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  • Everything Star Wars Coming in 2026
    Oct 5 2025

    Star Wars in 2026 looks stacked—and pivotal. Sage & Sydney break down everything we (actually) know and what it means for the next phase: the theatrical return with The Mandalorian & Grogu, where Ahsoka S2 might land, why Disney and Lucasfilm are shifting focus back to movies, and how animation—Maul: Shadow Lord and Visions S3—could quietly carry the torch. We discuss accessibility for casual theatergoers, the "Mandoverse" cleanup, timeline headaches (Thrawn vs. Palpatine setup), and why confident, story-first shows like Andor and Skeleton Crew should be the north star.

    Timestamps:
    0:00 – Intro: What does 2026 mean for Star Wars?
    0:24 – Quick rewind: 2024–2025 highlights (Acolyte, Skeleton Crew, Andor S2)
    0:55 – 2026 at a glance: films, live action, animation
    1:49 – The Mandalorian & Grogu: return to theaters and why it's "safe"
    2:34 – Season 4 repurposed? How we got here since Celebration 2023
    3:36 – Kicking off May 2026: expectations for Star Wars' big-screen comeback
    4:01 – TV → Movie: risks of the first-ever jump for a Star Wars series
    4:51 – Can Mando & Grogu work for casuals without homework?
    5:54 – The "funnel" problem: movies up top, everything else below
    6:48 – Ahsoka S2 outlook: loose ends, recasts, and pacing fears
    8:10 – Why Disney is de-prioritizing TV (and why that might help)
    9:45 – What "story-first" looks like: Andor & Skeleton Crew as models
    10:54 – Cash grab worries vs. opportunity to reset in theaters
    11:52 – What to wrap and what to leave open (please don't rush Thrawn)
    13:02 – Villain trouble: showing threat vs. telling it (Thrawn's challenge)
    14:26 – Timeline tangle: needing Palpatine setup without breaking Thrawn
    15:23 – Animation slate: Maul: Shadow Lord & Visions S3 (what we know)
    16:20 – Why animation keeps delivering (and live action wobbles)
    17:06 – Dates check: only Mando & Grogu is firm (May); others TBD
    17:35 – Wrap-up: hopes, worries, and what we'll watch for next

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    22 min
  • Let's talk about that Mandalorian and Grogu trailer
    Sep 25 2025

    The Mandalorian & Grogu — Official Trailer is here... Is this the triumphant theatrical return Star Wars deserves—or a repackaged Season 4 built in a boardroom? We analyze the visuals, tone, story setup (or lack thereof), character regression (Razor Crest back? disintegration rifle?!), and what this means for Din Djarin, Grogu, and Star Wars on the big screen after seven years away. We also talk creative direction under Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau, the "Volume" look vs. true cinematic scale, and why this trailer makes some fans worry about stakes, heart, and purpose. Plus: why we still have hope for future films like Starfighter and what Star Wars needs to do next to win back theaters—not just Disney+.

    If you're into Star Wars movies, Disney+ shows, and game tie-ins, this deep-dive reaction is for you.

    Timestamps:
    0:00 – Intro: Mandalorian & Grogu trailer reaction
    0:16 – "Official trailer" status & expectations
    0:30 – First impressions: trying not to be (too) negative
    1:01 – Repurposed Season 4? Why the trailer feels like a TV cut
    2:15 – "Spreadsheet turned into a movie": setup without a point
    3:02 – TV vs movie: where's the cinematic leap?
    4:11 – Seven years back to theaters… for this?
    5:00 – Visuals debate: pretty TV vs true theatrical quality
    5:41 – Lost grit: from dusty Western to candy-coated shine
    6:13 – Aimed at kids now? The Grogu-first pivot
    7:00 – What made S1–S2 work: the parent-child arc
    8:16 – The official synopsis (and why it disappoints)
    9:01 – "Now he's in Star Wars": losing the outsider mystique
    9:58 – Character regression: Razor Crest, rifle, reset
    11:11 – Theater vs streaming: why this feels Disney+ ready
    12:51 – Remembering S1's artistry and collaboration
    13:45 – S3, fan service, and ignoring earned moments
    14:49 – "Distract with cameos": the meme problem
    15:54 – Why we still love Star Wars: hope, heart, meaning
    16:45 – Looking ahead: cautious hope for Starf Fighter
    17:35 – Final takeaways & call for better creative choices
    18:00 – Outro & how to share your thoughts

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    If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place!

