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  • J.J. Abrams

    J.J. Abrams

    Director

  • Kathleen Kennedy

    Kathleen Kennedy

    Executive Producer

  • George Lucas

    George Lucas

    Creative Consultant

  • Michael Arndt

    Michael Arndt

    Screenwriter

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    Watch Video Harrison Ford and Benedict Cumberbatch Duck 'Star Wars' Question (Video)

    Harrison Ford and Benedict Cumberbatch Duck 'Star Wars' Question (Video)

    11:28 am PDT 10/14/2013
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    The two actors try to avoid telling a British chat show host whether or not they will appear in "Star Wars: Episode VII." READ MORE

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  2. Pinewood Shepperton Chairman Reiterates: 'We Need to Increase Capacity'

    Pinewood Shepperton Chairman Reiterates: 'We Need to Increase Capacity'

    12:53 am PDT 9/30/2013
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    Ahead of the start of an inquiry into long-blocked expansion plans, the British studio home of the "James Bond" franchise reports high occupancy trends and opens a new stage. READ MORE

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    IMAX Boss: New 'Star Wars' May Be Shot in IMAX

    IMAX Boss: New 'Star Wars' May Be Shot in IMAX

    1:51 pm PDT 9/26/2013
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    IMAX CEO says that the company is in talks with director and producer J.J. Abrams over shooting part of "Star Wars: Episode VII" in IMAX. READ MORE

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    Wanted: Overly Tall, Hairy 'Star Wars' Hero (Bandolier a Plus)

    Wanted: Overly Tall, Hairy 'Star Wars' Hero (Bandolier a Plus)

    1:54 pm PDT 9/23/2013
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    Does a newly released casting call mean that we'll be seeing more Wookiees in 2015's "Star Wars: Episode VII"? READ MORE

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  5. Disney CFO Reflects on 'Lone Ranger': Cap Spending on 'Tentpole, Nonfranchise Movies'

    Disney CFO Reflects on 'Lone Ranger': Cap Spending on 'Tentpole, Nonfranchise Movies'

    11:52 am PDT 9/12/2013
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    At a Beverly Hills conference, Jay Rasulo said that the company will double its share buyback program and commented on the ease of marketing new "Star Wars" titles. READ MORE

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  6. Source: J. J. Abrams Building 'Star Wars' Postproduction Facility in L.A. (Exclusive)

    Source: J. J. Abrams Building 'Star Wars' Postproduction Facility in L.A. (Exclusive)

    9:00 am PDT 9/11/2013
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    An insider tells THR that Bad Robot's Santa Monica facility is adding a green room, sound studios and other upgrades specifically for "Episode VII." READ MORE

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    Darth Vader Wants to Return For 'Episode VII' (Kind Of)

    Darth Vader Wants to Return For 'Episode VII' (Kind Of)

    10:46 am PDT 8/19/2013
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    David Prowse, the actor who played Vader -- or, at least, Vader's body -- in the original "Star Wars" trilogy, wants to come back for "Star Wars Episode VII." READ MORE

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    Watch Video Harrison Ford Reveals 'Star Wars Episode VII' Info for $1,000 (Video)

    Harrison Ford Reveals 'Star Wars Episode VII' Info for $1,000 (Video)

    11:11 am PDT 8/16/2013
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    Conan O'Brien successfully bribes the "Ender's Game" actor for information on the next "Star Wars" movie. Well, almost successfully. READ MORE

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  9. Ray Park Hopes to Return in New 'Star Wars'

    5:23 pm PDT 8/9/2013
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    The "Phantom Menace" and "G.I. Joe" actor says that he would "lock myself in a cabin" for the chance to play Darth Maul one more time. READ MORE

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    The Foodles Are Strong With 'Star Wars' Fan Detectives

    The Foodles Are Strong With 'Star Wars' Fan Detectives

    1:40 pm PDT 7/31/2013
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    Months ahead of the official start of production at Pinewood, have fans managed to uncover the fake name Lucasfilm is using in the U.K. to hide 'Star Wars Episode VII' from prying eyes? READ MORE

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    Kennedy Announces Return to Practical Effects for Next 'Star Wars'

    Kennedy Announces Return to Practical Effects for Next 'Star Wars'

    11:09 am PDT 7/29/2013
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    Lucasfilm's president tells crowd at Star Wars Celebration Europe that the new movie helmed by J.J. Abrams will use "every single tool" in the SFX toolbox. READ MORE

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  12. Pinewood Shepperton CEO Wants to Address Production Capacity Constraints

    Pinewood Shepperton CEO Wants to Address Production Capacity Constraints

    8:51 am PDT 6/27/2013
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    Ivan Dunleavy, head of the studio facilities giant outside of London that just attracted "Star Wars: Episode VII," also discusses recent deals in China and Atlanta. READ MORE

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    'Star Wars Episode VII' Casting Leak Includes Teen Girls, 'Military Type' Male

    'Star Wars Episode VII' Casting Leak Includes Teen Girls, 'Military Type' Male

    11:13 am PDT 6/19/2013
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    A breakdown of character descriptions -- unconfirmed by the studio -- hit the web on Wednesday. READ MORE

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    'Star Wars: Episode VII' to Film in U.K.

    'Star Wars: Episode VII' to Film in U.K.

    4:18 pm PDT 5/10/2013
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    The next movie, directed by J.J. Abrams, will hit theaters in 2015. READ MORE

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    Watch Video J.J. Abrams, Simon Pegg Chat About 'Star Wars' Fandom (Video)

    J.J. Abrams, Simon Pegg Chat About 'Star Wars' Fandom (Video)

    12:23 pm PDT 5/4/2013
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    The "Star Trek Into Darkness" actor and director informally discuss the George Lucas space saga. READ MORE

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    J.J. Abrams Says John Williams Likely to Score 'Star Wars: Episode VII'

    J.J. Abrams Says John Williams Likely to Score 'Star Wars: Episode VII'

    4:22 pm PDT 4/30/2013
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    The director for "Episode VII" said at a "Star Trek Into Darkness" press conference that he believes Williams will work on the film. READ MORE

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  17. Lucasfilm President Discusses China Deals

    Lucasfilm President Discusses China Deals

    5:20 am PDT 4/21/2013
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    Kathleen Kennedy in Beijing also unveils that Walt Disney has pledged $1 million for Chinese earthquake victims. READ MORE

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    J.J. Abrams on New 'Star Wars' Movie: 'More Questions Than Answers'

    J.J. Abrams on New 'Star Wars' Movie: 'More Questions Than Answers'

    5:58 pm PDT 3/24/2013
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    The "Star Trek" director also compares the two hit sci-fi franchises he's working on. READ MORE

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    George Lucas Says 'Star Wars' Returns for Hamill, Ford and Fisher Almost Finalized

    George Lucas Says 'Star Wars' Returns for Hamill, Ford and Fisher Almost Finalized

    9:22 am PST 3/7/2013
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    The franchise's creator says he began discussions for the original stars' return; plus, Disney's Bob Iger reveals the harsh emails he got from Steve Jobs. READ MORE

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    Carrie Fisher Confirms 'Star Wars' Return

    Carrie Fisher Confirms 'Star Wars' Return

    9:02 am PST 3/6/2013
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    The actress says that she's going to rejoin the saga that made her famous. READ MORE

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Summary

A new interpretation of George Lucas' classic sci-fi series.

Company Info

  • Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Studio
  • Lucasfilm, Ltd. Production Company