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Darth Maul returns in Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, and in this solo episode of the Star Wars Time Show, Matt breaks down everything revealed in the first teaser trailer.This episode features a full shot-by-shot trailer breakdown, along with a deep dive into what the series tells us about Maul’s mindset after The Clone Wars, the brand-new planet Janix, and the state of the galaxy in the early years of the Empire.Topics discussed include: • Where Shadow Lord fits in the post-Order 66 timeline • Why Janix is a critical setting for Maul’s next move • Maul’s evolution now that he’s no longer a Sith • Devon Izara and the possibility of a new apprentice • Crime syndicates, democracy, and underworld politics • The Inquisitorious, Marrok, and Imperial expansion • Why this series is being positioned as a fully serialized storyStar Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord premieres April 6, 2026 on Disney+, with a two-episode debut and a May the 4th finale.🎧 Watch/Listen now: https://youtube.com/live/nRHOU2M4BOY?feature=shareHit up Spotify - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/starwarstimeshow to get the podcast version.#starwarstimeshow #maul #maulshadowlord

This week on The Star Wars Time Show, we attempt something deeply unwise: ranking 85 Star Wars video games live.From genre-defining classics to forgotten oddities, we build a massive tier list covering decades of Star Wars gaming history. Not every game here is one we’ve personally played, so yes — there’s a Haven’t Played tier — and chat absolutely gets involved when things get controversial.Expect strong opinions, instant regret, nostalgia, and plenty of debate as games move between S-tier legends and bottom-of-the-barrel disasters.Whether you grew up with retro Star Wars games or jumped in during the modern era, this one’s guaranteed to spark arguments.A podcast for a more uncivilized age.Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/StarwarstimeshowListen on Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/starwarstimeshow

This week on the Star Wars Time Show, Matt and Young Nick break down two stories that hit very different parts of the Star Wars fandom, but both carry real implications for the future of the franchise.First, we dive into a growing rumor circulating within the industry that Dave Filoni could be preparing to take on a larger leadership role at Lucasfilm, potentially alongside Lynwen Brennan, with longtime president Kathleen Kennedy possibly nearing retirement. We discuss where the rumor is coming from, how realistic it actually is, and what a Filoni-led Lucasfilm might look like in practice, creatively and structurally.Then we pivot to the bigger surprise of the week: reports that Tom Cruise filmed a lightsaber duel for Shawn Levy’s upcoming Star Wars film, Starfighter. While Cruise’s involvement is eye-catching on its own, the real takeaway is what this confirms about the movie itself: Force users and lightsabers are officially part of the story. We break down why that matters, what it tells us about the direction of Star Wars films, and why this changes expectations for Starfighter.Topics covered include:How credible the Filoni leadership rumors really areWhat Lucasfilm leadership transitions usually look likeWhy lightsabers in Starfighter are a much bigger deal than Cruise’s cameoWhat this means for Force users in future Star Wars filmsAs always, we separate rumor from reality and talk through what actually matters long-term for Star Wars.🎙 New episodes every week📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StarWarsTimeShow🎧 Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/starwarstimeshow

After a short holiday break, the Star Wars Time Show kicks off 2026 by looking ahead at what may be the most important year for Star Wars since the franchise last hit theaters.In this episode, we rank the Top 9 Star Wars releases and events guaranteed to arrive in 2026, spanning movies, animated series, video games, comics, theme park experiences, and a major legacy moment tied directly to George Lucas.We break down why each entry matters, how it fits into the larger Star Wars timeline, and which projects could have long-term impact on the future of the franchise. From the return of Star Wars to theaters with The Mandalorian and Grogu to the expansion of The Ninth Jedi and the rise of Maul’s criminal empire, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year.Topics include:Star Wars’ return to theatrical releasesThe future of animated storytelling beyond the Skywalker sagaMajor new Star Wars video games and what eras they exploreHow theme parks and publishing are syncing with on-screen releasesA once-in-a-lifetime legacy moment for George LucasWhich Star Wars release are you most excited for in 2026?🎙 Subscribe for weekly Star Wars discussions, rankings, and deep dives.📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/StarWarsTimeShow🎧 Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/starwarstimeshow

