Oscar Isaac, best known for his role as resistance pilot Poe Dameron in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, has expressed strong criticism of Disney, casting doubt on any potential return to the galaxy far, far away.
In a new interview with GQ Magazine, published on November 10, 2025, Isaac was asked about the possibility of reprising his Star Wars role. His response was pointed and political:
“Right now I’m not so open to working with Disney. But if they can kinda figure it out and, you know, not succumb to fascism, that would be great.”
Background: The Kimmel Controversy
Isaac’s comments come shortly after Disney-owned ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! in late September, following Kimmel’s remarks about the assassination of far-right figure Charlie Kirk.
During his monologue, Kimmel criticized online narratives that tried to shift blame after Kirk’s death. His comments sparked a wave of outrage from conservative groups, leading Disney and ABC to suspend the show for five days — a decision that was widely condemned by free-speech advocates.
When Jimmy Kimmel Live! returned on September 23, the host appeared emotional, clarifying:
“It was never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man. I don’t think there’s anything funny about it.”
An editor’s note in GQ stated that Isaac’s interview took place two days after ABC and Disney suspended the show, suggesting that his frustration was directly linked to the network’s decision.
Isaac Reflects on His Star Wars Past
Isaac also revisited his earlier 2020 comments, when he joked that he would only return to Star Wars if he “needed another house.” Speaking more candidly this time, the actor called that remark “slightly dickish.”
“That was a real likable quote. Jesus Christ,” he laughed. “People ask you things, you say stuff, you don’t really think about it that much.”
Isaac previously described his Star Wars experience as rewarding but creatively limiting, saying his passion lies in “handmade movies” and working with “people that inspire me.”
Box Office Legacy
Isaac appeared in all three films of Disney’s sequel trilogy — The Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017), and The Rise of Skywalker (2019). Together, the films grossed over $4.4 billion worldwide, making Poe Dameron one of the most recognizable modern Star Wars characters.
What’s Next for Oscar Isaac
Despite his strained relationship with Disney, Isaac’s career remains as strong as ever. He currently stars in Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein on Netflix, alongside Jacob Elordi, Mia Goth, and Christoph Waltz. He has also been confirmed to lead Season 2 of Netflix’s acclaimed series Beef.
Final Words
While Isaac’s remarks may ruffle feathers at Disney, they reflect a growing tension between Hollywood talent and corporate decision-making — especially around issues of free expression and creative independence.
As for Star Wars, Isaac seems in no rush to return to the cockpit of an X-wing. Unless, as he once said, “they figure it out.”
