Star Wars: Episode VIII The Last Jedi arrives in theaters on Friday, December 15, and Stephen’s longtime friend Brian Handy joins us for our spoiler-free review of the exciting follow-up to 2015’s The Force Awakens. Brian also recaps Saturday’s red carpet premiere in LA, which he was able to attend. How did Rian Johnson do with his first Star Wars movie? Listen to our review to find out. Or, if you’d prefer, read our written review. And stay tuned for a spoiler-filled episode this weekend once the film hits theaters, where will dissect every aspect of the plot.

Update: Our full spoiler-filled review is now available!

Having taken her first steps into the Jedi world, Rey joins Luke Skywalker on an adventure with Leia, Finn and Poe that unlocks mysteries of the Force and secrets of the past.

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