ESPN, Lucasfilm and the NFL to put Super Bowl LXI in ‘a galaxy far, far away’ with Star Wars Funday Football on Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney XD
Super Bowl LXI will be streamed in a Star Wars galaxy with a Disney‑produced alternate broadcast
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When will the Star Wars‑themed alternate broadcast air?
It is scheduled for Super Bowl LXI in 2027.
Which services will carry the alternate feed?
Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney XD will stream the broadcast.
Which companies are involved in producing the alt‑cast?
ESPN, Lucasfilm, the NFL and Disney are collaborating on the project.
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ESPN, Lucasfilm and the NFL confirmed they are launching an “alt‑cast” that places the championship “in a galaxy far, far away.” The initiative ties the league’s marquee event to the iconic sci‑fi franchise for the first time. The alternate feed will stream on Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney XD under the banner “Star Wars Funday Football.” Disney’s platforms will host animated segments and commentary that blend game action with familiar Star Wars motifs.
Reporting by ESPN Press Room, StarWars.com, The Hollywood Reporter, Variety and WJLA details the cross‑promotional strategy, positioning the broadcast as a family‑friendly option that expands the Super Bowl’s audience beyond traditional sports viewers. The alt‑cast is slated for the 2027 championship, with Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney XD set to carry the feed on game day.
Fans can expect further rollout details from the partners in the weeks leading up to the event, and promotional teasers are likely to appear on Disney’s social channels and during regular season NFL broadcasts.
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Star Wars Funday Football Takes on Super Bowl LXIStarWars.com · 3h ago
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‘Star Wars’-Themed Super Bowl Altcast Joins Disney’s Big Game LineupThe Hollywood Reporter · 3h ago
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