The rumors for STAR WARS EPISODE VIII have kicked into high gear. We have a spoiler section devoted to the so-called “script leaks” that have hit the web recently. Legit or absurd? We’ll let you decide! The mystery of Threepio’s red arm in TFA has finally been solved via Marvel Comics “C-3PO” one-off and we have a full review of the story. Plus, young Han Solo and Darth Vader casting rumors, Daisy Ridley talks about the future of Rey at the MTV Movie Awards, J.J. talks about more TFA deleted scenes yet to come, a STAR WARS at Disney Parks update, including deets on RFR Live in Orlando and more.
Tag Archives: 2015
Rebel Force Radio: December 4, 2015
THE FORCE AWAKENS in just 2 weeks and the hype machine is in full motion! J.J. Abrams and the cast of the film is hitting the talk show circuit and everyone is talking about The Wars. From Fallon to Kimmel, we review the all the highlights, STAR WARS “Talk Soup”-style. Get caught up with Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Jon Boyega, Daisy Ridley, and more. Plus, Mark Hamill spreads the word about Omaze in stormtrooper armor, Jason introduces STAR WARS to his daughter, and George Lucas discusses his “divorce” from the saga he created. Fuel your fandom and your anticipation for THE FORCE AWAKENS with us this week on Your Source For The Force, Rebel Force Radio.
Rebel Force Radio: November 27, 2015
It’s an RFR tradition! Every year on Thanksgiving, we give thanks to you, our listening audience, by turning the spotlight on your voice mails and feedback. As always, you filled up our inbox and we love hearing what you have to say! From anticipation for THE FORCE AWAKENS to George Lucas to Slave Leia and more, loyal RFR listeners always have a ton to say! Plus, Jimmy Mac and STAR WARS REBELS actor Taylor Gray (Ezra Bridger) enjoy AHL hockey action at a Chicago Wolves game and we get a special report from Disneyland’s “Season’s Of The Force” with tech author David Sparks (MacPowerUsers.com).
Rebel Force Radio: October 16, 2015
STAR WARS REBELS writer Steven Melching joins us In The Cantina to talk about writing Star Wars, the return of the clones, and behind-the-scenes stories from season 2. STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS news is heating up! We have details and rumors about the next trailer, the next poster, the logo, the running time, and the possible rating designation. Plus, we go on a Star Wars toy run, Ziro The Hutt checks in, and we have more on the strained relationship between Darth Vader actor David Prowse and Lucasfilm. Script flub? We wrap it up with an investigation into whether or not Mark Hamill accidentally yelled “Carrie!” instead of “Leia” as the rebels celebrated at the conclusion of A NEW HOPE.
Rebel Force Radio: October 13, 2015
Join Jimmy and Jason Live from Cleveland as we count down the weeks til THE FORCE AWAKENS; Sarah Michelle Gellar in REBELS; Boba Fett Casting Rumors; David Prowse Documentary; News from NYCC; STAR WARS EPISODE VIII and Benecio del Toro; TOPPS Star Wars Trading Cards; Trivia Contest and more.
Gentle Giant Day – November 14, 2015
Gentle Giant Day Event
This event will be an end of the year round up for Gentle Giant LTD. Gentle Giant Day will be held at a local vendor’s new store called “Blast from the Past”. It will serve as a show case for the last quarter of 2015 product. We will also display production samples of current work and possibly do a reveal of unannounced product.
What will the event consist of?
Along with all the Gentle Giant product, samples and possible reveals that will be showcased at the event. We will have door prizes, mystery black bag giveaways and trivia contests. Anyone who shows up to the event can sign the event guest list and receive a coupon code for the Gentle Giant website. Dog Town Dogs food truck will be showing up to sell some awesome hotdogs for the event. By attending Gentle Giant day you will be able to see all of the 4th quarter releases, very cool prototypes and past products we have solicited.
Does it cost anything?
The event is free to attend.
When is it?
The event will take place on November 14th 2015. It will start at 11am and go till 5pm
Where is it?
Gentle Giant Day will be held at Blast from the past which is located at 3117 W Magnolia Blvd Burbank, CA 91505
Parking
There is limited lot parking right next to the event location. There will be plenty of street parking though.
