Welcome, SoR listener to episode 238 and our final episode of this year!

We're taking the remainder of the year off and will be back on January 15th for our full review of Skeleton Crew. The reason for the short hiatus? Basically, Star Wars news has been extremely slow for the last few months. Of the stories we are talking about recently, it's just the same stuff or it's fan nonsense. The last thing we want to do is come back every week and not sound like our enthusiastic selves about something we love. So you get a rest for a little while!

For this episode we've got Star Wars movie calendar updates, Black Friday toy and collectibles, new Darth Vader themed clothing from Columbia and some fun tidbits from the rumour mill. Enjoy!

The news stories from around the galaxy that we discussed on this episode...

• How Star Wars' Next TV Show Fits Into The Timeline, Explained By Creators: "There's Room For Pirates & Danger"
• Exclusive: Hasbro just dropped its most impressive Star Wars Black Series Force FX Elite lightsaber | TechRadar
• Tom Hiddleston Becomes Star Wars Villain Palpatine In New Disney Fan Poster
• Lego Star Wars UCS Black Friday Deal - Luke's Landspeeder Is Steeply Discounted - GameSpot
• Henry Cavill Rumoured for Star Wars Role
• Star Wars | Columbia Darth Vader Collection Revealed - Jedi News
• Star Wars Movie Pulled From 2026 Release Calendar and Replaced by Ice Age 6 - IGN
• Rey to Reportedly Appear in 'Several' Upcoming Star Wars Films: 'She Is the Most Valuable Cinematic Asset' - IGN
• Andor Season 2 Release Date & Logo Revealed
• Diego Luna Promises Andor Season 2 is ‘Worth the Wait’ - Jedi News

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Hello there, Star Wars fans and welcome to episode 237.

Our headline story this week feels like a twisted, nightmarish trip down memory lane that we've gone down many times before. Once again, Lucasfilm has a new trilogy of Star Wars films in the works with X-Men alum Simon Kinberg at the helm. With so many writers and directors coming on then leaving over the years you can forgive the cynical tone here.

Elsewhere in the galaxy, Skeleton Crew dropped it's latest trailer with a unique vibe, an update on every SW game in development and finally, Star Wars gets its first transgender Stormtrooper - Sister.

The news stories from around the galaxy that we discussed on this episode...

• Star Wars unveils first look of its first trans woman stormtrooper called 'Sister' with armour in the colour of the transgender flag | Daily Mail Online
• The new Star Wars: Skeleton Crew trailer is heavy on Spielberg vibes
• Every upcoming Star Wars game officially announced | Space
• Star Wars New Movie Trilogy: Simon Kinberg Writing

About Spark of Rebellion:

This is Spark of Rebellion, the weekly Star Wars podcast for casual fans and veterans alike.

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Hello there! This is episode 236!

A short and sweet episode this week, Star Wars fans. We do have a few news items to chat through including: the uncertain future of the Rey movie, which has faced setbacks; impressive advancements in Hot Toys collectibles, specifically focusing on the stunning new figures like Balen Skull and Darth Sidious; an upcoming "The Art of Star Wars Outlaws" book looks cool and an nice little insight about an unused switch-a-roo involving Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon!

The news stories from around the galaxy that we discussed on this episode...

• George Lucas Cut Obi-Wan Death Twist From 'Star Wars: Phantom Menace'
• Hot Toys Ahsoka Baylan Skoll Figure Unboxing | First Look - Jedi News
• The Art of Star Wars Outlaws from Dark Horse Arrives on July 8th, 2025 - Jedi News
• Andor S2 - Kino Loy Returns?
• Rey Skywalker Movie Loses Writer, The Mandalorian & Grogu Wraps Filming

About Spark of Rebellion:

This is Spark of Rebellion, the weekly Star Wars podcast for casual fans and veterans alike.

We are your hosts, Garry and Mark and every single Saturday we release a brand new episode bringing you the latest news, reviews & discussion on all things Star Wars. Tell all of your Star Wars loving friends that the show is available to listen to, completely free anywhere you can find podcasts.

Get merch and other goodies!

Want to support us? Throw some beer money our way with a Tip or if you want to grab yourself a laptop sticker, some sweet merchandise, guest opportunities and even a producer credit on the show, you can do that too with a Spark of Rebellion Membership. Hit the link below now and show your support for the Rebellion!

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Now, go explore and may the Force be with you... always!