Poe Dameron is portrayed by Oscar Isaac in Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens. Isaac's casting in the film was first announced on April 29, 2014, and the character was revealed in the first teaser trailer for the film on November 28, 2014. His name was revealed by Entertainment Weekly in an exclusive trading card.On March 20, 2015, Isaac revealed that he will appear in Star Wars: Episode VIII, as well.Poe Dameron is an extraordinarily gifted X-Wing pilot with amazing stick-and-rudder skills. He is trusted by Leia.