The Ultimate Star Wars Surprise: Anakin Skywalker's Epic Return in Ahsoka - But Will Another Iconic Hero Join Him?

Summary

Hayden Christensen's new dialogue in the trailer for Ahsoka confirms his appearance as Anakin Skywalker, hinting at the inclusion of another Star Wars hero.

The dialogue hints at Ahsoka encountering more than just droids, indicating that the show will incorporate live-action flashbacks to the Clone Wars era. Additionally, there is a possibility of Ewan McGregor reprising his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi in Ahsoka, as flashbacks could bring together Anakin, Ahsoka, and Obi-Wan once again. Other beloved characters from the Clone Wars such as Captain Rex, Plo Koon, Yoda, and Mace Windu might also appear.

Ahsoka's marketing strongly suggests the presence of Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker in the series, as his new dialogue alludes to the inclusion of another beloved Star Wars hero. It has been a long-standing speculation that Christensen would reprise his role as Ahsoka's mentor in Ahsoka, marking his return to the Star Wars universe since Revenge of the Sith. Given Anakin's profound significance to Ahsoka's origins, it seemed only fitting for the character to make an appearance.

The official confirmation of Hayden Christensen's involvement in the show came with the release of Ahsoka's latest trailer, featuring the voice of Anakin Skywalker. The lines delivered by Christensen were specifically recorded for this show and have not been heard in any of his previous Star Wars appearances. This dialogue also offers hints on how Anakin may make his comeback, teasing the potential inclusion of another iconic Star Wars hero in Ahsoka's story.

Ahsoka’s Anakin Dialogue Hints At Live-Action Clone Wars Flashbacks

Since rumors of Anakin's return in Ahsoka have surfaced, various theories have emerged regarding his possible appearance, ranging from being a Force ghost to live-action flashbacks from Star Wars: The Clone Wars. While the former remains a strong possibility, the inclusion of new dialogue featuring Anakin in Ahsoka's marketing strongly suggests the latter is highly likely. In the trailer, Anakin's voice can be heard stating:

"In this war, you will encounter more than just droids. As your Master, it is my duty to prepare you. I may not always be present to watch over you. Do not be afraid and rely on your instincts. I believe in you, Ahsoka, I know you are capable of this."

Ewan McGregor Could Come Back As Obi-Wan In Ahsoka

: The quotes attributed to Anakin in the content seem to be referencing the events that took place during the Clone Wars era. Anakin's strong belief that Ahsoka will come across adversaries beyond just droids aligns perfectly with this era, considering that the main opposition faced by the Jedi during the Clone Wars was the Separatist droid army. Based on this, it is highly probable that Anakin Skywalker will make an appearance in Ahsoka through a flashback set in the prequel era – just as he did in Obi-Wan Kenobi. This revelation will undoubtedly be a thrilling experience for fans of both Hayden Christensen and Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Moreover, it also suggests the potential introduction of another significant Star Wars Jedi character in Ahsoka.

If Ahsoka indeed includes live-action flashbacks to Star Wars: The Clone Wars, there is also a possibility for Ewan McGregor to return as Obi-Wan Kenobi. In Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Obi-Wan frequently collaborated with Anakin and Ahsoka on various missions. Despite the show being an anthology with multiple perspectives, these three characters often formed the central trio of The Clone Wars. Including a flashback to The Clone Wars in Ahsoka could potentially bring them back together in live-action, with McGregor reprising his role as Obi-Wan Kenobi.

This may have originated from the fact that McGregor and Christensen collaborated once again on the production of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Both actors expressed their fondness for working together after a significant break following Revenge of the Sith. In fact, McGregor revealed during the Happy Sad Confused podcast that he even visited the set of The Mandalorian. Notably, McGregor conducted his costume tests for the Obi-Wan Kenobi project on the very same set, suggesting that Filoni could have reached out to him at that time to discuss his potential return as the character for Ahsoka.

Every Clone Wars Character Who Could Appear In Ahsoka

In addition to Obi-Wan Kenobi, the inclusion of Anakin's lines from Ahsoka during the Clone Wars era raises the question of which other characters could potentially make an appearance in live-action. One highly probable choice is the return of Temuera Morrison as Captain Rex. Apart from Anakin and Obi-Wan, Ahsoka shared a close bond with Rex, the clone captain of the 501st division, throughout the show. Morrison has expressed his willingness multiple times to bring Rex to live-action, which seems more plausible after his portrayals of Boba Fett and other clones in Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Ahsoka's Clone Wars flashbacks have the potential to bring together characters from the prequel trilogy, creating a sort of reunion. In these flashbacks, other Jedi such as Master Yoda, Mace Windu, and even Dave Filoni's favorite Jedi, Plo Koon, could make an appearance. Plo Koon, who played a crucial role in finding and bringing Ahsoka to the Jedi Temple, shares a special bond with her. With the possibility of a live-action flashback in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Anakin's presence in Ahsoka's story makes all these possibilities even more plausible.