Richard LeParmentier (1946 - 2013)
The Star Wars Underworld is saddened to report the passing of Classic Trilogy actor Richard LeParmentier, who played the celebrated role of the bold Imperial officer Admiral Motti in A New Hope. Mr....
View ArticleNew Star Wars Films Coming Every Summer Starting In 2015
By: Benjamin HartComingSoon.net is reporting that Lucasfilm and Disney announced at CinemaCon in Las Vegas that Star Wars Episode VII is slated for a Summer 2015 release date and it will be followed by...
View ArticleSWU Reviews - The Vintage Collection Weequay (VC107)
By: David DelgadoThe 107th figure in The Vintage Collection, labeled simply as "Weequay" (just like in the original vintage Kenner line), is easily one of the very best releases in this marvelous...
View ArticleCaption Contest Winners | 4/18/13
By: Benjamin HartOur Facebook fans had a lot to say about this photo of the Dark Lord of the Sith himself washing a car. Check out the hilarious results of this week's caption contest below:1st Place |...
View ArticleKathleen Kennedy Wins Pioneer Award at Cinema Con
By: Dominic JonesLucasfilm president and Star Wars Episode VII Executive Producer was honored this week at Cinema Con in Las Vegas with the prestigious Pioneer Award. Kennedy has had an incredible...
View ArticleThe Plastic Strikes Back - April 2013
If you missed it we apologise but the Plastic Strikes Back returns!Over the last three months production on our project has unfortunately slowed, in February there were constraints on my time due to...
View ArticleRumor: Kathleen Kennedy to Become Disney CEO in 2015
By: Dominic JonesFrom Amblin Entertainment to The Kennedy/Marshall Company to Lucasfilm to Disney? Could Disney CEO be the next stop on the incredible career path of Lucasfilm president Kathleen...
View ArticleThe SWU Podcast LIVE 11 | 4/17/13
On this episode of the Star Wars Underworld Podcast, Chris, Ben and Dominic are joined by filmmaker Eric Boggs to discuss his new project A Day in Limbo. They also break down the Star Wars:...
View ArticleThe SWU Podcast LIVE 12 | 4/24/13
On this episode of The Star Wars Underworld Podcast Chris, Ben and Dominic are joined by SWU Contributor and Geek Girl Radio Host Kat Kiele to discuss the incredible career of Lucasfilm President...
View ArticleCaption Contest Winners | 4/25/13
By: Benjamin HartHere we are once again with another caption contest! This week we have Anakin and Obi-Wan having a chat mid-duel on Mustafar. Check out what our Facebook fans think they're saying...
View ArticleDee Bradley Baker to Attend Star Wars Weekends
By: Dominic JonesClone Wars voice actor Dee Bradley Baker confirmed on Twitter yesterday that he will be attending the first weekend of Disney's Star Wars Weekends this year! Baker, who portrayed all...
View ArticleThe SWU Podcast LIVE with Blimey Cow
In this episode of The SWU Podcast recorded live, Chris, Ben, and Dominic talk with youtubers Josh and Kelli from Blimey Cow about their Star Wars fandom, future Star Wars films, and their aspirations...
View Article"Dawn of the Jedi: Into the Void" Micro Excerpt
By: Dominic JonesThe official Star Wars Books Facebook page has released a new micro excerpt from Tim Lebbon's upcoming novel Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi: Into the Void, which is due out on May 7, 2013...
View ArticleKathleen Kennedy Talks Episode VII with Screenslam
By: Dominic JonesRecently, Kathleen Kennedy spoke with Screenslam during Cinema Con. During the interview she touches on the secrecy surrounding Episode VII filming, J.J. Abrams, and taking over...
View ArticleRumor: Carrie Fisher "Confirms" her Episode VII Involvement (Again!)
By: Dominic JonesWhile Harrsion Ford and Mark Hamill have both seemingly been given a gag order after speaking out about their potential involvement in Star Wars Episode VII. Carrie Fisher, on the...
View ArticleMay the 4th: A SAGA IN THE STARS: A Tribute to a Galaxy Far, Far Away
By: Dominic JonesFans in the LA area are encouraged to check out this awesome event celebrating May the 4th. The event will feature over 60 artists displaying their art as well as fun events like a...
View ArticleNew Clone Wars Preview Clip
By: Dominic JonesAfter months of the #SaveTheCloneWars campaign, it's nice to have a little good news about Star Wars: The Clone Wars. While it's by no means the return of the series we were hoping...
View ArticleJ.J Abrams Thinks John Williams Will Score Episode VII
By: Benjamin HartSince the announcement of Episode VII last year many big questions have been raised, one of them being whether legendary composer John Williams will return to score the music for the...
View ArticleRumor: ILM to Open New Facility in London for Episode VII
By: Dominic JonesThe website The Wrap, who were the first to bring us the news that J.J. Abrams was directing Star Wars Episode VII, are now reporting that Industrial Light and Magic, the visual...
View ArticleStar Wars: The Clone Wars Nominated For 7 Daytime Emmy Awards
By Chris SeekellIt has been announced that the Star Wars: The Clone Wars series has been nominated for 7 awards in the 40th Annual Daytime Emmy's. The show has been nominated in the follow...
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