Ewan McGregor Says ‘Come On, Disney!’ While Pressuring Studio to Let Him Play Obi-Wan Kenobi Again: ‘They Just Seem Not to Be Ready’

Variety•Wed, Aug 12, 2026, 09:45 PM•2 min read

Ewan McGregor is putting the pressure on Disney when it comes to playing Obi-Wan Kenobi again. The actor told E! News on the press tour for his latest movie, “The End of Oak Street,” that the ball is in Disney’s court regarding his future with the “Star Wars” franchise.

Source: [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/ewan-mcgregor-obi-wan-kenobi-return-pressures-disney-1236832862/)

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