[aggregation-styles] San Francisco Chronicle Subscription Filmmaker George Lucas, creator of the “Star Wars” dynasty, has filed a lawsuit seeking to retain control over a slice of his property in San Anselmo that could be subject to a century-old real estate dispute. In the suit, filed in Marin County Superior Court...
Student Who Saved Classmates From Shooting Honored as Jedi
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A North Carolina college student hailed by police as a hero for preventing more injuries and deaths after a gunman opened fire in a classroom has now been immortalized as a Jedi by the production company for the Star Wars franchise. News outlets report the family of...
'Rise of Skywalker' Opens With $175.5 Million; 'Cats' Flops
NEW YORK — The Force was a little less strong with “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." J.J. Abrams' Skywalker finale couldn't match its recent predecessors on opening weekend, but it still amassed a $175.5 million debut that ranked as the third largest weekend of the year. “The Rise of...
Q&A: Anthony Daniels Talks Long Ride as C-3PO in 'Star Wars'
LOS ANGELES — Anthony Daniels went through a painful experience after not receiving the same amount of public recognition as other co-stars when the first “Star Wars” film was released in 1977. But in time, Daniels' C-3PO character became one of the most popular in the franchise and he's the...
Review: 'Rise of Skywalker' Is a Sour End to a Grand Saga
By AP Film Writer Jake Coyle Not much has caused a disturbance in the “Star Wars” galaxy quite like Rian Johnson’s “The Last Jedi,” an erratic but electric movie that, regardless of how you felt about it, was something worth arguing about. The same can’t be said for J. J. Abrams’...
Star Wars, Marvel Give Boost to Disney's Streaming Debut
NEW YORK — Disney will sprinkle its pixie dust on the streaming arena Tuesday, as its Disney Plus service debuts with an arsenal of marquee franchises including Marvel and Star Wars, original series with a built-in fan base and a cheap price to boot. The $7-a-month commercial-free service is poised...
Pilot Confirmed Dead in Lemoore Fighter Jet Crash in Death Valley
Authorities on Thursday confirmed the death of a pilot whose fighter jet from Naval Air Station Lemoore crashed in Death Valley National Park, injuring seven people who were at a scenic overlook where aviation enthusiasts routinely watch military aircraft speeding low through a chasm dubbed Star Wars Canyon. “The Navy has...
Aliens, Droids and Starships: New Star Wars Land Ready to Open
ANAHEIM — From animatronic aliens to droidprints in the ground, Disneyland's latest addition immerses visitors in a brand new locale in the "Star Wars" universe. Every detail of the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge land is meant to look and feel like it was plucked from a "Star Wars" film, whether...
‘Move Along’: Stormtroopers Ready for Star Wars Land Crowds
LOS ANGELES — Disneyland's new Galaxy's Edge attraction promises to transport visitors to a new locale in the Star Wars universe, but any who overstay their visit might not catch their ride on the Millennium Falcon. The theme park is expecting massive crowds when Galaxy's Edge opens May 31, and...
Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca in the ‘Star Wars’ films, dies at 74
LOS ANGELES — Peter Mayhew, the towering actor who donned a huge, furry costume to give life to the rugged-and-beloved character of Chewbacca in the original "Star Wars" trilogy and two other films, has died, his family said Thursday. Mayhew died at his home in north Texas on Tuesday, according...