Exclusive: The Unexpected Twist in Hayden Christensen's Triumphant Comeback as Anakin Skywalker That Will Leave Star Wars Fans Speechless

Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Ahsoka episode 5

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Star Wars fans were left in awe by Hayden Christensen's portrayal of Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka episode 5. They flooded Twitter with endless praise for his return and exceptional performance as Anakin.

Hayden Christensen effortlessly embodied his role and flawlessly portrayed Anakin in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Anakin Skywalker's depiction in episode 5 "Part Five: Shadow Warrior" of Ahsoka left fans astounded. Making a surprising appearance in the gripping conclusion of episode 4 "Part Four: Fallen Jedi," Anakin returns to impart one last lesson to his Padawan in the mystical World Between Worlds. Ahsoka, haunted by her past, was molded into a fierce warrior by Anakin, rather than being nurtured as a peacekeeper. Episode 5 of Ahsoka showcases Hayden Christensen's portrayal of Anakin Skywalker in a captivating storyline, allowing the actor from the prequel trilogy to showcase his versatility.

Fans on Twitter have enthusiastically expressed their unwavering support for Hayden's comeback as Anakin, showcasing their immense admiration for his remarkable portrayal. The accolades bestowed upon Christensen not only commend his outstanding performance but also acknowledge the commendable efforts of Dave Filoni and the entire crew in skillfully orchestrating Anakin's triumphant return.

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Hayden Christensen Really Is The Perfect Anakin

Reprising his role as Anakin, Hayden Christensen effortlessly embodies the version of the character showcased in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. While fans warmly embraced the animated portrayal of Anakin Skywalker, voiced by Matt Lanter, it was sometimes difficult to envision Christensen replicating specific scenes from the Clone Wars in live-action format. Nevertheless, any doubts were swiftly dispelled in Ahsoka episode 5, as Christensen flawlessly embodies his interpretation of Anakin while incorporating the beloved traits associated with his animated counterpart. Furthermore, he seamlessly transitions into the dark side-Anakin depicted in Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, ultimately becoming the feared Darth Vader.

Christensen has proven his versatility in playing multiple versions of Anakin Skywalker, spanning over 20 years. He portrayed Padawan-Anakin in Obi-Wan Kenobi and even donned the Darth Vader suit for a reunion with his former master. In episode 5 of Ahsoka, Christensen showcased his acting range by bringing The Clone Wars Anakin into live-action, effectively concluding Anakin's Force Ghost story. His return as Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka was flawless, and Star Wars fans are eagerly anticipating his future appearances. Catch new episodes of Ahsoka every Tuesday at 6 pm PT / 9 pm ET on Disney+.