Last Updated on August 2, 2021
* Editor's Note: We will be updating this article live as the Galaxy's Edge panel plays out. Stay tuned and follow along!
This year's Star Wars Celebration is officially in full-swing and our own Editor-in-Chief Paul Shirey is in attendance to report on all the stellar surprises of the event. Yesterday as their way of kicking the big show into high gear, Disney announced a myriad of details related to their upcoming streaming service Disney+. Among the major headlines from the reveal was word that the subscription-based platform will be made available on November 12, 2019 – for the low cost of just $6.99. Customers will also be given the option of going full-mouse with a yearly subscription for $69.99, which would save you roughly $14 a year. Beyond pricing, intentions for the service, and a glimpse into what will be made available on Day 1, Disney also detailed a few of the shows set to make their way to the service.
We'll get to the Marvel shows in just a moment, but not before I mention that a TV series based on THE SANDLOT is now in early development for Disney+. Oh sure, we've known about the project since last month, but it's always nice to hear the official word on potentially promising projects, wouldn't you agree? Here's hoping that Disney really swings for the fences with this update to the classic family film. In addition to THE SANDLOT home run, Disney+ announced that every episode of THE SIMPSONS will be made available on the service as well. The House of Mouse also revealed some of their Marvel plans for the streamer, including the title for their upcoming Scarlet Witch and Vision series – now titled WANDAVISION. The studio also confirmed FALCON AND WINTER SOLIDER, starring Sam Wilson/Falcon (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan) as odd couple crime fighters.
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There's lots more, but let's get real, folks. You're here for the Galaxy's Edge deets! The panel will be starting momentarily, but in the meantime, let's do a quick recap of the basics. The latest chapter of the Skywalker Saga is directed by STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS helmer J.J. Abrams. The LOST and SUPER 8 creative also wrote the script alongside Chris Terrio, with Colin Trevorrow and Derek Connollyserving as co-writers. Set to star in the highly-anticipated final chapter of the saga from a galaxy far, far away are Daisy Ridley as Rey, Adam Driveras Kylo Ren, Oscar Isaac as Poe Dameron, Kelly Marie Tran as Rose Tico, John Boyega as Finn, Lupita Nyongo'o as Maz Kanata, Domhnall Gleeson as General Hux, Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker, and Carrie Fisher as Leia Organa (using archived footage), among others.
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Doing some warm ups prior to the #GalaxysEdge panel at #StarWarsCelebration pic.twitter.com/cTk4aXPuOH
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Imagineer Scott Trowbridge takes the stage to lead the #GalaxysEdge panel at #StarWarsCelebration
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Just saw a promo video for First, an organization that Lucasfilm and Force For Change are teaming up to help create more opportunities for the next generation of robotics engineers. #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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Josh Gad is in a promo video to introduce #GalaxysEdge #StarWarCelebration pic.twitter.com/FISk226p6u
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Josh Gad now takes the stage to host the #GalaxysEdge #StarWarCelebration pic.twitter.com/jGFGjD4Rx5
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"Disney bought me in the Fox acquisition” – Josh Gad #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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Disney Imagineers take the stage to talk #GalaxysEdge #StarWarCelebration pic.twitter.com/3rhwEXV9Fw
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Galaxys Edge is a new, remote trading port planet in wild space that’s full of smugglers, traders and adventurers. It’s meant to be an opportunity to participate in a Star Wars story. "It’s the most epic and immersive experience” #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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Some new concept art pics from #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/OHmP1t1kC3
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You will be able to “fly” the Millennium Falcon in Smuggler’s Run #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/5AfenkhYUV
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Some concept pics from Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/06YtMKNeu8
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A teaser for the most immersive experience at #GalaxysEdge which is called Rise of the Resistance #StarWarCelebration pic.twitter.com/jOeXM7fMic
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The reason for the new planet at #GalaxysEdge was about creating a journey that’s tailored to YOU, rather than immersing in an environment we’ve already seen and been in. #StarWarsCelebration
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The location on the planet is called Black Spire and it will have a story that fits into the Star Wars narrative, where characters from Star Wars history have various connections to it. #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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Some of the books and comics that tap into the #GalaxysEdge narrative pic.twitter.com/k0z54uAbiB
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The main black market trader at #GalaxysEdge that will be animatronic and can be bartered with to buy things from his shop pic.twitter.com/WIFjKW1Kgi
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You will be able to seek out Savi at Black Spire to build your very own lightsaber that will be completely customizable (and yes, you can take it home) #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/ES6DKE7Ko0
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Yes, you will be able to get some blue (and green) milk at #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/XD7iVcRlOQ
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#GalaxysEdge worked with @CocaCola to create Star Wars themed drink bottles for the park pic.twitter.com/6GoTN2vfBx
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Coca Cola drink bottles that will be available only at #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/41nREeFIb4
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“The drinks are gonna be so amazing” at the Cantina at Galaxy’s Edge. "The Food and Beverage team really knocked it out of the universe” #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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Fan-favorite Star Tours droid Rex will be at the #GalaxysEdge cantina pic.twitter.com/ETKfChsVao
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Some new tunes from the cantina at #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/ouCjcBlNqy
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You can not only fly the Millennium Falcon, but also control it. From fixing it, piloting it, firing the cannons and so much more. It’s a fully immersive experience that goes beyond simply sitting in the cockpit with lights and sounds. #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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A droid band will also supply some music at the cantina #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/F2D4aPgdPf
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Some more pics from the Millennium Falcon experience #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/TmbBLD0IUB
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Hondo was recreated in animatronic form for the Millennium Falcon experience #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/cUtrcxPZGB
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Animatronic Hondo at Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at #GalaxysEdge !! pic.twitter.com/7T3aE8Hccu
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Paul Reubens provides the voice for Rex at #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/M6SUuHbCaQ
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Yoda will also be at Galaxy’s Edge and will be voiced by Frank Oz #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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John Williams is providing original music for #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/WQLbl5IleZ
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You can simply ride rides and shop, etc. at Galaxy’s Edge, but you can go much, much deeper in using the Play App that allows you to translate, hack, etc. throughout the park #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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The Play App (which you can download today) which allows you to get a much more immersive experience #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/2YomomqE5S
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A closer look at the Play app that can be used at #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/B6quk9Sfsr
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A look at life at #GalaxysEdge pic.twitter.com/TtVcvvLwGt
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The imagineers say that Galaxy’s Edge is simply the beginning and there’s much more to come. #StarWarsCelebration #GalaxysEdge
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A quick video peek at #GalaxysEdge from #StarWarCelebration pic.twitter.com/JzDi0FhLUT
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That’s it for the #GalaxysEdge panel!
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Pretty exciting stuff! Stay tuned as we update!
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