Looking at Lucasfilm

Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga” dazzles at Disneyland (Ep 105 )

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by talking up Season Two of “Andor.”

They then closely examine the “Star Wars” -related panels & programming at this year’s WonderCon.

For this episode, listeners will learn about:

Which Cole Porter song features the line “ … what a swell party this is”
How many films based-on-Stephen-King-stories films will Mark Hamill be appearing in this year
Who was a last-minute replacement for Harrison Ford / stood in for this “Star Wars” veteran as a presenter at this year’s Academy Awards

Which film from the first “Star Wars” trilogy will be presented in its original form at this year’s British Film Institute Film on Film Festival

How many pieces are there in the new LEGO Star Wars set which then recreates Jango Fett’s Firespray Class Starship

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Snow Star, Season of the Force, and the Untold Story Behind the Star Wars Holiday Special (Ep. 104)

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode of Looking at Lucasfilm, Jim Hill and Brian Gaughan explore the wild intersections of Star Wars history, theme park updates, and forgotten Lucasfilm curiosities:

A closer look at Disney’s abandoned 1979 sci-fi project “Snow Star,” a reimagined Snow White set in space.
New budget details and storytelling ambitions behind The Mandalorian & Grogu film, debuting May 22, 2026—alongside a new Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ride film featuring Mando and Grogu.
WonderCon 2025 preview: Panels every Star Wars fan should catch, from trivia parties to cosplay and behind-the-scenes insights on Skeleton Crew and Kenobi.
A deep dive into Bruce Vilanch’s new memoir and how it unpacks the creation—and chaos—of the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special.

From scrapped film concepts to theme park expansions and the bizarre TV moments Lucasfilm would rather forget, this episode is packed with Star Wars storytelling both new and nostalgic.

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Ryan Gosling in Star Wars? The Future of Lucasfilm, Galactic Starcruiser, and Andor Season 2 (Ep. 103)

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 16:10:00 -0000

In this February 2025 episode of Looking at Lucasfilm, Jim Hill and Brian Gaughan cover the latest developments in the Star Wars universe and beyond:

Is Ryan Gosling joining the galaxy far, far away? A deep dive into Shawn Levy’s upcoming Star Wars movie and what it means for the franchise.
The surprising transformation of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser—how Disney Imagineering is repurposing the former hotel space.
Updates on Andor Season 2, why fans were left disappointed during the Super Bowl, and what to expect leading up to its April 2025 premiere.
The evolution of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, including Luke Skywalker's new role in Batuu and the upcoming nighttime projection show, Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga.
How the upcoming Rey film is shaping up, plus insights into Lucasfilm’s leadership shake-up with Derek Hoffman taking the reins.
Harrison Ford’s candid thoughts on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and the realities of Hollywood box office expectations.

From behind-the-scenes insights to theme park updates, this episode dives deep into what’s next for Lucasfilm. Join Jim and Brian for a lively discussion packed with news, history, and speculation.

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Skeleton Crew Reflections, Dawn of the Jedi, and the Unexpected Journey of David Lynch (Ep. 102)

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 12:10:00 -0000

In this episode of Looking at Lucasfilm, Jim Hill and Brian Gaughan dive into a mix of Lucasfilm updates, thought-provoking stories, and industry reflections:

A retrospective on Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, exploring its strengths, challenges, and future prospects.
Insights into James Mangold’s ambitious Dawn of the Jedi project, a sweeping tale exploring the origins of the Force.
The fascinating story of George Lucas’s attempt to recruit David Lynch for Return of the Jedi—and why Lynch ultimately said no.
Warwick Davis’s prestigious BAFTA Fellowship and his legacy as Wicket the Ewok.
Updates on upcoming Star Wars projects, including Andor Season 2 and The Mandalorian & Grogu movie.

From nostalgic reflections to exciting updates, join Jim and Brian for a lively discussion that delves deep into the Lucasfilm universe and beyond.

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Does Skeleton Crew Signal a New Era for Star Wars? Plus Indiana Jones and John Williams (Ep. 101)

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 16:13:00 -0000

In this December episode of Looking at Lucasfilm, Jim Hill and Brian Gaughan explore the latest updates and stories from the world of Lucasfilm:

A festive nod to Life Day and Star Wars-themed holiday treats.
A deep dive into Star Wars: Skeleton Crew—does this series mark a turning point for the franchise?
Exclusive updates on The Mandalorian & Grogu movie, including casting news and plot hints.
A closer look at the new Indiana Jones console game, The Great Circle, and its place in the franchise’s future.
A tribute to John Williams, his legendary career, and the new Disney+ documentary, Music by John Williams.

From upcoming Disney+ releases to Lucasfilm’s gaming ventures, join Jim and Brian for an insightful discussion on the future of Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and beyond.

