Sigourney Weaver Plays a Star Wars Badass (& It Brings Her Full Circle)

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Actress Sigourney Weaver, renowned for her roles in The Mandalorian & Grogu, opened up about her latest character in Star Wars and reminisced on how this role marks a significant milestone in her career. In an interview with ComicBook at Star Wars Celebration Japan, Weaver revealed details about her fighter pilot character, who exudes toughness and dedication. As she looked back on her sci-fi background, the Oscar-nominated actress expressed great excitement about contributing to the enduring legacy of Star Wars.

Absolutely. As for the question about her character being bold, that’s certainly true. Given her background in the Rebellion, she’s well-versed in navigating the cosmos. In terms of politics, she’s clear about whom she’s supporting in the struggle.

She expressed her gratitude for being considered by director Jon Favreau, stating that it feels like her career has come full circle. She admitted to enjoying the earlier films and believes one of the reasons these movies are beloved is because many people first watched them during their childhood or young adulthood. Thus, revisiting these films takes us back in time to a simpler, more carefree era. It was an exciting prospect for her to return to this world as a professional.

Details about the storyline for “The Mandalorian and Grogu” are currently being kept secret, but earlier this year, Weaver provided some insights into her character. She mentioned that her character holds a position of authority and is responsible for dispatching Din Djarin on his Outer Rim mission. During the panel, photos were shown (which weren’t officially released) featuring Weaver dressed in the iconic red jumpsuit worn by many pilots from the original trilogy.

The duo of “The Mandalorian” and “Grogu” is set to appear in cinemas in May 2026, marking a return for Star Wars films after a prolonged gap. Whether this movie will influence upcoming episodes of the TV series it originated from remains uncertain. In an interview with ComicBook, Favreau declined to discuss the development of “The Mandalorian” Season 4, as his attention is centered on ensuring the film reaches completion.

Though there’s much more to uncover about Weaver’s character, her statements do provide some clarity. Given her background as a seasoned combatant against the Empire, it’s understandable that she would be involved in handling any lingering Imperial factions post-Galactic Civil War. This could imply that Din Djarin is set for a mission on behalf of the New Republic, even though his role isn’t officially defined within their ranks. Since he has previously assisted the New Republic on the show, influential figures may be aware of his capabilities and usefulness.

Rumors hint at a plotline where bounty hunter Embo captures Rotta the Hutt, so perhaps Din could enter the scene to rescue Rotta upon request from the New Republic for diplomatic reasons, allowing them to navigate through Hutt territory.

Whatever the character portrayed by Weaver in The Mandalorian and Grogu series promises, it’s certain to be thrilling for sci-fi enthusiasts to witness such an esteemed actress rejoin the Star Wars universe following many years. Throughout her career, Weaver has indelibly impacted the genre with her portrayal of numerous iconic characters. It seems that the role given to Wever by Favreau is tailor-made for her; a hardened fighter who’s faced countless battles, no-nonsense in her approach. Here’s hoping that Weaver gets ample screen time, as her performances could easily outshine others and it would be a pity if viewers were left craving more.

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2025-04-18 19:39