The Star Wars Underworld Podcast

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The SWU Podcast LIVE | 12/12/25 Dec 12, 2025

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the announcement of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, which broke just minutes before the show. They talk about how this game could build on and incorporate elements of the Knights of the Old Republic video games, and what it needs to do to modernize the series. Then, they discuss the return of the theatrical cut of Star Wars (1977) to theatres in 2027, as well as the evolution of the special editions over the years and how this compares to other recent re-releases of Star Wars movies. Then they are hit with more breaking news with the announcement of Star Wars: Galactic Racer, which they react to in real time. Plus, a Maul: Shadow Lord tie-in comic, a new poster for The Mandalorian and Grogu, and Starfighter updates. All this and much more!

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The SWU Podcast LIVE | 21/11/25 Nov 21, 2025

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the latest updates about The Mandalorian and Grogu, The Acolyte, and Skeleton Crew. They start by discussing Jon Favreau's latest comments teasing his upcoming movie, and discuss whether the marketing for the movie is doing a good enough job building up excitement for Star Wars' return to theatres. Then they talk about Lesley Headland's recent comments about The Acolyte's cancellation, and what those remarks can tell us about the behind-the-scenes of making a Star Wars show for Disney now. And, then they celebrate Star Wars, picking up over twenty nominations at the Children's and Family Emmys. Plus, how to celebrate the behind-the-scenes talent in Hollywood, why was The Acolyte's cancellation public when it wasn't for other Star Wars shows, and Attack of the Ben clones! All this and much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 14/11/25 Nov 14, 2025

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On this episode Dom, Ben and Hannah dive into all the latest and greatest bits of Star Wars news! They discuss Sigourney Weaver's comments about Lucasfilm's renewed approach to storytelling and how that might effect things going forward. They also touch on some updates from The Mandalorian And Grogu, including the reveal of the names of Grogu's Anazellen friends. Plus, Life Day celebrations are coming to Disney Parks, Oscar Isaac sets his demands for working with Disney again, and Star Wars: Starfighter just might be the first true stadalone Star Wars film. Furthermore, we eulogize Star Wars Insider and its lasting impact on Star Wars fandom. Tune in for all of that and so much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 7/11/25 Nov 07, 2025

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On this episode Ben, Dom and Chris are once again joined by Joel Davis from the Eye On Canon Podcast to discuss the remaining five shorts from Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3. They break down the wide range of tones and visuals, from the simple and heartwarming story of "Yuko's Treasure", to the bizarre and thought provoking visuals of "BLACK". Plus, what is the future of Visions? Should Star Wars take more risks? And Joel gives us the guys a crash course on Kingdom Hearts! Tune in for all of that and much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 31/10/25 Oct 31, 2025

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On this episode, Chris, Ben, and Dominic are joined by Joel Davis of the Eye on Canon Podcast and Din of the band F-105 to discuss the first four episodes of Star Wars: Visions Volume 3. They go in depth on "The Duel: Payback," "The Song of Four Winds," "The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope," and "The Bounty Hunters," discussing how these stories play off of and subvert our expectations about Star Wars and storytelling. They also dive deep into the true meaning of balance in Star Wars. Plus, the latest on The Hunt for Ben Solo, Hannah drops by to deliver a quick report from Supernova Adelaide, and stories from Resistance Fest 2025. All this and much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 24/10/25 Oct 24, 2025

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The Hunt For Ben Solo?! On this episode Ben, Chris and Dom take on this week's big story about the Star Wars film that could have been. From Adam Driver's eagerness to return, to the story what the story might have been, and why Disney decided to axe it; they break it all down. Plus, Jeremy Allen White confirms who he is and what he'll be doing in The Mandalorian And Grogu, Laurence Fishbure is watching Star Wars Rebels, and which other Star Wars characters we think deserve their own movies. And don't you dare miss Dom's epic rant about Disney & Bob Iger!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 17/10/25 Oct 17, 2025

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On this episode, Dominic and Ben discuss the latest Star Wars publishing reveals from New York Comic Con. They talk about the books finally returning to the sequel trilogy era, as well as the first-ever Star Wars romance novel. And they pay tribute to the legendary artist Drew Struzan. Then Chris joins the show to answer listener questions about the era between Episodes I and II, fancasting Mara Jade, and what makes Star Wars Star Wars. Plus, StarWars.com tells us what we should be for Halloween, more "Art of Books," and Jeremy Allen White talks Rotta the Hutt. All this and much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 10/10/25 Oct 10, 2025

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On this episode Dom, Ben and Hannah finally get a chance to dive into Lego Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy - Pieces Of The Past! The discuss the series' subtle brilliance in balancing drama and comedy, and they wonder why it wasn't released theatrically. Later Chris drops in to break down some of the latest Star Wars news, including the possibility of Cobb Vanth appearing in The Mandalorian And Grogu, more Ahsoka behind the scenes images, and a new Kyle Katarn figure with a familliar looking face. Plus, Dom wants live-action Star Wars: Visions and everyone hates that. And will the infamous helmet intro return for future Star Wars films? Tune in for all that and so much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 3/10/25 Oct 03, 2025

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On this episode Ben and Chris tackle the latest and greatest pieces of Star Wars news, including that production on Ahsoka season two has officially wrapped. They also touch on Bryce Dallas Howard's recent comments and where Star Wars television might be headed next. Plus, what James Mangold's new Paramount deal might mean for his Star Wars future, and an exciting look inside the Lucas Museum Of Narrative Art. And is Amy Adams really going to be playing Mara Jade in Star Wars: Starfighter? Tune in as they attempt to answer that question and much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 26/9/25 Sep 26, 2025

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On this episode, Chris, Ben and Dominic dive into the newly released trailers for The Mandalorian And Grogu and Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3. They break down all the exciting reveals from Mando And Grogu including buff Hutts, exploding AT-ATs and adorable Grogu shenanigans. Furthermore they get hyped for Visions Volume 3 and its long awaited sequel episodes for The Duel, The Ninth Jedi and others. And it turns into a Podcast relay as Ben drops out, Dom leaves, and Hannah pops in! Plus, how finacially succesfully will The Mandalorian And Grogu be? And could it be the end of the MandoVerse? Also, what's the deal with the new Razor Crest? And should we be boycotting Disney+? Tune in for all that and so much more!

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