Obi-Wan Kenobi was a central figure in the Skywalker Saga. The character was first portrayed by Sir Alec Guinness during Star Wars: A New Hope, but Master Jedi died during the film at the hands of Darth Vader. Obi-Wan returned later during the prequel trilogy, playing the character of Ewan McGregor in three films. In addition to these works, Obi-Wan also appeared in several Star Wars animated series, specifically Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels.
McGregor is set to return to the small screen as Master Jedi in his own Disney + series, exploring what happened a decade after his events. Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith. The exact details of the plot are still being kept secret, but it has been confirmed that Obi-Wan will be appearing in a rematch with his ex-boyfriend / padawan Anakin Skywalker, who is now Darth Vader.
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Now, before the series’ release, Disney + has revealed a special way to celebrate the character’s legacy.
Disney + Highlights Obi-Wan Kenobi
To celebrate Star Wars Day, Disney + has officially unveiled a special collection dedicated to Obi-Wan Kenobi entitled “Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi Collection” to prepare viewers for the upcoming series debut this month.
The collection includes Skywalker Saga works that contained Master Jedi, ranging from the prequel trilogy, animation, to Star Wars: A New Hope:
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A special basic art also serves as the background of the collection, showcasing the character development from the incredible portrayal of Ewan McGregor to the impressive debut of Sir Alec Guinness:
Another chapter of Obi-Wan Kenobi’s journey
This latest collection of Obi-Wan Kenobi stories throughout the Skywalker Saga is a fitting celebration of the character before his long-awaited return. It also gives casual fans enough time to prepare for the upcoming Disney + series.
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Marketing for Obi-Wan Kenobi has grown in recent weeks, with Lucasfilm recently revealing its full trailer before its release. This collection is part of the series’ promotional push and this is the studio’s way of reminding viewers what key works they need to understand its upcoming story.
In many ways, completing the entire collection should also offer a unique kind of viewing experience. Obi-Wan Kenobi, because there is a different level of understanding when it comes to the character’s complicated journey.
Overall, the presentation of a collection from Obi-Wan’s journey to Star Wars also gives fans the opportunity to relive Master Jedi’s influence throughout the epic.
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His first two episodes Obi-Wan Kenobi are scheduled to premiere on May 27.
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