The resounding question around the Force Awakens trailers — “Where is Luke?” — has given way to the most out-there fan theory of all: that Luke Skywalker is somehow Kylo Ren.
Think about it: You’ve never seen his face, he has an unhealthy obsession with Darth Vader, they share a love for all-black outfits and we haven’t seen one shot of Luke this entire time. If you thought any of these thoughts, you’re wrong.
The Vanity Fair photoshoot clearly shows a maskless Kylo Ren is none other than Adam Driver, and Luke’s absence could mean that Abrams is saving him for another twist reveal.
The theory that Luke has turned to the dark side carries a little more weight, though not much, considering everything Luke went through at the expense of the dark side and the Sith Lords. To say that he would follow in his father’s footsteps feels a little cheap.
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