Do You Want a Series, Whether Animated or Live Action, of Luke Rebuilding His Jedi Academy?

If you’re a Star Wars fan, chances are you’ve wondered at least once about Luke Skywalker’s story after Return of the Jedi and before his tragic fall in The Last Jedi.

The idea of a series, whether animated or live-action, following Luke as he rebuilds his Jedi academy sounds exciting on the surface.

But does it really have the potential to keep us hooked? Let’s break it down and explore the possibilities, challenges, and what fans are really asking for.

Luke Skywalker in His Prime: The Jedi We Want to See

One of the main arguments for such a series is that we never really got to see Luke in his prime.

Sure, we’ve seen his humble beginnings as a farm boy on Tatooine and his growth as a Jedi through the original trilogy, but after Return of the Jedi, his story takes a sudden nosedive in The Last Jedi.

Luke’s time between defeating the Empire and his self-imposed exile feels like a massive gap that needs to be explored.

Many fans would love to see him embark on artifact-hunting quests, uncovering ancient Jedi secrets, and training future Jedi, including Leia.

This isn’t just about seeing him rebuild an academy. It’s about watching Luke as a fully-realized Jedi Knight, traveling the galaxy, learning more about the Force, and rediscovering the Jedi Order’s past.

You could say it’s like Indiana Jones meets Star Wars, with some epic lightsaber battles sprinkled in. And fans have been craving more of this kind of Luke since 1983.

The Sequel Trilogy’s Impact: Does It Ruin the Story?

Here’s where things get tricky. If we’re being honest, the knowledge that Luke’s Jedi academy eventually gets destroyed by Ben Solo makes the idea of this series a bit hard to swallow for some fans.

Why invest in watching Luke build something we know will end in failure

 It’s like watching a train heading toward a cliff – you know it’s going to crash, and it makes everything feel a little pointless.

But that’s not to say a tragic story can’t be compelling. Think about Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith or the Obi-Wan Kenobi series.

We know both lead to heartbreak, but that doesn’t take away from the emotional depth of the characters’ journeys.

Seeing Luke pour his heart into rebuilding the Jedi Order, only for it to be torn apart, could actually add more nuance to his character and make us understand his decision to go into exile in The Last Jedi.

It’s not necessarily about avoiding tragedy; it’s about how you tell the story.

If done right, this series could turn Luke’s downfall into something more meaningful, much like how The Clone Wars deepened Anakin Skywalker’s journey to the dark side.

Animation vs. Live Action: Which One Works Best?

Another hot debate is whether the series should be animated or live-action. If we’re talking about doing Luke justice, many fans lean toward animation for several reasons.

For one, animation gives you the freedom to do more epic, large-scale action scenes without worrying about CGI limitations.

We’ve seen this work incredibly well in shows like The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels.

These series were able to expand the galaxy far beyond what live-action could achieve, with breathtaking battles and deep character arcs.

Plus, there’s the issue of de-aging technology. As much as we all love Mark Hamill, using CGI to make him look like younger Luke might not hold up for an entire series.

The technology can be impressive for short scenes, like in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, but relying on it for a full series could distract from the story.

Animation would also allow for more fluid storytelling.

You could even have Hamill voice Luke, maintaining that connection to the original character while giving the creators the freedom to explore grander ideas without being tethered to physical limitations.

Should We Move Away from Luke’s Story?

While many fans are excited by the idea of more Luke content, some are asking for new stories instead.

Star Wars is a vast universe, and we’ve barely scratched the surface of what it has to offer.

Why keep focusing on the Skywalkers when there are thousands of years of Jedi and Sith history to explore?

Imagine a series diving into the origins of the Jedi or exploring the mysterious High Republic era.

There’s also a huge amount of untapped potential in the Sith’s history, think of a series about the origins of the Rule of Two or the rise of Darth Bane.

At the same time, there’s a strong contingent of Expanded Universe (Legends) fans who feel like Luke’s story wasn’t properly finished in the sequels.

They argue that the series should incorporate characters like Mara Jade, who played a significant role in Luke’s life in the EU, to truly do his story justice.

While Disney has moved away from Legends material, the desire to see Luke’s journey completed in a meaningful way remains strong among longtime fans.

Last Thoughts

In the end, the question of whether we need a series about Luke rebuilding his Jedi academy is complicated.

On one hand, it would give fans the chance to see more of Luke as the hero they’ve always loved.

On the other, knowing that it all ends in tragedy might make it a tough sell.

If Disney goes this route, the series would need to be incredibly well-written, balancing the excitement of Luke’s prime with the inevitable downfall of his academy.

Whether it’s live-action or animated, the real key is how they handle Luke’s story.

If done right, it could be a fascinating exploration of one of the most beloved characters in cinema history. If done poorly, it risks tarnishing Luke’s legacy even more.

But if you’re a fan of The Clone Wars or Rebels, you know that Star Wars animation has a history of delivering great stories.

Maybe that’s the best route forward, giving us the adventures of Luke, Leia, and Han post-Return of the Jedi, with enough creative freedom to make it unforgettable.

In the end, whether we get it or not, Luke’s story will always be a cornerstone of the Star Wars legacy. Now it’s just a matter of whether Disney can handle it with the care and complexity it deserves.