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Radio Land Murders: A Quirky Tribute to Classic Hollywood from Lucasfilm (Ep. 100)

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 21:28:00 -0000

In this episode of Looking at Lucasfilm, Jim Hill and Brian Gaughan celebrate October with a special look at horror films and their unexpected ties to Lucasfilm. Brian kicks off by sharing his month-long cinematic Halloween project, while Jim reveals his love for Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein and its surprising connection to Lucasfilm’s scrapped Frankenstein CG film.

The episode also pays tribute to the late Lucasfilm producer Robert Watts, dives into the anniversary of Star Wars Rebels, and previews the upcoming John Williams documentary debuting on Disney+.

Also in this episode:

The removal of the Indiana Jones films from Disney+ and what’s behind the licensing shuffle.
Updates on The Mandalorian and Grogu feature film, set to hit theaters in 2026.
A deep dive into Radio Land Murders as it celebrates its 30th anniversary, and how it laid the groundwork for future Lucasfilm projects.

Join Jim and Brian for a nostalgic, fun, and insightful journey through the world of Lucasfilm, just in time for Halloween!

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 99: Which role did Keanu Reeves almost play in “The Acolyte”

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by looking back at the D23 Expo.

They also discuss what “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” seems to have in common with Joe Dante’s “Explorers”

In this episode, listeners will learn about:

When did the Disney family sell off the Silverado Vineyards

How did Barry Diller leaving Paramount to go run 20th Century Fox in the Fall of 1984 result in Michael Eisner becoming Disney’s new Chairman & CEO

What role did Disney’s “Flight of the Navigator” play in Paul Reubens being selected to voice Rex in “Star Tours”

How many “Tarzan” movies starring Johnny Weissmuller make for MGM between 1932 & 1942

What did that StarSpeeder 3000 replica that was sold at this year’s D23 Expo wind up selling for

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Looking at Lucasfiilm with Brian Gaughan: Ep 98: “The Acolyte” have benefitted from being a little lighter?

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 19:10:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by spotlighting some of the “Star Wars” -related panels being presented at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con.

They then do a deep dive in on Lucasfilm’s latest limited series for Disney+

Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

How big (square foot-wise) is the San Diego Convention Center

Which room do you want to be in this Friday morning to experience three solid hours of “Star Wars” goodness
What role did Craig Miller play in helping to make “A New Hope” the success that it was
How soon after “Russian Doll” debuted on Netflix was Leslye Headland recruited to come work on a new limited series for Lucasfilm

Who is Shawn Levy working with to develop a script for his proposed “Star Wars” film

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 97: “Star Wars: New Jedi Order” seeks to mix old & new

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing Daisy Ridley’s recent visit to the Happiest Place on Earth.

They also discuss “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” Lucasfilm’s new limited series for Disney+

In this episode, listeners will learn about:

How much was James Earl Jones paid to voice Darth Vader on “A New Hope”

What happened at Disneyland on the REAL Star Wars Day (i.e., May 25th)

Why did Gary Kurtz opt out of producing “Star Wars: Episode VI”

When did Disney Studios start its own film distribution company

How did George Lucas coach Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher & Harrison Ford when it came to dialogue in the “Star Wars” movies

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 96: Tom Selleck reflects on auditioning for Indiana Jones

Fri, 17 May 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how well the 25th anniversary re-release of “Star Wars – Episode One: The Phantom Menace.”

They also share Ahmed Best’s conflicted memories of portraying Jar Jar Binks

Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

According to Josh Gad, which specific brand of cookie is repeatedly visually referenced within the “Star Wars” universe
How many Star Wars fans took part in the shoot for the video which promotes the iPhone 15’s “Precision Finding” feature
Which big box store currently has TruMoo’s Star Wars Blue Milk in stock (Bonus question: Which direct competitor of this store does NOT have Blue Milk)
Who did President Joe Biden recently personally give a tour of the Oval Office to
When is Star Wars Celebration Japan being held next year

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 95: Sampling Disneyland’s “Season of the Force”

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by revisiting the whole did-Greedo-shoot-first issue.

They then talk about what the last few episodes of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” seem to be setting up

Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:

What honor will George Lucas be receiving at this year’s Cannes Film Festival
Where can Disneyland visitors view that theme park’s “Fire of the Rising Moons” fireworks display
What did Harrison Ford want to have happen to Han Solo in “Return of the Jedi”
Which animated series was the first “Star Wars” show to be set in the era of the High Republic
How did Leslie Headland – the showrunner for “Star Wars: The Acolyte” – describe this new limited series for Disney+

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep94 : Star Wars TruMoo Blue Milk hits store shelves nationally next month

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about “Imperial March.” They then discuss why “Indiana Jones & the Dial of Destiny” wound up being such a disappointment

Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

Who threw the switch at the Empire State Building to start a celebration of Star Wars villainy

Which UK Prime Minister played a part in the launching of “May the Fourth Be With You” as a popular phrase among Star Wars fans

Who’s writing that “Star Wars ICONS Darth Vader” book that Insight Editions will be publishing later this Fall

