Overview
- Mark Hamill confirmed he will not reprise Luke Skywalker in any future Star Wars films, saying he “had his time” and prefers the franchise move on.
- His last major live-action appearance was as a Force ghost in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019), with brief digital de-aging cameos in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett.
- Hamill quipped he won’t return as a “naked Force ghost” after Luke left his robes behind in The Last Jedi, underscoring his decision to step away.
- He was unaware of the officially announced New Jedi Order project starring Daisy Ridley’s Rey, indicating Lucasfilm has not approached him about a return.
- Lucasfilm’s upcoming slate includes New Jedi Order, The Mandalorian & Grogu (2026) and Star Wars: Starfighter (2027), all designed to spotlight new heroes and storylines.