Sam Witwer, the actor who brought Starkiller to life in Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, has expressed his enthusiasm for returning to the role, even if it means shaving his head. In a recent interview with Polygon, Witwer revealed he would be "very happy" to make the hairstyle change if Lucasfilm ever asked him to reprise his role as the powerful Force user.
Known for his extensive work in the Star Wars universe, including voicing various versions of Darth Maul, Witwer shared his deep connection to Starkiller, stating, "I love that character, and he's really the reason I'm here." He emphasized his willingness to not only wield a lightsaber again but also embrace the character's signature bald look without hesitation.
Starkiller, originally named Galen Marek, debuted in the 2008 game The Force Unleashed, available on platforms like the Wii, DS, PlayStation Portable, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. As Darth Vader's secret apprentice, the character started as a Jedi before being trained by the Sith Lord to serve the Empire. After the release of the original game and its 2010 sequel, Starkiller was relegated to the "Legends" category of Star Wars lore, meaning he is no longer considered canon, though a potential revival remains possible.
Witwer's Star Wars credits extend beyond Starkiller, including voicing Emperor Palpatine and minor characters across the franchise. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of Darth Maul in projects like Solo: A Star Wars Story and the recent Maul – Shadow Lord. However, it was his role in The Force Unleashed that launched his journey in the galaxy far, far away, and it's a part he seems most keen to revisit.
In the past, Witwer hinted that Starkiller almost made an appearance in the animated series Rebels, though those plans never came to fruition. Currently, Disney has not indicated any official plans to bring the character back in video games or live-action projects. While fans await news on a potential return, they can revisit our original review of The Force Unleashed, which scored a 7.3/10.
