Ahsoka: Hayden Christensen and Rosario Dawson on Anakin's RETURN (Exclusive)

[@average_water_enjoyer-H2O]

He still looks so good as Anakin even without the de-aging

[@ADityaEvilxpirit]

Make up department did a really good job.

[@returnofthedjed11]

So tru

[@tessjosephh]

he's still fine as fuck❤

[@returnofthedjed11]

@@tessjosephh he always will be

[@tessjosephh]

​@@returnofthedjed11 💯💯💯👏👏

[@elzitro5386]

“You lack conviction” sent a chill down my spine. He’s such a perfect fit for Anakin even 20 years later

[@Kanoog]

I've been watching that specific scene on a loop it's so incredibly well done with so much meaning behind it.

[@laplace3945]

Blew my mind

[@Greenhawk4]

the way they mixed the voices was amazing

[@CurriedBat]

He's really grown into the role, hasn't he? That's why I think they should cast two twins to play young Luke and Leia right now... and let them do the same thing. Maybe when they're teenagers... because Leia in Obi-Wan was just a whiny know-it-all... plan ahead.

[@omeboy487]

Honestly, if you think about it, Anakin's story is somewhat analogous to Hayden's. People hyped, Hollywood hyped and supportive, then overly hardcore fans dominated the social sphere and ended him and sent him into a different place, a place of darkness, like Anakin. But more depression than hate. But then, IRL a place of wisdom, searching, humility. He then comes back to save everything killing Emperor Palpatine, like he's saving Star Wars now.

[@AirPokemonNaruto22]

Super happy for Hayden! He deserves all the praise because he was amazing in episode 5.

[@richardabia9735]

Yes !!!!! He was PERFECT in the episode !!!

[@captainflowers748]

@@richardabia9735 Honestly I think the portrayal of the clone wars Anakin seriously helped him truly understand what to do, it was just poor directing and script for the movies. With an example, guidance with the show, Hayden is able to see what he can do to play as Anakin. I bet if he were to do Episode 3 again, he'd be absolutely perfect with the new knowledge.

[@cheffdonty]

Was super confused for a second cause I thought you meant empire lol

[@PalpatinesPlumber]

He has improved a lot and even in the prequels wasn't that bad, the writing let him down in those.

[@captainflowers748]

@@SkyNetGeneral- who?

[@hopik512]

Haydens back must be hurting so much after carrying the lightsaber fights. We need more of him.

[@carlos00700]

His arms and legs agree 😭

[@Salah-fq2wi]

​@@carlos00700 oh "Burn" 😂

[@harrisonl7235]

And his face! Ahsoka keeps beating on it 😂

[@j.j.1517]

Bro he had to slow down so much for her to keep up, they need to find a way to get him in more fight scenes as Anakin cause he still got moves and it's such a shame seeing him hold back so much.

[@afrinaut3094]

Rosario Dawson did a fantastic job to. And the only reason that Hayden slowed down, was because this scene was a Anakin training Ahsoka (training not trying to k!ll like Obi Wan). Which Ahsoka didn’t want to fight, even training-fight Anakin in the story anyway.

[@misscali27]

I could cry every time I see Hayden playing Anakin. Hayden IS Anakin, and Anakin IS Star Wars.

[@dantezenatirado4047]

​@naturalstressrelief8045y un asesino

[@StephenRozas]

Facts

[@djmarsone5209]

Hayden is GOD. Hayden is Awesomee!! 🎉💪🙏💯

[@iamchrispaezjr]

So is Matt Lanter

[@mrs.padmeskywalker9329]

Hayden finally getting the recognition and love he always deserved. He IS Anakin Skywalker!

[@mrlogan-ut2te]

Not really, this is just a example of how good a actor can be if you give them good direction and a decent script

[@plague6174]

@@mrlogan-ut2te 🤓

[@pop-culturecinephile8144]

@@mrlogan-ut2te, most of his better scenes were removed from the movies, but are still canon

[@budoshi-f2l]

And always will be

[@brickermanbricks]

One of the best Star Wars cast members to ever play the part. Star Wars fans are very conflicting due to how vast the story is and no matter how good or bad some people will still hate it.

