Hayden Christensen Returns as Anakin in Ahsoka Season 2 - Star Wars Celebration

The excitement at Star Wars Celebration reached new heights with the announcement that Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as Anakin Skywalker in Season 2 of the Ahsoka series. While specifics about Anakin's role remain under wraps, the confirmation that Ahsoka Tano's journey with her former master continues is thrilling news for fans.

During the Ahsoka panel, Christensen shared his enthusiasm for returning to the iconic character. "It was a dream to get to do," he said, praising the creative approach of exploring the World Between Worlds. "I thought it was all really exciting."

Ahsoka's creator, Dave Filoni, humorously remarked that he had to invent entire dimensions just to collaborate with Christensen again. This playful banter underscores the deep connection and creative synergy between the team.

Christensen also discussed the extensive discussions he had with the team about Anakin's activities during the Clone Wars, expressing his eagerness to translate these stories from animation to live-action. "As much as I love the traditional Jedi robes I wore during the prequels, it was exciting to get to see Anakin with a new look," he added, hinting at a fresh visual take on the character.

Further into the panel, Filoni elaborated on how their shared history with George Lucas helped in fleshing out Anakin's character. This collaboration allowed them to fill in gaps in their understanding and deliver a comprehensive portrayal. Christensen echoed this sentiment, mentioning the influence of Lucas' guidance: "I always have George's voice in the back of my head saying, 'faster, more intense!'"

For more insights, explore why Ahsoka serves as a powerful testament to Anakin Skywalker's legacy, get a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll in Ahsoka Season 2, and catch up on all the major updates from The Mandalorian & Grogu and Andor panels.