The Star Wars Underworld Podcast

On this episode, Dominic and Ben celebrate Ahsoka Day! They look back on the character's journey through the years, what she means to Star Wars fans, and what might be in store for her in the future. They also discuss the origins of Ahsoka Day, taking a trip back to 2008 to look at how the world first met the character. Then, they debate whether Anakin actually appeared to Ahsoka in the World Between Worlds or if that was just a manifestation of her fears in season one of Ahsoka. Plus, what's the deal with the new "Smart Brick" Lego...

On this episode Ben, Chris and Dom are hyped to dive into the newly revealed trailer for Maul - Shadow Lord! They discuss their thoughts on the series' story, its intriguing time period, its stacked cast, and its breathtaking visuals. They also touch on Maul's story so far, from his resurrection in The Clone Wars to his time as a crime lord, and how that might inform his character in Shadow Lord. Plus, what's going on with the show's two-episodes-a-week release schedule, and how does everyone feel about it? And is Darth Talon really about to make a comeback...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Joel discuss the breaking news that Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan are succeeding Kathleen Kennedy as head of Lucasfilm. They discuss what Filoni and Brennan bring to their roles, and reflect on Kennedy's tenure as President. They also take a deep dive into Kennedy's exit interview with Deadline, discussing what we learn about the future and how it's informed by the past. Then, they talk about the changes coming to Galaxy's Edge in California, and what these moves say about Star Wars Land and its future. Plus, early Filoni memories, a deep...

On this episode Chris, Dom and Ben are back to celebrate a whole new year of Star Wars stories! From The Mandalorian And Grogu to Maul - Shadow Lord and Ahsoka Season Two, they discuss which projects they're most excited to see in 2026. And could this finally be the year Kathleen Kennedy bows out of Lucasfilm? They debate what the future of the franchise might look like under the leadership of Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan. Plus, how exactly did Palpatine/Sidious' duel identities work? And who will be the next "big bad" in the galaxy post-The Rise Of...

On this episode Dom, Ben and Hannah celebrate 10 years of Star Wars: The Force Awakens on the exact day the film turned a decade old. They reminisce about their first experiences watching it and share their updated thoughts on the film looking back. And they discuss some of the recent Star Wars news, including Starfighter wrapping production, and a further debrief of last week's big reveals of Galactic Racer and Fate Of The Old Republic. Plus, when did Palpatine find Exegol? Our best Snoke theories from back in the day, Ben and Dom revisit Star Wars Card Trader and...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the announcement of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, which broke just minutes before the show. They talk about how this game could build on and incorporate elements of the Knights of the Old Republic video games, and what it needs to do to modernize the series. Then, they discuss the return of the theatrical cut of Star Wars (1977) to theatres in 2027, as well as the evolution of the special editions over the years and how this compares to other recent re-releases of Star Wars movies. Then they are hit...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the latest updates about The Mandalorian and Grogu, The Acolyte, and Skeleton Crew. They start by discussing Jon Favreau's latest comments teasing his upcoming movie, and discuss whether the marketing for the movie is doing a good enough job building up excitement for Star Wars' return to theatres. Then they talk about Lesley Headland's recent comments about The Acolyte's cancellation, and what those remarks can tell us about the behind-the-scenes of making a Star Wars show for Disney now. And, then they celebrate Star Wars, picking up over twenty nominations at...

On this episode Dom, Ben and Hannah dive into all the latest and greatest bits of Star Wars news! They discuss Sigourney Weaver's comments about Lucasfilm's renewed approach to storytelling and how that might effect things going forward. They also touch on some updates from The Mandalorian And Grogu, including the reveal of the names of Grogu's Anazellen friends. Plus, Life Day celebrations are coming to Disney Parks, Oscar Isaac sets his demands for working with Disney again, and Star Wars: Starfighter just might be the first true stadalone Star Wars film. Furthermore, we eulogize Star Wars Insider and...

On this episode Ben, Dom and Chris are once again joined by Joel Davis from the Eye On Canon Podcast to discuss the remaining five shorts from Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3. They break down the wide range of tones and visuals, from the simple and heartwarming story of "Yuko's Treasure", to the bizarre and thought provoking visuals of "BLACK". Plus, what is the future of Visions? Should Star Wars take more risks? And Joel gives us the guys a crash course on Kingdom Hearts! Tune in for all of that and much more!   Join the S...

On this episode, Chris, Ben, and Dominic are joined by Joel Davis of the Eye on Canon Podcast and Din of the band F-105 to discuss the first four episodes of Star Wars: Visions Volume 3. They go in depth on "The Duel: Payback," "The Song of Four Winds," "The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope," and "The Bounty Hunters," discussing how these stories play off of and subvert our expectations about Star Wars and storytelling. They also dive deep into the true meaning of balance in Star Wars. Plus, the latest on The Hunt for Ben Solo, Hannah drops by...

