ANAHEIM, Calif. — Disney CEO Bob Iger says “Star Wars” is getting its own themed land at Disney parks.

At Disney’s D23 Fan Expo on Saturday, Iger announced that the 14-acre attraction will be built at Disney World in Orlando, Florida, and Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The project represents the largest parks expansion ever.

Iger says the “Star Wars” land will include attractions and entertainment in an area populated by aliens and droids. There will also be a Cantina and the chance to take control of the Millennium Falcon.

“I am thrilled to announce the next chapter in the long and exciting history between Disney Parks and Star Wars,” said Iger. “These new lands at Disneyland and Walt Disney World will transport guests to a whole new Star Wars planet, including an epic Star Wars adventure that puts you in the middle of a climactic battle between the First Order and the Resistance.”

Disney parks have previously only had the Star Tours ride as their “Star Wars” themed attraction. More comprehensive park integration has been expected since Disney acquired Lucasfilm in 2012.


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