The Force-Cast : Star Wars News and Commentary

Three is the magic number with The Force-Cast! It's day THREE of Seven Days of Celebration Japan and Jimmy Mac sits down with someone who portrayed not one, not two, but THREE characters in the Star Wars saga: Jeremy Bulloch! Best known for his iconic role of Boba Fett, Jeremy enters the Cantina to talk about the silver screen, songs, and slurpees! Plus, Jimmy and Jason thank the fans for their support as The Force-Cast celebrates their victory at Thursday night's Star Wars Fan Film Awards ceremony. Leaving No Fan Behind, its Seven Days of Celebration Japan!

Fanboys the Director's Cut to be screened at Comic Con, Robot Chicken and Family Guy sequel news, KOTOR MMO confirmed, and Darth Vader is unveiled--all beautiful 12 inches of him. Plus, Billy Dee's Quote of the Week, and a post Celebration Japan talk with Jimmy Mac.

Much like one of George Lucas' fave Japanese films, Kurosawa's "The Seven Samurai," it's "Seven Days of Celebration Japan" with the Force-Cast! Lets go back to the Cantina with a very special guest, Chewbacca the Wookiee, Peter Mayhew! Peter sits down with Jimmy Mac at the Makuhari-Messe in Japan to talk about the success of Star Wars, life on the set, and life at home. The Force-Cast is leaving No Fan Behind with day two of Seven Days of Celebration Japan so listen now, or you might get your arms ripped outta their sockets!

It's 7 Days of Celebration Japan!!! For the next 7 days, The Force-Cast will present a special podcast from CJ! Today, it's highlights from the final 2 days with fresh reviews on The Clone Wars, celebrity interviews, and scoops on some upcoming Star Wars books! Plus, you never know what will happen when Jimmy Mac and Dan Curto go on one of their infamous laps around the convention floor. It's one surprise after another as The Force-Cast kicks off 7 Days of Celebration Japan!!!

OMG! The Force-Cast is very proud to present THE interview of Celebration Japan with Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill! What else needs to be said? Listen for yourself as Jimmy Mac makes a lifelong dream come true!

It's day 1 of Celebration Japan, and The Force-Cast is leaving no fan behind... with complete coverage from the floor, special guests, and a few surprises! Join Jimmy Mac and Dan Curto as they bring you the latest from the Land of the Rising Sun!

TV critics get more than a glimpse of The Clone Wars animated series, the fate of Anakin's Padawan is debated, and The Force Unleashed gets crowned the most anticipated game of the year. Hasbro's Derryl DePriest stops by the Cantina for a good long chat about 7/26 and beyond. Plus, Celebration Japan news, Billy Dee's Quote of the Week, Pete's latest pick of the Pix, your feedback and more. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

Jimmy Mac combats jet lag while searching high and low for Dan Curto...and then we take you on a trip through the hall during the setup day for Celebration Japan! Just sit right back and listen to the show while viewing the photo galleries at Rebelscum.com....it's like you're here with us! "No fan left behind" indeed!

The Clone Wars premiere and soundtrack, rumored C5 locales, and updates on C-Japan and Comic Con. Plus, Fanboys Director Kyle Newman drops by the Cantina with good news about the status of the film. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

Clone Wars Happy Meals, Star Wars gets a new website, and three unthinkable stories of the week. Plus, Lawrence Noble (The Art of Ralph McQuarrie) and John Scoleri (Dreams and Visions Press) in the Cantina. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

The Force-Cast's own Jason, Jimmy Mac, and the Jawas (Kay and Mark) have officially entered the 2008 Atom Films Star Wars Fan Movie Challenge with their animated short, "George Lucas Hip Hop Awards." Listen in as Jason, Jimmy Mac, Kay, and Mark discuss the making of the film and how you can help them take home the gold at Comic Con's Fan Film Awards Ceremony later this month. Help us Force-Cast fans... you're our only hope. Vote early, vote often!

Join Jimmy Mac as he chats it up with Head of Lucasfilm Fan Relations Steve Sansweet immediately following his presentation at Wizard World Chicago. Listen in as they discuss the Clone Wars animated projects, the Force Unleashed, Celebration Japan, the new Star Wars Encyclopedia, the live action series, and much more. Thank you to Steve Sansweet for taking time out for the Force-Cast.

Clone Wars movie, book, and video game news, George testifies on the Hill, and a breakdown of summer convention exclusives. Plus, Star Wars artist Tom Hodges and his wife Terri stop by to chat about a very special project. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

Hayden talks Clone Wars, The Force Unleashed plot line begins to unfold, and a Canadian collector makes off with a big prize--barely. Plus, Billy Dee, book news, and your phone calls and e-mails. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast. br

Clone Wars gets a new trailer, a run time, and Christopher Lee. Fanboys' rightful director takes back control and trouble brews at LucasArts. Plus, guest Paul Bateman (RalphMcQuarrie.com) stops by to celebrate Ralph's 79th birthdays and show the master's influence still reigns in that galaxy far, far, away. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

As Disney's Star Wars Weekends prepares to take off for a second time this weekend, join Jovial Jay Shepard as he podcasts "live" from the infamous Star Tours attraction! Jay is presenting his top 5 favorite tunes from the Galaxy of Music and he's doin' so Disney-style! Check out this latest installment of everyone's number one showcase for Star Wars songs and parodies and see if Jovial Jay's top 5 songs matches your top 5!