Which “Rebel Moon” star auditioned to play the role of Anakin Skywalker in “Attack of the Clones”
When did Captain Rex, Captain Gregor & Commander Wolffe first appear on “Star Wars: Rebels”

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 93: How Billy Dee Williams was recruited for Star Wars

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing why “The Mandalorian & Grogu” will be shot in the State of California. They also talk about the first five episodes of Season 3 of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch”

Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

When will the new version of the “Star Tours: The Adventures Continue” ride film debut at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida and Disneyland Paris
What frustrated Ewan McGregor about the shooting of the finale of “Star Wars – Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith”
Who was Billy Dee Williams’ stunt double when it came to the scene in “Return of the Jedi” when Lando Calrissian dangled over the Sarlacc pit
When does Stellan Skarsgard believe that the second season of “Star Wars: Andor” will begin airing on Disney+
How will the announced layoffs at Electronic Arts reportedly impact that Star Wars-themed first-person shooter that Respawn Entertainment was working on

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan EP 92: “Phantom Menace” to return to theaters this May

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the construction permit that has just been filed down in Florida for “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser.” They then talk about how the characters from the “Young Jedi Adventures” animated series just visited Black Spire Outpost

Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

How many mattresses did General George Washington reportedly carry with him over the course of the Revolutionary War
Who is supposedly funding Gina Carano’s wrongful termination suit against The Walt Disney Company & Lucasfilm
How many episodes have been produced for Season Three of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch”
Which Star Wars character is rumored to be getting his own first-person video game from Respawn Entertainment
How much did Harrison Ford’s copy of the fourth draft of the “Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope” script go for at auction this past weekend

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 91: What sources do Zack Snyder’s “Rebel Moon” movies share with “Star Wars”

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how much they’re looking forward to the final season of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch.” They also talk about where the upcoming “Great Circle” game fits in chronologically with the first three “Indiana Jones” films

Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

Which character from the “Star Wars” prequels is Marvel Comics now honoring with his first-ever four issue, limited series

How many times – to date – has John Williams been nominated for an Oscar

Has Daisy Ridley read the script yet for “Star Wars: New Jedi Order”

How did Bob Iger’s return as Disney’s CEO impact Patty Jenkins’ “Rogue Squadron” movie

Which Two-time Academy Award winner voices Jimmy, the mechanical soldier, in “Rebel Moon -- Part One: A Child of Fire”

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 90: When Luke Skywalker finally met his Mom

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the recently announced “Mandalorian & Grogu” film project. They also discuss how the first C3PO AA figure was created for “Star Tours”

Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:

What are Kylo Ren’s original story in the Disney-produced “Star Wars” trilogy supposed to have been like

Why has production of the previous announced Rey-tries-to-revive-the-Jedi-Order film project been delayed yet again

What scene was the first to be shot during production of “Return of the Jedi” back in January of 1982

Which well-known British actors were reportedly considered to be inside of Darth Vader’s helmet when Luke finally removed his Dad’s face plate in Episode VI

Who accidentally revealed that C3PO was supposed to the pilot of the StarSpeeder 1000 in “Sat Tours: The Adventures Continue”

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan Ep 89: How close did “Galaxy’s Edge” get to having that Bantha ride

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill returns with a look at all things Star Wars. They start off this week’s show by discussing Dave Filoni’s recent promotion to Chief Creative Officer at Lucasfilm

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan - Episode 88: BD-1 droids go for a hike in Anaheim’s Galaxy’s Edge

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the latest set of “Celebrate the Season” shorts to debut on the LEGO Star Wars YouTube channel. They also shine a spotlight on the full-sized plush Ewok that just became available for purchase thru ShopDisney

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan - Episode 87: How George Lucas helped to save “Captain EO”

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to Shawna Trpcic, the Lucasfilm costume designer who passed away last week. They then go on to talk about that “Jabba the Hutt” movie that Guillermo Del Toro worked on.

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan - Episode 86: How Mark Hamill got to voice the Joker on “Batman: The Animated Series”

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by revealing which “Star Wars” icon is going to be headlining at this year’s Fan Expo in San Francisco. They then look back at what George Lucas had to say about the prequels in 1992

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan - Episode 85: Is Disneyland’s “Indiana Jones Adventure” finally coming to Florida

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about all of the Lucasfilm-related news coming out of this year’s Destination D23. They then discuss the two most recent episodes of “Star Wars: Ahsoka”

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan - Episode 84: “Ahsoka” continues the “Star Wars” story that started with “Rebels”

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by revealing if Paul Reubens actually voiced the Captain Rex AA figure that appears in Oga’s Cantina. They then discuss how Ahmed Best got cast as Jar Jar Binks in the prequels

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Looking at Lucasfilm with Brian Gaughan - Episode 83: How Dave Filoni made Paul Reuben’s Captain Rex character part of Star Wars canon

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how Ray Stevenson’s sad passing could possibly impact “Star Wars: Ahsoka.” They then talk up several recent publications that have stories that are set aboard the Halcyon

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Looking At Lucasfilm - Episode 82: Why Mutt missing from “Dial of Destiny” matters

Sat, 29 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan starts off this week’s show by sharing the experiences he had at this year’s Comic-Con International down in San Diego. Jim Hill then talks about some of the things that may have tripped up “Indy 5” at the box office.

