Summary

Luke Skywalkerhas undoubtedly been an essential part ofStar Warsfrom the very beginning of the franchise , but I do n’t think Luke ( or Mark Hamill ) will be back inStar Wars’upcoming movies — and that ’s credibly for the best . Luke Skywalker is easily one ofStar Wars’best fiber . Not only is Luke one of the enfranchisement ’s original heroes , but he is also one ofStar Wars’most powerful Jedi . In fact , in a way , he isStar Wars’first true Jedi chronologically , as neither Obi - Wan Kenobi nor Master Yoda were at their full potential during the original trilogy .

Nevertheless , much has change inStar Warsmovies and boob tube appearance , and , as the dealership continue to explore novel earned run average oftheStar Warstimeline , it ’s become less unclouded how the Skywalker Saga and its major players tally into newer projects . In fact , this has become particularly complicated in light of show likeThe Mandalorian , The Book of Boba Fett , andAhsoka , which take billet during the New Republic earned run average , when Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa were very involved . Now , Star Warsmust address this issue directly in its upcomingThe Mandalorian & Grogumovie .

The Mandalorian ’s story will continue with a Star Wars flick . Here ’s everything we experience about the project , including cast , liberation , and timeline .

The Mandalorian and Grogu imagery with Din Djarin and Grogu flying

Luke Skywalker Is A Crucial Part Of The Mandalorian Era

As mentioned , Luke Skywalker was quite active during the Mandalorian era . Not only was he install his Jedi Temple at this time , as show in bothThe MandalorianandThe Book of Boba Fett , but he doubtless would have play a major role in picking up the pieces of the galaxy once the Empire fell . In fact , in this era , he also would have been an essential support to his babe , Leia Organa , who was massively influential in establishing the New Republic .

It would be quite unmatched for Luke not to be a part ofThe Mandalorian & Grogu .

In illumination of that , it would be quite odd for Luke not to be a part ofThe Mandalorian & Grogu . In fact , the picture seems prim up to seeGrand Admiral Thrawnattacking the galaxy alongside other Imperial remnants — a menace that would sure as shooting benefit from the assistance of Luke Skywalker . Despite that , it ’s unclear whether Luke Skywalker ( or Mark Hamill ) will come along in eitherThe Mandalorian & Groguor any other upcomingStar Warsshow or movie , andI think it ’s honorable he does n’t .

Diego Luna as Cassian Andor in Andor season 2

Mark Hamill Doesn’t Seem Keen To Return To Star Wars

Mark Hamill has never been unsure about voice his letdown with theStar Warssequel trilogy . In the geezerhood sinceStar Wars : The Force Awakenswas relinquish , he has made a numeral of very public jokes about Luke ’s absence seizure in the movie , his lack of lines , and the atrocious turn his character ’s story shoot in the trilogy . In fairness , Hamill is far from the only person with this popular opinion ; rather , the sequel faced major repercussion in expectant part because of the way the movies handle Luke Skywalker ’s electric discharge .

Mark Hamill has never been shy about voicing his disappointment with theStar Warssequel trilogy .

Despite those grievances , Hamill has continued to look inStar war . More latterly , he has had unbelievable cameos inThe MandalorianandThe Book of Boba Fett , and he has an approaching part role as Luke Skywalker inLEGO Star war : Rebuild the Galaxy . However , it ’s clear thatMark Hamill ’s sentiments aboutStar Warshave tilt since the continuation trilogy .

Emperor Palpatine laughing maniacally in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith.

In fact , at Fan Expo Chicago , during his panel , " Mark Hamill Live , " it was quite decipherable that Hamill was work to avoid questions aboutStar Wars , even making put-on about that matter being what the audience wanted to hear . Instead , Hamill focus on his other upcoming projection and his other anterior roles , avoiding mentioningRebuild the Galaxyaltogether . That is n’t to say that Hamill does n’t still loveStar Warsand its sports fan — he voiced both things during the panel — but it ’s clear that times have change .

Have We Seen The Last Of Live-Action Luke Skywalker?

Mark Hamill delighted viewers by having a cameo inThe Mandalorianseason 2 conclusion , and there was unbelievable franchise - broad fanfare about his return . However , that does n’t change the fact that Hamill ’s role in the next ofStar Warsremains unclear . The Mandalorian & Groguwill prove peculiarly interesting because it must address this issue head - on . Luke Skywalker would absolutely have been take in a fighting to maintain the Galax urceolata during that era , soStar Warsmust make a conclusion .

The Mandalorian & Grogumust either include Hamill , recast Luke , or offer some major exculpation for Luke ’s absence seizure .

Presumably , The Mandalorian & Grogumust either admit Hamill , recast Luke , or offer some major alibi for Luke ’s absence . Hopefully , it is n’t the latter , as that would reiterate the subsequence trilogy ’s mistakes . Regardless , it ’s more than time forStar Warsto grapple with what it mean if it ’s time for Mark Hamill to take the air away . Of course , that is something that only Mark Hamill andStar Warscan decide , but it ’s potential that live - action Luke Skywalker has already been see on CRT screen for the last time .

Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in the sequel trilogy to the left and in the original trilogy to the right

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Cast

The Mandalorian and Grogu is a Star Wars picture show directed by Jon Favreau that continues Disney+ ’s immensely democratic goggle box Show , The Mandalorian .

Luke Skywalker at the end of Star Wars The Force Awakens

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