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Mark Hamill Says J.J. Abrams Rejected a Luke, Han and Leia Reunion in the Sequel Trilogy

Hamill recounts that Abrams declined a brief scene, citing a narrative shift toward new protagonists.

Overview

  • Hamill says he asked for a short on-screen moment with Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher during production of The Force Awakens.
  • He recalls being told, "It's not Luke's story anymore," during The Hollywood Reporter's latest actor roundtable.
  • The original trio never shares a scene together in the sequel films, which foreground new leads such as Rey and Finn.
  • GamesRadar+ and Collider reported the remarks this week, presenting them as Hamill's recollection rather than a new statement from Abrams or Lucasfilm.
  • The comments have refocused debate on the creative choice to emphasize a new generation instead of staging a legacy reunion.