Star Wars at Disneyland: First Look at Luke Skywalker and 'Shadows of Memory' Projection Show

Mar 28, 2025 in "Disneyland Resort"

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'Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga' Projection Show

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Posted: Friday March 28, 2025 10:40am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Disney has shared a first look at Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga, the new projection show debuting tonight in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park. The show is part of the limited-time Season of the Force event, running from March 28 through May 11, 2025.

'Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga' Projection Show

Tonight’s performances are scheduled for 9:00 PM and 10:15 PM.

'Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga' Projection Show

Shadows of Memory uses projection mapping and music to bring iconic moments from the Skywalker saga to life. The Batuu landscape near the Millennium Falcon is transformed as scenes and characters from the Star Wars films are projected onto the spires, all set to a musical score built from familiar John Williams themes. Guests can expect to see imagery evoking the rise, fall, and legacy of Anakin, Luke, and Leia.

'Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga' Projection Show

Disney also released a first look at the Luke Skywalker character appearance, a surprise addition to Galaxy’s Edge for this year’s event. This marks the first time a classic-era version of Luke Skywalker is meeting guests in the land. The character wears Jedi robes and appears at select times throughout the day for limited-time meet and greets.

Luke Skywalker meet and greet

Both offerings are exclusive to Season of the Force and are expected to run through May 11, although the projection show may be extended. No word yet on if either experience will be added to Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World.

'Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga' Projection Show

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AJFireman7 days ago

There will be a new theme added starting May 4th so you might start seeing them again. For a Limited Time Only, starting May 4th, 2025—Reclaimed and Reforged Over the centuries, countless lightsabers fell into the hands of smugglers and bounty hunters. Remnants of ancient battles and abandoned scrap have been scavenged from the distant reaches of the galaxy's outer rim.

Nirya9 days ago

It's still there, but it's much easier to get a reservation if you want one.

Heppenheimer9 days ago

BTW, just wondering, does Galaxy's Edge still have Savi's workshop? It seemed the first two times I went to Disneyland after Galaxy's Edge opened that I saw lots of people walking around with their expensive new tchotchkes. Two weeks ago when we visited, I didn't see a single lightsaber. Has Disney burned through the supply of fans willing to pay for that experience?

D.Silentu10 days ago

More news has come out this weekend about the Mandalorian update to Smuggler‘s Run. From the sound of things the ride will start the same way every time, but branch off to different destinations midway through. It seems like they’re juicing up the engineer’s role as well. All good news! https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/the-mandalorian-grogu-and-new-crew-controls-coming-to-smugglers-run/

dmw16 days ago

My wife and I were at DLR April 2-4. We saw the projection show April 2. I thought it was an 8:30pm show, but I may be mistaken on the time. It was very crowded. I think we arrived about 30-40 minutes before the show started. We were on the main level next to the Falcon. CMs kept moving people back away from the Falcon. I feel like the CMs were still trying to figure out where people could stand, where to mark the walkways, etc. As for the show, I enjoyed it. Would I do it again? only if I had time and was in the area. One cool part was when everyone in the audience raised their light sabers in the air. I wish I had one... On nights when DL has fireworks, there is a themed show in GE with different music, etc., and the castle fireworks visible over the spires in GE. We did not attend the fireworks show in GE on 4/4, as we had preferred seats for Fantasmic and watched the fireworks from there (also with different music and also water projections).

Disney Irish22 days ago

If only he'd work for the $25/hr that character performers make. ;)

Alice a22 days ago

They just need to get Sebastian Stan…

DisneyWarrior2724 days ago

Phroobar24 days ago

@DisneyWarrior27 is that you? 😮

wityblack24 days ago

Honestly, you want a Luke that isn't uncanny (and I hate that I'm suggesting this), go with sequel era Luke. The bear and messier hair really draws attention away from facial structure. Still takes the right person to play it, but you can hide a lot more. Especially if you keep the hood up.

Sirwalterraleigh25 days ago

The fact it isn’t an iconic character takes the edge off as well

mickEblu25 days ago

Yeah true and without R2D2 he may as well not even be out there at all. R2D2 is Luke’s makeup.

Disney Analyst25 days ago

Honestly, I think it’s just harder in general for “male” roles, that are very realistic looking. You know? Captain Jack is easy, because of the makeup, costume, facial hair, etc. Luke is really just a dude…