Nathaniel Roark
310 articles published since October 21, 2022
Author Details
Nathaniel Roark graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2020 with a B.A. in Theatre and minors in Arts and Business Administration. He is based in Louisville, KY, and enjoys hanging out with friends, teaching Karate classes, and watching WAY too many movies. He is also active on YouTube as "Director Nat" and "The Media Monologue."
Industry Focus
Nathaniel is a Star Wars Features Writer for Screen Rant, covering the latest Disney+ shows and movie updates. He is a walking encyclopedia on the Star Wars Expanded Universe of books and comics and loves tracking characters and storylines across different mediums.
Favorite Media
Nathaniel's favorite Star Wars stories include The Empire Strikes Back, The Clone Wars TV series, the Knights of the Old Republic video games, the Legacy comic, and Darth Plagueis. He will always admire George Lucas' contributions to the film industry and the wonderful galaxy he created.
15 Hidden Details In The Star Wars Original Trilogy
The original Star Wars trilogy is packed with hidden details that are fun to spot on rewatch and give viewers a greater appreciation for the movies.
10 Biggest Missed Opportunities In The Star Wars TV Shows
The Star Wars TV shows have offered some of the most compelling stories in the franchise, but there have also been several missed opportunities.
Star Wars Theory Explains Exactly How Thrawn's Night Troopers Came Back To Life (Fitting Canon Rules)
Ahsoka season 1 never reveals how Thrawn's Night Troopers were resurrected, but a compelling theory explains how it fits into Star Wars canon.
10 Harsh Realities Of Rewatching Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 1
Star Wars: The Clone Wars may have grown into an outstanding animated series, but its first season has many problems that become clear upon rewatch.
10 Places Hayden Christensen's Anakin Skywalker Can Appear Again
Hayden Christensen's return as Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka season 1 has left audiences wondering when he will appear again in Star Wars.
Ahsoka Never Explained Why Baylan Skoll Had An Orange Lightsaber
Baylan Skoll and Shin Hati's orange lightsabers were an intriguing part of Ahsoka, but the show never explained why they carry them or what they mean.
Amazing Star Wars Art Brings The Darkest Ahsoka Season 2 Theory To Life
The ending of the Ahsoka season finale makes the darkest Star Wars theory more likely, and an incredible piece of fan art brings this idea to life.
Why The Obi-Wan Kenobi vs. Darth Vader Rematch Looked So Disappointing Explained As Filmmaker Looks Back On Unexpected Challenge
Obi-Wan Kenobi's duel with Darth Vader was visually disappointing, and a Star Wars cinematographer has finally revealed why this was the case.
All 6 Times Anakin Skywalker's Force Ghost Has Appeared In Star Wars
Anakin Skywalker has appeared six times in Star Wars canon, continuing to shape the timeline even after his death at the end of Return of the Jedi.
How Rey Will Be Able To Rebuild The Jedi Order Revealed Ahead Of Her New Movie
Rebuilding the Jedi Order will be a nearly impossible challenge for Rey, but Ahsoka has shown how she will do it in her next Star Wars movie.
10 Star Wars Theories Debunked By The Ahsoka Season 1 Finale
There were countless Star Wars theories throughout Ahsoka season 1, many of which were wrong. Here are 10 theories debunked by the Ahsoka finale.
Ahsoka's Mortis Gods Resurrects A Major The Rise Of Skywalker Theory
Star Wars fans have long speculated on Ahsoka Tano's fate in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and the Mortis Gods support a popular theory.
Morai Explained: Ahsoka's White Bird Species & Deep Star Wars Lore
Ahsoka's old friend Morai returns to Star Wars in Ahsoka episode 8. Here's what that means for Ahsoka and how it connects to Star Wars lore.
Why Ezra's New Lightsaber Is Blue & What His Hilt Means
Instead of making his new lightsaber green, Ezra Bridger constructs a blue one in Ahsoka episode 8, and there are a few reasons why he does so.
Ahsoka Episode 8 Recap: 13 Biggest Spoilers
Ahsoka episode 8 contains several moments that will satisfy longtime fans, set up season 2, and pave the way for the grand finale of the Mandoverse.
Star Wars Visions Season 3: Story, Updates, Release Date Prediction, Everything We Know
While Lucasfilm hasn't announced Star Wars Visions season 3, here's everything we know about the project and when it will most likely be released.
15 Biggest Star Wars Plot Holes
The Star Wars saga is one of the most epic stories in science fiction, but after decades of new entries, there are several glaring plot holes.
Ahsoka Theory Reveals Shin Hati Is Mara Jade's True Replacement In Star Wars Canon
While characters like Thrawn have returned to Star Wars, Mara Jade has yet to appear in canon, but a theory suggests that Shin Hati will replace her.
Is Darth Vader Dead In Ahsoka?
Ahsoka episode 7 "Dreams and Madness" once again features Anakin Skywalker - but is Darth Vader dead at this point in the Star Wars timeline?
5 Star Wars Planets In Ahsoka (& Where It Was Filmed)
Ahsoka features a mix of familiar and new Star Wars planets, bringing a sense of familiarity while pushing the franchise in new directions.