Rian Johnson Will Create All-New Star Wars Trilogy

The man behind "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" director Rian Johnson has been tabbed to create a whole new Star Wars trilogy separate from the current Skywalker saga. During today's 4th Quarter Earnings Call of the Walt Disney Company, President Bob Iger announced that Johnson would create the new trilogy. Here is the full release from StarWars.com:

For director Rian Johnson, Star Wars: The Last Jedi was just the beginning of his journey in a galaxy far, far away. 

Lucasfilm is excited to announce that Johnson will create a brand-new Star Wars trilogy, the first of which he is also set to write and direct, with longtime collaborator Ram Bergman onboard to produce.  

As writer-director of The Last Jedi, Johnson conceived and realized a powerful film of which Lucasfilm and Disney are immensely proud. In shepherding this new trilogy, which is separate from the episodic Skywalker saga, Johnson will introduce new characters from a corner of the galaxy that Star Wars lore has never before explored.
“We all loved working with Rian on The Last Jedi,” said Kathleen Kennedy, president of Lucasfilm. “He’s a creative force, and watching him craft The Last Jedi from start to finish was one of the great joys of my career. Rian will do amazing things with the blank canvas of this new trilogy.” 

“We had the time of our lives collaborating with Lucasfilm and Disney on The Last Jedi,” Johnson and Bergman said in a joint statement. “Star Wars is the greatest modern mythology and we feel very lucky to have contributed to it. We can’t wait to continue with this new series of films.” 

Johnson’s upcoming Star Wars: The Last Jedi arrives in U.S. theaters on Dec. 15, 2017.
No release dates have been set for the new films, and no porgs were available for comment.

 Are you excited about all the possibilities of a new Star Wars trilogy?

Source: StarWars.com

VIDEO: "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" Trailer Released

Well the trailer just dropped and it may just break the internet. Check it out below:

Once again "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" uses the force and jumps into theaters December 15, 2017.

New Disney Parks Blog Newsletter Launches; News about Last Jedi Trailer & Ticket Sales

New Disney Parks Blog Newsletter Launches:

A new sleek newsletter with new features was launched today by the Disney Parks Blog that will help improve fans experience the Disney Parks stories in a newsletter that fans already love.

It now has an easier layout for easier scanning with larger images that will highlight fans' favorite stories. The layout will also now snap to fit any size mobile device, tablet, or computer for a quick look at what is happening. Finally, you can now find it easier to explore a topic in detail by following links to the story on the Disney Parks Blog. 

You can sign up for the newsletter here on the newly redesigned signup page. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

News About the "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" Trailer and Ticket Sales:

Weeks ago it seemed that Mark Hamill revealed when the next "Last Jedi" trailer would be released. It does seem that he was right in that a new trailer for the next story in the saga will be released during Monday Night Football this coming Monday, October 9. It also appears that advance ticket sales will also begin on Monday. This has not been confirmed but it appears we will find out in just a few days as we wait.

"Star Wars: The Last Jedi" hits theaters on December 15, 2017.

Source: Star Wars News Net

New Star Wars Land Details Revealed, New Planet Stop for Star Tours Announced

Today at Star Wars Celebration, Walt Disney Imagineers along with Lucasfilm shared new details on Star Wars Land. We already knew that the land will be based off a planet never seen before in the Star Wars Universe. Today, they elaborated a little bit more on the new planet that lies somewhere on the Outer Rim lying on the edge of the Unknown Regions. 

The remote village was once a busy crossroads along the old sub-lightspeed trade routes, but the prominence of the outpost has been bypassed with the rise of hyperspace travel. Now home to those who prefer less attention, it has become a thriving port for smugglers, rogue traders and adventurers traveling between the frontier and uncharted space. It’s also a convenient safe-haven for others intent on avoiding the expanding reach of the First Order.

Check out the video that was shared during the presentation on just how immersive the land will take you into the Star Wars Universe.

That's not all as guests will be able to choose their reputation as they step aboard the Millennium Falcon. Here they will board the ship with their crew and they will be able to control their destiny and reputation in the planet with how well they commandeer the legendary ship. The First Order ride is said to be the most epic attraction that Walt Disney Imagineering has ever undertaken.

Both new and old characters will be encountered throughout the land. They have landed there from across the galaxy, preferring the "no questions asked" environment along with the easy access to exotic supplies and an abundant supply of ready rogues looking to join the crew for their next adventure. 

Star Wars Land will open sometime in 2019 in both Disneyland and Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios. More details should be coming in the next few months when the D23 Expo occurs in Anaheim in July.

New Planet Stop for Star Tours Announced:

That's not all that was announced as it was revealed that the planet stop based off "The Last Jedi" was revealed.

Tom Fitzgerald announced that #StarTours will be going to the planet Crait for #TheLastJedi. #SWCO pic.twitter.com/dpq48T8Qgu

— Inside the Magic (@InsideTheMagic) April 15, 2017

The planet guests will be visiting will be the mineral planet of Crait. The new stop should debut in late December 2017.

