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The Waystation, your source for Star Wars news and rumors returns tonight! Join us LIVE at 9:00 PM Central as we dive into the latest headlines, rumors, and developments from a galaxy far, far away. Is Star Wars: Starfighter really the most expensive Star Wars movie ever made? Has Taika Waititi's Star Wars project finally been put on ice? And has Adam Driver officially closed the door on returning as Kylo Ren? We're discussing all that and more, including a new look at Ahsoka Season 2, an unexpected Star Wars Super Bowl crossover, and some interesting developments in Star Wars publishing and conventions. ON TONIGHT'S SHOW: MOVIES & TELEVISION Star Wars: Starfighter – With a reported $226.6 million production cost, is this the most expensive Star Wars movie ever made? Taika Waititi's Star Wars – Is the long-discussed project officially dead, or is there still hope? Ahsoka Season 2 – A newly surfaced image gives fans something new to speculate about. The Future of Kylo Ren – Adam Driver weighs in on whether he'll ever return to the role of Ben Solo. Star Wars Funday Football – Star Wars takes over Super Bowl Sunday with a special ESPN presentation on February 14! BOOKS & COMICS Ahsoka: A Novelization of Season One – S.T. Bende is bringing the Disney+ series to the page. But what's with that title? CONVENTIONS Rebel Scum Con 2027 – The convention returns July 9–11, 2027, at the Irving Convention Center in Texas. We'll discuss the event, ticket prices, and what fans can expect. As always, we want to hear YOUR thoughts! Join the live chat, share your theories, and help us separate the news from the rumors. LIVE TONIGHT AT 9:00 PM CENTRAL on YouTube and Instagram Subscribe to The Cantina Cast, turn on notifications, and join us for another conversation about everything happening in the Star Wars galaxy. THIS IS THE WAY! #StarWars #TheCantinaCast #StarWarsNews #StarWarsStarfighter #Ahsoka #KyloRen #StarWarsRumors #RebelScumCon

New York Comic Con 2026 delivered some BIG Star Wars announcements, and we're breaking down ALL the news, reveals, and surprises from NYCC! Albert and Chris return to The Cantina Cast to discuss everything coming out of New York Comic Con 2026, including some exciting developments surrounding Ahsoka Season 2, Ezra Bridger, Star Wars: Starfighter, and the upcoming 50th anniversary of Star Wars! From Dave Filoni returning to tell another chapter of Ezra Bridger's story to an expanding lineup of books and comics connected to the next Star Wars movie, there's plenty to unpack. But which announcements have us the most excited, and what might they reveal about the future of the galaxy far, far away? TONIGHT'S BIG TOPICS INCLUDE: 🔥 EZRA BRIDGER'S STORY CONTINUES! – Dave Filoni is bringing fans an untold chapter of Ezra's escape from Grand Admiral Thrawn in a new Ahsoka comic series! Could this reveal more about what happened before Ahsoka Season 2? 🚀 STAR WARS: STARFIGHTER EXPANDS! – A massive publishing lineup has been announced for the upcoming Ryan Gosling film! What might these new titles tell us about the characters, locations, and adventures awaiting us? 🌌 50 YEARS OF STAR WARS! – Lucasfilm is preparing to celebrate the 50th anniversary of A New Hope with new books, comics, collectibles, and more! 📚 NEW STORIES FROM A GALAXY FAR, FAR AWAY! – From Princess Leia's adventures after the Battle of Yavin to exciting new comic book projects, we're looking at the stories Lucasfilm has planned for 2027. ⚡ AND MUCH MORE! – New collectibles, unexpected announcements, and our biggest takeaways from NYCC 2026! Which announcement has YOU the most excited? Join the live chat and let us know what you think!

