Hayden Christensen “one hundred percent” wants to return as Anakin Skywalker after Ahsoka

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Star Wars enthusiasts might be excited about seeing more of Anakin Skywalker, given that actor Hayden Christensen has shown interest in reprising the famous role. During a chat at FanExpo Boston, Christensen – best known for playing Anakin across the prequel trilogy, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and the live-action Ahsoka series – expressed his eagerness by saying, “Absolutely… I’d love to, yes.” His strong desire to continue in the role suggests that he isn’t ready for his Anakin adventure to come to an end.

Discussions and debates about Hayden Christensen’s portrayal of Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars saga have been abundant. The change of Anakin into Darth Vader left an indelible mark on fans, whether it was positive or negative. Though the prequels received mixed reactions at first, Christensen’s portrayal of Anakin remained intriguing. Over time, fans who experienced the prequel era have developed a nostalgic affection for his performance.

Following the conclusion of the prequels, particularly with “Revenge of the Sith” in 2005, actor Hayden Christensen took a break from the Star Wars franchise. However, his return to the series in “Obi-Wan Kenobi” (2022) and “Ahsoka” (2023) rekindled enthusiasm for his portrayal of Anakin Skywalker. In “Ahsoka,” Christensen’s character served as a mentor and sometimes adversary to Ahsoka Tano, adding a fresh dimension to Anakin’s character. This dimension re-explored his past as Anakin/Darth Vader. These new appearances revived interest in the character and speculation about his continued role in the Star Wars universe.

As a devoted fan of “Clone Wars” and “Revenge of the Sith”, hearing Christensen’s enthusiastic affirmation, “One hundred percent… I would love to, yes,” is nothing short of electrifying! It’s evident that the audience’s fascination with Anakin Skywalker’s tale hasn’t waned, and there remains a palpable yearning to delve deeper into his journey post-Vader. With the captivating success of the “Ahsoka” series, it seems our hunger for unraveling Anakin’s story continues to grow, especially in a context beyond the films.

In the Ahsoka series, Anakin’s character portrayal continues to impact viewers significantly, particularly during emotional recollections and confrontations. Anakin’s transformation from a Jedi hero to a Sith Lord has been pivotal in the Star Wars universe, and Christensen’s reprisal of the role adds depth to this narrative, especially through the eyes of Ahsoka, his former padawan. The evolution of their relationship, initially as master and apprentice, now as adversaries, presents opportunities for further emotional exploration in future projects. Be it through flashbacks, Force visions, or the World Between Worlds, fans eagerly anticipate Christensen’s next contribution to the Star Wars saga.

In the second season of “Ahsoka,” Rosario Dawson’s character Ahsoka Tano will be joined by the return of Christensen. Currently, the filming for this season is underway.

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2025-08-11 18:38