As we head into the holiday break, it’s time to look back at the moments that defined Star Wars in 2025.In this solo episode of Star Wars Time Show, I rank and break down the top 10 Star Wars moments of the year — from Andor Season 2 setting a new standard for Star Wars storytelling, to major film and TV reveals, to the surprising wins that quietly won fans over.This wasn’t just a year of announcements. It was a year where Star Wars finally felt confident again.Topics include:• Why Andor Season 2 stands above everything else • The Mandalorian and Grogu’s return to the big screen • Shawn Levy’s Starfighter movie announcement • Maul: Shadow Lord and the smart use of legacy characters • Skeleton Crew’s surprisingly strong finale • Visions Volume 3 and The Ninth Jedi’s future • Revenge of the Sith returning to theaters for its 20th anniversary • And how the Star Wars community itself changed in 2025 This is a reflection on where Star Wars has been — and where it finally seems to be going.What was your top Star Wars moment of 2025?

What would the Star Wars Prequels look like if George Lucas returned and gave them the same Special Edition treatment he applied to the Original Trilogy? In this episode, we explore the most Lucas-style updates that fit his historical editing patterns — expanded environments, enhanced VFX, improved battles, deleted-scene reintegration, creature updates, and small story refinements across The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith.We also offer our final verdict on which prequel benefits most from a Lucas-style overhaul.Links:YouTube: YouTube.com/StarWarsTimeShowSpotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/starwarstimeshow

Anakin Skywalker at his Jedi peak vs Darth Vader in his Sith prime — who was actually more powerful?In this solo deep-dive, Matt breaks down Anakin’s unrealized potential, Vader’s refined dark-side mastery, and how the Chosen One’s tragedy created two entirely different versions of the same Force titan.We’ll explore:• Was Vader truly weaker, or did he become a different kind of monster?• How both versions of Skywalker compare to Palpatine, Obi-Wan, and Yoda• The wild difference between Legends Vader vs Canon Vader• Vader’s craziest feats that most fans don’t know• Could Anakin have defeated Sidious if he remained a Jedi?• Final verdict: Potential vs actualization — what power really means in Star WarsMatt also touches on a new synopsis for The Mandalorian and Grogu Movie, gives answers to this week's AMA segment, and shares the latest Star Wars x Columbia Collab!Jump in, join the debate, and cast your vote: Team Anakin or Team Vader?Watch the full show on YouTube:https://youtube.com/live/r8EQS0bdGoA?feature=shareListen on Spotify:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/starwarstimeshow

Matt and Nick break down a packed week of Star Wars updates. We talk about the reported directive that the upcoming Starfighter movie will avoid using legacy characters entirely, and what that might signal for Lucasfilm’s new direction. We also cover news that The Mandalorian Season 4 has been written, but there’s still no confirmation it will move forward.We then dive into comments from a Star Wars Rebels writer who strongly disagreed with Sabine becoming a Jedi, and discuss the Acolyte showrunner’s surprise at how their show was handled.In this episode:• Why the Starfighter movie may avoid all legacy characters• What it means that The Mandalorian Season 4 is written but not greenlit• A Rebels writer’s big issue with Sabine becoming a Jedi• The Acolyte showrunner’s reaction to online negativity and Lucasfilm cancelling the show🎥 Watch the full video version on YouTube: YouTube.com/Starwarstimeshow🎧 Listen to all episodes on Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/starwarstimeshow

Matt breaks down a packed week of Star Wars news — including new details about the Starfighter movie and the surprising timeline it may explore. We also dig into the latest buzz around a possible Original Trilogy remaster and look at new images that may point to Dathomir’s role in Ahsoka Season 2.In this episode:• How the Starfighter movie could introduce a new timeline• What’s driving the OT remaster buzz• Potential Dathomir locations tied to Ahsoka Season 2• What these updates mean for the future of the franchise🎥 Subscribe on YouTube

