Complete your Star Wars collection with STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER, the final episode of the Skywalker Saga brought to life by Director J.J. Abrams. STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER arrives digitally in HD and 4K Ultra HD and via Movies Anywhere on March 17, two weeks before it lands physically in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on March 31. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win a Blu-ray copy of STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER, and continue reading for home activities to celebrate this final installment of the epic franchise.
STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER - the ninth and final episode in the Skywalker saga welcomed the return of original characters Luke Skywalker, General Leia Organa, Chewbacca, C-3PO, R2-D2, Emperor Palpatine and Lando Calrissian, along with the latest generation of heroes and villains, including Rey, Finn, Poe, BB-8, Maz, Rose, General Hux and Kylo Ren. Newcomers include Jannah, a new ally of the Resistance; Allegiant General Pryde of the First Order; and smuggler Zorii Bliss.
To celebrate the release of STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER, The Art of Fatherhood has created a step-by-step guide to creating your own X-Wing, the perfect activity to do with your kids while practicing social distancing! Check out the instructions below and make your own X-Wing while watching the film (click on the image for a larger version).
So what’s your favorite moment of the Skywalker saga (on screen or off-screen)? Let us know in the comments below, and you could WIN this Blu-ray copy of STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER. For me, I can’t narrow it down to one moment, it’s a tie. First is my Dad taking me to see the original Star Wars in 1977 in the theater, and getting sucked into this world as the opening Star Destroyer ominiously crept overhead. Second, taking my two daughters and wife to see Star Wars: The Force Awakens in the theater on opening day. This was the first time we could all watch a Star Wars movie in the theater, and I was thrilled to see my kids as excited as I was nearly 40 years ago.
Bonus material includes a feature-length, making-of documentary, which goes behind the scenes with the cast and filmmakers from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and explores the legacy of the Skywalker saga. Bonus features also dig into the film’s Pasaana desert scenes, including the thrilling landspeeder chase, and the ship in which Rey discovers family secrets as well as a new little droid named D-O. Plus, fans will hear from Warwick Davis, who reprises his role as Wicket the Ewok, as well as the creature effects team that created a record 584 creatures and droids for the film. Digital consumers will receive an exclusive feature highlighting legendary composer John Williams, who has scored every episode in the Skywalker saga.
Bonus features include:
- The Skywalker Legacy – The story lives forever in this feature-length documentary that charts the making of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
- Pasaana Pursuit: Creating the Speeder Chase – Dive into the making of the movie’s epic landspeeder chase and discover how this spectacular sequence was brought to the screen.
- Aliens in the Desert – See what it took to create the Pasaana desert scenes, from the sheer scale and complexity of the shoot to its colorful details.
- D-O: Key to the Past – Explore the ship that connects Rey to the mystery of her missing parents and get to know the galaxy’s newest, irresistible droid.
- Warwick & Son – Warwick Davis, who played Wicket in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, dons the Ewok costume once more; this time joined by his son Harrison.
- Cast of Creatures – The team behind the film’s memorable creatures reveal the puppetry, makeup, prosthetics and digital magic that bring them to life!
Digital Exclusive:
- The Maestro’s Finale – Composer John Williams reflects on his body of work for the Star Wars saga and shares insights on scoring Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.
Wow, John Williams performed 3 songs to wrap up the 40th Anniversary of #StarWars panel at #StarWarsCelebration. Goosebumps! #SWCO pic.twitter.com/nPwSh1w2Sn
— Dave Parfitt (@AdventuresByDad) April 13, 2017
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Favorite memory from the Skywalker Saga — When Luke is training with Yoda. It’s hilarious, world-building and character-building all at the same time.
My favorite Star Wars memory is waiting outside to buy tickets and see The Phantom Menace. It was a fun night.
There are more than a few great Skywalker Saga moments. But a favorite is the Luke Skywalker vs Darth Vader fight sequence.
How could I not say it is when Yoda lifts the x-wing. Star Wars on VHS tapes is how I grew up.
When Anakin embraces the Dark side of the Force and fulfills his destiny to become Darth Vader
The introduction of BB-8. I love the droids.
Watching the original Star Wars opening weekend. Then, bringing my siblings back the next weekend to see it.