Darth Vader will reportedly be returning to the big screen in Disney's upcoming anthology film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

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According to Making Star Wars , Vader's iconic costume has been faithfully recreated by helmet sculptor Brian Muir and his team, and "perfectly" matches Vader's look in A New Hope.Warning: Potential spoilers below.The outlet also claims that original voice actor James Earl Jones will be returning to voice Vader in Rogue One. Whether or not his lines have already been recorded is unknown, as they may be added in post-production.Reports also claim Vader will be played by a completely new actor, and there's no word on exactly how large a part the character will have in the film. That said, rumblings suggest he'll be a "prominent player in a few scenes and something to fear for the heroes."Rogue One: A Star Wars Story opens in theaters this coming December, and may feature a cameo by young Han Solo , who has yet to be cast.

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