Hayden Christensen’s return asAnakin Skywalker/Darth VaderinAhsokaseason 2has officially been confirmed in aStar Wars Celebration2025 panel including Dave Filoni, Rosario Dawson, and Hayden Christensen.Ahsokaseason 2 is among the most highly anticipated ofStar Warsupcoming TV shows, and there has been plenty of speculation aboutcharacters who could appear inAhsokaseason 2. Now, Dave Filoni himself has provided direct confirmation ofAhsokaseason 2’s cast.
In fact, during this panel, not only was it confirmed thatHayden Christensen will be returning as Anakin Skywalker inAhsokaseason 2, but also, a host of other major (and several very unexpected) characters will be joining him as well. Among those names are Admiral Ackbar and Zeb Orrelios, who was a major part of the Ghost crew inStar Wars Rebelsbut was missing fromAhsokaseason 1. Although Christensen’s exact role inAhsokaseason 2 remains unknown for now, this is exactly the news many were hoping to hear.
What Hayden Christensen’s Return Means For Star Wars
This Is An Incredible Continuation Of The Character AND The Actor’s Legacy
As mentioned, the specifics of Hayden Christensen’s role as Anakin Skywalker inAhsokaseason 2 are yet to be revealed. No matter the story, though,Hayden Christensen’s return inAhsokaseason 2 is a brilliant update for both Anakin the character and Christensen the actor.Anakin Skywalker’sStar Warstimelinehas become increasingly important as the franchise has gone on, and it’s clear that his influence persists even now.
What is particularly exciting about this opportunity isAhsokaseason 2’s place intheStar Warstimeline. This era sees Anakin as a fully redeemed Force Ghost, which not only means getting to see an entirely new version of Anakin but also arguably means he is at his most powerful. Getting to see Anakin’s story explored in this light is truly what the character and Christensen both deserve.
Getting to see Anakin’s story explored in this light is truly what the character and Christensen both deserve.
Our Take On Hayden Christensen’s Return As Anakin Skywalker
This Is The Exact Star Wars News I’ve Been Waiting For
Of all the thrilling announcements at Star Wars Celebration,this was the specific news I was hoping to hear confirmed this weekend. There have been so many hints of late that Christensen would be making a return toStar Wars, and aftertheAhsokaseason 1 finale,Ahsokaseason 2 was the obvious best fit. While I’m holding out hope even this appearance won’t be Christensen’s last inStar Wars, I am beyond thrilled to get this confirmation.
This announcement also comes on the heels ofStar Warsannouncing brand-new stories, such as Shawn Levy’s movie,Star Wars: Starfighter, which is confirmed to be a standalone movie starring Ryan Gosling. This just proves thatStar Warsis learning to balance both the nostalgic/beloved old and the innovative and exciting new—something the franchise has long needed. This incredible Star Wars Celebration 2025 announcement thatAnakin Skywalkeractor Hayden Christensen is returning toStar WarsinAhsokaseason 2 truly is just what we were hoping to hear.
