Liam Neeson, who plays Qui-Gon Jinn, recently avoided answering questions about the potential return of Obi-Wan Kenobi season 2 during an interview. Despite a surge in Star Wars films returning to theaters, Disney+ shows like Obi-Wan Kenobi remain a key focus, with rumors about a second season circulating for some time. Fans are eager to know whether Neeson will reprise his role as Qui-Gon Jinn alongside Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan.
During an exclusive interview with Liam Crowley from Screen Rant, Neeson was asked if he agreed with David Corenswet, the new Superman actor, who suggested that Qui-Gon should have been the one to train Anakin Skywalker. Neeson responded positively, expressing interest in working with Jake Lloyd, who portrayed young Anakin in the prequel trilogy.
When questioned about the possibility of seeing Qui-Gon in a new season of Obi-Wan Kenobi, Neeson deflected, saying,
Oh has it? There’s so many spinoffs. So I lost track.
This answer neither confirmed nor denied the rumors but skillfully avoided giving any spoilers or commitment.
Potential Role of Qui-Gon Jinn’s Force Ghost in Future Episodes
Whether Neeson’s comment was genuine confusion or a deliberate dodge remains unclear. However, many believe that if Obi-Wan Kenobi season 2 happens, featuring Qui-Gon Jinn’s Force Ghost would be a natural and essential storyline. The concept of Force Ghosts has long been part of Star Wars canon, dating back to Obi-Wan’s appearance after his death.
Qui-Gon Jinn was actually the first Force Ghost seen in the series, appearing to Obi-Wan at the end of Obi-Wan Kenobi season 1. Given that Obi-Wan himself later becomes a Force Ghost, it would make narrative sense for season 2 to explore the mentor’s guidance as he teaches Obi-Wan how to unite with the Force after death.
Interpreting Liam Neeson’s Evasive Responses
There are two probable explanations for Neeson’s responses. One is that he is genuinely unaware or out of touch with the latest Star Wars projects, given the influx of spin-offs and movies. The other, more intriguing explanation is that Neeson knows more but is intentionally withholding information to preserve surprises for fans.
His choice to avoid confirming details could indicate that Season 2 is in active discussion or production, and any confirmation now might spoil future announcements. With the long-standing rumors about Obi-Wan Kenobi season 2, it fits that Neeson would carefully sidestep questions to maintain secrecy.
Regardless of the truth, having Liam Neeson return on screen opposite Ewan McGregor would be a thrilling development for Star Wars enthusiasts, potentially deepening the story around the legendary Jedi duo and their connection to the Force.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Liam Neeson’s religion?
A. Raised in a Catholic family, Liam got his name from a priest in their community. He has three sisters: Elizabeth, Bernadette, and Rosaleen.
Q. What religion is Liam Neeson?
A. He mentioned that being a Catholic in a mostly Protestant town made him careful. He once felt like a “second-class citizen” there. However, he also stated he never felt “inferior or even different” at the town’s mainly Protestant technical college.