Note: This is a FULL Patreon episode we're releasing for FREE as a thank you to all of our audio listeners...enjoy!  Should they have stayed…or did George Lucas make the right call? Tonight, Albert and Chris return to Fix It or Order 66 It? and turn their attention to the deleted scenes from Star Wars: Episode I, The Phantom Menace! We're digging into the footage left on the cutting-room floor including Anakin's fight with Greedo, his farewell to Jira, Qui-Gon's encounter with Darth Maul's probe droid, the Waterfall Sequence, Dawn Before the Race, the extended Podrace sequences, the Air Taxi scene, and more. The original 2001 DVD featured seven completed deleted sequences, some of which were partially incorporated into later versions of the film. Which scenes add important character development or fix gaps in the story? Which ones give us a different perspective on Anakin, Qui-Gon and the events on Tatooine? And which ones were absolutely better left on the cutting-room floor? Albert and Chris watch it all, discuss it all, and include some extra TPM promo videos at the end!

Why Anakin STILL Needs to Teach Ahsoka | The Lesson Isn't Over Why has Anakin Skywalker returned as Ahsoka Tano's Master...and what does he still need to teach his former Padawan? Anakin's return in Ahsoka gave us one of the most important moments in their relationship: "Live…or die." But what if that wasn't the end of Anakin's lesson? Albert and Chris take a deep dive into Anakin and Ahsoka's relationship and ask whether Anakin has returned simply because Ahsoka needs her Master or because Anakin Skywalker still has unfinished business of his own.... Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

A forgotten piece of Lucasfilm history… and 30 minutes of RAW Return of the Jedi footage! Albert & Chris go back to the early 1980s to explore EditDroid, the groundbreaking nonlinear editing system developed by Lucasfilm that helped point the way toward the future of digital film editing. We'll also be dig into roughly 30 minutes of raw Return of the Jedi footage discovered on a LaserDisc associated with an EditDroid demonstration at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Convention in 1984. Alternate takes. Unfinished footage. Behind-the-scenes glimpses of Return of the Jedi before it became the movie we know. What exactly was EditDroid? Why was Return of the Jedi footage being used to demonstrate it? And what can this surviving LaserDisc tell us about how the film was made? Join us as we fire up the EditDroid and take a look at Return of the Jedi before the final cut in this week's Patreon Preview!  Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

It's happening! STAR WARS: EPISODE X is taking shape and the Skywalker Saga may not be over after all. Albert, Chris, and Kirsty are LIVE tonight to break down the huge reports surrounding the next chapter of Star Wars on the big screen. Jon Watts, director of the Tom Holland Spider-Man trilogy and co-creator of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, is attached to direct the first film in Simon Kinberg's new Star Wars trilogy, with Kinberg writing the screenplay. Daisy Ridley is also expected to return as Rey in some capacity. But that may not even be the biggest part of this story. The new films are once again being described as the next episodes of the "Skywalker Saga." What exactly does that mean? The Rise of Skywalker was marketed as the conclusion of the nine-film Skywalker Saga. So if Episode X really is continuing that saga, whose story are we continuing? Is Rey Skywalker the bridge between the first nine episodes and a completely new generation? Could other characters from the sequel trilogy return? And does calling this the "Skywalker Saga" give us our first real clue about what Episode X will actually be about? We dig into everything we know so far (who's writing, who's directing, who may be starring) and then get into our theories about where Episode X could take the story after The Rise of Skywalker... Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

Albert & Chris round out the original trilogy "Fix It or Order 66?" series of episodes with Return of the Jedi! What became of the "Lost Rebels"? What was Jerjerrod's conflict? And would Luke assembling his lightsaber on Tatooine have changed the build up and final lightsaber reveal? The guys answer all this and more this week's Patreon preview episode! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

