Hasbro has sent word to folks attending Toy Fair next month that there will be quote:
“no toys based on Star Wars: The Force Awakens (Star Wars Episode VII) shown at Toy Fair this year.
Obviously, we know that there’s a huge amount of anticipation for Star Wars toys this year, and we wanted to be forthcoming about this as we know it might make a difference for some of you in regards to travel plans.
I received my latest issue of the Star Wars Insider today and was surprised to read that Revenge of the Sith will be making its theatrical 3D premiere during Celebration Anaheim in April. Attendees will be able to view the entire Prequel Trilogy in 3D (along with the Original Trilogy in non-3D) over the course of the four day event.
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DisneyXD subscribers can now watch the next episode of Star Wars Rebels via WatchDisneyXD.com or through the app. Path of the Jedi features Kanan training in a Jedi temple on Lothal as Ezra faces a challenge that will help him grow. This episode also includes the return of Yoda as voiced by Frank Oz.
Rebelscum has posted a link and image to a leaked photograph of five 6″ figures from The Force Awakens. The image gives us our first “real” full look at characters from the teaser and one shot of a familiar walking carpet. Spoiler warnings apply.
UPDATE: Image has been removed from Rebelscum per the request of HunterPR. Image is still available at the original link.
DisneyStore.com is offering 30% off select Star Wars merchandise that includes, plush, die cast, talking figures, clothing and more. Click on through to check out some last minute holiday gift ideas.
StitchKingdom has posted the discovery of a recently registered trademark thought to give clue to a new character for The Force Awakens. We won’t post the name here as to be sensitive to those wishing to stay spoiler free, but check it out if you’d like and then let us know what you think in the comments or forum.
This is an unconfirmed rumor at this point, so be wary off attaching too much to it.
StarWarsUnderworld.com has and exclusive report that Star Tours is currently working on expansion that will include elements from The Force Awakens. Head on over and listen to their podcast for the exclusives details!
Entertainment Weekly has just posted info many of us have been waiting for – the official (partial) names of new characters from The Force Awakens!Head on over to check out cool introductory trading cards that give a little background for each character.