Disney+ officially revealed the first teaser trailer for the upcoming Star Wars series Obi-Wan Kenobi, in which Ewan McGregor returns to reprise one of his most iconic roles.
Set after the events of Revenge of the Sith, the series follows the titular character watching after young Luke Skywalker after he brought him to Tatooine. Ewan McGregor played the role of younger Obi-Wan Kenobi in George Lucas’ prequel trilogy between 1999 and 2005. McGregor’s portrayal of the character was widely praised by fans and they wanted some sort of spin-off centered on McGregor’s Obi-Wan. Now, that wish was finally granted. It is expected that this series will fill the timeline gap between Episode III and Episode IV.
In the Star Wars prequel trilogy, we watched the path of Obi-Wan who started as a student to Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn, and later he became a Jedi Master to young Anakin Skywalker, who later became the legendary villain Darth Vader. Hayden Christensen will also return as Vader in this series, and he will also reprise the role in the upcoming spin-off series Ahsoka, in which Rosario Dawson will return as the titular character. It will be interesting to see how will Christensen portray Vader now considering this is all set after he was put in that armor.
Check the official teaser trailer down below:
“Ewan McGregor returns in the iconic role of Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi for a special event series on Disney+. Officially titled Obi-Wan Kenobi, the series begins 10 years after the dramatic events of “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” where he faced his greatest defeat, the downfall and corruption of his best friend, and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker turned evil Sith Lord Darth Vader. The series is directed by Deborah Chow, who helmed memorable episodes of “The Mandalorian,” Season 1, and features the return of Hayden Christensen as Darth Vader.” — Obi-Wan Kenobi, official synopsis
Written by Joby Harold, and directed by Deborah Chow, Obi-Wan Kenobi is set to premiere on May 25, 2022, exclusively on Disney+.