[@ZuhairGalaxy]

So happy to see Hayden. He deserves all the love.

[@ncard00]

Never been more disappointed by Dave than ep 5 here. No clone wars actors involved, young Ahsoka looked awful, no cosplayer has ever pulled off young Ahsoka, nobody’s skinny enough, flashback scenes were a cheap cloud of dust, the story didn’t progress at all, and fights aren’t at prequel level. First big L for Dave, loved episode 4 much more, and sure I’ll love episode 6 more too. Overall a big letdown so far for the Ahsoka show, so much potential and missed opportunities.

[@morganyoung3557]

@@ncard00are you just going to keep saying the same thing over and over again?

[@briamatting]

@@ncard00lol, no one cares - you can stop commenting the same L take over and over again 😭🫠

[@deadfromhell1235]

@@ncard00 lmao biggest bait ever

[@eramos8916]

​@@ncard00you best fit the description of "no one hates star wars more then it's fanbase".

[@scipio0793]

Man there is something about the way this man moves with his saber... he still got it after all those years! What an incredible performer

[@AnthonySforza]

Admittedly, I rather liked how seamlessly he moved between the two styles. As though, in death, he has accepted that it's not either or, but that he is BOTH, Anakin and Vader. Like that taking both into himself as one, is what makes him the greatest.

[@Infernus250]

That line about "Ive heard that before" being a genuine recollection confirms that, at least in Haydens mind, this was genuinely Anakin. Amazing scene and some of the best star wars since the disney purchase!

[@dylanrinker6831]

Cause Luke said it first

[@Reblwitoutacause]

​@@dylanrinker6831💯

[@summersoldier1003]

more like the only.

[@FreddieHg37]

​@@dylanrinker6831 I think he means this Anakin wasn't an illusion or someone or something in disguise but the real deal, because many speculated that wasn't really Anakin.

[@madtitan0825]

@@FreddieHg37also Jacen senses it

[@EobardKhan]

The changes in body language Hayden showed while switching between Anakin and Vader was fucking brilliant to watch. So happy to see him back, and adding more depth to the character.

[@ncard00]

Never been more disappointed by Dave than ep 5 here. No clone wars actors involved, young Ahsoka looked awful, no cosplayer has ever pulled off young Ahsoka, nobody’s skinny enough, flashback scenes were a cheap cloud of dust, the story didn’t progress at all, and fights aren’t at prequel level. First big L for Dave, loved episode 4 much more, and sure I’ll love episode 6 more too. Overall a big letdown so far for the Ahsoka show, so much potential and missed opportunities.

[@simonkendra3079]

@@ncard00 delusional if you think a young actress could ever be "this skinny" without anorexia... you are actually disgusting. The rest is just your dumb subjective opinion which is fine.

[@mochacashmere]

@@ncard00 cool story bro

[@jeanshortswag]

​@@ncard00there's no shame in being in the minority

[@frankmaster3]

L+Ratio@@ncard00

[@simiankleurde1544]

The fact that the actors and not only the characters knew each other for a long time makes this even better

[@kassanova4117]

they were in a movie together back in 2003 called 'Shattered Glass' and it felt like an episode of the clone wars at times the way Rosario's character was trying to sabotage Hayden's

[@rinaticson390]

I thought that same thing. Loved shattered glass

[@djmarsone5209]

0:31 👍🔥💯

[@SlimKim3]

That's true within a bunch of movies and TV shows

[@johans3164]

Its like it was meant to be. Trust in the force

[@heragon58]

You feel grateful Hayden? We feel super grateful you came back! You deserve all the love man!

[@Kanoog]

T H I S ⭐

[@t-jh4236]

Ditto to that. We are the lucky ones... the fans.