Clone Wars gets a home in Canada and a flood of merchandise. George's daughter takes up a new hobby and the mullet claims its rightful place in the center of the Star Wars Universe. Plus, birthdays, Billy Dee, and your phone calls. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

This weekend marks the start of Disney's Star Wars Weekends 2008 in beautiful Orlando, Florida. Each year the event gets bigger and better and this year will be no exception. Hosted by Florida-based Force-Cast contributer, Mick Celli, and produced by Jimmy Mac, this Microcast is packed with all the tips and info to make your visit to the Disney parks the best it can be. Check it out even if you aren't going to attend as the Force-Cast leaves NO FAN BEHIND with our coverage of Disney's Star Wars Weekends 2008!

Clone Wars gets a rating, another open letter to the notorious G.L., and Mark Hamill confirms his appearance at this summer's Celebration Japan. Plus, birthdays, Billy Dee, and Star Wars/Indy artist Paul Ballard in the Cantina. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

Jimmy Mac gets up close with the author of the ninth and final novel in the Legacy Of The Force series, Troy Denning. Jimmy caught up with Troy at a recent book signing in Chicago.

It's the latest (and some of the heaviest) selections from The Galaxy of Music! Join Jimmy Mac as he plays your favorite Star Wars music and parodies. The request lines are open at Podcast@TheForce.net and we're spinnin' what you wanna hear. If the Mos Eisley Cantina had a jukebox, this is what it would be playing! Maybe you've heard some of these tunes, or maybe they're all new to you. Whatever the case may be, you cannot miss this hyperspace jump through the Galaxy of Music!

Clone Wars gets a poster and a trailer (for real), Sam Jackson confirmed as the voice of Mace Windu, and Ewan McGregor has some nice things to say about Star Wars to the BBC. Plus the history of the Millenium Falcon and the eFX Stormtrooper helmet goes global. All that along with your feedback; if it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

A couple of fans "deal" with the Dark Lord, Carrie Fisher dishes to Justin Lee Collins and Star Wars author Kevin J. Anderson drops by the Cantina. Plus, Hasbro confirms the BMF and Reverend Billy Dee spreads the gospel of the Ewoks. All that and more; if it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

Sansweet talks live action show at NY Comic-Con, Seth Green to lend his voice to Clone Wars, and Jeremy Bulloch honored with Fett costume. All that and more, plus, Billy Dee, birthdays, and your calls and e-mails. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

Listen in as your hosts Jason, Jimmy Mac, and Jovial Jay break down the leaked Clone Wars trailer scene by scene and analyze what it tells us about this Summer's theatrical release and the series in the Fall. Plus fan reaction to the trailer from the forums and voice mail line in this first episode of an exciting new Force-Cast Microcast Series: the Clone Wars Roundtable.

More Clone Wars talk from George, the Prequel Trilogy SPIKES Lord of the Rings, and fans finally get the ship of their childhood dreams. All that and more, plus, Billy Dee, birthdays, and your calls and e-mails. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.

It's time once again to check in with The Force-Cast for all the latest news from The Galaxy Far, Far Away. Join your host Pete, along with co-host Jimmy Mac, for a rundown of this week in Star Wars. In this new show, we're focusing on fresh info about The Force Unleashed, The Saga on Spike, and The latest wackiness surrounding the Jedi Church. All this, plus your letters, voice mails, birthdays, and Billy Dee! If it's Friday...It's time for The Force-Cast!

You wanted it, you got it! The premiere episode of the Force-Cast Collector-Cast is finally here. Join our own Dan Curto as he launches the latest Force-Cast program. In the first episode, sit back and take a trip through Dan's long obsession with Star Wars action figures, immerse yourself with the first interactive review/Photo Archive update of the final wave of action figures in The 30th Anniversary Collection...the figures based on The Force Unleashed! As an added bonus, learn what other toys are planned for The Force Unleashed, and slice into the holonet for some juicy rumors of what the future may hold for collectors. All this and more can be found in the debut of The Force-Cast Collector-Cast!

It's a busy time in the Star Wars Universe, and we've got you covered! With all the news and rumors surrounding The Clone Wars, the live-action TV show, and upcoming DVD releases, you need the Force-Cast to make sense of it all. It can all be found here! Plus, we're featuring some HOT collecting news, rumors, and commentary from the Galaxy Far, Far Away. You can't get it anywhere else... it's the Force-Cast Special Report!

Celebration rumors out of Jedi-Con, the Weinsteins break under the pressure of 300,000 Fanboys, trouble in Tunisia, and Executive Producer Terry Minogue in the Cantina to talk about the Star Wars Saga on Spike. Plus, birthdays, Billy Dee, your calls, voice mails, and e-mails. If it's Friday, it's time for the Force-Cast.