
Star Wars: Evolution of the Lightsaber Duel
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Overview
Though lightsabers have been a force in the Star Wars galaxy since George Lucas’ original film, the weapon’s on-screen presence evolved throughout both cinematic trilogies and into Star Wars: The Force Awakens. SportsCenter is tracing the lightsaber’s lineage through the films, and a new trailer for the special will definitely delight any fan’s inner Star Wars Kid.
Top Cast


Mark Hamill
Mark Hamill
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Mark Hamill
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J.J. Abrams
J.J. Abrams
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J.J. Abrams
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John Boyega
John Boyega
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John Boyega
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George Lucas
George Lucas
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George Lucas
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Alec Guinness
Alec Guinness
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Alec Guinness
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Ian McDiarmid
Ian McDiarmid
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Ian McDiarmid
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Nick Gillard
Nick Gillard
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Nick Gillard
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Ray Park
Ray Park
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Ray Park
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Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson
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Samuel L. Jackson
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Paul Vincent
Paul Vincent
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Paul Vincent
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