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Mark Hamill to Depart Star Wars, Urges Focus on New Characters

The 73-year-old star says it is time for a new generation of heroes in a saga now refocusing on theatrical releases

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Overview

  • Hamill confirmed in a ComicBook interview that he will no longer portray Luke Skywalker in future Star Wars projects.
  • He expressed gratitude to George Lucas for launching his career during the franchise’s early, low-budget days and acknowledged its unexpected cultural impact.
  • The actor said the saga should concentrate on fresh characters rather than rely on returning legacy figures.
  • Hamill joked that he left his Jedi robe behind in The Last Jedi and ruled out any posthumous appearance as a disrobed Force spirit.
  • Disney plans to focus the franchise on big-screen film productions rather than streaming series.