Original Trilogy Elements Coming To Disneyland's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

On 1/15/2026 at 2:32 PM, Bespin refugee said:

Beginning April 29, 2026,Black Spire Outpostis expanding its timeline, introducing elements from theoriginal film trilogy. As a result, visitors to Batuu, the planet inside Star Wars: Galaxys Edge, may cross paths with a few familiar faces from Darth Vader and Imperial stormtroopers strutting through the streets to Han Solo and Chewbacca reuniting at the Millennium Falcon, all while John Williams iconic musical themes swirl through the air.

Here's hoping it's not forever before they just plain open it up to all eras of Star Wars. I love the storytelling they weave through Galaxy's Edge, but limiting it to any one era of the timeline always struck me as a misstep. I'm quite happy to see Prequel or Clone Wars characters there just as much as Original or Sequel Trilogy or any other spin-off eras.

STAR WARS: GALAXYS EDGE - ECHOES OF THE EMPIRE by Ethan Sacks, Jethro Morales and Roi Mercado, a new comic saga taking place on Batuu, the setting of Disney Parks Star Wars: Galaxys Edge, arrives in April.New York, NY January 15, 2026 Your next visit to Black Spire Outpost may feel different.Revealed yesterday, exciting new updates are coming toStar Wars: Galaxys Edgeat Disneyland. Beginning on April 29, theStar Wars-themed land will expand its storytelling timeline to incorporate elements of the original film trilogy including characters like Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker as well as new food and merchandise offerings. Marvel Comics will reveal the official story of the Empire and Rebels encounter on Batuu in STAR WARS: GALAXYS EDGE - ECHOES OF THE EMPIRE, a tie-in comic series launching in April. The five-issue saga will be written by Ethan Sacks, who penned the Galaxys Edge tie-in comic series back when the land first opened in 2019, and drawn by artists Jethro Morales and Roi Mercado.NEW SECRETS OF GALAXYS EDGE REVEALED!Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Chewbacca head to Batuu in search of important intel and stumble upon a dangerous relic one that puts them on a collision course with the Empire!Were returning to Batuu and we're bringing the biggest stars in theStar Warsgalaxy with us, Sacks said. A major new era is dawning atGalaxys Edgeand consider ECHOES OF THE EMPIRE a Holocron that reveals the secret story behind that experience. It's going to be epic and Jedi (drawing) Masters Roi Mercado and Jethro are making sure every page looks amazing.Check out Phil Notos main cover plus the first of Leinil Francis Yus character spotlight variant covers that will run on each issue and the first of E.M. Gists Mandalorian & Grogu Variant Covers that will be featured on variousStar Warstitles this April and May to celebrate the upcoming film. Preorder STAR WARS: GALAXYS EDGE ECHOES OF THE EMPIRE #1 at your local comic shop todaySTAR WARS: GALAXYS EDGE - ECHOES OF THE EMPIRE #1 (OF 5)Written by ETHAN SACKSArt by JETHRO MORALES & ROI MERCADOCover by PHIL NOTOCharacter Variant Cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YUMandalorian & Grogu Variant Cover by E.M. GISTOn Sale 4/22To find a comic shop near you, visitwww.comicshoplocator.comAbout MarvelMarvel is one of the worlds most prominent entertainment brands, built on an unparalleled library of iconic characters and stories that have shaped pop culture for 85 years. The Marvel brand spans entertainment, including film, television, publishing, licensing, games, live events, digital media, and more.For more information visitmarvel.com. 2026 MARVELSTAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. & TM Lucasfilm Ltd.

Beginning April 29, 2026,Black Spire Outpostis expanding its timeline, introducing elements from theoriginal film trilogy. As a result, visitors to Batuu, the planet inside Star Wars: Galaxys Edge, may cross paths with a few familiar faces from Darth Vader and Imperial stormtroopers strutting through the streets to Han Solo and Chewbacca reuniting at the Millennium Falcon, all while John Williams iconic musical themes swirl through the air.To celebrate the new updates Lucasfilm is teaming up with Marvel Comics to release a new tie-in comic series, revealing the backstory on how and why the Empire and the Rebels came to Batuu.Also,...Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Runis getting a brand-new mission beginning in May 2026, inviting you and your crew to team up with Mando and Grogu to track down Imperial officers and claim a bounty.(StarWars.com

Coinciding with the release ofhe Mandalorian And Grogumovie on May 22, 2026, Smugglers Run will debut a new mission featuring the two titular characters. Guests to Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disneyland, and Disneyland Paris may also soon catch a glimpse of some BDX droids, or maybe even an Anzellan named Auto, in the parks.(Disney Parks blog)

On 2/11/2025 at 4:20 PM, Bespin refugee said:

Star Tours The Adventures Continue - ''You can experience one of more than 250 storyline variations aboard the attraction, including a visit to the planet Seatos from the Ahsoka series. Urgent transmissions from Ahsoka Tano, Cassian Andor, Din Djarin and Grogu may also be part of your next Starspeeder flight.'

I do like the constantly updating aspect of Star Tours - just hope someone is able to film those things and post them to YouTube since I only get to the parks once every half-decade or so!

14 hours ago, Bespin refugee said:

Hey, it's Wewbacca the Cookie!

@DisneyParks on Xshares this clip, as wellas,another post teasing an announcement on February 10th, regarding this year's "Season of The Force. Be sure to check back next week as more information is revealed...

A Jedi... like his father before himpic.twitter.com/nbxXn8W1Zp

Disney Parks (@DisneyParks)February 7, 2025

Starting April 5th,Star Tours The Adventures Continueat Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort and Disneyland Paris will be updated with transmissions from Ahsoka, Cassian Andor and Din Djarin and Grogu. Youll also now have an opportunity to experience one of more than 250 storyline variations aboard the attraction, including a visit to the planet Peridea from theAhsokaseries.These updates will debut during Season of the Forceat Disneyland Resort starting AprilFor a limited time, now through June 2, you can also take a ride on Hyperspace Mountain, enjoy themed food and beverage, collect new merchandise and more. Also debuting during the Season of the Force festivities, you can watch a new fireworks display sweeping through spires of Star Wars: Galaxys Edge on select nights.(StarWars.com