Star Wars Obi-Wan show 'includes THIS hugely UNPOPULAR Prequels character' Fans HATED him

It’s important to remember that it’s not just the current Sequel Trilogy which has upset so many fans. Although it’s hard to think of anything that has polarised the fandom in quite the same way. Back in George Lucas’ much-maligned Prequel Trilogy days, there was more than one element which provoked howls of protest. It wasn’t the casual racism of many of the characters (The Trade Federation and Tatooine slavers, anyone?) or even the midichlorians which raised the biggest protests however. One character stands above them all…

Oh yes, is the world really ready (how can it ever be?) for the return of the galaxy’s most accident-prone Gungan?

The walking booboo from Naboo remains one of the most ridiculed characters in this and any other franchise.

And it appears he will be back to spar with the Jedi master in the eagerly awaited Dinsey+ show.

Not only that, he has had a rather startling image make-over.

Star Wars Obi-Wan series will include hated character

Star Wars Obi-Wan series will include hated character (Image: DISNEY )

Star Wars Obi-Wan show will include Jar Jar Binks

Star Wars Obi-Wan show will include Jar Jar Binks (Image: DISNEY )

MakingStarWars Editor in Chief Jason Ward broke the news.

He posted in his site: “One detail I’m particularly pleased about is the return of a classic George Lucas created character.

I’m told “Ben” Kenobi crosses paths with his old friend from Naboo, Jar Jar Binks.

“Early work has been conducted for the CGI Gungan’s return to Star Wars.

Star Wars Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best

Star Wars Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best (Image: DISNEY/GETTY)

Ward added: “Jar Jar has a beard to reflect where he’s been and what his life has been like since they were all deceived by a great lie that ushered in the first Galactic Empire.

“Kenobi will not be the only bearded character this time.

It must be noted that some of Ward’s recent leaks have proved extremely accurate. One video post detailing Kylo Ren’s descent to see Palpatine on Exogol was absolutely on the money, down to every smallest detail.

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Ward did add the caveat: “Details and visuals are beginning to emerge (of the show)… Because the series hasn’t filmed yet, I’m treating this as a rumour.

“That said, I believe it to be accurate and on the way.”

What nobody knows yet is whether actor Ahmed Best will reprise the role.

He provided the motion capture and voice for the Gungan in the three Prequel movies but later revealed the enormous distress he faced dealing with the virulent and vocal fan backlash to the character.

In 2018, Best posted a message; “20 years next year I faced a media backlash that still affects my career today…

“This was the place I almost ended my life. It’s still hard to talk about.”

According to reports, the Obi-wan Kenobi show scripts have been written it will start filming this year. No release date has has been confirmed but it is hoped it will debut later in 2020.

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