Hayden Christensen Says Returning To ‘Star Wars’ Was A ‘No-Brainer’

Hayden Christensen is excited to return to a galaxy far, far away.

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He first portrayed Anakin Skywalker in “Attack of the Clones.”

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He reprised his role in “Revenge of the Sith,” which closed out the prequel trilogy.

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He will now reprise his role in the Disney+ series “Obi-Wan Kenobi.”

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The six-episode limited series debuts on Friday, May 27.

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Christensen will also reprise his role for “Ahsoka” when it comes out in 2023.

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He told The Guardian that it was a “no-brainer” to return to the franchise.

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“When I got the call I was instantly elated,” he told the publication.

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He added, “I was just so excited to get to come back after all these years.”

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