Hayden Christensen has discussed the prequel-inspired lightsaber duels and Darth Vader’s mindset in Obi-Wan Kenobi.

These characters have aged, but not that much yet."

I didnt want it to end.

Obi-Wan Kenobi show prequels

It was a sad thing when it concluded.

At the time, I thought that was that.

I thought George had told his story, and my journey with the character was complete.

Obi-Wan Kenobi, Prequels

The physical preparation was intense.

I had to put on a decent amount of weight and size to fill up the suit.

This is, in a lot of ways, Vader in his prime.

Darth Vader Actor Reveals How Much Weight He Gained for Obi-Wan Kenobi

Hes got Anakin buried deep down inside.

So there has to be that bit of him in there for Luke to be able to access.

Theres a lot going on.

How Star Wars Wasted Hayden Christensen In Obi-Wan Kenobi

A return to that style of fighting in Star Wars is a welcome one.

Darth Vader is by far the most complex character in Star Wars.

His pain becomes everyone else’s.

Hayden Christensen Teases Darth Vader’s Future After Obi-Wan Kenobi

Obi-Wan Kenobidebuts on Disney+ on May 27.

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