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The Welsh-language version of Star Wars: A New Hope has been announced for Christmas Day release on S4C, featuring a cast of Welsh actors and produced with Lucasfilm and Disney. The project marks a milestone for Welsh-language media, aligning with Wales' cultural sectors and 50th-anniversary celebrations.
Disney has struck a first-of-its-kind pilot deal with TikTok to allow fan-made videos using Disney and Pixar IP in Disney+ Vert s, with a U.S. rollout followed by other markets. The initiative marks a shift toward creator-led content and expands Disney’s short-form strategy amid flatlining traditional box office for some titles.
Lego has reported a 21% rise in revenue for the first half of 2026, reaching 41.9 billion Danish kroner, with profits up and a broad product line expanding among adults and kids. The company is investing in sustainability, renewable energy, and packaging changes while expanding in the U.S. with new facilities.
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens on Sept. 22 in Exposition Park, Los Angeles. George Lucas and Mellody Hobson have funded the project, which centers on narrative art across media—from Pop to Rockwell and Frida Kahlo to Star Wars. Officials say Star Wars materials occupy about 7% of the galleries, with the rest dedicated to a broader collection. The museum’s design is spaceship-inspired, and the project has faced delays and costly reviews.
Heritage Auctions will sell more than two dozen Star Wars props, including Darth Vader’s carbon-lamp saber used in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Items are expected to fetch seven-figure sums for the Vader saber and higher values for other relics such as Luke Skywalker’s severed-hand prop and a Boba Fett blaster.
Epic Games has shifted to AI-accelerated development, moving staff to AI-assisted workflows and assets. A high-profile Disney collaboration is delayed indefinitely, as Epic reorganizes teams and prioritizes faster, AI-driven delivery. The pivot follows layoffs earlier this year and signals a broader industry push toward AI in game creation.