We are aware Pete sounds a bit like C-3P0 due to an audio glitch. Apologies for the fail.Author and longtime Star Wars voice Pete Fletzer joins the Star Wars Time Show to talk about his new book, Who Owns the Myth? Star Wars, Fandom, and the Soul of the Saga.We explore what makes Star Wars a living myth — how it became something bigger than its creators, and why fans feel such deep ownership of the galaxy far, far away. Pete dives into five decades of fandom, George Lucas’s evolving legacy, and what it means to love a story that belongs to everyone and no one.In this episode:How Star Wars became a modern mythThe line between fan passion and creator intentDisney’s role in shaping the saga’s legacyWhy Star Wars still connects — even through conflict📘 Learn more about Pete’s book: WhoOwnsTheMyth.com

This week, Matt flew solo to react to the breaking news that the Hunt for Ben Solo movie has officially been canceled. He broke down what might have led to the decision, and whether the concept of a post–Rise of Skywalker Ben Solo story made sense to begin with. His take? The story might’ve worked better as a prequel, exploring Ben’s fall rather than his Force ghost era.Fan responses flooded in, with one standout idea gaining traction—an animated Ben Solo series following his early Jedi training and slow turn to the dark side. Matt loved the pitch and said it could offer the character a second life onscreen.Matt also discussed the major Acolyte reveal that Qimir was originally planned to be the first Knight of Ren, confirmed by showrunner Leslye Headland and subtly teased in the Galaxy of Heroes game bio.He wrapped up the episode with a reflection on the Top 10 Star Wars Visions shorts from Volumes 1 and 2, offering personal favorites and suggestions for fans to revisit ahead of Volume 3.The episode closed with fan reactions to the Ben Solo news and another round of incredible Star Wars fan art picks from the community.

This week, Matt and Nick reunited to finish what they started—taking aim at Empire Magazine’s Top 50 Greatest Star Wars Characters of All Time. This episode covered ranks 25 through 1, and let’s just say it was a mix of celebration, disbelief, and straight-up shade. Some picks made sense. Others… not so much. But the #1 spot? Things got very suspect.During the Ask Us Anything segment, the guys tackled a hot question: How will Dave Filoni handle Thrawn’s fate in the Mandoverse? Will Thrawn go down in a blaze of villainous glory, get exiled, or pull off a shocking alliance with the heroes? Matt and Nick discussed all the most likely outcomes—and the ones no one’s expecting.If you’re into ranking debates, character analysis, and wild Thrawn theories, this episode is right in your star lane.

Empire Magazine dropped their list of the 50 Greatest Star Wars Characters of All Time—but did they get it right? In this video, we break down characters ranked #50 to #26, and we’re not holding back.From underrated heroes to surprising omissions, we analyze who deserves a higher spot, who’s overrated, and which icons should not be on the list at all.Join us for Part 1 of our two-part series ranking and reacting to one of the most controversial Star Wars lists ever published.Matt also reviews TRON: Ares, shows off the channel's True Power of the Force video, and memorializes Drew Struzan.Which Star Wars characters do you think were ranked too low—or left out completely? Drop your takes in the comments!📌 Subscribe for Part 2 where we break down ranks #25 to #1!Empire’s 50 Best Article - https://www.empireonline.com/movies/features/50-greatest-star-wars-characters/

This week marked the launch of a brand-new era for the Star Wars Time Show. Matt and Nick introduced their new bi-weekly prerecorded format, where they’ll team up every other Monday to record a full show that premieres on YouTube Wednesdays at 6PM EST. On the off weeks, Matt will host solo livestreams to keep the content flowing. It’s a new rhythm for the channel, and the team is excited for what’s ahead. Once the announcements were out of the way, they jumped into Ask Us Anything with a great question: Which Original Trilogy character’s story would you change? Nick picked Lando, Matt picked Boba Fett—but you’ll have to tune in to hear why. The main event was a deep dive review of Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy – Pieces of the Past. Both hosts found it stronger than season 1, praising its chaotic humor, clever writing, and unapologetically unserious tone. That sparked a debate: Is Lego Star Wars the best kind of Star Wars right now? They closed things out with fan responses to the Question of the Week and another solid batch of Top 5 Star Wars fan artists, showcasing killer work from the community. https://youtu.be/bxUzl8BUOQU Audio Only Version Show Topics: Ask Us Anything Rebuild the Galaxy Season 2 Deep Dive Is Lego Star Wars the Best Star Wars Right Now debate Question of the Week and Top 5 Fan Artists Make sure to tune in for the recorded livestream on YouTube.com/StarWarsTimeShow, or hit up StarWarsTime.net to get the podcast version on the platform of your choosing. 

