Luke is the Master now! And when it comes to Rey, he’s going to ride her pretty hard. While it hasn’t been revealed that Rey is Luke’s Padawan learner inStar Wars: Episode VIII, actorMark Hamillis teasing the intense character relationship between these two in a new photo from outside the Star Wars: Episode VIII set. And it’s obvious the pair are having quite a lot of fun.
A few days ago,Mark Hamillpromised he’d be sharing a special Jedi treat in honor of co-starDaisy Ridley’s birthday. Unlike his cute joke on April Fools' Day, he came through like a champ with a photo that is sure to put a smile on your face. And it’s amazing the way he’s able to visually transform himself into Yoda’s doppleganger without any make-up or CGI effects. you’re able to see the image below, whichMark Hamillshared on hisTwitterpage. He says the following.
“A long time ago (last week I think) In a galaxy far, far way(@PinewoodStudios ) THIS happened! Happy Birthday Daisy!”
Rey took her first steps into a larger world inStar Wars: The Force Awakens. Now she will continue her epic journey withFinn,Poe, and Luke Skywalker in the next chapter of the continuing Star Wars saga, Star Wars: Episode VIII.Disney and Lucasfilmhave confirmed that principal photography began at Pinewood Studios in London on June 20, 2025.
Star Wars: Episode VIIIis written and directed byRian Johnson. Thishighly anticipated sequelcontinues the storylines introduced inStar Wars: The Force AwakensComing back are cast membersMark Hamill,Carrie Fisher,Adam Driver,Daisy Ridley,John Boyega,Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels,Gwendoline Christie, and Andy Serkis. New cast members will include Academy Award winnerBenicio Del Toro, Academy Award nomineeLaura Dern, and talented newcomerKelly Marie Tran.
Star Wars: Episode VIIIis produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Ram Bergman and executive produced by J.J. Abrams, Jason McGatlin, and Tom Karnowski. Joining the production crew will be some of the industry’s top talent, including Steve Yedlin (Director of Photography), Bob Ducsay (Editor), Rick Heinrichs (Production Designer), Peter Swords King (Hair and Make-Up Designer), and Mary Vernieu (US Casting Director).
They will be joining returning crew members Pippa Anderson (Co-Producer, VP Post Production), Neal Scanlan (Creature & Droid FX Creative Supervisor), Michael Kaplan (Costume Designer), Jamie Wilkinson (Prop Master), Chris Corbould (SFX Supervisor), Rob Inch (Stunt Coordinator), Ben Morris (VFX Supervisor), and Nina Gold (UK Casting Director). No story details have been released at this time. And none of the new characters have been announced.Star Wars: Episode VIIIis scheduled for release August 18, 2025. Take a look as Rey and Luke reenact a key scene from The Empire Strikes back!