Door prizes, mystery black bag giveaway, raffles and trivia contests
The first 20 people attend the event will receive a random micro mini There will be a random black bag give away at the door throughout the day Trivia contest will be held (Time and prizes TBD)
Premier Guild Members
in attendance will receive 500 reward points equivalent to $25 (Please present your photo ID to verify membership) List will have First Name, Last Name, Email Address.
Regular members or Fans
in attendance of the show who sign up for the newsletter at the event will get a 15$ coupon code emailed to them.
Rebel Force Radio: October 2, 2015
A Chicago Tribune feature on RFR and original generation STAR WARS fans in middle-age hit the stands this week; Disney releases new info about “Season of the Force” and we continue to question the future of “Star Wars Weekends”; Tim Rose returns to play Admiral Ackbar in THE FORCE AWAKENS; The Clones return in STAR WARS REBELS season 2; Catching up with John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, and plenty of “Outrageous Unthinkable Stories”. All this plus a toilet paper roll dispenser that sounds like Chewbacca.
Rebel Force Radio: September 25, 2015
Hayden Christensen in STAR WARS EPISODE VIII rumors and the return of Darth Vader; John Landis has an exclusive scoop on the possibility of a BluRay release for the original Original Trilogy; The history of STAR WARS and the Oscars; Anthony Daniels goes off the deep end…Again; We go In The Cantina with STAR WARS mega-collector Chris Fawcett; Stories about Benecio del Toro and Gwendolyne Christie; James Earl Jones goes Beiber and more!
Rebel Force Radio: September 18, 2015
Three months until THE FORCE AWAKENS and filming has already begun on STAR WARS EPISODE VIII! We have the latest updates including Mark Hamill news, interview highlights with Benecio del Toro and Domhnall Gleeson, and what’s the status for the future of DISNEY’S STAR WARS WEEKENDS? A new rumor emerged this week that may mean trouble for the long-running annual event. We try to dig beneath the surface of these reports. STAR WARS artist Brian Rood’s work was featured on hundreds of pieces of merchandise released on Force Friday. We talk to Brian to get the behind-the-scenes story. Plus, author Michael Kogge stops by to talk about STAR WARS: ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW and his book tour which brought him to Jimmy Mac’s neighborhood. All this and CHICAGO WHITE SOX STAR WARS DAY, Toronto rock band The Soles, a TOPPS STAR WARS CARD TRADER APP update and more!
Rebel Force Radio: September 11, 2015
We recap FORCE FRIDAY and get an update on the upcoming RFR documentary WHEN THE GALAXY LISTENS with Toronto filmmaker Sheldon Norton; More from our visit with Dave Filoni at Lucasfilm; We review the Sphero BB-8 App Enabled Droid; Mads Mikkelson may have revealed his ROGUE ONE character name and Benecio del Toro is talking about EPISODE VIII; Plus, Wilhelm Scream Beer, Hoggsquattle gets identified, and what is the significance of the number 2187 to STAR WARS? Find out this week on RFR! Destination: STAR WARS.
RebelForce Radio: Monday: July 20, 2015
Amy Schumer’s appearance on the cover of GQ magazine this week presents us with yet another Slave Leia controversy. We talk about Amy’s racy photo shoot and discuss it’s potential impact on the franchise and fandom. A Han Solo Star Wars Anthology film is coming in 2018. We present the top 5 things we want to see in that film. Plus, we continue our coverage of Star Wars at the San Diego Comic Con as we shine the spotlight on the reunion of “Big Three”: Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford in what was truly a momentous occasion in Star Wars history. Australian comedian/podcaster Steele Saunders (Steele Wars) camped out at Hall H and he was there for the whole thing. From line to panel to fireworks, Steele give us his first hand account of this amazing event.
Enjoy RFR early this week! Stay strong with The Force…We will be back on Friday July 31st with a new episode of RebelForce Radio.
RebelForce Radio: July 17, 2015
San Diego Comic Con’s Star Wars The Force Awakens panel stole the convention. Join us for a full review of all the action including a shot-by-shot breakdown of the impressive TFA Behind-The-Scenes reel screened at the event along with audio highlights featuring J.J. Abrams, Lawrence Kasdan and the cast of Episode VII. Plus, we have a contender for RFR’s Outrageous Unthinkable Story of the Week Hall of Fame…Hasbro’s Black Series Princess Leia (Slave Outfit) action figure has stirred up a storm in Philadelphia and you will be blown away when you hear what went down. We’ll tell you what happened, why it happened, and we rant about it all.
