The Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Initial Reactions are In

These are what critics are saying about the most-awaited Star Wars movie

There is no doubt about the fact that Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is one of the most anticipated sci-fi films of this year. The film that concludes the Skywalker Saga after 42 years is expected to be nothing short of phenomenal as it has to answer numerous questions and satisfy the fans spread all over the globe.

The makers tried their best to build the hype around the film some more by releasing The Rise of Skywalker trailers and clips and teasing people with cool Star Wars collaborations. But did the makers do what was expected of them in the film plot? Did they succeed in creating a film that will be remembered for decades? Some lucky people got to find the answer to these questions, and we are green with envy.

Yes, on Monday night, a bunch of lucky people including celebrities, select media and power players got the first look at Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and they aren’t holding back their reactions. People who have watched the world premiere in Los Angeles took to Twitter to share their reactions. Sadly, the reactions are not all positive. Most of these lucky people think that the film was a mix of satisfaction and disappointments, but there is hope as many of them were extremely positive too.

As the future of Star Wars films isn’t clear yet, the fans of the franchise have high hopes from the film, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and no one can blame them. We think that the fans should not be disappointed by the reviews and be their judge when it comes to ranking the film. If you think it’s good enough, whatever others are saying shouldn’t matter.

Catch Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker at a theatre near you and see whether J.J. Abrams and Lucasfilm’s final chapter is worth a re-watch or not. If you want to read the first reactions to the film before you book tickets, here are some of the best ones we came across.

Mike Ryan from Uproxx

“‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ is certainly the most convoluted Star Wars. There is a lot I liked, but the first half gets so bogged down with exposition and new plot and doodads and beacons and transmitters, it feels like it should have been three movies on its own.”

Adam B. from Variety

“There’s so much movie in this movie. But its best moments are the quietest and most human.”

Laura Prudon from IGN

“The emotional highs are spectacular, and there are a lot of payoffs (some earned, some not). But some choices feel like an unnecessary course-correct from The Last Jedi and some just plain don’t make sense.”

Rob Keyes from Screen Rant

“It’s an immensely satisfying and massive end to the saga. It somehow addresses issues, problematic characters, and most unanswered questions from The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi too.”

Erik Davis from Fandango

“Epic. All of it. #TheRiseofSkywalker is a terrific finale that is just stuffed with so much of everything. Action, adventure — answers!! — humour, heart, love, and grit.”

 

See more reactions below:

THE RISE OF SKYWALKER is everything I wanted it to be — because there’s never been a STAR WARS movie like this before.

It’s dark and scary, but hopeful and beautiful.

It ends the trilogy while also ending the saga as a whole.

I know I’m rambling — but I worship this movie. pic.twitter.com/XoJFl8Rv8n

— Jake Hamilton (@JakesTakes) December 17, 2019

All I can say is “wow.”#StarWars: #TheRiseOfSkywalker is many things: horrifying, hopeful, violent, lowkey horny, and full of the right kind of fan service.

But most of all, it’s a fitting ending for this incredible, 40+ year-long saga. pic.twitter.com/pd2GEwI7O3

— Dan Casey (@DanCasey) December 17, 2019

I’m still processing #StarWars #TheRiseofSkywalker. The emotional highs are spectacular, and there are a lot of payoffs (some earned, some not). But some choices feel like an unnecessary course-correct from The Last Jedi and some just plain don’t make sense. Need to see it again pic.twitter.com/NcgBbAeCVx

— Laura Prudom (@LauInLA) December 17, 2019

I’m gonna need a minute to digest #StarWarsTheRiseofSkywalker. There’s so much movie in this movie. But its best moments are the quietest and most human. Giving this more of a think, though.

— Adam B. Vary (@adambvary) December 17, 2019

There is good in Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker. But there is more that is disappointing. There are a number of choices that just don't track, fan service that doesn't work, and ignored details that are missed. I'm bummed. #StarWarsRiseofSkywalker pic.twitter.com/Ztk0VzGc6H

— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) December 17, 2019

Just got done watching #StarWars #RiseOfSkywalker and all I can say is wow. WOW and WOW. It pays homage to all of the films and does a great job of wrapping up this epic story. Phenomenal in every way.

— Xilla Valentine (@BlogXilla) December 17, 2019

Just stepped out of #TheRiseofSkywalker. It’s an immensely satisfying and MASSIVE end to the saga. It somehow addresses issues, problematic characters, and most unanswered questions from The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi too. pic.twitter.com/TMKeXCXuUx

— Rob Keyes (@rob_keyes) December 17, 2019

Watch Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker tomorrow, the 19th of December, 2019.