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Post by GameOVER! on Jan 20, 2011 17:15:20 GMT -5
 Liam Neeson is returning to that Galaxy Far, Far Away. EW has learned exclusively that the actor will reprise his Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace role as doomed Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn on Cartoon Network’s Star Wars: The Clone Wars on Jan. 28 and again on Feb. 11. He’ll be voicing Qui-Gon, who appears to Obi-Wan Kenobi in visions, in a three-part arc about his former protégé Anakin Skywalker’s destiny as the Chosen One. Though The Clone Wars has featured a number of high-profile guest-stars, including Seth Green, George Takei, Michael York, Ron Perlman, Clancy Brown, and director Jon Favreau, Neeson is by far the biggest name yet attached to the series (airing Friday nights at 8:30 pm ET). Considering the backlash against The Phantom Menace, and Neeson’s string of post-Star Wars critical and box-office hits, to voice a character on The Clone Wars might seem to be an unexpected — and even brave — move. But his connection to the saga runs deeper. Neeson tells EW he wanted to return to Star Wars because he felt that “these characters resonate…even after all these years.” He adds, “Growing up, my heroes were cowboys; they were strong and mysterious, and it seemed like they always rode off into the sunset. For kids today, Star Wars has that same kind of magic. I really wanted to be a part of that.” And he still is. To help you geek out in advance, here’s an exclusive clip from Neeson’s first episode as he, in spectral form, confronts his former Padawan Obi-Wan Kenobi. And be sure to check out our weekly Clone Wars recaps! insidetv.ew.com/2011/01/20/liam-neeson-star-wars-clone-wars-exclusive/I am personally stoked, plus i think the Clone Wars is a great series! |
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Post by wyleecyotee on Jan 20, 2011 18:06:27 GMT -5
Looking forward to that episode, shame the series is very kid focussed but still entertaining.
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Post by Hulkamaniac on Jan 20, 2011 18:07:57 GMT -5
I need to get caught up on this series.
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Post by ß®å¢K$ßâ¢k on Jan 20, 2011 18:35:02 GMT -5
I looked into this thread because I know Liam Neeson...I looked up this Star Wars thing...It looks dumb. Probably not something I would watch. What is it about?
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Post by sean™ on Jan 20, 2011 18:54:14 GMT -5
I'd totally watch this solely for Qui-Gonn. My favorite.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 20, 2011 19:07:16 GMT -5
excellent news......I just read this over at Hisstank.cant wait for these episodes
series 3 was a bit slow in the middle but with The Nightsisters arc it has picked back up.......
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Post by Deleted on Jan 20, 2011 19:10:12 GMT -5
I'm really surprised how good this show has gotten. I hated it at first but man, it just keeps getting better and better. It's now become a must watch for Star Wars fans and not just some dumb kids show.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 20, 2011 19:11:25 GMT -5
totally agree
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Post by AONI on Jan 21, 2011 1:01:57 GMT -5
i dont understand why everyone hates Phanto Menace. the other two were crappy, but the first was great. and qui-gonn is the greatest Jedi that ever lived so...lol
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Post by TyP09 on Jan 21, 2011 1:08:52 GMT -5
Nice im a big fan of the guy, thanks for posting
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Post by The UndyTaker on Jan 21, 2011 2:28:46 GMT -5
Though The Clone Wars has featured a number of high-profile guest-stars, including Seth Green
Seth Green is really the name out of all of those listed to mention first? Come on.
Cool on the Neeson thing though.
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Post by Captain d00m - Mr. 3000 on Jan 21, 2011 3:32:19 GMT -5
I read it as Leslie Nielson, lmao. Ill probably watch, Liam Neeson is one of my favorite actors.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2011 8:07:45 GMT -5
Qui Gonn was the best thing about the Star Wars films, I hope this means he's on the new Lego Star Wars game based on the show.
Too bad the show's animation sucks.
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Post by becausethenight on Jan 21, 2011 9:02:40 GMT -5
Liam Neeson was one of the only good parts about the new trilogy, even if his character was extremely plain and one-dimensional. He did well with really limited material.
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Post by hbkjason on Jan 21, 2011 10:03:13 GMT -5
I thought Qui Gon was pretty awesome when my son and I play Lego Star Wars I always pick him unless he forces me to be either Bobba or Jango Fett, I was a huge star wars fan as a kid and still am now and I really enjoyed the prequel trilogy. I prefer the original trilogy but in there own right the others are all damn fun movies. Its a shame really, if some people were not so far up there own pretentious asses they would enjoy these movies for what they are.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 21, 2011 12:08:25 GMT -5
I thought Qui Gon was pretty awesome when my son and I play Lego Star Wars I always pick him unless he forces me to be either Bobba or Jango Fett, I was a huge star wars fan as a kid and still am now and I really enjoyed the prequel trilogy. I prefer the original trilogy but in there own right the others are all damn fun movies. Its a shame really, if some people were not so far up there own pretentious asses they would enjoy these movies for what they are. So true, I really hope Qui Gon is alego character in Lego Star wars 3, I cant wait to get my gorgeous hands on that game. Long live Qui Gon, best jedi |
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Post by Captain McKay on Jan 21, 2011 15:02:29 GMT -5
To me, Qui-Gon was the best part of Episode I, hands-down. Jango Fett NARROWLY beats him out for best character of the Prequels for me.
That said, Liam Neeson did a great job with the poo poo dialogue he was given. I may have to check him out on Clone Wars.
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Post by Deadshot on Jan 21, 2011 18:18:36 GMT -5
I am a HUGE Qui-Gonn fanboy, and this news excites me even though I watched a lot of this series and just can't get into it...too kid focused for me. and I love Star Wars.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2011 23:55:29 GMT -5
Darth Maul lives! Chomp on that haters!!
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Post by ecwrvd420 on Jan 24, 2011 17:33:48 GMT -5
i dont understand why everyone hates Phanto Menace. the other two were crappy, but the first was great. and qui-gonn is the greatest Jedi that ever lived so...lol Theres your answer lol |
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