Outside of the films, the character appears in various canon and non-canon "Star Wars" media, such as books, comics, and video games. Since the release of "The Phantom Menace", Qui-Gon Jinn has become one of the most popular "Star Wars" characters, gaining a cult status. Neeson's portrayal of Qui-Gon has been met with acclaim, with some critics saying he helped hold the film together significantly. For his role in "The Phantom Menace", Neeson was nominated for a 2000 Saturn Award for Best Actor.