Disneyland Adding Original ‘Star Wars’ Characters As Galaxy’s Edge Broadens Its Scope
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Key Points:
- Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge will introduce characters from the original Star Wars movies (1977-1983), including Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Han Solo, and Princess Leia, starting April 29.
- The themed area will feature the Outer Rim outpost of Batuu, enhanced by John Williams’ iconic original musical scores to deepen the immersive experience.
- The expanded timeline will cover multiple Star Wars eras such as the Galactic Civil War, New Republic, Age of the Resistance, and First Order, with detailed storytelling across the land.
- Galaxy’s Edge, which opened in 2019 with attractions like a life-size Millennium Falcon, is leveraging classic Star Wars IP amid new franchise content like the upcoming Mandalorian and Grogu
