The Force Awakens you know was almost a completely different movie! Dive into George Lucas’ original plan for the Star Wars sequel trilogy, featuring Darth Maul and Darth Talon as the villains. Discover how writer Michael Arndt struggled to balance the story because Luke Skywalker’s presence “just took it over.” Learn how Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron were almost entirely different characters—and how Poe originally died in the story. Uncover the impact of Disney’s $4 billion acquisition of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy’s vision for the saga, J.J. Abrams’ directorial approach, and Mark Hamill’s reluctance to return as Luke Skywalker. Explore the dramatic evolution of The Force Awakens and the Star Wars sequel trilogy!

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0:00 Intro
0:20 Disney Acquires Lucasfilm
1:45 George Lucas’ Story Treatments
3:32 Michael Arndt
6:09 JJ Abrams
8:16 Original Opening
9:22 Poe Dameron Dies
9:52 Spielberg’s Suggestions
10:23 War Hammer
10:41 Snoke
10:55 The Resistance
11:15 Captain Phasma
11:34 Original Ending
11:48 Lucas' Reaction

Force Awakens alternate openings designed by the very talented Tim Gray    / @timbo4901  

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