Star Wars Bits: Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, Cal Kestis, The Star Wars Podcast Round-Up, Cad Bane, Galaxy's Edge, And More!

In this edition of Star Wars Bits:

• "Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return"
• First "Andor" Clip
• New "Star Wars Jedi" Books Revealed
• Marvel's Upcoming "Star Wars" Comics
• And More!

Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return

"Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return," a new documentary that chronicles the making of the Disney+ series, arrives on September 8 (Disney+ Day). The documentary will feature behind-the-scenes footage and new interviews with Ewan McGregor, Hayden Christensen, director Deborah Chow, and more. Check out the official trailer above!

First Andor Clip

Lucasfilm has released the first clip from "Andor," which you can check out above. Titled "Steal from the Empire," the clip shows the first meeting between Diego Luna's Cassian Andor and Stellen Skarsgård's Luthen Rael. The three-episode premiere begins streaming September 21 on Disney+.

New Star Wars Jedi Books Revealed

Lucasfilm recently announced two major book releases tied to the "Star Wars Jedi" game series. First, there's "Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars," a new novel by Sam Maggs that finds Order 66 survivor Cal Kestis leading the Mantis crew on an adventure set between "Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order" and the upcoming "Star Wars Jedi: Survivor." The book arrives March 7, 2023.

Secondly, Dark Horse's "The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor" will chronicle the development of the game, collecting concept art and commentary by its creators in an oversized, full-color hardcover book. "The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor" hits shelves May 2, 2023. Check out the official teaser for the highly-anticipated game below:

Marvel's Upcoming Star Wars Comics

In "Star Wars: Obi-Wan" #4, written by Christopher Cantwell and illustrated by Madibek Mesabekov, with a cover by Phil Noto, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Anakin Skywalker are selected for a secret mission during the Clone Wars. Check out StarWars.com for an exclusive preview of the upcoming comic, which hits shelves on August 31 and is available for pre-order now on ComiXology.

In other comics news, "Star Wars: Revelations," a special one-shot written by Marc Guggenheim, is set after "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back" and follows Darth Vader as he seeks out The Eye of Webbish Bog on Mustafar, a spider-like being that was initially set to appear in "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." The one-shot, which arrives in November, will also touch on the next big comics crossover event, "Star Wars: Hidden Empire."

Star Wars Podcast Round-Up

Blast Points Podcast's latest episode is all about National Public Radio's 1977 review of "Star Wars."

"In the summer of 1977, when the world had serious 'Star Wars' fever, noted film critic Tom Shales snuck out one of the most fascinating reviews of the original film on NPR. With just one viewing, he was able to make amazing observations about the film that people are still just catching up to almost 45 years later. Join us as we look at this wild and magical time and thoroughly analyze Tom's review line by line. What's spot on? What do we not quite agree with it? How does it make us look at the '77 'Star Wars' in new ways? PLUS: is 'Star Wars' the stoned movie you don't have to be stoned for?" Listen here.

Hosted by Gerry Cable and Scotty Jayro, The Bombadcast is all about positivity in the fandom and creating a connected community. In their most recent episode, the boys discuss the 1997 press event for the "The Star Wars Trilogy Special Edition." Listen here.

On Talking Bay 94, host Brandon Wainerdi interviews the cast of "Andor," including Diego Luna, Genevieve O'Reilly, Kyle Soller, and Denise Gough.

"This is a very special episode of Talking Bay 94. A couple of weeks ago, thanks to Lucasfilm, we got to participate in roundtable interviews with the cast of the upcoming Disney+ series, 'Andor.' We got about 20 minutes each with Diego Luna, Genevieve O'Reilly, Kyle Soller, and Denise Gough." Listen here.

On Skytalkers, Charlotte and Caitlin discuss the themes of "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story."

"With 'Andor' right around the corner, Caitlin and Charlotte revisit 2016's 'Rogue One' and talk about it through the lens of 3 different themes: Hate, Trust, and Redemption. In part one, we talk about hate, self-loathing, and righteous hatred. In part two, we talk about how trust has a domino-effect throughout the film and ultimately serves as the glue. Finally, in part three, we talk about how 'Rogue One' is a redemption story." Listen here.

Pink Milk is a podcast in which hosts (and husbands) Bryan and Tom talk "Star Wars" through a queer lens. They also had a chance to interview the cast of "Andor." Listen here.

The Resistance Broadcast is the official "Star Wars" podcast of Star Wars News Net. Check out their recent episode, in which they discuss the prospect of a second season of "The Book of Boba Fett" and the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" series that almost was. Listen here.

Join Silver and Cat on Into the Garbage Chute where they dumpster dive into every corner of the galaxy far, far away and the fandom it attracts. Check out their latest episode where they catch up with "Light & Magic" and "LEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation." Listen here.

Star Wars: The Princess And The Scoundrel Review

Jedi Novel Archive shares their review of "Star Wars: The Princess and the Scoundrel," the new novel by Beth Revis. 

Top Gun: Skywalker

Star Wars Explained has a great video showcasing just how much "Top Gun: Maverick" borrows from the "Star Wars" saga. 

Live Action Light & Magic

Ralph and James at Live Action Star Wars are doing a weekly review series of "Light & Magic," the six-part docuseries about Industrial Light & Magic, directed by Lawrence Kasdan. Check out their thoughts on Part 5, "Morfing," above.

Hot Toys Grand Inquisitor

Justin's Collection has a preview of Hot Toys Grand Inquisitor sixth-scale action figure from "Obi-Wan Kenobi."

LEGO Justifier

Tiago Catarino has a review of LEGO's The Justifier (#75323) - Cad Bane's starship from "Star Wars: The Bad Batch."

Toy Hunting At Galaxy's Edge

Landspeeder Luke has a new video where he goes toy hunting at Galaxy's Edge.

Mighty Jabba's Collection

Mighty Jabba's Collection details some recent additions to his stockpile of Hutt memorabilia.

This Week! In Star Wars

On This Week! in Star Wars, host Kristin Baver gives us the lowdown on all the latest news from that galaxy far, far away.

"This week in Star Wars, we get excited for a behind-the-scenes look at the 'Obi-Wan Kenobi' limited series with the newly announced documentary, 'Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return' coming to Disney+, go on a new adventure with Cal Kestis and the Mantis crew from 'Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order,' and prep for back to school with B2EM0. Plus, we countdown to the release of 'Andor' with a quick look into Cassian Andor."

George Lucas Making Star Wars Noises

And finally, as a little treat, here's a video of George Lucas making random "Star Wars" noises. Thank the maker, indeed!

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