In the limited series, Kenobi undergoes a series of trials and emotional struggles that lead him to become the wise old Jedi who first graced movie theater screens in 1977 - from burying his lightsaber and denying the Force outright, to finally, at the end of the series, making contact with his old Master Qui-Gon Jinn ( Liam Neeson), who plans to teach him the ways of existing beyond. But the similarities aren’t just physical. Guinness was 63 at the time of A New Hope, so in another 10 years, McGregor will be nearly the same age. While Obi-Wan has yet to fully take on Guinness’ aged appearance, the timing is still there, with McGregor currently 51. While we still see moments of Kenobi’s flashier moves and lightsaber poses of his younger days, this time around McGregor takes on a more aged approach, holding his lightsaber with two hands and striking more firmly - and less fluidly - than before. So while McGregor certainly pulled inspiration from Guinness in Revenge of the Sith (some facial hair similarities and delivery of the iconic phrase “Hello there”), it’s now in the limited series that we finally see clearer glimpses of Guinness’ mannerisms blending into McGregor’s performance.Ī major point, McGregor’s recent portrayal of the character draws greater inspiration from Guinness’ fighting style in the original film. ![]() ![]() He’s also a bit gruff from living in a cave on Tatooine for two decades.īut Guinness came first. Jump 20 years into the future, and Alec Guinness’ Obi-Wan is wise, contemplative and highly connected to the Force. At the heart of his story, he’s also the trusted mentor to padawan Anakin Skywalker ( Hayden Christensen) - the would-be Chosen One who later turns into Darth Vader. He’s a fierce protector and a devoted member of the Jedi Council. Obi-Wan in the prequels is a confident Jedi master who is bestowed the title General in the Army of the Republic. ![]() Prior to this story, it was largely accepted by fans that young Obi-Wan of the prequels and Ben Kenobi of the original trilogy were men of not only two different time periods, but two different lives. With 10 years having passed in the miniseries since Episode III, Obi-Wan draws closer to looking and sounding like Guinness over the course of the six-part show. Bill Hader Says He Will Not Sign 'Star Wars' Merchandise: "Autograph People Don't Like Me"
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