Breaking News: ‘Star Wars Episode VII’ Cast Officially Announced

Official 'Star Wars Episode VII' Cast Announcement

The cast for Star Wars Episode VII was officially announced today by Walt Disney Pictures and LucasFilm! As rumored, Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker), Harrison Ford (Han Solo), and Carrie Fisher (Leia Organa Solo) will be returning to defend a galaxy, far far away along with many newcomers including Andy Serkis and John Boyega. See who else will be returning and joining the cast on this next adventure after the break.  Continue reading

Disney Confirms J.J. Abrams as the Director for Star Wars Episode VII

J.J. Abrams Directs Star Wars Episode 7

After the mind blowing news that Walt Disney had purchased Lucasfilm, speculation on who the House of Mouse would choose to direct Star Wars Episode VII was top of mind for everywhere. It has now been confirmed that J.J. Abrams – yes, the director of the Star Trek reboot – will be the man of the hour. Disney is betting big on this director, hoping the force will live long and prosper. Continue reading

Disney Creates an Empire with the Acquisition of Lucasfilm for $4.05 Billion

Walt Disney Buys Lucasfilm

Pixar, ABC, Marvel Entertainment,  and now Lucasfilm all rest comfortably under the watchful eye of the House of Mouse – The Walt Disney Company also owns 80% of ESPN shares, 27% of Hulu, and has a 50% of A+E Networks. With this new acquisition, the Disney powerhouse has already made plans to release a new Star Wars trilogy beginning with Star Wars Episode VII set to release by 2015. Details and more after the break! Continue reading