There is little doubt that Qui-Gon Jinn is one of the most loved characters in the Star Wars Universe so fans were understandably thrilled when the Jedi Master returned in two Disney+ shows last year. However, that might be the last time we get to see Qui-Gon in action. Liam Neeson has just stated that he has no interest in reprising his role in future Star Wars projects.
In 2022, fans were delighted when Qui-Gon Jinn appeared as a Force ghost briefly in Obi-Wan Kenobi. Liam Neeson later provided the voice of Qui-Gon in the animated series Tales of the Jedi which aired on Disney+ in October.
All the new Star Wars shows certainly had fans hoping to see more of Qui-Gon Jinn in the future but Liam Neeson is quick to point out that this isn't part of his plans. In a Men's Health feature, the Taken actor answered fan questions and at one point, was asked whether he will “pop up in a spinoff prequel.”
“No. Star Wars, no,” Neeson said. “As much as I admire them… There’s just so many of them now. So I’ve lost track, unfortunately.”
This is unfortunate news for fans who have been hoping to see more of Qui-Gon Jinn after his stellar return in 2022. On the other hand, we understand Liam Neeson's decision and hopefully, it will give way to more amazing and interesting characters being introduced in the Star Wars Universe.
There have been speculations that Qui-Gon Jinn will return in more Star Wars shows set in the past. However, it seems unlikely considering that most of the current projects are set after the Clone Wars.
Liam Neeson is currently working on several film projects including the Nimród Antal thriller Retribution and the Robert Lorenz movie In the Land of Saints and Sinners.
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