Oscar Isaac Confirmed for Star Wars Celebration, Fueling Return Rumors

Excitement is building among Star Wars fans as Sequel Trilogy star Oscar Isaac is set to appear at Star Wars Celebration 2025 in Tokyo, happening from April 18 to 20. This announcement, made via the official Star Wars Celebration Instagram, has ignited speculation about the return of Poe Dameron to the beloved franchise. Fans are drawing parallels to Daisy Ridley's announcement at Star Wars Celebration 2023, where she revealed her involvement in a new film centered around Rey. Could Isaac be gearing up to make a similar announcement?

The Sequel Trilogy concluded in 2019 with "Star Wars: Episode 9 - The Rise of Skywalker," and Isaac's sentiments towards the franchise have been a rollercoaster. Initially expressing reluctance, stating he'd only return if he needed "another house or something," his stance softened by 2022. In an interview with Variety, he conveyed being "open to anything," suggesting a potential return to the galaxy far, far away.

Isaac has also voiced criticism towards Disney for rejecting his idea of a romantic storyline between Poe and Finn, played by John Boyega, citing the "overlords were not ready for that." Boyega, too, has had his ups and downs with the franchise, yet he's expressed openness to future roles. With this backdrop, there's growing speculation about the trio—Rey, Poe, and Finn—reuniting in the upcoming Rey-centric film, set 15 years post-"The Rise of Skywalker," where Rey endeavors to rebuild the Jedi Order.

Daisy Ridley has already shared her wish for Boyega to join her in the new project, and with Isaac completing the trio, his return seems plausible. While Star Wars Celebration 2025 might bring some clarity, fans might have to wait longer for concrete details. Disney has repeatedly delayed the announced Star Wars films, and the Rey film, directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, is eyeing a potential release on December 17, 2027.

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