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Looking At Lucasfilm - Episode 81: Get ready for “Star Wars Days” at this year’s San Diego Comic Con

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” did at the box office. They also talk about what happened with that Princess Leia dress from “A New Hope” that was recent put up for auction

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Looking At Lucasfilm - Episode 80: How close did Tom Selleck get to playing Indiana Jones

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” bested Pixar’s “Elemental” at the North American box office this past weekend. Mr. Taylor then shares all of the fun film-related stuff he got to do in France & Italy

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Looking At Lucasfilm - Episode 79: Indiana Jones coming to Disney+ on May 31st

Wed, 24 May 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the reception “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” got at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. They also discuss Disney’s decision to shut down “Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser” prior to the start of the new fiscal year

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 78: What the next Star Wars films may have in common with James Bond

Wed, 10 May 2023 04:00:00 -0000

Jim Hill start off this week’s show by explaining why it’s been so long between new LAL episodes. Then he & Brian Gaughn discuss the latest Star Wars-related news

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 77: “Star Wars Holiday Special” documentary to debut at South by South by Southwest

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing who just began appearing at the WDW version of “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.” They also talk about the most recent episodes of “The Bad Batch” and “The Mandalorian”

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 76: Harrison Ford discusses “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny”

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the auction of Peter Mayhew’s “Star Wars” memorabilia got called off. They then review the last three episodes of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch – Season 2”

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 75: What comes next in Season 2 of “The Bad Batch”

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill starts off this week’s show by revealing which film just surpassed “The Force Awakens” at the worldwide box office. They also talk about how Star Wars is featured in “World of Color – One,” DCA’s new nighttime extravaganza

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 74: When will we see our next “Star Wars”-related theatrical release

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by revisiting the John-Williams / new-ending-for-“Indy-5” controversy. They then talk about how Disney has been using “Avatar: The Way of Water” to raise awareness of this James Mangold movie.

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 73: “Willow” limited series gets off to a strong start on Disney+

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0000

Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by describing what the WDW version of “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” is like during the holiday season. Brian Gaughan then looks back at the final episodes of Season One of “Star Wars: Andor”

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 72: How “Star Wars: Andor” pays tribute to various film genres

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing the many ways that Disney is now merchandising Life Day. They also talk about how you can serve your Thanksgiving guests a Chandrilan Squig

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 71: How the story bubbles work at “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge”

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 17:14:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by looking back at the October 2015 debut of the first full trailer for “Star Wars – Episode VII: The Force Awakens.” They talk about the most recent episodes of Lucasfilm’s latest limited series for Disney+, “Star Wars: Andor”

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 70:: How does the East Coast version of “Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance” compare to the West Coast version of this same attraction

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Jim Hill starts off this week’s show by sharing his impression of the Hyperspace Lounge (the Star Wars-themed bar aboard the Disney Wish). Then he & Brian Gaughan discuss the “Indiana Jones 5” trailer that leaked online earlier this week

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 69:: “Star Wars: Andor” gets off to a promising start

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by looking back at the Star Wars & Indiana Jones-related news that was revealed at the D23 Expo. They then go on to talk about the first three episodes of Lucasfilm’s latest limited series for Disney+

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 68: What Frank Darabont’s version of “Indy 4” would have been like

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about the two seasons of “Star Wars: Andor” which will cover 5 years of story. They then go on share George Lucas’ theory as to why Star War fans initially rejected Jar Jar Binks

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 67: When Daniel Radcliffe visited the “Force Awakens” set

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the latest episodes of Vice’s “Icons Unearthed: Star Wars.” They discuss Lucasfilm’s original plans for its “A Star Wars Story” series of films

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 66 How “Return of the Jedi” is tied to the Vietnam War

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing “Star Wars: Andor.” They then look back at the production difficulties “Empire Strikes Back” experienced when that crew was shooting the Ice-Planet-of-Hoth sequences in Norway

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 65: Why the Disneyland Paris Resort won’t be getting its very own “Galaxy’s Edge”

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn starts off this week’s show by looking back at the 2022 edition of San Diego Comic-Con. Then Jim Hill talks about four soon-to-be-published Star Wars-related books that are worth checking out

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 64: Whatever became of “Star Wars: Detours”

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill talk about Milly Bobby Brown’s rumored involvement in a future “Star Wars” film. They also talk about George Lucas’ sense of humor and how comfortable George was with people parodied the film franchise he created

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 63: : John Williams gets ready to retire

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by looking back at the career of this five-time Academy Award winner and the numerous blockbusters William wrote themes & scores for. They also discuss the final episode of that “Obi-Wan Kenobi” limited series for Disney+.