[@calanrenollet9706]

I will never understand how he got hate. He’s literally the chosen one and it couldn’t be anyone else playing him

[@heragon58]

@@calanrenollet9706 i agree full heartedly

[@omeboy487]

He definitely does. But considering he chose to quit acting for so long, and focus on life and farming, I think he's wise enough to not care.

[@AliciaKe_reviews]

Anakin and Ahsoka together!!! Give us more. Dew it.

[@dbentertainment9148]

I want to see Anakin and CGI Luke.

[@ncard00]

Never been more disappointed by Dave than ep 5 here. No clone wars actors involved, young Ahsoka looked awful, no cosplayer has ever pulled off young Ahsoka, nobody’s skinny enough, flashback scenes were a cheap cloud of dust, the story didn’t progress at all, and fights aren’t at prequel level. First big L for Dave, loved episode 4 much more, and sure I’ll love episode 6 more too. Overall a big letdown so far for the Ahsoka show, so much potential and missed opportunities.

[@vradamusic]

​ The majority loved this episode so much 🔥 there are always some fans who are gonna complain about everything

[@joshuamostyn5377]

​@@ncard00this is the worst take I have ever heard you just sound like a hater young ashoka did amazing and looked amazing

[@thorton3498]

@@ncard00 it’s important to realize the clone wars characters are caricatures of their live action counterparts. It would be foolish to expect a cartoon character to be portrayed identically in live action, because it would be practically impossible.

[@LiveEvilProductions0]

Loved that Hayden suggested that "I've heard that before" bit.

[@carlos00700]

Need more of his input and he will get it now

[@_Xenux]

Was it confirmed elsewhere that he suggested it? This video didn't give any context, he could have just been commenting on it

[@Jbucks24]

Say what you want, but Hayden is an absolute legend. I’m so happy to see him back

[@iggswanna1248]

you say that now, when he came out every one hated him.

[@IraklisTheGreekGod]

@@iggswanna1248 i never hated him , when i was a kid it was my favorite actor, i admire anakin so much that i wanted to be like him as aspect too

[@Ethanpond42]

It’s like Snoke said. Darkness rises, and Hayden Christensen to meet it. 😂

[@MMZERO9]

A living legend who more than lives up to the legend.

[@0axis771]

0:42 This right here is why the scene worked so well. Hayden suggested something about how Anakin would respond and such, and Dave listened. I remember hearing how Mark tried to suggest things during the sequel trilogy, and the directors basically dismissed his ideas in favor of their own. Dave respected Hayden and listened to his suggestion and that made the scene so amazing as a result.

[@jdubz1502]

Can we talk about Hayden’s freaking smile at 0:26. He looks so happy and joyed to be back on set playing one of the greatest characters of all time

[@rayaqin]

I love Star Wars as much as the next guy, but Anakin as a character is not the greatest or most interesting even within just Star Wars, let alone great enough to enter a discussion about the "greatest characters of all time".

[@sixpaths66]

​@rayaqin ???????????? Dafuq??? Darth Vader has become one of the most iconic villains in popular culture, and has been listed among the greatest villains and fictional characters ever. His masked face and helmet, in particular, is one of the most iconic character designs of all time Vader is in fact one of the greatest characters of all time that's wild you would say that.

[@ZayecValentine]

He was always like that in the prequel trilogy as well which is why I loved him as Anakin

[@HulkVahkiin]

Bringing Hayden back as Anakin, and not just as Vader or past Anakin, but actual 'current' Anakin, really brings happiness and pleasure beyond words.

[@asterimotzkin4133]

I'm very happy for Hayden. He deserves all the love in this world. He is a wonderful actor and perfectly portrayed such an iconic character as Anakin. Both during the prequels and now. I screamed about this 20 years ago and will continue to scream. I also ask you to notice how well he moves, just WOW. I don’t want to offend anyone, but it’s just that Hayden especially stands out from others with his clear and confident movements. This is old school sword fighting. It's impossible to look away. Much respect.

