Star Wars just clarified how Darth Vader viewed his relationship with Emperor Palpatine, and honestly, it makes the entire ...

His voice can be heard for only a minute in “The Empire Strikes Back,” but it provided the first draft of a character that ...

Of the many earth-shattering changes that Anakin discovers upon reawakening as Vader is the first version of his infamous mechanical suit.

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

But there was one influence Lucas wasn’t remotely subtle about and that’s how much Palpatine’s rise to ... of Anakin Skywalker into Darth Vader. “They’re a warning,” the narrator ...

Ian McDiarmid almost didn't play Palpatine due to another actor's casting. McDiarmid's portrayal of Palpatine spans all Star Wars trilogies, solidifying his irreplaceable legacy. Lucas considered ...

Although there is now so much Star Wars content that even the most dedicated fans may struggle to catch up with every new release, the deleted scenes from each of the theatrical films offer ...

The veteran actor, recognized for voicing “The Empire Strikes Back” sequel, died at a care facility in Sherman Oaks, Calif., ...