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 62: Would “Solo: A Star Wars Story” have worked better as a limited series

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 21:30:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the new “Star Wars” that Dan Zehr wrote which would be a perfect Father’s Day gift. They also discuss the last three episodes of Disney+’s “Obi-Wan Kenobi” limited series

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 61: How many new “Star Wars” limited series will we see in 2023?

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughn looks back at the four days he just spent at the Anaheim Convention Center covering this year’s Star Wars Celebration. He and Jim Hill then discuss the first two episodes of “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” Lucasfilm’s latest limited series for Disney+

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Looking at Lucasfilm - Episode 60: What to expect on Star Wars Nite at Disneyland Park

Wed, 18 May 2022 04:00:00 -0000

Brian Gaughan & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by discussing the recent resurgence in interest in prequels collectibles. They also talk about interviews Ewan McGregor has given out ahead of the Disney+ debut of “Obi-Wan Kenobi”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 59: Looking at Lucasfilm returns

Wed, 04 May 2022 04:00:00 -0000

After a 16-month hiatus, Jim Hill brings back the podcast which celebrates the creative effort of George Lucas, Kathleen Kennedy, Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau. Jim also introduces“Looking at Lucasfilm” ‘s new co-host, Brian Gaughan.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 58: Why Kevin Feige’s “Star Wars” project just got interesting

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0000

On their last podcast as a team, Dan Zehr & Jim Hill first talk about the challenges that veteran voice actor Tom Kane is now facing. They then pay tribute to the late Jeremy Bulloch, who played Boba Fett in “The Empire Strikes Back” & “Return of the Jedi”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 57: Disney+ goes all in on Star Wars

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill discuss all of the Lucasfilm-related news that was revealed as part of last week’s Investors Day presentation. They then try to figure out who’s going to answer Grogu’s call in the Season Two finale of “Star Wars: The Mandalorian”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 56 : Remembering David Prowse (1935 - 2020)

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill discuss how much they enjoyed the “LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special.” ad talk about the most recent episodes of “The Mandalorian” as well as “Willow” casting news.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Ep 55: What really drew George Lucas to “Red Tails”

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about what the future holds for “Looking at Lucasfilm.” They then share their thoughts on the first three episodes of Season Two of “The Mandalorian” and a feature story about the movie "Red Tails".

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 54: The truth about that dragon draped over the dune

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 22:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr starts off this week’s episode by talking about “The Star Wars Book,” a DK release that he co-authored with Pablo Hildalgo & Cole Horton. Then Jim Hill reveals how an oversized prop from Disney’s “One of Our Dinosaurs is Missing” wound up buried in sand in the Tunisian desert

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 53 : What Rian & George both wanted to do with Luke

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 15:10:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how The Walt Disney Company’s recent reorganization will impact Lucasfilm. Then Jim takes a look at the Young Indiana Jones-themed stunt show that the Imagineers wanted to build at Disneyland in the early 1990s.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 52: Get ready for Mando Mondays

Sat, 03 Oct 2020 16:30:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how well the 40th anniversary re-release of “The Empire Strikes Back” has been doing at the box office. Then -- in honor of Star Wars Reads -- they reflect on the very first book they purchased which was related to this franchise

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Looking at Lucasfilm Ep 51: So what does the Star Wars The Mandalorian cereal really taste like?

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 14:35:00 -0000

Dan Z starts off this week’s show by describing a very special delivery he received just yesterday from General Mills. Then Dan & Jim talk about how you can use Sims 4 and -- later this year -- Oculus Quest to experience Black Spire Outpost in a way that’s just not possible at a Disney theme park right now

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Looking at Lucasfilm Ep 50: Why you really need to watch “Red Tails”

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 17:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the October 30th start of Season 2 of “The Mandalorian” on Disney+. They also discuss Jon Boyega’s recent interview with British GQ (More importantly, why it’s crucial to read the entire article. Rather than that handful of quotes that are now bouncing around the Web).

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 49: Celebrating Star Wars Celebrations of the past

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 16:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about operational changes

that have recently been made to WDW’s version of Black Spire Outpost. Then Dan shares memories of

the four Star Wars Celebrations that he’d attended / participated in since 2005.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 48: Remembering Wilford Brimley & Tom Pollock

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 16:15:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to two industry vets with ties to the Star Wars franchise that we’ve recently lost. They then talk about that TikTok video which suggests that the Skywalker Saga should be retitled

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 47: “The Bad Batch” to make good on Disney+

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 02:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this episode by discussing the rescheduling of the next three “Star Wars” theatrical releases. Then Jim takes a look at John Williams’ tenure as the conductor of the Boston Pops

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 46: The Star Wars / Star Trek connection

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 21:30:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill talk about the many “Mandalorian” products that will be hitting store shelves just ahead of the start of Season 2 of this Disney+ series. They also discuss how the Splash Mountain / Princess & the Frog project could impact Disneyland Park’s version of Black Spire Outpost

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 45: How to properly start a Star Wars story

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 00:45:00 -0000

Jim Hill starts off this week’s episode by praising those weekly “Teaching with Star Wars” columns that Dan Zehr has been writing for StarWars.com. They then discuss George Lucas’ skill when it came to story structuring

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 44: Does it have to be called “Star Wars”?