This week’s episode opened with Matt fielding Ask Me Anything questions solo, including a wild one: Would he become a hybrid like Wendy from Alien: Earth? Matt’s answer was a clear yes. Who wouldn’t want to be a walking supercomputer with enhanced strength? He then moved into a review of the HIM movie. While the premise had promise, Matt didn’t think it fully lived up to its potential—or its title. The main feature was a deep dive into the first teaser trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu. Matt explored possible plot threads, predicting that the Hutt Cartel—possibly even the Twins—could be the film’s main antagonists. Nick joined midway through to finish out the trailer breakdown and add his own speculation. From there, they jumped into a full review of the Alien: Earth finale. Nick enjoyed it overall, but Matt felt it left too many storylines hanging without a clear path to resolution unless a second season is confirmed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tD5HwvBg4k Audio Only Version Show Topics: AMA HIM Review Mando and Grogu Trailer Breakdown Aline:Earth Finale Review Which faction is more ruthless: Weyland-Yutani or The Galactic Empire Question of the Week and Top 5 Fan Artists Make sure to tune in for the recorded livestream on YouTube.com/StarWarsTimeShow, or hit up StarWarsTime.net to get the podcast version on the platform of your choosing. 

This week’s episode kicked off with Matt running solo once again, fielding a stack of Ask Me Anything questions. One fan asked what franchise would make for the ultimate Star Wars crossover, and let’s just say Matt’s pick was truly out of this world. Matt also shared a quick review of the new The Long Walk adaptation, offering solid praise for the film’s tone and pacing. He then revealed a new set photo from Shawn Levy’s Starfighter movie, which sparked a lively discussion between Matt and Nick about the project’s vibe. Both agreed—it looked like something straight out of Waterworld. The main event was a glowing review of Alien Earth Episode 7, where they discussed the fate of key characters like Kirsh, Wendy and her Xeno drone, Boy Genius, and Morrow. The tension is ramping up heading into the final stretch. Then came this week’s crossover chaos: Could a Jedi survive a chestburster attack? It was ridiculous, nerdy, and absolutely worth the discussion. The show wrapped with fan responses to the Jedi chestburster debate and the latest Top 5 Star Wars fan art picks, featuring another round of outstanding community submissions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cq1fEPBFh10 Audio Only Version Show Topics: AMA The Long Walk Review New Starfighter Set Pic Alien: Earth Episode 7 Deep Dive Jedi vs. Chestburster Debate Question of the Week Responses and Top 5 Fan Artists Don’t forget to tune into the Star Wars Time Show on a weekly basis via our podcast platforms or via YouTube if you prefer the livestream angle. 

This week’s show opened with Matt solo on the mic, handling Ask Me Anything duties with style. Fans hit him with some fun ones—like sharing his best dad jokes and giving his take on Aaron Rodgers’ first game as a Pittsburgh Steeler. Naturally, it got weird. Matt also discussed breaking news from the galaxy. Thanks to Sigourney Weaver, it’s now confirmed that Pedro Pascal will appear in The Mandalorian & Grogu movie. He also reacted to Tony Gilroy’s comments about Lucasfilm “letting its freak flag fly” on upcoming projects, which could mean some wild Star Wars stories are on the way. Nick then joined the show to break down Episode 6 of Alien Earth, “The Fly.” Both hosts enjoyed the episode, especially its tension and visuals, but they still have questions about where the story is headed before the finale. For this week’s crossover segment, they debated the outcome of a wild galactic matchup: Yuuzhan Vong vs a Xenomorph hive. Who wins, and how ugly does it get? The show closed with fan responses to the Question of the Week and the newest Top 5 Star Wars fan artist showcase, highlighting another amazing round of toy photography and digital art. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5j-rYe6hwU Audio Only Version Show Topics: AMA Pedro in Mando Movie Tony Thinks Lucasfilm is getting Creative Alien: Earth Episode 6 Breakdown Question of the Week and Top 5 Fan Art Don’t forget to tune into the Star Wars Time Show on a weekly basis via our podcast platforms or via YouTube if you prefer the livestream angle. 

