Star Wars: Episode VIII The Last Jedi

From a baby dressed up like R2-D2 to a person getting their haircut in a Chewbacca costume, the force is strong in these folks. USA TODAY

When you travel to a galaxy far, far away, you've got to expect to hear a few new languages. From Greedo to droidspeak, director Rian Johnson and ‘The Last Jedi’ cast enjoy ‘Star Wars'’ many languages. (Dec. 21) AP

"Star Wars: The Last Jedi" lands in China with star Daisy Ridley and director Rian Johnson discussing the movie's 50/50 gender split. (Dec. 20) AP

'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' introduces a new creature, the porgs. Despite creating dissent among fans, porgs are set to be the toy to get in the holiday season. Rollo Ross reports. Video provided by Reuters. Newslook

'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' cast members including Mark Hamill, Daisy Ridley and John Boyega hit the red carpet at London's Royal Albert Hall for the film's star-studded European premiere. (Dec. 13) AP

At the 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' premiere in Los Angeles, Mark Hamill was thankful for his 'Jedi pension plan' and Daisy Ridley prepared with wine and guacamole. (Dec. 10) AP

Before you head out to see the new movie, here's a recap of where the saga left off with 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens.' USA TODAY

Actress Daisy Ridley, who plays Rey in the latest "Star Wars" franchise, says the next instalment in the sci-fi adventure will see characters "pushed beyond their limits, beyond their comfort." (Dec. 6) AP

Actors Mark Hamill, John Boyega and director Rian Johnson talk about putting 'The Force Awakens' characters "through a meat grinder" in the latest 'Star Wars' adventure, 'The Last Jedi.' (Dec. 7) AP

Daisy Ridley is a beautiful suspect in 'Murder on the Orient Express.' But the star is getting ready to board 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi.' Here's what we learned about her upcoming adventure.

Mark Hamill talks about Carrie Fisher’s role in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' and opens up about their real-life sibling-like relationship. (Dec. 3) AP

New trailer offers glimpse of upcoming 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi.' Newslook

Star Wars cast in Mexico for the premier of 'The last Jedi' Video provided by AFP Newslook

The actor who portrays brother Luke Skywalker to Fisher's Princess Leia says his relationship with the actress 'blew hot and cold, just like real siblings.' (Dec. 2) AP

Tom Hardy and Gary Barlow will also make a special appearance in the franchise. Time

An exclusive behind-the-scenes video features writer/director Rian Johnson working on the set of 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' plus new footage with cast members Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher. Lucasfilm

Speaking at the New York premiere of "Goodbye Christopher Robin," actor Domhnall Gleeson admits he's struggling to know what he can and can't say about his role in "Star Wars: The Last Jedi." (Oct. 12) AP

The Wall Street Journal reports Disney's requirements for showing the film could harm small-town theaters. Video provided by Newsy Newslook

We don't know much about the new creature in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' but we still want one. USA TODAY

Star Wars and tech company Sphero collaborated to unveil two remote-controlled droids in preparation for "The Last Jedi." One of the new droids happens to be from the dark side. USA TODAY

Daisy Ridley's Rey and Adam Driver's Kylo Ren are front and center, alongside co-stars Mark Hamill, John Boyega and Carrie Fisher, in the new trailer for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi.' Lucasfilm

Disney's teaser trailer for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' picks up with Rey's encounter with Luke.

A behind-the-scenes look at the making of 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' with writer/director Rian Johnson and cast members Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Mark Hamill and the late Carrie Fisher. Lucasfilm

'Star Wars' fans are finally getting to know actress Kelly Marie Tran — or, as she’s known in 'The Last Jedi', a Resistance mechanic named Rose. Time

Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and director Rian Johnson talk about the unveiling of the first trailer for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' at Star Wars Celebration in Orlando, Florida, Friday, and the challenge of keeping the story under wraps. (April 15) AP