The holidays are right around the corner, andLEGO Star Warsknows just how to celebrate. Disney has announced that more content from the galaxy far, far away is coming toYouTube Kids. TheLEGO Star Wars Holiday Specialis already available for streaming on the franchise’s channel on the platform. But next month will feature the arrival ofLEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy. The recent miniseries features a young character finding a powerful artifact that allows him to visit iconic locations and characters from theStar Warsfranchise — with a twist.
As the second season ofThe Mandalorianaired onDisney+a few years ago, the company decided to have some fun withThe LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special. The events of the animated presentationweren’t canon to the film series, allowing the studio tomake wild choiceswhen it comes to the premise of the special.The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Specialreunites Rey, Finn, Poe, Chewie, Rose, and the droids for a joyous feast on Life Day. Rey sets off on a new adventure with BB-8 to gain a deeper knowledge of the Force. At a mysterious Jedi Temple, she is hurled into a cross-timeline adventure through beloved moments in Star Wars cinematic history, coming into contact with Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Yoda, Obi-Wan, and other iconic heroes and villains from all nine Skywalker saga films.
The story was a bit different when it came to turningLEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxyinto a reality. ShowrunnersDan HernandezandBenji Samitwere given creative freedom to explore different corners of the galaxy far, far away. With cast members such asGaten Matarazzo,Tony Revolori,andMark Hamillhimself, it was easy for the miniseries to capture the imagination of even the most devoted fans of the franchise.
What Is Next for ‘Star Wars’?
The LEGO Star Wars Holiday SpecialandLEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxyare entertaining offerings that allow the entire family to enjoy stories for the youngest members of the audience, and the franchise is ready to make the jump to lightspeed with a range of upcoming titles. The premiere ofSkeleton Crewand a second season ofAndorare coming to Disney+ across the next few months. After that, the franchise is will return to the big screen with the release ofThe Mandalorian & Grogu. In the meantime, theLEGO Star Warsstories will ensure families have a wonderful time over the upcoming holidays.
LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxyis coming to YouTube Kids on December 5, butyou can read our review right now. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
The Lego Star Wars Holiday Special
Rey leaves her friends to prepare for Life Day as she sets off on an adventure to gain a deeper knowledge of the Force. At a mysterious temple, she is hurled into a cross-timeline adventure. Will she make it back in time for Life Day?
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