The Hunt For Ben Solo?! On this episode Ben, Chris and Dom take on this week's big story about the Star Wars film that could have been. From Adam Driver's eagerness to return, to the story what the story might have been, and why Disney decided to axe it; they break it all down. Plus, Jeremy Allen White confirms who he is and what he'll be doing in The Mandalorian And Grogu, Laurence Fishbure is watching Star Wars Rebels, and which other Star Wars characters we think deserve their own movies. And don't you dare miss Dom's epic rant...

On this episode, Dominic and Ben discuss the latest Star Wars publishing reveals from New York Comic Con. They talk about the books finally returning to the sequel trilogy era, as well as the first-ever Star Wars romance novel. And they pay tribute to the legendary artist Drew Struzan. Then Chris joins the show to answer listener questions about the era between Episodes I and II, fancasting Mara Jade, and what makes Star Wars Star Wars. Plus, StarWars.com tells us what we should be for Halloween, more "Art of Books," and Jeremy Allen White talks Rotta the Hutt...

On this episode Dom, Ben and Hannah finally get a chance to dive into Lego Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy - Pieces Of The Past! The discuss the series' subtle brilliance in balancing drama and comedy, and they wonder why it wasn't released theatrically. Later Chris drops in to break down some of the latest Star Wars news, including the possibility of Cobb Vanth appearing in The Mandalorian And Grogu, more Ahsoka behind the scenes images, and a new Kyle Katarn figure with a familliar looking face. Plus, Dom wants live-action Star Wars: Visions and everyone hates that. And...

On this episode Ben and Chris tackle the latest and greatest pieces of Star Wars news, including that production on Ahsoka season two has officially wrapped. They also touch on Bryce Dallas Howard's recent comments and where Star Wars television might be headed next. Plus, what James Mangold's new Paramount deal might mean for his Star Wars future, and an exciting look inside the Lucas Museum Of Narrative Art. And is Amy Adams really going to be playing Mara Jade in Star Wars: Starfighter? Tune in as they attempt to answer that question and much more! Join...

On this episode, Chris, Ben and Dominic dive into the newly released trailers for The Mandalorian And Grogu and Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3. They break down all the exciting reveals from Mando And Grogu including buff Hutts, exploding AT-ATs and adorable Grogu shenanigans.  Furthermore they get hyped for Visions Volume 3 and its long awaited sequel episodes for The Duel, The Ninth Jedi and others. And it turns into a Podcast relay as Ben drops out, Dom leaves, and Hannah pops in! Plus, how finacially succesfully will The Mandalorian And Grogu be? And could it be the end of the M...

On this episode Hannah makes her triumphant return to join Ben in discuss some exciting news from the set of Star Wars: Starfighter! They analyze a new photo that was shared by director Shawn Levy featuring cast members in the middle of the Mediterranean. What will this unique location bring to the film, and how might it connect to other watery Star Wars stories? Plus, Andor's big win at the Emmys, and the full list of directors and Cinematographers for Ahsoka season two has finally been revealed. Furthermore, is it really that easy to buy a planet in Star...

On this episode Chris, Ben and Dominic discuss Andor's big wins at the Emmys! The series not only took home four awards for costumes, production design, editing and VFX, but it's also still in the running for more! What are its chances, and how much do these awards actually matter? Plus, do we ever get bored with Star Wars? What are our favorite pieces of unused concept art? Which other letters could be turned into starfighters? We'll answer all of these questions and a whole lot more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network DiscordSubscribe on...

On this episode, Dominic and Ben talk all things LEGO Star Wars! They discuss the newly revealed Death Star set, as well as the Gingerbread AT-AT set. They share their thoughts on the new sets, as well as their thoughts on the general state of Star Wars collecting and some of their earliest LEGO memories. Then, they talk about the debut of Darth Revan in Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy - Pieces of the Past, and whether this is a springboard to more Old Republic stories. Plus, they answer listener questions about creating their own Jedi character and...

On this episode Dom, Ben and Chris bask in the glory of some major breaking Star Wars news! Lucasfilm has officially revealed the cast and production team behind Star Wars: Starfighter along with the first behind the scenes image! Furthermore, Dom shares stories from his experience hosting two massive Star Wars panels at Fan Expo Canada, they tackle some comments from Ewan McGregor that set the internet on fire, as well as a big tease for Star Wars Visions Volume 3! Plus, did Captain Rex know Anakin became Vader? And how big of a splash will Star Wars make when...

On this episode Chris and Ben tackle the latest news, including Oscar Isaac's recent comments about returing to Star Wars; could Poe, somehow, be returning? They also talk about a new Audible Original featuring Rey, Bodhi Rook's Andor cameo near miss, and Simon Kinberg's inspiration for his Star Wars trilogy.  Plus, how the New Republic might deal with slavery, what the Rebellion was actually fighting for, and remembering the late, legendary Terrence Stamp and Chancellor Valorum's lasting impact on the Star Wars saga. Tune in for all that and so much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld N...