J.J. Abrams

"The Rise of Skywalker" was meant to provide a satisfying conclusion to nine "Star Wars" films but for many critics, its aim was as wide of the mark as a stormtrooper in a blaster battle.

Director J.J. Abrams's return to the space saga has been slammed as unoriginal and slavishly pandering to the franchise's rabid core fanbase.

The latest trailer for the Star Wars saga was released.

The ninth episode of the space series is Fisher's last movie appearance before suddenly dying. The premiere of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" will be December 20.

Star Wars fans live in perennial fear. With every new entry in the beloved saga comes the potential to recreate the objectively garbage prequels in which George Lucas painted three braindead scripts with lots of pretty computerized effects. Though fans initially questioned the pick for Episode VII director, J.J.

"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" took the top prize at the 25th annual MTV Movie Awards. 

The audience at Warner Bros. Studios waved what looked like red and blue lightsabers as star Daisy Ridley and director J.J. Abrams accepted the final golden popcorn trophy at Saturday night's ceremony.

The 88th Academy Awards show kicks off on Sunday and celebrities will start lining the red carpet at the Dolby Theatre.

After months of preparation for Hollywood’s most glamorous night, the show will begin on Sunday, February 28 at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT at Dolby Theatre, Hollywood and will air live on the ABC broadcast network.