Lucasfilm’s “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” the final installment in the epic, iconic franchise, will stream December 1, 2023, exclusively on Disney+. “Timeless Heroes,” a feature-length documentary which showcases the creation of the legendary swashbuckler, will debut simultaneously on Disney+. “Timeless Heroes,” directed by acclaimed documentary filmmaker Laurent Bouzereau, explores Harrison Ford’s enduring appeal and his upbringing, including his foray into the entertainment … [Read more...] about Lucasfilm’s Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny to stream December 1, 2023 exclusively on Disney+
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New Singapore HQ for Lucasfilm, Disney & ESPN opened
The award-winning Sandcrawler building officially opened on January 16 in a ceremony with Prime Minister of Singapore, Mr. Lee Hsien Loong, President of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy, and filmmaking legend George Lucas. The state-of-the-art building will be the regional headquarters for Lucasfilm Singapore, The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia) and ESPN Asia Pacific. With this world-class facility and the incredible talent housed within its gleaming glass walls, Lucasfilm Singapore will … [Read more...] about New Singapore HQ for Lucasfilm, Disney & ESPN opened
George Lucas wins first Emmy for “Clone Wars”
Los Angeles - George Lucas, the creator of the Star Warsseries, was presented the award by Carrie Fisher, star of his iconic films. The fifth season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars garnered an impressive seven nominations this year by the Academy including David Tennant for Outstanding Performer in an AnimatedProgramme for his performance as Huyang, as well as Outstanding Directing in an Animated Programme. Excellence in sound for The Clone Wars was also recognised with Kevin Kiner … [Read more...] about George Lucas wins first Emmy for “Clone Wars”
BREAKING: Lucasfilm kills Clone Wars and Star Wars Detours
Below is a statement issued by Lucasfilm Animation: "As we enter into an exciting new era focused on the next Star Wars trilogy, Lucasfilm has decided to pursue a new direction in animated programming. We are exploring a whole new Star Wars series set in a time period previously untouched in Star Wars films or television programming. You can expect more details in the months to come. As part of this shift, we have also made some key decisions affecting Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Lucasfilm kills Clone Wars and Star Wars Detours
Walt Disney to buy Lucasfilm for US$4bn
(Pictured: Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company; and George Lucas, Chairman and Founder of Lucasfilm) Burbank and San Francisco – The Walt Disney Company has agreed to acquire Lucasfilm Ltd. in a stock and cash transaction. Lucasfilm is 100% owned by Lucasfilm Chairman and Founder, George Lucas. It was also announced that Star Wars Episode 7 is targeted for release in 2015, with more feature films expected to continue the Star Wars franchise. … [Read more...] about Walt Disney to buy Lucasfilm for US$4bn
