At Star Wars Celebration, fans received thrilling news: Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as Anakin Skywalker in Season 2 of *Ahsoka*. Although specifics about Anakin's role remain under wraps, the announcement promises more captivating interactions between Ahsoka and her former master.
Christensen made an appearance at the *Ahsoka* panel during the celebration, expressing his enthusiasm for returning to the iconic role. "It was a dream to get to do," he remarked. "The way they conceived how to do it was brilliant in getting to explore the World Between Worlds. I thought it was all really exciting."
Series creator Dave Filoni humorously noted the lengths he went to bring Christensen back as Anakin, saying he had to "invent entire dimensions to make it happen." Christensen also revealed engaging discussions with the team about Anakin's activities during the Clone Wars, expressing his eagerness to bring these stories to life in a live-action format. "All of this had been presented well in the animated world, but I was really excited to do that in live action," Christensen shared. "As much as I love the traditional Jedi robes I wore during the prequels, it was exciting to get to see Anakin with a new look."
Later in the panel, Filoni discussed how their shared history with George Lucas influenced their collaborative efforts to bring back Anakin. This collaboration allowed them to enhance their understanding of the character and deliver a comprehensive portrayal. "I always have George's voice in the back of my head saying, 'faster, more intense!'" Christensen added, reflecting on Lucas's impact on his performance.
For further insights, explore why *Ahsoka* serves as a powerful testament to Anakin Skywalker's legacy, get a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll in *Ahsoka* Season 2, and stay updated with all the major developments from *The Mandalorian & Grogu* and *Andor* panels.
