In a recent chat with Empire Magazine, Samuel L. Jackson, the iconic actor synonymous with the Marvel Cinematic Universe, stirred up excitement within the ‘Star Wars’ community. Known for portraying Jedi master Mace Windu in George Lucas’ prequel trilogy, Jackson expressed enthusiasm about the possibility of reprising his role, debunking the character’s apparent demise in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith.
In response to questions about Mace Windu’s fate, Jackson emphatically declared, “HE’S NOT DEAD!!!” Fueling speculation about a Disney+ series centered around Mace, Jackson responded with an enthusiastic “EVERYTHING YES!!”
The ‘Star Wars’ franchise has a history of resurrecting characters presumed dead. Darth Maul, the villain from The Phantom Menace, initially met his demise but returned in 2018’s Solo: A Star Wars Story. Considering this precedent, the resurrection of Mace Windu is entirely plausible.
Samuel L. Jackson’s interview coincided with the 25th anniversary of George Lucas launching the ‘Star Wars’ prequel trilogy. Hayden Christensen, reflecting on the trilogy’s reception, expressed gratitude for the enduring support from fans, stating, “It feels like vindication for the work that we did.”
As part of the 25th-anniversary celebration, Star Wars: The Phantom Menace is set to return to theaters, providing fans an opportunity to revisit the film that marked the beginning of the prequel trilogy. With Samuel L. Jackson’s resolute declaration and the prospect of a Disney+ series, the Force seems to be strong with Mace Windu’s potential return.
