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Star Wars: Darth Maul Actor Sam Witwer Reacts to Obi-Wan Kenobi Trailer


There is little doubt that people are quite happy with the Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer considering that it finally shows us the Jedi Master back in action. On the other hand, there's one particular character who feels it isn't fair that Kenobi is getting his own Star Wars series. Darth Maul voice actor Sam Witwer has tweeted in character and fans are loving it!

Sam Witwer has always been active on Twitter whenever there is new Star Wars content being dropped. Not surprisingly, the former Smallville star had an awesome reaction after the first Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer was released.

"Ever had someone be, like, rude to you... ...then he gets a big promotion at work or something? Please respect my privacy today," Witwer wrote before adding the hashtag #Kenobi.

It's important to remember that Witwer isn't throwing shade at the Star Wars series but is actually tweeting in character as Darth Maul, who holds a grudge against Obi-Wan Kenobi. Although some fans responded in alarm to the post, concerned that Witwer is having trouble with work, it's safe to say that this is all just a joke and should be taken lightheartedly.

Sam Witwer played Darth Maul in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels, and is known for his impressive portrayal of the former Sith Lord in both shows. In fact, fans often use a video clip of Witwer recording his infamous line where he screams "Kenobi" to virtually any Obi-Wan Kenobi update.

Obi-Wan Kenobi will star Ewan McGregor as the Jedi Master, Hayden Christensen as Darth Vader, Joel Edgerton as Owen Lars, and Bonnie Piesse as Beru Lars. They will be joined by Rupert Friend, Moses Ingram, and Sung Kang, who are all playing Inquisitors. The cast also includes Kumail Nanjiani, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Simone Kessell, Benny Safdie, Maya Erskine, and Rory Ross, whose roles are still undisclosed.

The new Star Wars series is set to premiere on Disney+ on May 24, 2022.

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