John Boyega says he imagined Finn’s Star Wars journey as a Force-sensitive arc that would eventually put him in direct conflict with Rey — an Obi-Wan/Anakin-style rivalry. Instead, the sequels left Finn stranded in narrative limbo, with hints at Force powers but no real payoff. Boyega’s vision could have given the trilogy one of its most compelling storylines.
Terminator AI Fears + Harry Potter’s Decade + Ahsoka Rumor Debunked | HWAD 08.11.25
In this episode of Hollywood After Dark, we cover everything from remembering Robin Williams 11 years after his passing to James Cameron’s AI-fueled Terminator dilemma, the resurgence of physical media, and Warner Bros.’ 10-year Harry Potter plan. Plus, we fact-check the Ewan McGregor/Ahsoka Season 2 rumor and dive into John Boyega’s vision for Finn’s Star Wars arc. Six stories, one show, and plenty of unfiltered perspective.
Mark Hamill Just Confirmed What We Knew About The Last Jedi
Nearly eight years after The Last Jedi, Mark Hamill is still rewriting Luke Skywalker in his own head—and honestly, can you blame him? In the latest Hollywood After Dark, we break down Hamill’s tragic personal headcanon, what it reveals about the failures of the sequel trilogy, and why "Jake Skywalker" might have been the most honest thing he ever said.
Spielberg Won’t Retire, Superman Feels Off, and Villeneuve Gets Dragged | HWAD 06.29.25
It’s another loaded episode of Hollywood After Dark, and this one’s got range—from living legends refusing to quit to billion-dollar franchises fumbling their tone. Here’s a breakdown of everything we covered in the June 29th episode: Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker Headcanon Hits HardNearly eight years after The Last Jedi, Mark Hamill is still having to … Continue reading Spielberg Won’t Retire, Superman Feels Off, and Villeneuve Gets Dragged | HWAD 06.29.25
