Just when you thought the buzz surrounding a film that’s still more than a year-and-a-half from its release date couldn’t get any louder, director JJ Abrams is offering Star Wars fans the chance of a lifetime:
While the official cast of Episode VII has already been announced, there’s still time for you – yes, you! – to land a part in the film.
As part of his Star Wars: Force for Change charity, the director of the much-anticipated film has announced a contest in which fans can win a walk-on role in Episode VII simply by donating $10.
"We would like to invite you to be part of the fun here," Abrams tells fans in the video above. "We want to put you in the movie in Star Wars."
"Star Wars fans are some of the most passionate and committed folks around the globe," the director continues. "We’re thrilled to offer a chance to come behind the scenes as our VIP guests and be in Star Wars: Episode VII."
"We’re even more excited that by participating in the campaign, Star Wars fans will be helping children around the world."
Abrams’ charity is partnering with organizations like UNICEF to provide food, health care and other necessities to impoverished families the world over.
So there you go: a chance to do some good and become the envy of all your friends. Win-win!
The film (which is rumored to be officially titled The Ancient Fear) is slated for release in December of 2015, so there’s still plenty of time to get in on the action by donating.