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:45:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the phased opening of the Disneyland Resort may impact this year’s Star Wars Celebration as well as Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite. They then look back at how 20th Century Fox’s market research almost tripped up George Lucas’ chance to make “A New Hope” at that Studio

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 43: Paging Doctor Aphra

Thu, 28 May 2020 23:15:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about “Jedi Temple Challenge,” the new game show that will be debuting on StarWarsKids.com & the official Star Wars Kids YouTube channel on June 3rd. They then talked about why Lucasfilm Animation most likely isn’t pursuing a revival of “Star Wars Rebels”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 42: Looking back at “The Empire Strikes Back”

Fri, 15 May 2020 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this episode by talking about how they’ve been enjoying the “Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian” docu-series. Dan & Jim then look back at the many challenges George Lucas faced while he was trying to mount a sequel to the original “Star Wars”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 41 : How Echo Lake nearly became Mos Eisley

Fri, 01 May 2020 02:30:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how moving up “The Rise of Skywalker” ‘s Disney+ premiere by two months helps that subscription streaming service. They then discuss how the Imagineers originally wanted to expand the Star Wars-themed portion of Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 40: Darth Vader’s first visit to Walt Disney World

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 22:30:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the pandemic has impacted Disney’s plans for “Indiana Jones V.” They then look back at October of 1977, which is when a certain Sith Lord drew record crowds to the Walt Disney World Village

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 39: The pod race version of “Star Tours” we almost got

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 21:30:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by paying tribute to Andrew Jack, the “Star Wars” film performer who sadly passed away from the Coronavirus earlier this week. They then look back at when the Imagineers worked with George Lucas on a simulator attraction that was originally called (if you can believe it) “Star Bus.”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 38: Looking back at Star Wars Weekends

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 23:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking up “The Star Wars Book: Expand your knowledge of a galaxy far, far away” (which a certain podcaster co-wrote for DK with Pablo Hidalgo & Cole Horton). Then Jim talks about the role that the “Special Editions” of “A New Hope,” “The Empire Strikes Back,” & “Return of the Jedi” played in the creation of one of the more popular seasonal events ever to be staged at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 37: Behind Steven Spielberg's "Indy V" decision

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr starts off this week’s episode by talking about how much he’s been enjoying watching Season Seven of “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” on Disney+. Then Jim Hill talks about the many factors that contributed to Steven Spielberg’s decision to not direct “Indiana Jones V.”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 36 : Will “Indy V” still start shooting in April?

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:45:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how the success of “The Mandalorian” is supposedly impacted Lucasfilm’s plans for that “Obi-Wan” limited series it’s producing for Disney+. They also talk about how Indiana Jones fans will be wanting to pay close attention to what Harrison Ford has to say about his next project as he’s out doing publicity later this month for “Call of the Wild”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 35: Anaheim’s “Resistance” rises

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about this year’s Star Wars Celebration (which will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center August 27th – 30th). They then look back at Lucasfilm’s efforts in the late Summer of 1977 to keep “A New Hope” front-of-mind by arranging for the Star Wars characters to appear on NBC’s “Richard Pryor Show” and ABC’s “Donny & Marie”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 32: Does “The Rise of Skywalker” satisfy?

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how Disneyland Park is prepping for the January 17th opening of “Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.” They then discuss in depth the final installment of the Skywalker saga. WARNING ! There will be spoilers !

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 31: Hanging with Harrison Ford

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr recounts his recent trip to Hollywood where he walked down the blue carpet at the premiere of “Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker.” Then Jim Hill talks about the Imagineers got those 20,000-pound passenger cabins for “Star Tours” from WDI Headquarters in Glendale, CA to Disneyland Park in Anaheim.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 30: It’s hard to resist “Rise of the Resistance”

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 19:10:00 -0000

Jim Hill starts off this week’s show by starting a story about how two New Hampshire communities came together to make a Star Wars fan’s dying wish come through. Then Dan Zehr talks about his favorite aspects of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ ambitious new attraction, “Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 29 : Editing the Very First Star Wars Movie “A New Hope”

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 17:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Paul Hirsch’s terrific new memoir, which recounts the eight months that Hirsch worked with George & Marcia Lucas putting together the final cut of the very first “Star Wars” movie. They also discuss Kathleen Kennedy’s current situation and how the rules really do seem to be different when it comes to powerful women working in Hollywood.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 28: Man, does “The Mandalorian” deliver

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how much they enjoyed the first episode of Jon Favreau’s live-action series for Disney+. They then dig into the history of “Star Wars” breakfast cereal

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 27: Looking back at “Howard the Duck”

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 19:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by comparing & contrasting the trailers for “Star Wars – Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker” and “The Mandalorian.” They then look back at Lucasfilm’s attempt to build Hollywood’s first-ever full-length big budget film around a Marvel Comic Book character

