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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New On Disney+ May 2025
Disney+ has a fresh list of magical movies and shows, new and old, coming your way this May, including Disney+ Original titles like Andor: Season 2 and Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld. If you're trying to decide what to watch right now, you can find some of the most fun, nostalgic, and uplifting titles on Disney+ this month. Whether you need a pick-me-up or just something joyful to kill some time, Disney+ is bringing fun for people of all ages straight to your devices right now. (RELATED: Sign up for the Disney+ Bundle, which also includes access to Hulu and ESPN+, for just $13.99/month.) Disney+ isn't just a vault of old, unchanging classics. In fact, some of the best new titles on Disney+ are fresh, new original series and movies that premiere this month. Here are two of the best new titles coming to the platform this May: Celebrate Star Wars Day with this six-episode animated series that explores the galaxy's perilous criminal underworld through the eyes of two notorious villains. See the yellow lightsaber-wieling former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress (Nika Futterman) get a new chance at life, as well as quick-drawing outlaw Cad Bane (Corey Burton) confront his past when he is forced to face an old friend now on the opposing side of the law, all in Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld early this month, only on Disney+. The hit Star Wars story Andor returns to Disney+ this month for the last episodes leading up to an epic series finale. Andor: Season 2 continues to follow thief-turned-revolutionary Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) as he becomes a central figure in the Rebel Alliance as an all-out war with the Galactic Empire draws nearer. This last batch of episodes will showcase Cassian's transformation and growth into the rebellious hero he is in 2016 film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and is sure to end with a bang, so make sure to do yourselves a favor and check the episodes out when they drop on Disney+ in May. Wondering what else you'll be able to watch on Disney+ this month? Here's the full list of new movies and shows coming out on Disney streaming in May 2025: Rise Up, Sing Out (Shorts) (S2, 7 episodes) Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse *New to Disney+ Genghis Khan: The Secret History of the Mongols (S1, 6 episodes) Doctor Who: Season 2 – Episode 4 *New to Disney+ Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge | Disneyland® Resort: Premiere *New to Disney+ Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance | Disneyland® Resort: Premiere *New to Disney+ Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld: Premiere – All Episodes Streaming *Disney+ Original Andor: Season 2 – Three New Episodes at 6pm PT *Disney+ Original Big City Greens (S4, 1 episode – 100th Episode) *New to Disney+ Broken Karaoke (S3, 2 episodes) Firebuds (S2, 2 episodes) Hamster & Gretel (S2, 12 episodes) History's Greatest of All Time with Peyton Manning (S1, 8 episodes) The Toys That Built America (S3, 12 episodes) The UnXplained (S7, 6 episodes) WWE Rivals (S2, 10 episodes) WWE Rivals (S4, 6 episodes) Doctor Who: Season 2 – Episode 5 *New to Disney+ Andor: Season 2 – Season Finale at 6pm PT *Disney+ Original Doctor Who: Season 2 – Episode 6 *New to Disney+ Tucci in Italy: Premiere – All Episodes Streaming *New to Disney+ Minnie's Bow-Toons: Pet Hotel (S1, 5 episodes) *New to Disney+ Doctor Who: Season 2 – Episode 7 *New to Disney+ Me & Winnie the Pooh (S2, 6 episodes) Playdate with Winnie the Pooh (S2, 5 episodes) Doctor Who: Season 2 – Season Finale at 11am PT *New to Disney+ How Not to Draw (S3, 4 episodes) ESPN Originals: Vince's Places, P.K.'s Places, E60 Once Upon a Time in Anaheim, No Easy Victories: The 1994 New York Rangers, select 30 for 30s, and more Films: Fight Club, Kingsman: The Secret Service, Black Swan, and more Live Events: Day 1 of all PGA TOUR LIVE events, one National Women's Soccer League match, UFC 315 Prelims, and more Series: A Thousand Blows, 9-1-1: Lonestar, High Potential, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Scandal, White Collar, King of the Hill, and more Studio Shows: Pardon the Interruption, The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny, ESPNFC, and more What's new on Disney+ is just a fraction of everything streaming new this month. And you might have access to more than one streaming library. If that's the case, then you'll be able to watch even more new movies and shows this month, and we've got guide to the new releases for all of the most popular streaming services. Plus, we update all of them monthly so you can stay on top of all the freshest content each platform has to offer: New on Netflix this month New on Amazon Prime this month New on Hulu this month New on HBO Max this month New on Starz this month New on BritBox this month New on Acorn TV this month New on Tubi this month New on Paramount+ this month New on Peacock this month
Arab News
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
In ‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld,' Asajj Ventress finds new depth
DUBAI: In the ever-expanding Star Wars universe, few characters capture the imagination quite like Asajj Ventress. Voice actress Nika Futterman returns to breathe life into this complex anti-hero in 'Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld,' offering fans a deeper look into a character who has evolved from a ruthless villain to a nuanced, world-weary survivor. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ 'After all these years of traveling alone, of killing so many people, her voice has changed,' Futterman explains. Gone is the regal, sharp-edged character of the past. Instead, audiences will meet a Ventress who is 'more about just existing and finding her peace.' A post shared by Star Wars (@starwars) An all-new anthology series of animated shorts, 'Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld' premiered May 4 on Disney+. The popular series this time focuses on the criminal underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy through the experiences of two iconic villains. Former assassin and bounty hunter Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend. What makes Ventress so compelling? Futterman believes it's her incredible depth. 'She's like an onion that you keep peeling,' she said. From her unique origins as a witch raised by pirates, trained by a Jedi, and later mastering the dark side, Ventress defies simple categorization. The new series promises to reveal a softer side of the character. 'We started to see that she has this capability of taking care of others,' Futterman said. 'She's not just angry; she actually has a heart.' Fans of morally complex characters will find much to love in this exploration of Ventress' journey. As Futterman puts it, Ventress is ultimately 'someone who can put good things into the universe, instead of taking them away.'
