Star Wars Confirms Major Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia Return

Published Aug 19, 2026, 5:30 PM EDT Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia stand out as one of the Star Wars franchise's most iconic duos of all time, appearing in countless live-action and animated television shows, feature films, and other projects over the past several decades. Now, the pair are set to make an appearance in an upcoming Star Wars comics release. The first issue of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge — Echoes Of The Empire was released on April 22, 2026, and three other issues have been published since then throughout the year. The comic book miniseries features some of the most popular Star Wars heroes and villains, including Chewbacca, C-3PO, and R2-D2, as they embark on new adventures throughout the galaxy. Now, Luke and Leia will be returning to the cast for an all-new mission. Luke and Leia Will Officially Return to Star Wars Comics This August Image via Marvel Comics On August 19, 2026, the fifth issue of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge — Echoes Of The Empire will be made available. The issue will be written by Ethan Sacks, who has written other Star Wars comics, such as Star Wars: Bounty Hunters and Star Wars: Allegiance. Phil Noto, who has illustrated countless other Star Wars an...