“The Rise of Skywalker” Premiered Overnight and the Reactions Are in

It looks like we’re in for one big lightsaber adventure.

If you’ve been sensing a disturbance in the force this morning, that is because the upcoming trilogy-ender Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker premiered in Los Angeles overnight. While no full reviews of the film have been posted yet, early viewers have taken to social media to share their initial thoughts on the flick.

That means we’re about to receive many different opinions, both good and bad.

However, we can all breathe a collective sigh of relief. Based on early reactions, it seems like director J.J. Abrams has done enough to satisfy OG fans, with some critics even claiming it’s the best one yet.  

I realized within the first 20 mins of #StarWars #TheRiseofSkywalker that it was the best film in this trilogy, and it kept getting better right through to the end. THANK YOU!!! #Maytheforcebewithyou

— Maude Garrett (@maudegarrett) December 17, 2019

Others were simply blown away.

Just saw #StarWars #TheRiseOfSkywalker at the world premiere in Hollywood & I AM BLOWN AWAY! This movie made me cheer, cry, gasp, laugh & cheer again. Loved it - especially for the message about the power of friendship. Fans are gonna ❤️ this movie! Will see it again & again! pic.twitter.com/LWjrLCAMdM

— Bonnie Burton (@bonniegrrl) December 17, 2019

THE RISE OF SKYWALKER is everything I wanted it to be — because there’s never been a STAR WARS movie like this before.

It’s dark and scary, but hopeful and beautiful.

It ends the trilogy while also ending the saga as a whole.

I know I’m rambling — but I worship this movie. pic.twitter.com/XoJFl8Rv8n

— Jake Hamilton (@JakesTakes) December 17, 2019

JJ SAVES. #TheRiseOfSkywalker is a joyride brimming w heart, camaraderie & reverence. It’s a beast of a film jam-packed w well-earned emotional surprises, servicing the past as agreesively as it covers fresh new ground. It’s a fitting ending to the greatest Saga of all time. 1/7

— Kyle Newman (@kyle_newman) December 17, 2019

Alas, not everyone was pleased with how The Rise of Skywalker wrapped up the saga, with some claiming there are elements of the movie that simply don’t work.

There is good in Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker. But there is more that is disappointing. There are a number of choices that just don't track, fan service that doesn't work, and ignored details that are missed. I'm bummed. #StarWarsRiseofSkywalker pic.twitter.com/Ztk0VzGc6H

— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) December 17, 2019

RISE OF SKYWALKER is bananas. It's like a big submarine sandwich but the only ingredients are banana peppers and it's being served to you on an exploding spaceship and everyone is yelling

— David Sims (@davidlsims) December 17, 2019

watching the rise of skywalker is like telling an acquaintance you ate potato salad once and enjoyed it, and then having that acquaintance break into your home in the middle of the night, tie you to a chair, and mash potato salad into your face and eyes for 2+ hours

— Emma Stefansky (@stefabsky) December 17, 2019

With all this information rolling in, there are bound to be spoilers. Some Twitter users have been encouraging fans to stay off social media, until they’ve seen the movie themselves. Unless, of course, you enjoy a cheeky spoiler or two. 

I swear if I see ONE SINGLE #TheRiseOfSkywalker SPOILER on my timeline I will call the cops, the FBI, the CIA, the BAU and I will sue.

— Francesca (@msfrancescaaloe) December 18, 2019

Despite mixed reactions to the project, it looks like the cast had a great time at the global premiere, with Stranger Things actor Gaten Matarazzo even managing to receive a hug from John Boyega.

The touching moment might even be cuter than Baby Yoda.

Stranger Things have happened on a red carpet... @GatenM123 & @JohnBoyega share a cute moment! #TheRiseOfSkywalker https://t.co/qCLDgK37gr pic.twitter.com/MpR9jBGpDx

— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) December 17, 2019

Sadly, it appears that Oscar Isaac didn’t take Boyega up on his offer to accompany him to the premiere. Instead, Isaac was photographed on the carpet with his wife, Elvira Lind.

Image: Jesse Grant / Getty Images Entertainment. 

Fortunately, Boyega seemed to be having a great time on his own. 

Image: Ethan Miller / FilmMagic.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker lands in Australian cinemas on Thursday 19 December. May the force be with you.

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