DISNEY INFINITY 3.0 RELEASE DATE AUGUST 30, 2015
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – (July 8, 2015) Disney Interactive today announced that the Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Starter Pack, featuring the Star Wars™ Twilight of the Republic Play Set, will be available in North America on August 30, 2015. The following will also be available at launch:
Star Wars™Twilight of the Republic Play Set (Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano figures included) for players who choose to digitally download the Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Software; additional standalone figures (Yoda and Obi-Wan Kenobi) and Power Disc Pack
Star Wars Rebels™figures (Kanan Jarrus, Ezra Bridger, Sabine Wren, and Zeb Orrelios)
Star Wars™ Saga Starter Pack
Disney•Pixar’s Inside Out Play Set (Joy and Anger figures included) and additional standalone figures (Sadness, Disgust and Fear)
Disney figures (Mickey, Minnie, Mulan, Olaf, Sam Flynn and Quorra)
Tomorrowland Power Disc Pack. Additional Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Play Sets and figures will be available throughout the fall.
Fans who pre-order a Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Starter Pack at participating retail stores will receive an early copy of the Toy Box Expansion Game, Toy Box Takeover, an action-adventure valued at $19.99, featuring multiplayer gameplay allowing players to use all of their favorite Disney Infinity characters across Star Wars™, Marvel, Disney and Disney•Pixar.
Toy Box Takeover is one of two new Toy Box Expansion Games available to play in Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition. The second will be Toy Box Speedway, a kart-racing game, also set for release this fall. Toy Box Expansion Games unlock additional hours of gameplay inside Toy Box 3.0. Players place a Toy Box Expansion Game Piece on the Disney Infinity Base to unlock pre-built games that instantly take them into the action, mixing and matching characters from across The Walt Disney Company and using unlocked toys and gadgets to complete missions.
Toy Box Expansion Game Overviews:
Toy Box Takeover
When Syndrome gets his hands on Merlin’s magic wand, it’s up to the player to stop him. Using their favorite characters in Disney Infinity, they must battle across multiple worlds, such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Marvel’s Upper Manhattan, The Old West, or The Incredibles Volcano Lair to defeat the bad guys before they ruin the Toy Box forever. Players can complete missions with family and friends via two-player local co-op or four-player online.
Toy Box Speedway
Players can join their favorite Disney, Disney•Pixar, Marvel’s and Star Wars characters and vehicles in an action-packed kart-racer. With nine franchise-themed tracks to choose from – Sugar Rush, Frozen, Tatooine, a classic Star Wars location, San Fransokyo, Agrabah, Monsters Inc., Halloween Town, Gravity Falls or Marvel’s Knowhere – they can choose from three different game modes including Time Trial mode, Race mode and Combat mode. Players put their driving skills to the test as they attack opponents with gadgets and weapons and earn trophies across three challenge cups.
Rated E10+ by the ESRB, the Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Starter Pack available in North America on August 30, 2015 for $64.99, includes the Star Wars™ Twilight of the Republic Play Set, the Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Base, Ahsoka Tano and Anakin Skywalker character figures, and a web code card that unlocks content for PC and mobile devices.
Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition Video Game and Base are required to play the Toy Box Expansion Games. Toy Box Takeover and Toy Box Speedway will be sold separately at the suggested retail price of $19.99 each later this fall.
All figures and Power Discs from the 1.0 and 2.0 editions of Disney Infinity will be compatible with Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition in the enhanced Toy Box 3.0.
REBELFORCE RADIO: JUNE 5, 2015
REBELFORCE RADIO: JUNE 5, 2015: Star Wars The Force Awakens news and a debate about the release of the novelization; George Lucas speaks up about Episode VII; More Star Wars Celebration Stories & behind the scenes recaps from days 3 & 4; Harrison Ford is back in the air; Star Wars Rebels news; A John Williams update; Disney’s Star Wars Weekends; Barely Lethal giveaway and more!