‘Ahsoka’ Season 2: Hayden Christensen Returning As Anakin Skywalker, First Look At Rory McCann As Baylan

Big news has been light from Star Wars Celebration, but here’s something from the Ahsoka panel that is good to learn about season two. Hayden Christensen appeared at the panel and confirmed that he will return as Anakin Skywalker.

Christensen famously played Anakin, the future Darth Vader, during George Lucas’ prequel films. He reprise the role in Ahsoka‘s first season, appearing to his former padawan after her battle with Baylan that left her trapped in the “World Between Worlds.”  Anakin would reappear, seemingly as a Force Ghost, in the season finale.

Fans were also treated to a first look at Game of Thrones alum Rory McCann as Baylan. McCann takes over from the late Ray Stevenson who made such a huge impression in the role.

“Baylan is important. He’s the parallel to Ahsoka, and that’s a parallel that’s got to continue,” said Dave Filoni. “[Rory’s] whole focus is to not let Ray down and to not let you down. The Force is with him.”

We can also expect to see more of Grand Admiral Thrawn and Admiral Ackbar, who will go “head-to-head.”

Filming on Ahsoka‘s second season begins in just a few days, according to Filoni.