[@neutronalchemist3241]

Both him and Ewan McGregor trained HARD for the prequels.

[@asterimotzkin4133]

@@neutronalchemist3241 I know. I saw old videos of training before filming. This is a huge job.

[@pop-culturecinephile8144]

It was mentioned that he has the muscle memory to do everything just right

[@101Mant]

Given the quality of the writing and directing of the prequels and how young he was that performance was far from perfect but not really his fault. Its great to see him come back to the role with more experience and a better written version of the character. its shocking how much better a character Clone Wars TV series Anakin was than prequels movie Anakin so it's nice to see him get to be that version.

[@snakeplisken6242]

He isn't a talented actor, and this new Star Wars is pathetic. You have all been dumbed down.

[@christianwinandy341]

I really like how Hayden did his homework to incorporate the clone wars vibe into his preformance too. Nails the mentor vibe very well, and something we never got to see before.

[@benjaminodonnell258]

"I've heard that before" is such a significant line when you think about it. That and "I wasn't expecting to see you so soon" make it pretty clear this is an Anakin who remembers being Vader, remembers fighting Luke, and remembers dying. This is the Anakin Luke redeemed.

[@raymondortiz1748]

He knows Anakin SO WELL that he’s able to give others notes on inflection for his lines. That’s just amazing.❤

[@UghDan]

Seeing Hayden always puts a smile on my face

[@tessjosephh]

same❤❤❤

[@ArmedandDangerous918]

Incorrect

[@evangelinemacasil6964]

Always

[@OEx25]

This is everything. Hayden getting the love he deserves. Reprising his beloved character in such a meaningful way. Finally getting to see Anakin and Ahsoka together in live action. Rosario and Hayden having an existing friendship. And Rosario's Ahsoka using this reunion to finally move forward and show everyone why this character has been such a favorite for so many years. Just brilliant all around and super happy for everyone involved. Big thanks to Dave Filoni for making this happen.

[@MimMdance]

And don't forget the young Ahsoka! I really hope they do more Star Wars scenes with her.

[@pop-culturecinephile8144]

You know what’s ironic, in the early 2000s these two were actually in a movie together

[@Ethan-wr2os]

@@pop-culturecinephile8144 Wow what is this movie?

[@pop-culturecinephile8144]

Shattered Glass

[@exit1595]

You can really see the passion he has for his character. From knowing what Anakin would say to the way he moves with a lightsaber. He's been sorely missed from the universe and now im suddenly hungry for more. Give me live action Clone Wars and let my boi Hayden shine. I wanna see him do cool lightsaber things.

[@taylorbrown3987]

You can't give me Hayden/Anakin back and take him away so soon. Twice in two years...I need it all. I want to be DROWNING in Anakin Skywalker content.

[@saltysynthesizers]

​@@taylorbrown3987you and me both.

[@autopilot3176]

@@taylorbrown3987 It's coming next. All Hayden, it's called: Skywalker. Don't tell anyone.

[@perssontm1628]

@@autopilot3176 I wish

[@masturch33f66]

@@autopilot3176 We already have that, it's called the Prequel Trilogy.

[@henrikklarsen2380]

Thank you, Dave Filoni, for all of this. For The Mandalorian, for The Clone Wars series, for Ashoka, for all of it. THANK YOU ! This man should be the guy running anything related to Star Wars.

[@wadewilson8011]

You need to add Jon Favereau in that mix too.

[@OEx25]

@@wadewilson8011 Jon has done some great stuff, but some of it has gotten super sloppy when Filoni hasn't been heavily involved. BOBF and Mando season 3 could've used a lot more Filoni involvement, IMO

[@mattsell2361]

@@OEx25yeah but we don’t know how much either was involved in which show to be fair according to the credits filoni was involved in just as much in mando season 3 as he was in 1 and 2

[@ray24051]

@@OEx25 The problem is you don't know how much involvement Kathleen Kennedy had in those shows.

