The Phantom Menace, a veiled figure shadows all galactic happenings, exercising control over political systems and personal destinies.

When George Lucas created the Star Wars saga, it was a combination of ... Lucas wasn’t remotely subtle about and that’s how much Palpatine’s rise to Emperor in the prequels was a direct ...

McDiarmid's portrayal of Palpatine spans all Star Wars trilogies, solidifying his irreplaceable legacy. Lucas considered McDiarmid's "great nose" a sign, leading to the actor's iconic portrayal ...