Series Description:
“Obi-Wan Kenobi” is a six-part miniseries that premiered on Disney+ on May 27, 2022. Set a decade after the events of “Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith,” the series follows Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, portrayed by Ewan McGregor, as he navigates life in exile on Tatooine. Tasked with watching over young Luke Skywalker, Obi-Wan is drawn into a perilous mission when Princess Leia Organa is kidnapped, compelling him to confront his past and his former apprentice, now the Sith Lord Darth Vader, played by Hayden Christensen.
Directed by Deborah Chow, the series delves into Obi-Wan’s internal struggles and the remnants of the Jedi Order under Imperial rule. It introduces new characters, such as Reva Sevander, the Third Sister, an ambitious Inquisitor determined to capture Obi-Wan. The narrative bridges the gap between the prequel and original trilogies, offering insights into Obi-Wan’s transformation from a war-weary Jedi to the wise hermit, Ben Kenobi.
The series received generally positive reviews, with praise for McGregor’s performance and the character-driven storyline. It garnered multiple accolades, including winning Best Limited Event Series for Streaming at the 47th Saturn Awards.
Additional Details:
- Official Page
- Year of Debut: 2022
- Type of Series: Live-Action
- TV Channel/Platform: Disney+
- Awards: Nominated Primetime Emmy
- IMDB Link
Cast:
- Ewan McGregor: Obi-Wan Kenobi
- Rupert Friend: the Grand Inquisitor
- Sung Kang: the Fifth Brother
- Moses Ingram: Reva Sevander / Third Sister
- Vivien Lyra Blair: Leia Organa
- Kumail Nanjiani: Haja Estree
- Hayden Christensen: Anakin Skywalker / Darth Vader
- Indira Varma: Tala Durith
- O’Shea Jackson Jr.: Kawlan Roken
- Benny Safdie: Nari
- Joel Edgerton: Owen Lars
- Bonnie Piesse: Beru Whitesun Lars
- Simone Kessell: Breha Organa
- Flea: Vect Nokru
- Jimmy Smits: Bail Organa
- Marisé Álvarez: Nyche Horn
- Rya Kihlstedt: the Fourth Sister
- Zach Braff voices Freck
- Maya Erskine: Sully
- Ian McDiarmid: Emperor Palpatine
Crew:
- Director: Deborah Chow
Show Trailer:
Related News:
- Ewan McGregor Says Disney & Lucasfilm Are “Exploring” Ideas For ‘Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Season 2, October 8, 2024
- Ewan McGregor still wants to return as Obi-Wan Kenobi again, so don’t rule out more adventures set before A New Hope, September 14, 2024
- ‘Andor,’ ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,’ and More Disney+ Series Coming to 4K UHD and Blu-ray, March 6, 2024
- Disney Entertainment Earns 163 Primetime Emmy® Award Nominations, June 12, 2023
- ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Season 2: Ewan McGregor ‘Hopes We Do Another,’ but Crew More Hesitant, June 23, 2022
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