    With almost a decade of podcast experience and 350+ episodes, we're here to keep you up to date on everything going on in the Galaxy Far, Far Away!

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    19 min
  • The New Star Wars Movies Need to Get This Right… Theory Breakdown
    Sep 14 2025

    The future of Star Wars is at a crossroads. With The Mandalorian & Grogu movie already filmed and the surprising Starfighter project in production with a star-studded cast, what does this mean for the galaxy far, far away? Are Disney and Lucasfilm missing the heart of what makes Star Wars truly special—or are we seeing the dawn of a bold new era?

    Join hosts Sage and Sydney as they dive deep into the next phase of Star Wars movies, explore the seven-year gap since the last theatrical release, and break down what's working (and what's not) in the galaxy of TV shows, films, and storytelling decisions.

    If you love Star Wars movies, TV shows, and games, Star Wars Uplink is your home for thoughtful conversations and passionate analysis.

    Timestamps:
    0:00 – Introduction & the weight of Star Wars movie gaps
    0:44 – Looking back: gaps between trilogies
    1:30 – The Mandalorian & Grogu movie: excitement or cash grab?
    2:42 – Starfighter: cast, director, and why this feels different
    4:05 – Comparing TV spin-off films vs original stories
    5:20 – Why Season 3 of The Mandalorian lost its way
    6:18 – Is Starfighter the real future of Star Wars?
    7:20 – Have Lucasfilm & Disney lost the plot?
    9:01 – Is this the final chapter for The Mandalorian?
    10:18 – Pushing Star Wars forward beyond Skywalkers
    11:35 – Two visions of Star Wars: fan service vs experimentation
    13:01 – Why Andor and Skeleton Crew succeeded where others didn't
    14:22 – The problems with fan-service storytelling
    15:24 – Movies as the true pillars of Star Wars
    16:26 – Upcoming trilogies and timeline placement
    17:40 – Why Star Wars needs to move beyond interconnected cameos
    18:53 – Dave Filoni's role and the creative challenges
    19:56 – Lessons from Andor and critical success outside fan service
    21:01 – Final thoughts: Will Starf Fighter redefine Star Wars?

    ✨ Let us know your thoughts in the comments or at starwarsuplink.com — and as always, May the Force be with you.

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    If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place!

    With almost a decade of podcast experience and 350+ episodes, we're here to keep you up to date on everything going on in the Galaxy Far, Far Away!

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    22 min
  • What's Going On with This Rumor? Star Wars Theory
    Jul 13 2025

    In this episode of Star Wars Uplink, we're diving deep into the swirling Star Wars rumors surrounding a potential second season of Obi-Wan Kenobi. The first season split the fandom — from showcasing a broken Kenobi and a fearsome Vader to raising questions about canon, character arcs, and just how far fan service should go.

    We unpack:

    - Why the Obi-Wan Kenobi show was so divisive

    - What worked — and what didn't — in the story of Vader and Kenobi

    - The risks of rewriting canon for nostalgia's sake

    - What a second season could explore (and what it should avoid)

    - Whether this rumor is just smoke… or the start of something real

    Could Season 2 redeem the show's legacy — or break it further? Let's talk theories, possibilities, and the future of Star Wars storytelling.

    Drop your thoughts in the comments: Do you want to see Obi-Wan Kenobi return?

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    If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place!

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    We would highly appreciate any constructive feedback or review from you! Let us know in the comment section below, or on any of our socials! Our listeners are our priority, so we want to make the best content we possibly can! Please consider sharing the podcast with your family, friends, and followers. It would be highly appreciated! ❤️

    We hope you have a good rest of your day, and remember... May The Force Be With You.

