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The Greatest Film Composer Ever Gets the Tribute He Deserves

STRIKE UP THE BAND

The new documentary “Music by John Williams” is a rapturous love letter to the man who wrote the soundtrack to modern pop culture: “Star Wars,” “Jaws,” “Superman,” and so much more.

Nick Schager | Published Nov 02, 2024

‘Star Wars’ Prequel ‘The Acolyte’ Is a $180M Waste of Time

BOMBS AWAY

Not even the offensively colossal budget for the hotly anticipated series makes up for a tepid story and bland surprises. This franchise is running on fumes.

Nick Schager | Published Jun 04, 2024

George Lucas Slams ‘All White’ Criticisms of Star Wars

‘THEY’RE ALL ALIENS!’

The “Star Wars” creator addressed remarks he’s heard over the years that the first six movies lacked diversity.

Eboni Boykin-Patterson | Published May 24, 2024

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The 101 Greatest Moments in the Entire ‘Star Wars’ Universe

THE FORCE IS STRONG

From the original trilogy to the new TV series and everything in between, here’s the definitive ranking of the most iconic scenes in the canon. May the force be with your debating.

Jack Francis | Published May 03, 2024

‘The Bad Batch’ Desperately Needs More Star Wars Energy

FALLING STAR

The end is nigh for “Clone Wars” visionary Dave Filoni’s latest trip to the galaxy far, far away.

Jesse Hassenger | Published Feb 21, 2024

Maybe It’s Time for Star Wars to Go Away Again

THE VERY LAST JEDI?

Between another round of frustrating fan backlash and lukewarm responses to new films and TV series, it might be time to send the franchise to a retirement home far, far away.

Joe Hoeffner | Published Jan 04, 2024

‘Ahsoka’ Is Most Fun If You’re a Major Star Wars Nerd

REBEL YELL

Star Wars fans with deep knowledge of galaxy lore—especially from “The Mandalorian” and “Star Wars Rebels”—will love the new series. The rest of us will be thankful for Wikipedia.

Nick Schager | Published Aug 22, 2023

Do We Really Need More ‘Star Wars’ Shows?

SEE/SKIP

A guide to the week’s best and worst TV shows and movies from The Daily Beast’s Obsessed critics.

Coleman Spilde | Published Mar 06, 2023

Harrison Ford’s De-Aged ‘Indiana Jones’ Will Terrify You

UNCANNY VALLEY

The first trailer for the new Indiana Jones movie is here, previewing action set pieces, Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s debut, and jarring digital technology used to make Ford look young.

Coleman Spilde | Published Dec 01, 2022

Star Wars’ Secret Weapon Pulls Back the Curtain

BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL

Lawrence Kasdan, who wrote “Empire Strikes Back,” “Return of the Jedi,” and “The Force Awakens,” talks his new Disney+ doc about the effects wizards at Industrial Light & Magic.

Nick Schager | Published Jul 28, 2022

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