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The Man, the Myth, the Jedi
FAN EXPO Anaheim is debuting this month, and Mark Hamill will be making an appearance to meet fans. So, let's take a moment to look back on his legendary career.
STAR WARS
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a young actor by the name of Mark Hamill played Luke Skywalker and the Star Wars fandom was born. His portrayal of the Tatooine farmboy turned Jedi shaped an entire generation's understanding of heroism, hope, and the power of believing in something bigger than yourself. His performance became the emotional core of the original trilogy, proving that even the smallest person can change the course of the future. Decades later, his return to the role reminded us why we fell in love with Star Wars in the first place, cementing his legacy as the hero who started it all.
Batman
Over a 30-year span, Mark Hamill has been the voice behind Batman's archnemesis, The Joker. First appearing in the Batman: The Animated Series, Hamill's take on the Clown Prince redefined the character from his manic laugh, chilling delivery, and ability to shift from playful to terrifying in a heartbeat. Hamill's voice work set the gold standard for the portrayal of The Joker in animation with many voice actors taking inspiration from his portrayal of the character.
Film
Corvette Summer
Kenneth W. & Dantley Jr.
(1978)
Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
Cocknocker
(2001)
Kingsman: The Secret Service
Professor James Arnold
(2014)
Brigsby Bear
Ted Mitchum
(2017)
The Life of Chuck
Albie Krantz
(2024)
The Long Walk
The Major
(2025)
TV SHOWS
The Texas Wheelers
Doobie Wheeler
(1974–1975)
Son of the Beach
The Divine Rod
(2000–2002)
The Flash
James Jesse / Trickster
(2015–2016)
Knightfall
Talus
(2019)
The Sandman
Mervyn Pumpkinhead
(2022–2025)
The Fall of the House of Usher
Arthur Pym
(2023)
Studio Ghibli
Castle in the Sky
Colonel Muska
(2003)
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
Mayor of Pejite
(2005)
The Boy and the Heron
Grand Uncle
(2023)
Voice Acting
Jeannie
Corey Anders
(1973)
SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron
Johnny K., Burke, Red Lynx, additional voices
(1993–1994)
Spider-Man: The Animated Series
Jason Philips / Hobgoblin
(1995–1998)
Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island
Snakebite Scruggs, Airport Manager
(1998)
Scooby-Doo and the Alien Invaders
Steve
(2000)
Codename: Kids Next Door
Captain Stickybeard
(2002–2008)
Avatar: The Last Airbender
Fire Lord Ozai
(2005–2008)
Regular Show
Skips
(2010–2017)
DreamWorks Dragons
Alvin the Treacherous
(2012–2014)
Child's Play
Chucky
(2019)
The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
The Scientist (skekTek)
(2019)
Masters of the Universe: Revelation
Skeletor
(2021–2024)
Invincible
Art Rosenbaum
(2021-Present)
The Wild Robot
Thorn
(2024)
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants
The Flying Dutchman
(2025)
Tales from Panels
Mark Hamill Panel Highlights | FAN EXPO Chicago 2024
Move over Luke, The Flying Dutchman is in the building. Hear from the legendary Mark Hamill as he gives us exclusive updates from his panel in Chicago.
Mark Hamill talks getting cast as Luke Skywalker
At FAN EXPO San Francisco, Mark Hamill looks back when he was casted as Luke Skywalker. And the rest is Star War's history.