There are ongoing rumors and speculations about Oscar Isaac’s potential return to the Star Wars franchise as Poe Dameron. Here are the full details:
Background on Oscar Isaac and Poe Dameron
Oscar Isaac first portrayed Poe Dameron in Star Wars: Episode VII—The Force Awakens (2015), reprising his role in Episode VIII—The Last Jedi (2017) and Episode IX—The Rise of Skywalker (2019)[4]. His character became a fan favorite, known for being one of the best pilots in the Resistance.
Recent Developments
- Star Wars Celebration 2025: The official Star Wars Celebration Instagram announced that Oscar Isaac will appear at this year’s event, scheduled for April 18-20 in Tokyo[2][3][5]. This has sparked speculation about his possible return to the franchise.
- Rumors of Return: Fans speculate that he might reappear in upcoming films, such as the long-delayed Rey Skywalker film (New Jedi Order) or a new trilogy helmed by Simon Kinberg[1][2].
Oscar Isaac’s Stance on Returning
In 2020, Oscar Isaac jokingly said he would only return if he needed “another house or something,” indicating a reluctance to continue with big-budget franchises[4][5]. However, by 2022, he expressed openness to returning to Star Wars, stating he had “no real feeling one way or another” but was open to possibilities[7].
Creative Differences
Isaac has been vocal about past creative differences with Disney, particularly regarding a rejected romantic storyline between Poe and Finn. Despite these differences, his recent openness suggests a willingness to revisit his role under different circumstances[5].
Upcoming Projects
Daisy Ridley is confirmed for an upcoming film set after The Rise of Skywalker, which could provide an opportunity for other characters like Poe Dameron to return. The event might also include announcements related to future projects involving familiar characters from the sequel trilogy[3][6].
Overall, while there is no confirmation from Disney or Lucasfilm about Oscar Isaac’s return as Poe Dameron, his appearance at Star Wars Celebration 2025 has reignited fan interest and speculation about potential future roles within the franchise.
Citations:
[1] https://movieweb.com/star-wars-oscar-isaac-poe-return-rumor/
[2] https://www.ign.com/articles/star-wars-celebration-confirms-oscar-isaac-appearance-sparking-rumors-of-his-return-to-the-galaxy-far-far-away
[3] https://geekculture.co/oscar-isaac-star-wars-celebration-2025-fuels-poe-dameron-return-rumours/
[4] https://www.britannica.com/biography/Oscar-Isaac
[5] https://www.imdb.com/news/ni65110752/
[6] https://pk.ign.com/star-wars-damon-lindelof-sharmeen-obaid-chinoy-project/235354/news/star-wars-celebration-confirms-oscar-isaac-appearance-sparking-rumors-of-his-return-to-the-galaxy-fa
[7] https://variety.com/2022/film/news/oscar-isaac-star-wars-return-more-poe-dameron-1235338833/
[8] https://www.vg247.com/oscar-isaac-is-apparently-set-to-make-an-appearance-at-star-wars-celebration
