You’re not going to believe this. But just 15 minutes ago, on his Facebook feed, George Takei announced that he will be starring in the upcoming Star Wars remake. Not only that, but he had a few newsworthy items to share about the upcoming sequel that the studio has not been sharing just yet. These include the name of the new film and when filming will begin.
Friends, I am thrilled to announce that I’ll be starring in the Star Wars reboot directed by JJ Abrams. I’ll be playing Master Ceti Maru, a member of the Jedi High Council. The new film, entitled “Star Wars: Galactic Empire,” is greenlit and will begin filming sometime early next year. It is truly a moment for The Star Alliance. Thanks to all my fans for their decades of support.
You may not think it, but even a little hint like the name of the film can tell you volumes. In this case, it would seem to confirm what Hamil has been saying, that the movie would be set in a time when the children of Han and Leia were growing up, a time where the Republic had been resurrected and was fighting the remnants of the Empire to take control of the Galaxy.
In addition, since he will be playing a Jedi Master, its clear that in this time period, the Jedi Order has been restored. So Luke won’t be the only one anymore. Perhaps he’ll just be the head honcho, which is a bit of a change-up ever since Yoda passed away. What’s more, Takei was sure to provided a little mockup photo to get fans in mind of what he would like sporting a Jedi robe and a lightsaber (I see he went with the Windu model). Excited yet? I know I am.
Addendum: It’s officially midnight, so Happy April Fool’s Day! George, you’re one mean SOB!
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It’s April fool’s Day 😦
There’s a very good chance he’s just having fun with all of us geeks….which sucks since I think he’d rock it 🙂
But where’s the joke? I admit the name sounded a bit trite, but nothing Lucas hasn’t done a million times. I can’t believe it! I won’t!
April Fools! 🙂
Keep it down, man! This is potential news right now, and I’m counting on it being real! 😉
Master Ceti Maru.. like “The Kobayashi Maru”??.. April Fool’s…
Good eye! Yeah, I’m thinking that’s where he took it from.
Going by the dates of the above comments it would seem an April Fool’s gag is bit premature, even if we Aussies have it earlier than you! This story seems very plausible IMHO. But what would I know? 😉
I know, I wanted it to be true too. But he has a history of doing this, like last year when he said Star Trek: Excelsior, which follows the exploits of Capt. Sulu and the USS Excelsior, has been green-lighted. Sounded plausible enough. Damn Takei and his believable jokes!
Come to the Dark Side, George! The outfits are so much cooler.
I hope it’s not a prank. I hope it’s real!