[@darthdracul8372]

@@ray24051 Good witch would make it more satisfying when we destroy her.

[@p_luca181]

Seeing my childhood hero Hayden wearing those robes again did bring a tear to my eyes

[@TheSpaceEnthusiast-vl6wx]

True!

[@mooonpaw]

Seeing the fans be able to embrace Hayden Christensen and seeing him *happy* and being able to embrace fans in the same way is such a positive, wonderful thing.

[@AnthonySforza]

Ohhh tell me about it... I was there, in 2002. And again in 2005. I remember all the hatred for him quite vividly.

[@HenningsEdits]

Hayden was PHENOMENAL in this episode! Watching him in this role made me feel like a kid again when I watched Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith in theaters and he perfectly captured the energy of Matt Lanter's interpretation of the character in The Clone Wars. You can really tell he watched and studied the show and knows this character by heart. His chemistry with both Rosario and Ariana Greenblatt was fantastic!

[@Chronoir3]

That hug between him and Rosario was soooo heart warming.

[@amodh]

We need more behind the scenes from this episode! It's always a treat to see Hayden as Anakin.

[@tessjosephh]

we definitely do amd it really is❤

[@Vixin24]

Having Hayden back like this as Anakin and with Ahsoka was honestly such a dream come true. He plays the role so well, both Anakin and Vader and he's an absolute legend at lightsaber fighting. Honestly nobody can compare to his technique and skill. Its so great seeing him back in the Jedi robes again (and the clone wars ones!) He still looks so good!

[@matthewdaude9068]

Growing up Hayden Anakin was my childhood hero, I’m so happy he’s finally getting the love he deserves! Also he’s crushing it in Ahsoka!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ncard00]

Never been more disappointed by Dave than ep 5 here. No clone wars actors involved, young Ahsoka looked awful, no cosplayer has ever pulled off young Ahsoka, nobody’s skinny enough, flashback scenes were a cheap cloud of dust, the story didn’t progress at all, and fights aren’t at prequel level. First big L for Dave, loved episode 4 much more, and sure I’ll love episode 6 more too. Overall a big letdown so far for the Ahsoka show, so much potential and missed opportunities.

[@Digital_Flayer]

@@ncard00you know you’re allowed to enjoy things, right? chris dude, lighten up and appreciate we got such awesomeness at all

[@inolynch7526]

Ikr me too. Literally he's the first ever fictional character that I loved. Hayden will always be very special to us❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MTtheDoodleKing]

I'm sorry your Childhood hero murdered kids :(

[@Ethan-wr2os]

@@MTtheDoodleKing He did what needed to be done

[@aloedits]

I loved Hayden Christensen in the prequels, I'm so happy he came back for Ahsoka and for the Obi-Wan show. He deserves all the recognition he's getting

[@m.88427]

When I first watched this episode and she was in the world between worlds and I heard the line " hello snips" I droped my drink I was holding and just watched with an open mouth when Anakin appeared behind Ahsoka. I couldn't believe that they brought him back.❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you Hayden and Dave for bringing back my biggest childhood hero❤❤❤

[@ChadMichaelSimon]

I'm a 51-year-old man brought to tears each time I've watched or watched along with episide 5, and it was no different with this short behind-the-scenes featurette. It's hitting a thousand emotions at once: Happy nostalgia for the prequels and their place in our lives. Goosebumps from seeing the relationship we loved in The Clone Wars come to life so beautifully and perfectly in live action. Continued celebration and validation of Hayden in this role that has defined his professional lifetime. He was absolutely magnetic in this portrayal of Anakin. And Ahsoka. I loved Rosario's description here. "You know her as a stoic, super-powerful, on-top-of-it warrior, and all of a sudden she's padawan again." That sent a chill through me with its accuracy.

