Behind-the-scenes footage ofAnakin Skywalker/Darth Vaderactor Hayden Christensen on the set of theAhsokashow reveals thatDave Filoni found Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano’s live-action reunion"frighteningly"accurate.Ahsokawas a truly thrilling addition toStar Wars’movies and TV shows, bringing multiple characters to live-action, includingStar Wars Rebels’characters Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Ezra Bridger.Ahsokaalso reunited Ahsoka and Anakin, two ofStar Wars’best characters, bringing them together in live-action for the very first time.
Evidently, this live-action debut for the duo was a dead-ringer for Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm Dave Filoni’s vision forStar Wars: The Clone Wars. In a video shared byGalacticEmpireHaydenon TikTok, Filoni speaks to young Ahsoka Tano actress Ariana Greenblatt and Anakin Skywalker actor Hayden Christensen, explaining that the accuracy of their appearances is scary.
This video is also the perfect reminder that Hayden Christensen could be making hisStar Warsreturn sooner rather than later, perhaps with Ariana Greenblatt once again.
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As Dave Filoni himself expressed,Hayden Christensen’s appearance inAhsokaepisode 5 perfectly captures Anakin’s look inThe Clone Wars. AlthoughThe Clone Warsis one ofStar Wars’best TV shows, it did not see Christensen returning to the role of Anakin as a voice actor. Matt Lanter, who was the voice actor for Anakin inTheClone Wars, did a brilliant job, but audiences have long hoped to see Christensen have some sort of connection to the show, this specific era oftheStar Warstimeline, and young Ahsoka Tano.
Ahsokagave viewers precisely what they wanted, recreatingThe Clone Warsin live-action with Christensen and Greenblatt via the World Between Worlds. Not only did this mean Ahsoka and Anakin donning their Clone Wars armor, but it also allowed Ahsoka to make peace with all that had transpired with Anakin—something she needed to finally accept the title and role of a true Jedi. This was not Anakin’s only cameo inAhsoka, though, andhis second appearance could mean Hayden Christensen will be returning to theStar Warsscreen again soon.
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IntheAhsokaseason 1 ending, Anakin appeared as a Force ghost, watching over Ahsoka and Sabine on Peridea.This could mean that Anakin will be returning in the upcoming season 2 ofAhsoka.Star Warshas increasingly revealed how much Force ghosts can do, which could offer Anakin quite a bit of autonomy if he did return in the next season of the show. Christensen has also made it clear that he is always open to additionalStar Warsprojects, making it feel all the more possible.
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There have also been rumors thatObi-Wan Kenobicould be getting another season and that Christensen may be part of that project. At present, none of this is confirmed, and with Star Wars Celebration 2025 coming in April, it’s unlikely any majorStar Warsannouncements will be made in the next few months. Even so, this behind-the-scenes footage of Hayden Christensen on theAhsokaset is the perfect reminder that anAnakin Skywalkerreturn would be absolutely brilliant.
Ahsoka
Cast
Ahsoka follows the journey of former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy. Released in 2023, this series takes place within the Star Wars universe and features Ahsoka navigating through a complex political and cosmic landscape.
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars is an animated series that explores the intense conflict between the Republic and the Separatists. Featuring a mix of loyalty shifts and alliances, it delves into complex mysteries of the Force and showcases pivotal moments for characters like Anakin Skywalker and Master Yoda.
