George Lucas

A laundry list of plot points cluster like an asteroid field in “Rise of Skywalker.” It’s a spirited, hectic and ultimately forgettable conclusion of the Skywalker saga begun 42 years ago by George Lucas.

In an era in which binge-watching is the new norm, Disney+ is breaking the mold — at least with its new content. While episodes of old Disney shows can be watched one right after another, all of Disney’s new programming is being doled out in weekly installments, just like traditional cable. Then there are the shorter-than-average episodes.

Never heard of a Mandalorian? You’re not alone. Actor Pedro Pascal hadn’t either when he started talking to Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni about an ambitious new “Star Wars” series that would become a marquee offering for the Walt Disney Co.’s new streaming service, Disney Plus, which launches Nov. 12.

According to Forbes, the Brooklyn-born artist-turned-entrepreneur’s business empire is now worth $1 billion, making him “one of only a handful of entertainers to become a billionaire — and the first hip-hop artist to do so.”

According to Forbes, the Brooklyn-born artist-turned-entrepreneur’s business empire is now worth $1 billion, making him “one of only a handful of entertainers to become a billionaire — and the first hip-hop artist to do so.”

When it came to designing Disneyland’s “Star Wars” themed attraction, the first order of business was coming up with something new, something beyond what fans have seen in the movies, books and cartoons over the past four decades, a panel of designers said Wednesday.

“Star Wars” cast members and fans of the franchise on Thursday were mourning the loss of Peter Mayhew, the lanky actor inside the Wookiee suit who played Chewbacca, or Chewie, in the original film trilogy. Mayhew died at his home in Texas on Tuesday at the age of 74, according to a family statement. No cause was given.

Actor Peter Mayhew, best known for portraying Chewbacca in the “Star Wars” franchise, has died at 74. Mayhew died at his Texas home on April 30.

It’s now easier than ever in France to act out “Star Wars” fantasies, because its fencing federation has borrowed from a galaxy far, far away and officially recognized lightsaber dueling as a competitive sport.

In France, it is easier than ever now to act out “Star Wars” fantasies. The fencing federation has officially recognized lightsaber dueling as a competitive sport.

Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian and Kylie Jenner announced Wednesday that each of their websites will go dark in 2019.

George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey landed the top three spots.

A new documentary, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?,” offers a timely reminder of the children’s TV show host’s message of kindness and acceptance.

The first Disney-era character-origin story hits theaters Friday amid a new hope for the franchise.

Ron Howard’s 40-year directing career almost ended before it began. His first day directing a feature film, the high-octane road movie “Grand Theft Auto,” came the day after his 23rd birthday. “I thought I was going to be fired by lunchtime,” remembers Howard. “The second day felt more comfortable. By the wrap party, it had fulfilled all my expectations for...

The latest “Solo: A Star Wars Story” trailer and the impending “Lost in Space” reboot offer new looks at sci-fi pioneers.

George Lucas broke ground for “The Lucas Museum of Narrative Arts” in Los Angeles on Wednesday. The museum will feature paintings and comics, along with storyboards and props from popular films. Unfortunately, no lightsabers were used in the groundbreaking.