[@netgirljimi3225]

Ditto. 51 and crying like a baby

[@LouisTricarico]

Honestly I feel like Hayden really understood Anakin so well and the moments in the Episode 2 and 3 where he could actually be in character and not have to struggle through choppy and sloppy dialogue he really did great. I love every time they bring him back. It adds much more depth and emotion to his fall and the true tragedy of it all.

[@Cipher73]

We need more of this Anakin. I hope he has a big role in the future. This Anakin seems to have more force powers than anyone else we know since he's mastered both dark and light. I can imagine him coming back in a big way with these new revelations.

[@Ivbo]

0:30 - Seeing them in costume genuinely embrace like that is so heartwarming in the context of the story, I really wish we had a moment where Anakin and Ahsoka just hugged each other and said goodbye.

[@pop-culturecinephile8144]

We got three more episodes left. Maybe we will. Or maybe in another project. Never say never.

[@EagleDescent]

Hopefully not goodbye tho 😭💔

[@shadowfax1552]

I'm so happy Hayden still loves star wars after the prequels! No wonder he and Rosario had such great chemistry!! This made me genuinely so happy. Side note: When all the haters complain Ahsoka was too "stoic" when her character was *purposely* meant to be that way.

[@UghHimAgain]

Like literally she's older and wiser lol. How do people not see that?

[@aWildMoke]

Older, wiser and also burying her emotions because she's scared of turning to the dark side just like Anakin. But Anakin showed her that she can't be afraid to live and that having emotions and a dark side doesn't necessarily mean she will become a Sith.

[@Lagash]

I was one of those, I hated the ahsoka we saw in the previous episodes. Now I see the whole picture.

[@-Knife-]

This was such a treat to see. Hayden and Rosario did such a great job in this episode.

[@JoeyAGamer]

00:42 seeing Hayden taking the wheels with suggestion on acting with Dave is just GREAT. Shows how freaking underrated he was with all that prequel bullshit.

[@f1nl3y99]

0:29 i always wanted to see a hug between those two. we never got it in clone wars so now we got it here

[@liocarlos9086]

Fue maravilloso

[@SwaggerLikeUz]

Thank U Hayden, Rosario, & Dave Filoni. Let them haters hate! We true fans appreciate all the work, passion, time, & performances. Episode 5 was magical. :)

[@shadowfax1552]

Amen to that!

[@samanthasosa1898]

yeah

[@DreadWing7777]

AMEN TO THAT.

[@bigcgaming9042]

Amen, brother!

[@Calactic]

True fans can see both the up and downsides of the show and aren't blinded by pure nostalgia.

[@tessjosephh]

Hayden is absolutely PHENOMENAL!!!! this amazing man deserves all the blessings in the universe❤so beyond happy he's finally getting the respect, love and appreciation he deserved since day 1,can't wait to see more of him

[@evangelinemacasil6964]

Amazingly Hayden Christensen

[@Gomace]

Ahsoka and Anakin scenes were some of the most Star Warsy things I have seen since the Obi-Wan series. It was so tense for me, and I became so immersed.

[@KalleBlomqvist]

An absolutely mindblowing episode! As a fan since 1977 and loving ALL the movies this was the best I could hope for. Hooray!

[@mikkyrevelljr7289]

Ive heard hayden say he is grateful so many times during these star wars interviews and you can tell hes truly happy to be back

[@MarvinMcCaster]

Wow, it’s awesome seeing Anakin, Ahsoka, and Dave Filoni together!

[@BlackRose-vj4nf]

Hayden Christensen has embraced the role of Anakin. He is Anakin. I am so happy he is finally getting the love and appreciation he deserves.

[@sixpathsuchiha7932]

Makes me happy that after all this years Hayden finally feels validated. No one could ever be a Anakin but him

[@AntonChepurda]

Hayden Christensen truly deserves an absolute honor and his own series within the SW universe. He is doing just an amazing and incredible job. His acting is brilliant and sharp from episode to episode and has huge potential. That's definitely his nature-born role and no one could perform this character better!

