Fan Club Lounge in the Indiana Convention Center.

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith Q&A

Want to know the secrets of the game based on the long awaited Star Wars Episode III? Filefront has questions and answers about the new game based on the movie. Find out if Force Lightning made it into the game.

March 10: Star Wars Trailer

The trailer for "Star Wars: Episode III — Revenge of the Sith" will premiere during the March 10 episode of "The O.C" at 8pm on Fox. The trailer will be shown in theaters the next day on March 11.

Star Wars iPod?

Skittles is running a contest in which 100 Star Wars-themed iPods will be given away. Unfortunately, these are not official limited edition iPods, but iPods with a Star Wars iSkin.

Review of Star Wars: Republic Commando

More information about the upcoming game Star Wars: Republic Commando. In the game, you play the leader of a four-man team of Republic clone commandos who take out droids and a bunch of aliens.