Carrie Fisher Won't Appear in Episode IX, First Trailer for "The Last Jedi", and More from Celebration

Carrie Fisher Will Not Appear in Episode IX:

For months since the passing of our beloved princess, Carrie Fisher, it has been speculated whether she would appear in Star Wars Episode IX. At first, it was said she definitely would not appear. In recent weeks leading up to Star Wars Celebration Orlando, her brother Todd revealed that she would be appearing in the final film of the saga.

However today, in an exclusive interview with ABC's Paula Faris, LucasFilm President Kathleen Kennedy revealed that Carrie Fisher will not appear in the film. Here is the part of the interview where Kennedy is asked about Fisher's role in the final film:

EXCLUSIVE: Lucasfilm President Kathy Kennedy says Carrie Fisher will NOT be in @StarWars Episode 9 as General Leia. #SWCO #TheLastJedi pic.twitter.com/gxH80QteYb

— Good Morning America (@GMA) April 14, 2017

First Poster and Trailer of "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" Released:

Finally, today the long awaited first trailer of "The Last Jedi" was released along with a new poster during Star Wars Celebration Orlando. Director Rian Johnson, LucasFilm President Kathleen Kennedy, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill showed off the trailer today during the amazing panel detailing the film. Here is the poster:

The poster shows off Rey holding a lightsaber up flashing with half of Luke's face and half of Kylo Ren's face. Now here is the trailer:

"Star Wars: The Last Jedi" hits theaters December 15, 2017.

Several Stills Released for "The Last Jedi" Revealed:

Also during today's panel several stills from the film were released, check them out below.

I am so excited for this film and I know most are just as excited. December cannot get here fast enough.

BB-8 Meet & Greet Coming to Star Wars Launch Bay

Yes, I am writing a blog just to announce this news because my obsession and a dream is finally coming true. A BB-8 meet and greet is coming to Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney's Hollywood Studios this Spring. 

BB-8 will appear in addition to Kylo Ren and Chewbacca, two characters from the Star Wars galaxy who guests regularly encounter at Star Wars Launch Bay. In addition to character greetings, the location also offers guests the chance to explore galleries full of treasured memorabilia and authentic replicas of large-scale Star Wars artifacts, including some from the latest film in the franchise, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.

I couldn't be more excited to finally be able to meet BB-8 although I am also heartbroken as I won't see him until next year as no visit is planned this year. Stay tuned as BB-8 will be making his debut in the coming weeks.

"Star Wars: The Last Jedi" is Official; List of NFL Pro Bowl Activities at Walt Disney World

"Star Wars: The Last Jedi" is the Official Title for Episode VIII:

We have waited months to hear the official title for Episode VIII of the Star Wars Saga. Today, it was finally revealed. Episode VIII of the saga will be called, "Star Wars: The Last Jedi." The film is due out this December. Here is the poster that was released with the announcement:

Here is the official announcement from LucasFilm and StarWars.com:

We have the greatest fans in this or any other galaxy. In appreciation of the fans, we wanted them to be the first to know the title of the next chapter in the Skywalker saga: STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI.

THE LAST JEDI is written and directed by Rian Johnson and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Ram Bergman and executive produced by J.J. Abrams, Jason McGatlin, and Tom Karnowski. 

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI is scheduled for release December 15, 2017.

List of NFL Pro Bowl Activities at Walt Disney World:

This weekend for the first time ever the NFL Pro Bowl is coming to Orlando. Beginning this Wednesday and leading up to Sunday's game there are tons of activities at Walt Disney World for fans to enjoy. Here is what fans can expect:

Wednesday, January 25th

2017 Pro Bowl Experience – ESPN Wide World of Sports – FREE – 10am to 6pm

• Disney Food Trucks – Enjoy selections from Disney’s theme parks and best restaurants in a “taste of the town” tailgate.
• EA SPORTS – Check out the EA SPORTS Madden NFL experience and get in the game with Madden NFL 17 and the free-to-play Madden NFL Mobile.
• Family Tailgate Photo Opp Presented by Ford Trucks – Snap a photo with your friends in front of an NFL tailgate set up
• Family Football Zone – An interactive area for kids and families to play together. Play catch in the field or take part in a range of football and tailgate-themed games.
• Long Snap Accuracy Challenge Presented by Verizon– Test your aim by long snapping footballs through a variety of obstacles.
• NFL Pro Bowl Trophy – Take a photo with the official NFL Pro Bowl Trophy.
• NFL Shop at Pro Bowl – Stop by for official NFL Pro Bowl merchandise and shop for your favorite NFL team gear at the NFL Shop trailer.
• Panini – Panini America, the exclusive physical trading card partner of the NFL, will give fans the opportunity to interact with their Panini Gridiron digital trading card app and make their own digital
  trading card. Fans can win packs of Panini NFL trading cards and get the Panini NFL Sticker Album.
• Run-A-Route – Test your wide receiver skills and run a see-and-react route to catch a pass down field.
• Touchdown Celebration GIF Booth presented by Aquafina – Immortalize your best touchdown celebration as a free, digital GIF.
• Wilson – Put yourself into the game with the Wilson X Connected Football, the world’s first smart football, get your very own Wx rating and find out how you stack up against your friends!

NFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 17) – FREE – 11:30am

AFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 16) – FREE – 11:45am

Special Olympics Flag Football Game – ESPN Wide World of Sports – 2pm to 3pm

USA 2017 Women’s World Football Games practice

• Practice #1 – 10:30am to 12:30pm
• Practice #2 – 3:45pm to 5:45pm

Pro Bowl Skills Showdown – ESPN Wide World of Sports – SOLD OUT – 12:30pm

Thursday, January 26th

2017 Pro Bowl Experience – ESPN Wide World of Sports – FREE – 10am to 6pm

AFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 17) – FREE – 9:45am

NFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 17) – FREE – 11:20am

USA 2017 Women’s World Football Games practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 29)

• Practice #3 – 10:45am to 12:30pm
• Practice #4 – 4:30pm to 6:30pm

NFL Play 60 Clinic – ESPN Wide World of Sports – 11:30am to 2pm

Organizations and schools taking part in the clinics include:

• Lake Asbury Elementary School
• Lakemont Elementary School
• City of Sanford: Westside Community Center

EA Sports: The Madden Bowl – ESPN Wide World of Sports – 3pm to 10pm

The Madden Bowl, the second EA Major Series event of the $1 Million Madden NFL 17 Championship Series, will bring together the top 16 players from across the country to compete during Pro Bowl Week.

Mike and Mike Show, ESPN Radio – Disney Springs – 6am to 10am

NFL Radio – Disney Springs – 3pm to 4pm

 Friday, January 27th

2017 Pro Bowl Experience – ESPN Wide World of Sports – FREE – 10am to 7pm

NFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 17) – FREE – 9:45am

AFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 17) – FREE – 11:20am

USA 2017 Women’s World Football Games practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 29)

• Practice #5 – 10:45am to 12:30pm

USA 2017 Women’s World Football Games – ESPN Wide World of Sprots (Field 29)

• Game #1 – 5pm to 8pm

EA Sports: The Madden Bowl – ESPN Wide World of Sports – 3pm to 10pm

Mike and Mike Show, ESPN Radio – Disney Springs – 6am to 10am

NFL Radio – Disney Springs – 3pm to 4pm

NFL Flag Championships – ESPN Wide World of Sports – 10am to 7:30pm

Sixty-four teams from across the country – eight regional champions in four divisions plus 32 at-large teams – will compete and each will represent a different NFL club. Divisions include 9-10 coed, 11-12 coed, 13-14 boys and 13-14 girls. NFL Pro Bowl players and Legends will serve as guest coaches, encouraging the teams as they compete for the national title. The 13-14 Boys Championship Game will be aired on ESPN on Sunday, Jan. 29 as part of the network’s broadcast of the Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium.

Pro Bowl Parade – Magic Kingdom – 2:30pm

The four Pro Bowl team captains will be joined by Mickey and his pals, as well as kids and families from Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), in the celebratory parade down Main Street U.S.A.

Pro Bowl 5k Packet Pickup – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Champion Stadium) – 10am to 2pm

Saturday, January 28th

2017 Pro Bowl Experience – ESPN Wide World of Sports – FREE – 10am to 7pm

AFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 17) – FREE – 9:45am

NFC team practice – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 16) – FREE – 10:00am

USA 2017 Women’s World Football Games – ESPN Wide World of Sports (Field 29)

• Game #2 – 12pm to 2:30pm (Field 17)
• Game #3 – 3:30pm to 6pm

EA Sports: The Madden Bowl – ESPN Wide World of Sports – 5pm to 10pm

Disney Springs Pro Bowl Bash – Disney Springs – 4pm to 7pm

Dancing, live radio broadcasts, NFL cheerleaders and team mascots await at the Disney Springs Pro Bowl Bash! Fans will receive giveaways and enjoy hours of free music from a Disney DJ. The Disney Springs Pro Bowl Bash will culminate with the Pro Bowl Dance Party.

Pro Bowl 5k Run – Epcot – 5am to 6:30am

North American Championship – ESPN Wide World of Sports – 5:30pm and 8:30pm

The North American Championship is a collaboration of the sport’s national governing bodies in each country, USA Football and Football Canada. The two U.S. National Teams encompass approximately 100 student-athletes spanning more than 20 states. The head coach of the U.S. Under-18 National Team is Matt Hennesy of Locust Grove (Okla.) High School. Kenny Sanchez of Las Vegas Bishop Gorman High School is the U.S. Under-19 National Team’s head coach.

Sunday, January 29th

2017 NFL Pro Bowl – Camping World Stadium – 8pm

 Source: Blog Mickey