[@alexfischer7876]

If by "his own series" you mean _Vader-centric series,_ then yeah... sure.

[@jairgsjunior]

@@alexfischer7876 Maybe a remake of Clone Wars and Rebels animatons in Live Action?

[@alexfischer7876]

@@jairgsjunior Given how the current predicament of these SW live-action shows goes nowadays (most of them are divisive like _Obi-Wan Kenobi_ or Season 3 of _The Mandalorian_ especially), I'd say those better stay animated. It's not like the remakes are necessary - I mean, have you seen the recent Disney-helmed remakes? The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, etc.? First years of Darth Vader within that armor - that's what the series could be focusing on. Plus, good ol' James Earl Jones voice is not utilized that often...

[@LordSalt]

I met Hayden this year at star wars celebration, awesome person to talk to. Happy people are finally recognising his talent.

[@LCOND12]

Get chills every time Hayden swings a lightsaber, master of his craft

[@DeviantMotives]

I am so glad they brought him back. He just was the epitome of Anakin.

[@blakester501st]

Hayden was AMAZING! My childhood hero - still and always will be my hero!!! So nostalgiac and emotional seeing him in this episode!!! This is what Star Wars is all about!

[@jaimymetts]

“You lack conviction” I can’t get over that part!!!!

[@MrMLBson09]

Hayden is a legend for coming back to play Anakin and Vader. Absolute legend. Thank you for all you do for us Hayden.

[@EmberQuill]

It was so great to see Hayden playing Anakin again when he actually had a good script to work with. Especially since he got to play a whole range of different versions of Anakin from different time periods and did a fantastic job with shifting body language and tone on a dime.

[@BiriBiri925]

The last time I felt anything positive about Star Wars was 2005. When Revenge of the Sith came out. And now I experienced something similar again. Thanks Hayden.

[@gerardotarifaskorpian]

God, Hayden is so cool, he's so kind, that hug he gave with Rosario Dawson was very tender, it makes me feel like master and apprentice are hugging each other after a long time :")

[@zappa5162]

This scene made me happy. It was awesome! Hayden is such a good actor!

[@empac8631]

Thank you for coming back Hayden. Not everyone understood how good you were as Anakin and what you had to work with writing wise at this time❤

[@A21_Edits]

Them being in acting school together and then going separate ways and then Hayden becoming Anakin in the prequels and then Rosario playing Ahsoka and Hayden returning it's like coming full circle for them.

[@reybat4969]

I love that it feels that Hayden is getting the respect he deserved so long ago.

[@stevzor]

Some of the best content to come out of Star Wars since Revenge of the Sith, seeing Hayden as Anakin again in those robes pre-vader and fighting in his own Anakin style was absolutely amazing, brought a smile to my face! It's awesome that he now knows how much his character was loved.

[@raemdespairbringer]

Hayden is just perfect, you can notice the love and respect he has for Anakin Skywalker and all the legacy behind this saga, plus, such elegant moves once he turns his lightsaber on!!!

[@robanah]

You can tell from his performance.... Hayden is LOVING the hell out of this role!!! Also, it's awesome too know that the "I've heard that before" line was added by him! ABSOLUTE PERFECTION!!!!

[@FUBARGunpla]

these appearences prove it was never him that was the issue with og anakin, it was the writing and directing. because he absolutely NAILED this.

[@TDItaly98]

This is what healing looks like. Love this so much! This series is shaping up to be my favourite of all!

[@karankenZ]

Man's still looking like he's the same age as he was in Episode 3. What a G.

[@aMarita79]

So happy Hayden returned and I hope we get to see more of him in Ahsoka and other projects

[@yarinvak8347]

Hayden is genius! I cant belive he brought the idea of saying "iv heard it before" and referencing to luke in episode 6

[@Monkeegenesgroup]

So glad seeing Hayden back! We need more of him!

[@1000teresa4ever]

The fact the 2 actors knew each other before, added extra depth to the scene.

