This hilarious new video showsAnakin Skywalker/Darth Vaderactor Hayden Christensen going to seeStar Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sithin theaters for its theatrical re-release.Revenge of the Sithis celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and while there may have beencomplaints about the prequel trilogywhen it first came out,Revenge of the Sithis now largely seen as one ofStar Wars’best movies. Now,there’s plenty of fanfare aboutRevenge of the Sith’s20th anniversary theatrical re-release—and it turns out Hayden Christensen is joining in on the fun.
In the video, posted toStar Wars’official X account, Anakin Skywalker actor Hayden Christensen can be heard asking for a ticket. When asked for which movie he’d like the ticket, the camera flips to Christensen, who is holding new merchandise celebratingRevenge of the Sith’sreturn to theaters.
This video is such a fun, charming way forStar Warsto celebrateRevenge of the Sith’s20th anniversary and corresponding theatrical re-release, and it’s wonderful to see Hayden Christensen taking center stage in this way.
What Revenge Of The Sith’s Theatrical Re-Release Means For Star Wars
This Time Around, This Star Wars Movie Will Get The Love It Deserves
As mentioned,Revenge of the Sithis now hailed as one of the best additions toStar Warsmovies and TV shows, but, at the time, it received significant backlash and criticism. This had actually happened with all three prequel trilogy movies, beginning with outrage atStar Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menaceintroducing Anakin Skywalker as a child. Over time, the fanbase has largely changed its tune, not only about the movies but also about the actors themselves.
Hayden Christensen was among the actors who bore the brunt of the criticism of the prequels, alongside young Anakin actor Jake Lloyd and Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best. Yet, the excitement around Christensen’s return inObi-Wan KenobiandAhsokaand Ewan McGregor’s return as Obi-Wan inObi-Wan Kenobimakes it clear that the prequel trilogy actors have since become beloved. Likewise,this time around,Revenge of the Sith’stheatrical release will be celebrated by fans who adore the movie.
Our Take On Revenge Of The Sith
This Theatrical Re-Release Is Truly Exciting
As a kid of the 90s, I’ve always loved the prequel trilogy, even before there was this more general shift in the fanbase. In fact, I’ve long been confused about how much hate these movies receive. Yes, there are clunky lines, and even some narrative choices I don’t agree with (such ashow Padmé died), but, on the whole, I think they are brilliantStar Warsmovies. More than that,I’ve always thought the characters—and the actors playing them—in the prequels were brilliant.
It’s now beyond exciting to get the opportunity to see this movie, and actors in it like Christensen, back on the big screen. Apparently, 20 years are exactly what the fanbase needed to fully get behind the prequels, especiallyRevenge of the Sith, and now there’s sure to be more fanfare than ever about this movie being in theaters. This hilariousStar Warsvideo featuring Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader actor Hayden Christensen was the perfect way to kick offStar Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith’stheatrical re-release, which begins this week.