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    13 min
  • The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Scares Me... Star Wars Theory
    Mar 22 2025

    The Mandalorian introduced a new look and feel for Star Wars that revolutionized the franchise in a way the sequels failed to. The show brought in new and old characters to the modern era, but has it overstayed its welcome? Is the upcoming movie the end of the Mando hype? It's possible…

    The force isn't strong with this one… The Mando and Grogu Movie thoughts ahead of Star Wars celebration
    We're going to have a whole panel dedicated to Mando and Grogu movie at SWCJ
    Details on the history of this show
    Storyline, Ratta the hutt getting kidnapped by clone wars era bounty hunter that Mando will have to fight, which will ultimately lead to what Thrawn is scheming at
    Clone Wars the movie the sequel?


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    If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place!

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    22 min
  • Andor is going to be the darkest Star Wars yet... Theory
    Mar 12 2025

    Season 1 of Andor took Star Wars to an entirely new realm when it comes to storytelling and depth in its world, and Season 2 is stepping things up, bringing what seems like the darkest story to the screen since order 66…

    Overall Andor S2 Check In:
    Thoughts on what we've seen
    Thoughts on the release schedule:
    April 22 — E1, E2, E3
    April 29 — E4, E5, E6
    May 6 — E7, E8, E9
    May 13 — E10, E11, E12
    Thoughts on the stakes:
    If I don't make you cry, I will be very unhappy.
    "That's been our attitude all the way through: not to be cynical, and to take it more seriously than anybody ever took it. Even while we're changing—some people feel as though it's changing a lot—but even while we're changing the grammar of what you can do, we're trying very rigorously to be more serious about this shit than anybody ever has been."

    Ghorman Massacre:

    "Ghorman, interestingly, is canonical but completely undescribed. It's a total blank slate.

    There's also a bit of confusion about the Ghorman Massacre, and what is the Ghorman Massacre? There's a lot of confusion within canon. So, it was an opportunity to rebuild in a really significant way. It's a very significant part of our show that can do a lot of different things for us. Quite honestly, it's very expensive to build, so we really want to use it as much as possible so it carries over five different episodes. I'm really confident that the really deep, passionate Star Wars community will appreciate how we've straightened out that story."

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    If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place!

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    23 min
  • The New Star Wars Movies are Gonna Be Weird and Crazy
    Jan 22 2025

    We haven't had a new star wars movie since 2019, almost 6 years ago at this point, but if all these rumors are to be believed that's gonna change and it's gonna be weird… especially the next 2

    Ryan Gosling Reported to Star in Shawn Levy's SW Movie
    https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/star-wars-ryan-gosling-in-talks-shawn-levys-1236084451/
    'Star Wars' Shocker: Ryan Gosling in Talks to Star in Shawn Levy's Movie (Exclusive)
    If the deal makes, this would send the project into hyperdrive after two years of development and make it the next 'Star Wars' movie to go into production.

    Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Details Kinda Suck
    Rumored leaked plot details for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu involve a familiar storyline from The Clone Wars.
    The main plot is expected to revolve around a mission to save Rotta the Hutt.
    Fans are upset about the repetitive story but the film is still likely to connect to a throughline in the "MandoVerse" shows.

    Timestamps:
    Intro: 00:00
    Overall Spoiler Free Thoughts: 00:24
    Spoiler Thoughts: 09:14


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    If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place!

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    18 min
  • I think they just ruined the planet… Star Wars Skeleton Crew Finale
    Jan 15 2025

    Skeleton Crew's final episode is here and it tied things up pretty nicely, not every theory came to pass, but we do have a crazy opening in the galaxy and its operations going forward…

    Timestamps:
    Intro: 00:00
    Overall Spoiler Free Thoughts: 00:22
    Spoiler Thoughts: 06:15

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    If you're looking for videos and podcasts on: The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, The Acolyte, The Book of Boba Fett, Obi Wan Kenobi, Bad Batch, Clone Wars, Rebels, Jedi Survivor, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Hunters, and every new Star Wars movie, you're at the right place!

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    21 min