Ewan McGregor 'is set to RETURN to Star Wars as he signs on to reprise his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi'... 14 years after he last appeared in the franchise
He last appeared in the epic space-opera media franchise 14 years ago as Anakin Skywalkers' Jedi Master Obi Wan-Kenobi.
And Ewan McGregor could be set to return to Star Wars, as rumours are swirling that he has signed on to reprise his role as the legendary character for a new project.
The actor, 48, who appeared in the second Star Wars trilogy and made his debut in The Phantom Menace, may make an announcement as early as next week.
Return Of The Jedi? Ewan McGregor could be set to return to Star Wars, as rumours are swirling that he has signed on to reprise his role as the legendary character for a new project
It is currently unclear what Ewan has allegedly signed up to, but speculation suggestions it may be a long-awaited Obi-Wan film or series.
The rumour mill has suggested this could mark the return of the Jedi, as it has been claimed it could be announced at the upcoming Disney D23 Expo, repots Cinelinx.
It has been long speculated that Ewan will say 'hello there' to the franchise once again, ever since Disney acquired the home to Star Wars, Lucasfilm, in 2013.
He's back? The actor, 48, who appeared in the second Star Wars trilogy and made his debut in The Phantom Menace, may make an announcement as early as next week
The speculation that Ewan may be set to return to the iconic film franchise sent fans into a frenzy, with many enthusiasts taking to Twitter to express their excitement.
One fan wrote: 'If the rumor about Ewan McGregor is true I'm GONNA SCREAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!'
While another stated that Ewan has always said he would be happy to return, saying: 'Ewan McGregor has never had anything but kind things to say about his experience in Star Wars...
'The award-winning actor has always been very clear he'd happily return if asked. I've always believed the craziest thing Disney could do is sleep on this fact. It's safe $.'
Reaction: It has been long speculated that Ewan will say 'hello there' to the franchise once again, ever since Disney acquired the home to Star Wars, Lucasfilm, in 2013
Other social media users chose to express their feelings with a variety of Star Wars memes from the Obi-Wan generation of films.
Another fan suggested that Ewan has even been roped in to direct a series as well as star in it and speculated that it would run on Disney's new streaming service.
One fanatic added that it is the perfect opportunity for Ewan to reprise his role as Obi-Wan due to the timescale of the films and his current age.
They said: 'He is the perfect age to play Obi-Wan Kenobi after dropping off Luke with aunt Beru and Uncle Owen! It’s literally what fans want more than anything!'
MailOnline have contacted representatives for Ewan and Lucasfilm.
Exciting! Other social media users chose to express their feelings with a variety of Star Wars memes from the Obi-Wan generation of films
Hello there! It is currently unclear what Ewan has allegedly signed up to, but speculation suggestions it may be a long-awaited Obi-Wan film or series
The chosen one! Throughout the three films, Ewan's character trained 'the chosen one' Anakin Skywalker in the ways of the Jedi, before the youngster eventually turned to the dark side to fulfil his destiny and become Darth Vader
In the Phantom Menace, Obi Wan was Jedi Master Qui Gon Jinn’s apprentice and helped rescue Queen Padme Amidala from an invasion of her home world by the trade federation in league with the evil Sith Lord Darth Sidious.
Although Qui Gon Jinn was defeated in a duel with Darth Maul, Obi-Wan avenged him and kept his promise to train who he believed was the chosen one.
Throughout the three films, Ewan's character trained 'the chosen one' Anakin Skywalker in the ways of the Jedi, before the youngster eventually turned to the dark side to fulfil his destiny and become Darth Vader.
Ewan's trilogy ends when he whisks Anakin's son Luke away to his home planet, Tattooine, where he keeps a watchful eye on him.
Perfect timing: One fanatic added that it is the perfect opportunity for Ewan to reprise his role as Obi-Wan due to the timescale of the films and his current age
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