This week’s episode opened with Matt holding things down solo, answering Ask Me Anything questions from the community. One standout: Would he still want to explore space after watching Alien: Earth? His answer revealed both caution and curiosity—and maybe a bit of trauma. Matt also shared a quick review of Caught Stealing, calling it a solid, gritty crime drama worth checking out. Then came the big reveal: brand-new stills from The Mandalorian & Grogu movie, followed by discussion of the now-confirmed Starfighter film from Shawn Levy. The cast is official, and the hype is real. Nick joined in to break down Episode 5 of Alien Earth, an episode they both loved for its clear homages to Ridley Scott’s original Alien and how it finally tied together some early premiere mysteries. Then came a galactic-scale debate: Could stormtroopers contain a Xenomorph outbreak on the Death Star? Let’s just say opinions were split and chaos ensued. The episode wrapped with fan answers to the Question of the Week and the latest Top 5 Star Wars fan artist spotlights, featuring more incredible toy photography and digital art from the community. https://youtube.com/live/8nZMv3EDQ7w?feature=share Audio Only Version Show Topics: AMA Caught Stealing Review Mando and Grogu Stills Starfighter in Production and Cast Revealed Alien: Earth Episode 5 Breakdown https://starwarstime.net/top-5-star-wars-artists-of-the-week-8-25-9-1-25/ Don’t forget to tune into the Star Wars Time Show on a weekly basis via our podcast platforms or via YouTube if you prefer the livestream angle. 

This week’s episode kicked off with Matt flying solo, tackling some Ask Me Anything questions from the community. One of the highlights? A classic “what if” scenario—who would survive longer against a Xenomorph on a ship, Chewbacca or Boba Fett? Matt weighed in, and the logic may surprise you. Nick jumped in shortly after and the duo broke down Episode 4 of Alien Earth. The focus this time was on Wendy’s strange connection to the Xenomorphs, including what might be some kind of communication or psychic link. There’s a lot to unpack with her character and the implications are huge. The crossover segment took things further by asking: What would the Galactic Empire do if they discovered a hybrid like Wendy? Would they weaponize her, study her, or destroy her? The theories got wild. As always, the episode closed with fan responses to the crossover prompt and a new batch of Top 5 Star Wars fan art features, showcasing some truly awesome work from the community. Whether you’re here for lore, speculation, or chaos, this episode had a bit of everything. Make sure to tune in for the recorded livestream on YouTube.com/StarWarsTimeShow, or hit up StarWarsTime.net to get the podcast version on the platform of your choosing.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdnilKk-SPg Audio Only Version Show Topics: AMA Alien: Earth Episode 4 Deep Dive What would the Empire do with a Hybrid like Wendy? Question of the Week Responses Top 5 Fan Art Features

This week’s episode was a solo run as Nick took some much-needed vacation time, but Matt kept the show rolling. He kicked things off with Ask Me Anything, answering questions from the community—including one wild fan theory about how Ahsoka might eventually die. Speculation was intense, and the possibilities were darker than you’d think. Matt followed that up with a quick review of Nobody 2, which he found surprisingly fun. Sure, Bob Odenkirk as a John Wick–style assassin still feels a little absurd, but that’s half the charm. Then it was time to break down Episode 3 of Alien: Earth. Matt dug into the episode’s pacing, standout moments, and intriguing fan theories—like Wendy’s possible connection to the Xenomorphs and how Kirsh is starting to feel more and more like David from Prometheus. Next came a Star Wars crossover discussion: What would Palpatine do if he found a Xenomorph hive? Matt explored the dark potential of that twisted combination and read some amazing fan responses to the same question. The show wrapped up with the latest Top 5 Star Wars fan artists, featuring some incredible toy photography that you won’t want to miss. https://youtube.com/live/El2Dg7v1NlI?feature=share Audio Only Version Show Topics: AMA Nobody 2 Review Alien: Earth Episode 3 Deep Dive What would Palpatine do with a Xenomorph horde? Question of the week responses and Top 5 Artists of the week Don’t forget to tune into the Star Wars Time Show on a weekly basis via our podcast platforms or via YouTube if you prefer the livestream angle.