Billy Dee Williams, the original actor for Lando Calrissian in Star Wars, has provided a cryptic hint about his potential role in the upcoming Lando series. This comes after the exciting update that Donald Glover will be returning to play the character in his younger years. Williams' message on Twitter, which coincided with the news that Glover will be co-writing the script, strongly suggests his possible participation in the show.
What Role Could Billy Dee Williams Play In Star Wars' Lando TV Show?
It would be incredibly thrilling to witness Williams taking on the role of the show's narrator, recounting Lando's previous escapades masterfully portrayed by Glover.With Solo providing the foundation, Williams' Lando serving as a narrator in Lando is made possible. In the 2018 film where Glover debuted as a younger Calrissian, Lando could be seen documenting his experiences in a memoir titled "The Calrissian Chronicles". The Calrissian Chronicles not only makes for a compelling subtitle for the Lando show but also presents an ideal opportunity for Billy Dee Willaims to narrate the captivating chapters of his book as Lando, taking us back to Glover's portrayal of Lando during his youthful escapades.
The Lando show could address a lingering plot point - the whereabouts of Lando's daughter, Kadara. In the book Shadow of the Sith by Adam Christopher, it is revealed that Kadara was abducted by the First Order. It would be gratifying to witness a resolution to this storyline, especially if Billy Dee Williams returns in the forthcoming Lando series. Fans are eagerly hoping that Williams is hinting at his participation in the upcoming Star Wars show.