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 26: “Mind Tricks,” see “Jedi”

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the lackluster sales of toys related to “Solo: A Star Wars Story” may have made some big box stories think twice about opening early on Triple Force Friday. They also talk about which veteran cast member from the Marvel Cinematic Universe might wind up in Kevin Feige’s Star Wars movie

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 25: The very best order to watch the “Star Wars” movies in

Sat, 28 Sep 2019 16:00:00 -0000

Jim had the Flu, so it was very fortuitous that Dan packed an extra co-host, Tom, in his travel bags. Also, Aaron Adams showed up because he was looking for someone to hang out with that day. They all chat about Star Wars, and Marvel. We even corralled some strangers into a room so we could pretend that we had an audience. (they were released shortly afterward, and no SWAT teams needed to be called in.) So here is the live show that was recorded, and almost lost, but found at the last minute so it could be posted here.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 24: Star Wars at this year’s D23 Expo

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 00:45:00 -0000

Dan Zehr starts off this week’s show with a recap of his experience at this year’s Official Disney Fan Club event at the Anaheim Convention. Jim Hill then looks back at those two “Ewok” TV movies that George Lucas produced for ABC back in the early 1980s

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 23 : From “Eo” to “Tucker”

Sun, 25 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about “Indiana Jones V” (which is supposed to begin shooting in London next April). Then Dan & Jim look back at “Tucker, The Man and his Dream” and how George Lucas made this 1988 Francis Ford Coppola film possible

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 22: “Mandalorian” gets a second season

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the exhibit of stormtrooper armor that Lucasfilm will be displaying at this year’s Comic-Con. Jim then talks about the messaging that The Walt Disney Company may have inadvertently put out about “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” that then resulted in the lighter-than-normal crowds at Disneyland Park this Summer.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 21: A 2nd look at “Galaxy’s Edge”

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about Kathleen Kennedy’s decision to promote Michelle Rejwan to SVP of Lucasfilm’s live-action development & production. They then discuss George Lucas’ efforts to get King Features to sell him the film rights to the “Flash Gordon” comic strip

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 20: Dan Z’s trip to “Galaxy’s Edge”

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 12:00:00 -0000

In an extra-special edition of “Looking at Lucasfilm,” Dan Zehr walks listeners through what it was like to take part in “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” media event. Dan goes into great detail about what it was like to be in front of the Millennium Falcon as George Lucas, Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Billy Dee Williams, and Bob Iger made their appearances at the grand opening of this new 14-acre land at Disneyland Park

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 19: How “Radioland Murders” paved the way for the prequels

Wed, 22 May 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start this podcast by paying tribute to the late Peter Mayhew. They then talk about the Abbott & Costello-inspired production that Universal Pictures had originally wanted George Lucas to direct as his follow-up to “American Graffiti”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 18: Why Spielberg & Lucas lightened things up with “Last Crusade”

Wed, 08 May 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by talking about how the Imagineers have handed the Anaheim version of “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge” off to Disneyland Ops teams. They then talk about how the negative reaction that “Temple of Doom” received back in 1984 led to “Indy III” deliberately revisiting the style & tone of “Raiders”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 17: Star Wars Celebration in Chicago

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about the parallels between “Roger Rabbit’s Cartoon Spin” opening at Disneyland Park in January of 1994 and “Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios getting its opening pushed back ‘til the Spring of next year. They also discuss what’s going on with “Frozen II” just seven months out from the theatrical release of this eagerly anticipated Walt Disney Animation Studios production

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 16: Get ready for Star Wars Celebration

Sat, 06 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr reports back on his recent trip to Chicago, where he scoped out McCormick Place (i.e., the massive convention center where Star Wars Celebration is being held this year). Jim Hill then shares some behind-the-scene stories about George Lucas’ involvement in the production of “Captain EO”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 15: How “Star Wars Resistance” grew to be irresistible

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing the factors involved with The Walt Disney Company’s decision to move up the opening of Disneyland Park’s Black Spire Outpost to May 31st. They then take an in-depth look at “Star Wars Resistance” and offer conjecture on where this Lucasfilm Animation production might be headed when Season 2 starts up on the Disney Channel later this Fall

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 14: Think you’ve already heard it all about “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge”? Think again

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 21:03:00 -0000

Dan Zehr and Jim Hill wade through the tidal wave of news that just broke about “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.” Some of the factoids that they unearth in the process include that the color palette used for Florida’s version of this new “land” will be different than the one out in Southern California. Also the blue milk will be berry-melon flavored while the green milk will have more of a citrus taste

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 13: The Star Wars-themed coaster that Disney wanted to build in the 1980s

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week’s episode by talking about how (based on what happened with “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”) “Episode IX” really was wrapped production. They then talk about Ron Miller’s role in persuading George Lucas to let the Imagineers develop some rides, shows & attractions based on Lucasfilm productions for the Disney Parks

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 12: Indiana Jones and the Super Bowl of Peril

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr start off this week’s show by talking about how – thanks to the polar vortex – his limited edition Columbia parka (which was inspired by the coat that the cast & crew of “Star Wars – Episode IV” wore while they were working in Finse, Norway) came in very handy this past week. Jim Hill then looks back at how Disney Parks & Resorts turned the halftime show at Super Bowl XXIX into one long commercial for the “Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye.”

