Star Wars Celebration Confirms Oscar Isaac Appearance, Sparking Rumors of His Return to the Galaxy Far, Far Away

Oscar Isaac's Star Wars Celebration 2025 Appearance Fuels Poe Dameron Return Speculation

Sequel Trilogy star Oscar Isaac's confirmed appearance at Star Wars Celebration 2025 in Tokyo (April 18-20) has ignited speculation about a potential return of his character, Poe Dameron. The announcement, made via the official Star Wars Celebration Instagram, follows Daisy Ridley's 2023 Celebration appearance and subsequent confirmation for a new Star Wars film. This has led fans to anticipate a similar announcement from Isaac.

The Sequel Trilogy concluded in 2019 with The Rise of Skywalker, and Isaac's stance on returning to the franchise has evolved. Initially expressing reluctance (in 2020, stating he'd only return for "another house or something"), he later expressed openness in 2022, telling Variety he had "no real feeling one way or another."

Isaac has been vocal about his criticisms of Disney's handling of the Sequel Trilogy, particularly their rejection of his proposed romance between Poe and Finn (played by John Boyega). Boyega also voiced negative experiences with Disney but, like Isaac, has indicated openness to future roles.

This fuels speculation about a reunion of the Sequel Trilogy's main trio – Rey, Finn, and Poe – in the upcoming Rey film, set approximately 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker. Ridley has already expressed her desire for Boyega's return.

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While Star Wars Celebration 2025 might offer clarity, the film's release remains uncertain due to Disney's repeated delays of several announced Star Wars projects. The Rey film, directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, currently has a tentative release date of December 17, 2027.