George Lucas gives us a sneak peek of what we’ll find in his upcoming museum, ANH returns to theaters, the High Republic is ending, and everything that happened in the week of July 26 – August 1, 2025.
George Lucas gives a preview of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
San Diego Comic-Con took place over the last weekend. We all know that this event is THE EVENT for fans of anything that is considered “geek”. Great panels, exclusive items made for the convention, and special announcements are what make SDCC an iconic event.
What made the 2025 edition extra special was the first-ever appearance of George Lucas. The reason for his presence was to talk about the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art.
The Lucas Museum displays things like concept art, maquettes, and props from the original trilogy and prequel era of Star Wars. Among said items, we will be able to see Luke’s X-34 Landspeeder from A New Hope, a 1:1 replica of General Grievous’ TSMEU-6 Wheel Bike as seen in Revenge of the Sith, and a full-scale version of Anakin Skywalker’s N-1 Starfighter from The Phantom Menace.
Star Wars items won’t be the only theme of the museum. Lucas mentioned that the collection will also feature the first drawing of Flash Gordon from 1934, original art for Marvel’s Iron Man’s debut comic cover from 1968, illustrations from Peanuts’ creator Charles M. Schulz, and paintings and other works from Norman Rockwell, Jack Kirby, and Frida Kahlo, among many others.
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will have a collection of over 150,000 objects and is set to open next year in Exposition Park, Los Angeles.
SWTOR announces Update 7.7.1
Broadsword announced Update 7.7.1 for Star Wars: The Old Republic on July 30th via live stream. Some of the things mentioned include specific details about the next chapter of the story, Galactic Season 9, F2P improvements, changes to security keys, new cartel markets, and a lot more. You can check Endonae’s article for all the details.
A New Hope returns to theaters
As many of you may know, April 30th, 2027, marks the 50th anniversary of A New Hope. It has become a tradition to re-release Star Wars films when it’s special anniversary. We recently got it with The Phantom Menace, Revenge of the Sith, and now A New Hope.
Many of us weren’t alive when it was released for the first time in 1977, so it’s definitely going to be a very special occasion. It’s still many months in 2027, but it’s nice that we know in advance that it’s going to happen.
Visions (Treasury Edition)
Marvel brings the visions of Takazhi Okazaki and Peach Momoko to a physical format. Fans of The Duel can now re-live the fight between Kako and Gel. Read all of it in one single issue. Release date: July 29, 2025.
The Acolyte: The Crystal Crown
As Jedi Masters clean up a political mess, Jecki and Yord end up in a planet-wide coming-of-age ritual as guests. Everything appears to be ok until it starts to involve death. The young Padawans must use all their training if there’s any hope of survival. Release date: July 29, 2025.
The High Republic – The Finale #1: The Beacon
The long conflict with The Nihil has finally come to an end after countless battles and sacrifices. As everyone is gathered for a celebration, a decision is made, and it leads to where it all began. We’re going back to Dalna. Release date: July 30, 2025.
Hyperspace Stories: Tides of Terror #1 (of 4)
Jedi Masters Kit Fisto, Mace Windu and Shaak Ti are sent to investigate a suspicious underwater research facility on Torbus. The diplomatic incursion quickly turns into a rescue mission when creatures from the depths pretend to satiate their hunger with the people aboard the facility. Release date: July 30, 2025.