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Looking At Lucasfilm Episode 11: The many challenges that Lucasfilm faced in 2018

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:15:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill discuss everything from “Solo” ‘s under-performance at the box office to the online trolls who went after Kelli Marie Tran. They also talk about some of the happier things that happened in the Star Wars sphere over the past year, including the resurrection of the “Clone Wars” animated series and the promise of “The Mandalorian” over at Disney +

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 10: How gaming influenced the design of “Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run”

Tue, 25 Dec 2018 14:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this episode by sharing what they know about the much-anticipated teaser trailer for “Star Wars: Episode IX.” They then discuss the “Rogue One” -inspired TV series that is now being readied for Disney’s new subscription service (which bows in 2019). Finally, Dan & Jim share the latest news coming out of Disney Parks & Resorts about “Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge”

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 9: A look inside Rancho Obi-Wan. What George Lucas originally wanted "Star Tours 2.0" to be like

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr and Jim Hill start off this episode by discussing the latest news coming off of the set of "The Mandalorian." These two then answer a piece of listener mail regarding when the Anaheim version of "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge" will be open to the public. Finally, Dan talks about his experience at this year's Gala at Rancho Obi-Wan.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 8: "The Mandalorian" heads to Disney Play. Disneyland preps "Star Wars 101" study guide

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 19:30:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this podcast by sharing what they've learned about that live-action series which Jon Favreau has been prepping for Disney's subscription streaming service. Dan & Jim then discuss Bob Iger's decision to extend Kathleen Kennedy's deal to run Lucasfilm through 2021. After that, they share what the Disneyland Resort Line has been revealing about "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge" to cast members.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 7: Lucasfilm looks for new ways to expand the franchise's appeal

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 23:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr & Jim Hill start off this week's "Looking at Lucasfilm" by discussing Disney Parks & Resorts' somewhat controversial decision to sell alcohol to Guests visiting Black Spire Outpost. Dan & Jim next speculate about which characters from the "Star Wars" movies & TV shows will pop up on "Resistance." Then Zehr & Hill talk about all of the great Lucasfilm-related stories that are shared on that Netflix Original series, "The Toys That Made Us."

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 6: What's going on with the stand-alone Obi-wan project

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 17:00:00 -0000

As Summer 2018 draws to a close, Dan Zehr and Jim Hill take one last look at "Solo: A Star Wars Story" and compare how this Lucasfilm, Ltd. production did at the domestic box office to how other Hollywood blockbusters did over the past three months. Dan and Jim also answer a listener's question and opt to take a closer look at Ron Howard's "Willow."

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 5: Star Wars News from Comic Con, Black Spire Outpost News From a Novel

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 18:00:00 -0000

In the fifth installment of this podcast series, Dan Zehr reveals what it was like to be in the room at San Diego Comic-Con when Lucasfilm Animation revealed that it would be resuming production of "Star Wars Clone Wars." Jim Hill then talks about "Thrawn: Alliances" and how Timothy Zahn's latest "Star Wars" novel gave its readers an advance preview of Black Spire Outpost.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 4: "Solo: A Star Wars Story" Boxoffice Examination

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 21:00:00 -0000

In the fourth installment of the "Looking at Lucasfilm" podcast series, Dan Zehr and Jim Hill discuss Kelly Marie Tran of "Last Jedi" fame being chased off of social media by vicious trolls. They also talk about the box office performance of "Solo: A Star Wars Story" stacks up against other recent Disney releases like "John Carter," "Mars Needs Mom," "The Lone Ranger" and "A Wrinkle in Time."

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 3: Going Solo

Tue, 22 May 2018 00:00:00 -0000

Dan Zehr talks about the out-of-this-world experience he had at the Hollywood premiere of "Solo: A Star Wars". Jim also shares stories about lessons Ron Howard learned on the sets of "The Andy Griffith Show" and"Happy Days".

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 2: Recon on Solo and Does Recasting Always Work?

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0000

In the second installment of their new series, Dan Zehr and Jim Hill cast an eye on the tricky topic of recasting. Zehr also talks about his recent trip to LA, where Dennys execs revealed what was in the cards for Solo: A Star Wars Story.

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Looking at Lucasfilm Episode 1: The Saga Begins

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 00:00:00 -0000

In the introductory episode of this new podcast series, Dan Zehr of "Coffee with Kenobi" and Jim Hill talk about the latest news out of the land of Lucas. Among the topics discussed is Frank Oz's terrific interview with Mark Hamill at the 92nd Street Y.

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