Heading to Star Wars Celebration 2027 in Los Angeles and hoping to score autographs or photo ops with your favorite Star Wars celebrities? We've got you covered! Albert, Chris, and our SWC Crew return for Road to Celebration 2027, Part 4: Autos and Photos, breaking down the latest Star Wars celebrities announced for Celebration 2027 and everything you need to know about getting autographs and taking photos with the guests. Joining us will be members of the Star Wars Celebration Discord community and experienced Celebration veterans who have navigated autograph and photo-op lines at multiple Celebrations around the world. We'll start with the latest Star Wars Celebration 2027 guest announcements and take a look at who has been confirmed to sign autographs and take photos in Los Angeles. Then we're diving into how the entire autograph and photo-op experience works at Star Wars Celebration and why it can be VERY different from your typical regional convention. IN THIS EPISODE: • The latest Star Wars Celebration 2027 celebrity guest announcements • How Celebration autograph and photo-op tickets work • Buying tickets ahead of time vs. walking up at a convention • Assigned time slots and scheduling your day • What happens when celebrity appearances overlap or run behind • What we learned from Celebration Chicago, Anaheim, London, and Japan • Why autograph prices can be significantly higher at Celebration • Personalization fees and getting your own items signed • What the celebrity interaction is actually like • Why some autograph lines can feel like an assembly line • Author and book-signing opportunities at Celebration • What you should bring to get signed • Protecting and transporting autographs around the convention • Paint pens, signing supplies, and other practical tips • How many autograph sessions you should realistically schedule in one day • Whether Day 1 might be the perfect day to focus on autographs and photo ops • Our biggest tips for avoiding scheduling disasters and making the most of your Celebration experience We'll also compare the autograph experience at Celebration with smaller conventions and explain some of the factors that can contribute to Celebration's much higher autograph and photo-op prices. If Star Wars Celebration 2027 will be your first Celebration, this episode is designed to help you know what to expect BEFORE autograph and photo-op tickets go on sale. And if you're a Celebration veteran, join us and share your own experiences, tips, and autograph stories in the chat! LIVE RECORDING Tonight at 9:00 PM CT on YouTube and Instagram. This is Part 4 of our Road to Celebration 2027 series, following Albert, Chris, and the Cantina Cast crew on the road to Star Wars Celebration Los Angeles. Subscribe and follow along as we cover guest announcements, tickets, panels, exclusives, planning, travel, autographs, photo ops, and everything else you need to prepare for Star Wars Celebration 2027. What Star Wars celebrity is at the top of YOUR autograph or photo-op list? Let us know in the comments!  #StarWarsCelebration   #StarWarsCelebration2027   #SWC2027   #StarWars   #CantinaCast

Albert & Chris keep the original trilogy "Fix It or Order 66" going by analyzing all of the deleted scenes from The Empire Strikes Back next! Join the guys as they decide whether to keep (fix it) or kill (Order 66 it) these scenes and what they'd change if anything in this Patreon Preview! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

Back by popular demand, it's "Fix It...Or Order 66 It?" Join Albert & Chris in this Patreon Preview as they discuss and analyze the deleted scenes from A New Hope and weigh in on whether they should have stayed on the cutting room floor or not! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

We (well, Chris, anyway) spent TWO DAYS inside the Lucas Museum….original Star Wars costumes, an N-1 Starfighter, incredible art, exclusive merch, the Skywalker Grill…and one frustrating surprise. Here's what you need to know before visiting. Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

Is Darth Vader really the future of Star Wars or is it finally time for someone new to become the face of the galaxy? With Hayden Christensen returning as Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka Season 2, Albert and Kirsty ask what his resurgence means for the future of Star Wars. Should Anakin remain at the center of Star Wars and serve as a bridge for the next generation of fans or finally make room for someone new? Hosts @albertmpadilla @DarkKnightRebel Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

Albert & Chris finish out the Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire series with a full breakdown of issues 4 & 5 in this Patreon Preview. Han returns to the team after Return of the Jedi with a cameo from Hondo Ohnaka while Luke & Leia finally reveal what the ancient Force relic actually is! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

Albert & Chris return for a Patreon Preview of back-to-back episodes to finish out Echoes of the Empire written by Ethan Sacks. First up, is "Shadow of Batuu" showcasing Leia & Chewie followed by "The Battle for Black Spire" with Luke joining into the mix as they try recover an ancient relic strong in the Force before Vader does! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora

The Waystation returns tonight to get you caught up on all the latest Star Wars news and rumors! Join Albert, Chris, and Kirsty as they discuss Zero Company, the Spectres heading to SWC2027, Smugglers Gambit, Mando/Grogu physical media release, the Lego Executor, and more!  Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) @darkknightrebel Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Pandora Link: Pandora