Marvel Cinematic Universe
As far as I can tell, Obi-Wan Kenobi’s Ewan McGregor now enjoys a productive partnership with Disney. After all, he’s only just made a triumphant return to the Star Wars series as revered Jedi lead character Obi-Wan Kenobi, who made his debut earlier this year. According to reports, Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi debut was the service’s highest-rated original premiere. This is all the more remarkable as Disney+ created its good proportion of blockbuster films.
The miniseries, which features McGregor in his original role as Obi, explores the psychological fallout of Anakin Skywalker’s embrace of the dark side. The show is set ten years after Revenge of the Sith and nine years before The New Hope, between the two trilogies.
Could we see Ewan McGregor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Fans are naturally wondering if McGregor, who has previously worked in the Star Wars and DC franchises, would also want to try his hand at the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Last weekend at Fan Expo Boston, Obi-Wan Kenobi’s Ewan McGregor was a guest on a panel. In front of a live audience, McGregor was asked about his feelings towards the MCU. He said that while he thought it might be entertaining, he’s not sure he wants to add another important property to his CV.
“I don’t know. I don’t know if I want to do this. Because I love doing all kinds of work. It’s true. I love directing. I would love to be in theater again. I really want to do it again that, you know, I’m in this world of Star Wars. I feel like I don’t need another…I’m not looking for that anyway. I feel like I don’t shouldn’t say I wouldn’t because in two years you’ll be like, ‘You said you were never going to do this!’ But I’m not particularly looking for it.
Could there be a sequel?
To be fair, McGregor has every reason to be content to continue his Star Wars obsession for now. Upon his return to the character of Obi-Wan, he was warmly received by fans. McGregor also said unequivocally how much he loved being allowed to return to that particular playground.
While a sequel to Obi-Wan Kenobi hasn’t been confirmed at this time, the events of the story are resolving quite nicely. There’s still enough action in the movies, but if you just want a heartfelt account of Vader and Obi-Wan, this series on Disney+ has you covered in just six episodes.