[@Francesco_Adam]

Absolutely love this behind the scenes stuff.

[@MrORIGINAL81]

I bet a lot of the stage workers are in their 20s or 30s and grew up watching the Prequals and getting to see Hayden be Anakin in person all these years later acting again is super cool.

[@reckszkingzactivitiesrkat.4134]

Still one of the best scenes to ever be made in Recent star wars yet , Dave Filoni knows what hes doing 🔥

[@AliothAncalagon]

His sheer presence with a lightsaber in his hand is incredible. Ray Park obviously is a storm of death once he gets going. But its the assassins determination to kill. Hayden swinging his weapon is like Gordon Ramsay filleting a fish. Every movement is as natural for him as breathing.

[@TheSirTomo]

Anakins choreography gave me goose bumps in this episode, it was perfection.

[@austinramsdail8528]

the amount of times i here this man simply say he's grateful is amazing because i truly believe it everytime he says it.

[@saulgoodman5213]

Haydens choreography skills are so smooth and perfect compared to the other fights😂

[@Mr.Pawsitive]

No Hayden, we should be grateful! We are stoked to have you back as Anakin/Vader

[@broskie5255]

I loved how the voicing changes from Anakin’s voice to Vaders voice when he says You lack conviction

[@travtubeshorts]

Fr!! I’m sad no one heard it! It’s the best part! It shows that anakin is letting Vader out to teach Ahsoka her final part of her training!

[@triippy...6476]

I just love Hayden man, I've always been behind the guy in support of him. I'm just glad the people that once dogpiled him are now getting to see why the other's love him. It's not the script that makes the actor, and seeing Hayden in a roll where we actually know more about Anakin. It's a huge polar difference between Prequels and Now. And on a second note, the dude created the awesome spinny wahoo lightsaber move in Star Wars and we've seen it ever since

[@J0Nramirez]

He's a legend. Anakin is my favorite. Always. Hayden!! You rock!!

[@raelcruz5909]

when i heard that ..”snips”.. chills

[@cfa6119]

HAYDEN YOU ARE THE CHOSEN ONE FOR GEORGE,DAVE and US!!!!! ❤ we love you so much and we waited and wanted this for so long ❤

[@infinitedonuts]

Who else thought that this couldn’t have been better? I was blown away.

[@jakemeyer8188]

I'm soooo glad Hayden is finally being appreciated for that role. I was an OT kid and wasn't too fond of the prequels, but I still didn't understand all the vitriol at the time. Thankfully, that generation has grown, and the Force is finding balance once again...

[@HumanDevilTV]

The entrance with the red lightsaber was one of the most chilling Star Wars moments for me. Hayden has not lost his touch with the lightsaber, either! What a brilliant performance!

[@johnmiller8205]

I could watch Hayden swing a lightsaber for hours, easily my favorite person to watch with a lightsaber, please WE NEED MORE

[@LivingForce]

I've always rooted for Hayden and glad after all this time fans have embraced him. His portrayal of young Vader was fantastic and I am happy he was able to reprise his role....

[@naydenlover]

This is all I wanted for Hayden back in star wars it's about time!!!!! These episodes were amazing!!!!!!!!

[@kimeriksson7445]

Hayden was AMAZING here, had goosebumps

[@AtlasFlynn]

Hayden made Anakin feel so powerful in this episode, he was a genuine threat 🔥

[@CardsGoneWild]

Hayden smashed this live action role from the animated series. Smashed.

[@Asmoogle]

Anakin.. the one and only! Love this guy! Nice perfomance hayden♥️🙏🏽

[@TheEmpress185]

As a fan I NEEDED this.I loved it!!The scenes were just brilliant.

[@kirank287]

I loved this episode. It's my favorite so far. It was perfect from beginning to end. The flashback scenes were amazing. From seeing Rex, the Purrgils, and this scene between Hayden and Rosario. It all gave goosebumps. I'm so excited for Part 6