Actor Ewan McGregor has discussed a potential second season of the Disney+ series Obi-Wan Kenobi with Lucasfilm co-president Dave Filoni, pitching a storyline that centers on the Jedi Master reaching out to Yoda. McGregor, who reprised his role in the 2022 miniseries following his appearances in the prequel trilogy, revealed the informal creative pitch during a recent interview with Variety.
Creative Concept and Pitch Details
The proposed narrative focuses on expanding the timeline between the prequel films and the original trilogy. McGregor stated that his ongoing discussions with Filoni involve incorporating Yoda into the narrative arc, exploring further training and philosophical hurdles for Kenobi during his exile on Tatooine. No scripts have been ordered, and the pitch remains at an informal conceptual stage between the actor and the studio's creative leadership.
Lucasfilm and Disney Strategy
The project faces significant hurdles due to a broader shift in corporate strategy at The Walt Disney Company. Lucasfilm is currently scaling back its live-action television output on Disney+ to prioritize theatrical film releases across its franchises. Because of this pivot away from streaming-first expansions, a second season of Obi-Wan Kenobi has not received a green light from executives.
McGregor’s public disclosure confirms active interest from the principal cast member to continue the character's journey, but structural changes in Lucasfilm's release slate mean the pitch will remain on hold for the foreseeable future.
