Today is July 30, 2025 and it’s another Collider Jedi Council hosted by Kristian Harloff, with Mark Ellis, John Campea and Tiffany Smith!
Darth Vader Confirmed forRogue One
Jedi Council is packed with a ton of news today with some especially HUGE news coming from the pages of Entertainment Weekly!Not only were there a bunch of new photos releasedforRogue Onebut all the character names and relationships were revealed including the confirmation that yes,Darth Vader will return to Star Wars;and will be voiced by none other thanJames Earl Jones!
Forest Whitaker’s Role inRogue OneRevealed
And with that report out of the way, the council then breaks down all the rest of the news in the Star Wars Universeincluding the reveal ofForest Whitaker’srole inRogue Onewhich ties directly to theClone Warsseries in which his character was introduced, officially tying the live action movies to the animated series!
Ben Mendelsohn on Keeping hisRogue OneRole a Secret
Then it’s on to a report about the villainousBen Mendelsohnwho talked about the secret he had to keep from everyone who asked about the role he was playing in theStar Warsstory. Of course, it’s not easy when you are a fan and want to tell the world! He also shared a fond childhood memory that involvedStar Warsbubble gum trading cards.
Bob Iger on Lucasfilm andRogue One
THR had a very interesting interview with Disney CEOBob Iger, with a very candid Iger discussing everything from competition with Comcast to his political aspirations after he steps down as CEO in 2018. And of course, about running Disney with Lucasfilm’s mega brandsStar WarsandIndiana Jones. He talked about whatKathleen Kennedydoes and how her contributions add to Disney’s successes. Iger also commented on whetherStar Warsfans should be concerned about theRogue Onereshoots, saying he’s seen the movie and it’s going to be good.
What’s the Deal with Canon?
Here now is the segment calledWhat’s the Deal with Canon– a discussion on everything in the world of canon that isn’t one of the movies be it Episodes orStar Wars’ Stories. “Canon” here include the tv shows, books, comics and video games.
A Short Time Ago, In a Tweet Far, Far Away…
Now we get to hear from you! The Council takes on all your Twitter questions you send in @ColliderVideo with the hashtag #ColliderJediCouncil.
This week, the Council answers questions on:
That will do it for this installment of Collider Jedi Council! Make sure you let all yourStar Warsfans know about this show! To get your questions answered on the show, make sure you follow @ColliderVideo and hashtag #ColliderJediCouncil. We will see you next time!
