About Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Episode IX)

Released in 2019, "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" is the ninth and final episode of the Skywalker saga in the Star Wars franchise. The film was directed by J.J. Abrams and follows the Resistance as they face the First Order once again in a final battle to determine the fate of the galaxy.

Making / Production

"Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" was first announced in 2015 and filmed in 2018 under the working title "trIXie". The screenplay was written by J.J. Abrams and Chris Terrio. The film leveraged advancements in special effects and cinematography to bring the iconic science fiction universe to life.

Actors

• Daisy Ridley as Rey: With an incredible performance, Ridley brings depth to Rey, a resourceful scavenger turned Jedi.
• Adam Driver as Kylo Ren: Driver continues to portray Kylo Ren, offering a nuanced performance of the complex character.
• John Boyega as Finn: Boyega convincingly plays Finn, whose journey from former stormtrooper to Resistance hero is filled with action and emotion.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The final word spoken in the film is "yes", the same final word of Episode VI, when Anakin Skywalker redeemed himself.
• The movie marks the first time Warwick Davis reprised his character Wicket W. Warrick from the original trilogy.
• The voice of the Jedi archives, heard in the movie, is actually the voice of J.J. Abrams's assistant, Morgan Dameron.

Awards

"Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" was nominated for three Academy Awards including Best Original Score, Best Visual Effects, and Best Sound Editing.

Quotes

• "Confronting fear is the destiny of a Jedi.” – Luke Skywalker
• "A thousand generations live in you now. But this is your fight.” – Leia Organa
• "The Force will be with you. Always." – Leia Organa

Music, Soundtrack

• "Main Title and the Attack on the Jakku Village" – John Williams
• "The Jedi Steps and Finale" – John Williams
• "The Rise of Skywalker" – John Williams