This upcomingStar WarsDay is a bit extra special as it will be celebrating the 25th Anniversary ofStar Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. The first prequel film is getting a theatrical re-release this weekend, a new line ofFunko Pops, and a lot of love from Disney. Now,Queen Padmé Amidalais receiving her royal marks, joining in on the fun with her own officially licensed doll for May the 4th.
The 11-inch doll is based on actressNatalie Portman’s most iconic look fromPhantom Menace, her strikingred throne room gown. As Disney describes, “the extravagant gown featured sein jewels that illuminated from within and was accessorized with an elaborate headdress. Her traditional royal makeup included a white base, red dots on both cheeks, and a red stripe painted on her lower lip to represent the suffering endured by the Naboo people before the Great Time of Peace.” The figure itselfwill be limited to only 3,1000 pieces, but features a ton of detail. This includes a molded golden headdress, rooted and braided hair, molded boots, satin lining, and golden embroidered detailing.
Padmé Across the Stars
Portman would go on to portray Padmé in all threeStar Warsprequel filmsand remains a key figure in the universe. While she gave up her Queen title after the events ofThe Phantom Menace, her role in the Galactic Senate allowed her to become a vital ally in the eventual Clone Wars. The character would appear in all sorts ofStar Warsmedia, like video games, comics, and shows likeStar Wars: The Clone Wars. Also, her forbidden romance with Anakin Skywalker was used to The Emperor’s advantage in seducing the Jedi Knight to the darkside. That would come to a head inEpisode III - Revenge of the Sith,when Padmé dies in childbirth after Ankin was fully turned into Darth Vadar. Of course,Padmé is the mother ofLuke SkywalkerandPrincess Leia Organa. Yet this hero’s legacy reaches beyond her children as she’s one ofStar Wars’ brightest hopes.
When is ‘The Phantom Menace’ Re-Releasing?
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menaceisreturning to theaterson August 21, 2025, alongside the otherSkywalker Saga films. This is just in time forStar Warswith the new Queen Amidala doll being part ofEpisode I’s25th Anniversary Collection. The royal doll will be going up for pre-order onDisney Store’s websiteon Saturday, May 4 at 11 AM EST for $129.99. Until then, you may viewEpisode I’s trailer below.
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
Two Jedi escape a hostile blockade to find allies and come across a young boy who may bring balance to the Force, but the long dormant Sith resurface to claim their original glory.
