Hayden Christensen Returns as Anakin in Ahsoka Season 2 - Star Wars Celebration

The excitement at Star Wars Celebration reached new heights with the announcement that Hayden Christensen will reprise his iconic role as Anakin Skywalker in Season 2 of *Ahsoka*. This news thrilled fans eager to see more of Ahsoka's journey with her former master unfold.

Christensen made a special appearance at the *Ahsoka* panel, where he shared his enthusiasm about returning to the role. "It was a dream to get to do," he remarked. "The way they conceived how to do it was brilliant in getting to explore the World Between Worlds. I thought it was all really exciting."

Series creator Dave Filoni humorously noted his determination to work with Christensen again, saying he had to "invent entire dimensions to make it happen." This light-hearted comment underscored the lengths they went to bring Anakin back into the *Ahsoka* narrative.

Christensen also discussed his deep dive into Anakin's life during the Clone Wars, a period well-explored in animation but now brought to life in a new way. "All of this had been presented well in the animated world, but I was really excited to do that in live action," he explained. "As much as I love the traditional Jedi robes I wore during the prequels, it was exciting to get to see Anakin with a new look."

During the panel, Filoni elaborated on how their shared history with George Lucas helped them craft a rich portrayal of Anakin. "I always have George's voice in the back of my head saying, 'faster, more intense!'" Christensen added, reflecting on the guidance they received.

For more insights, explore why *Ahsoka* serves as a powerful testament to Anakin Skywalker's legacy, get a first look at Rory McCann as Baylan Skoll in *Ahsoka* Season 2, and catch up on all the major updates from *The Mandalorian & Grogu* and *Andor* panels.