12-24-2025, 03:20 PM
I'm rewatching the entire Star Wars saga in chronological order for the first time, and I'm struck by how differently I perceive Anakin Skywalker's arc now compared to when I first saw the prequels as a kid. The tragedy feels more profound, but I'm also noticing more of the narrative and tonal inconsistencies between the trilogies. For long-time fans, what's your preferred viewing order for introducing someone completely new to the franchise, and does including the newer films and series like Rogue One and Andor enhance or complicate the core mythos? I'm particularly interested in discussions about how the expanded universe material, both old and new, shapes your understanding of characters and events that the films only hint at.