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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 .
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Maul returns! New Star Wars series to explore Sith lord's criminal empire
Lucasfilm is taking fans deeper into the galaxy's criminal underworld with two new animated Star Wars projects—Tales of the Underworld, now streaming on Disney Plus , and the newly announced Maul – Shadow Lord. Both shows spotlight morally complex characters like Asajj Ventress , Cad Bane, and Darth Maul , signaling a shift toward exploring the franchise's darker corners. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India much better equipped to target cross-border terror since Balakot India conducts maiden flight-trials of stratospheric airship platform Pakistan shuts ports for Indian ships after New Delhi bans imports from Islamabad Released on May 4, Tales of the Underworld is a six-part animated anthology featuring separate arcs for bounty hunter Cad Bane and fallen Jedi Asajj Ventress. Their stories dive into heists, betrayals, and uneasy alliances, shedding light on what lies beyond the Jedi-Sith binary. Nika Futterman returns to voice Ventress, while Corey Burton reprises Cad Bane, both earning praise for adding emotional weight to their characters. Critics have noted that while the animation is visually rich, the storytelling sometimes feels rushed. In a surprise announcement at Star Wars Celebration Japan , Lucasfilm also unveiled Maul – Shadow Lord, an upcoming animated series that will pick up Maul's story after the Clone Wars finale. The new series is set to chart Maul's rise as a criminal kingpin after his escape during Order 66, a moment that left Ahsoka Tano torn between saving her friend Captain Rex and stopping the former Sith. Sam Witwer will reprise his role as Maul, continuing a fan-favorite portrayal. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 90s Icon: A Look at Her Today I Am Famous Undo While Maul's death was already shown in Rebels, Shadow Lord aims to fill the unexplored chapter between The Clone Wars and Rebels, detailing how Maul built the Crimson Dawn syndicate. These two projects reflect a growing appetite for complex antiheroes in the Star Wars universe—characters who operate in the grey and often shape galactic events from the shadows. Live Events
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.