Washington Post
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
What parents need to know about ‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld' and more
Age 10+ Villains get the spotlight in engaging series with violence. The first three episodes of this Star Wars animated series focus on the adventures of former Empire assassin Asajj Ventress (voiced by Nika Futterman) and her young Jedi friend Lyco (Lane Factor), while the rest follow bounty hunter Cad Bane (Corey Burton). Expect lots of sci-fi action violence, including fistfighting, laser blasts, explosions and, of course, lightsaber battles. The featured villains have an uneven history, but they're often swayed by the power of good. The show preaches that communication and empathy can help solve problems — and avoid larger ones. (Six episodes)
Forbes
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Post-Andor Finale, A New 100% Scored ‘Star Wars' Show Is On Disney Plus
Andor Disney I forgot Andor was on last night, so I'm still catching up on the finale episodes, but a few days ago, a new Star Wars series launched on Disney Plus. And so far, it's got perfect reviews. Disney just released this as a binge drop on Star Wars day, May the Fourth, six episodes of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld, the origin story of the famed Cad Bane and the reappearance of Asajj Ventress, told in Clone Wars/Rebels-style animation. Cad Bane was unceremoniously murdered at the end of The Book of Boba Fett by Boba Fett himself after a brief appearance, something many long-time fans of the character did not much appreciate, but now we're in a period well before that and this appears like it may be a longer-tale story with this advertised already as just being season 1, with more likely to follow. Here's the synopsis: 'Asajj Ventress, a former assassin, flees with a new ally, while Cad Bane confronts his past when meeting an old friend turned Marshal.' Tales of the Underworld Disney It's a cool concept, though I can't help but wish this was a live action series as I am just so over Clone Wars-style animation at this point. It's my own opinion but it genuinely may be my least-favorite animation style of all time to the point where it prevented me from enjoying those series. I know, I know, I'm a bad Star Wars fan. But yes, after seeing Corey Burton (Bane's voice actor) play him in real life in Disney's worst Star Wars show, this could have been cool. But this show? Apparently pretty cool. It has a perfect 100% score from critics right now, albeit with not that many reviews in, and like most other animated Star Wars projects is receiving a lot of praise. What can I say, those series do really well, and a lot of those characters have made it to live action in some form or another at this point (mainly through Ahsoka). Here's some of the praise for Tales of the Underworld: Tales of the Underworld Disney FandomWire – 'The six-episode show should be an easy recommendation for anyone with even a passing knowledge of the Clone Wars. Even a layman will find each story interesting, with Westerns and adventures carved through a short runtime.' RIOTUS – 'Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld doesn't have shocking reveals or new characters but gives the audience good stories with cool characters perfect for May the Fourth.' This 'Tales' series has incredibly short episodes, barely 15 minutes apiece, so six episodes is a ninety minute movie, an exceptionally breezy watch compared to most animated Star Wars projects. Check it out today. Follow me on Twitter , YouTube , Bluesky and Instagram . Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy .
IOL News
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
May the fourth be with you: ‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld' arrives on popular streaming platform
Lucasfilm Animation's all new animated anthology series is set to premier exclusively on May 4 on Disney+. On May 4, fans are in for a treat as Lucasfilm announces the all-new animated anthology series of 'Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld', set to premiere on Disney+. Releasing on the "Star Wars" holiday, the highly anticipated series promises to take viewers on a journey to the darker side of the galaxy, exploring the untold stories of the underworld. The series follows two iconic villains, Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane, as they navigate the complexities of the dark side. Ventress, once a feared assassin and bounty hunter, is presented with an unexpected chance at redemption and finds herself on the run with an unlikely ally. Simultaneously, Bane is forced to confront his past when he encounters an old friend who has now become a Marshal. With a talented voice cast, including American actress Nika Futterman and voice actor Corey Burton to name a few, this series is a must-watch for any 'Star Wars' fan. Ahead of the launch, Disney+ has released an exciting trailer, key art, and stills for the series. Created by Dave Filoni, this all-new anthology series of animated shorts takes a deep dive into the criminal underbelly of the "Star Wars" galaxy.
