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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.
Express Tribune
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Animated 'Star Wars' show heads to Disney
The red-and-black baddie with the double-bladed lightsaber is back, and this time, it's personal and animated. Disney+ just dropped the mother of all mic drops at Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo: a brand-new Darth Maul series is coming in 2026, and yes, Sam Witwer is once again lending his vocal cords to the galaxy's angriest Zabrak. Titled Maul - Shadow Lord, the show promises a deeper dive into the psyche (and trauma) of the Sith who simply refuses to die. The reveal came during a Lucasfilm Animation panel that celebrated 20 years of animated storytelling, as reported by Variety. A special retrospective video concluded with what appeared to be the first official footage from the new Maul series, sending the crowd into a frenzy. Athena Portillo, Lucasfilm's VP of Animation, said fans can expect to learn "a lot" about Maul. She confirmed that Witwer is involved not just as a voice actor but also as a creative contributor, reviewing scripts and offering input on the character's development. "Dave Filoni and Sam created the character for animation," Portillo said, "so it's very important to hear his thoughts as well for the character depth." Witwer revealed that the series is set "about a year" after the events of The Clone Wars, with Maul "dusting himself off" after his showdown with Ahsoka. The timeline places it just before his appearance in Solo: A Star Wars Story, hinting that the show may bridge that narrative gap. Witwer also teased that the series explores "different traits" in Maul, ones fans might not expect, but which align with everything the character has endured. No release date or episode count has been confirmed yet.
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Star Wars' Darth Maul Animated Series Ordered By Disney+; Sam Witwer Returns To Voice Villain
Star Wars' iconic villain Darth Maul is returning to the screen with a new animated series at Disney+. Maul: Shadow Lord was announced Friday during Lucasfilm Animation's panel at Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo with Sam Witwer, who has voiced the character in several iterations, returning to reprise the role. Witwer himself took the stage to announce his return in the series, which is currently in production and set for premiere on Disney+ in 2026. He previously voiced the character in in animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels and in the 2018 film Solo: A Star Wars Story. More from Deadline 'The Mandalorian & Grogu' Teases New Footage Of Sigourney Weaver & Jeremy Allen White - Star Wars Celebration 'Star Wars: Starfighter': Shawn Levy, Ryan Gosling Reveal Details & Premiere Date For New Film - Star Wars Celebration Russell T. Davies Has "No Time" For Critics Of 'Doctor Who's "Wokeness" The new series is set after the events of the final season of The Clone Wars, with Maul rising again to lead the underworld factions, according to Attendees at the Star Wars Celebration panel got a glimpse of the new series in a clip which reportedly reveals Maul training a Twi'lek apprentice that appears to be the future Darth. The Darth Maul character first appeared in the 1999 film Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. Witwer has worked on numerous projects in the Star Wars universe, first voicing Starkiller in the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed video game series. His other credits include the role of Crashdown in Battlestar Galactica, Davis Bloome in Smallville, Aidan Waite in Being Human, Mr. Hyde in Once Upon a Time, Ben Lockwood in Supergirl, and Rupert Chipping in Riverdale. Best of Deadline 'Ransom Canyon' Soundtrack: All The Songs You'll Hear In The New Netflix Western Romance Series Everything We Know About 'Emily In Paris' Season 5 So Far Everything We Know About Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners': From The Themes To How It Was Shot
Express Tribune
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Star Wars announces Maul Shadow Lord animated series for Disney Plus with Sam Witwer returning
Lucasfilm has officially announced a new Star Wars animated series centered on Darth Maul, set to premiere on Disney+ in 2026. Titled Maul — Shadow Lord, the series will feature Sam Witwer reprising his role as the voice of the iconic Sith Lord. The announcement was made during Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, where Witwer joined Lucasfilm executives on stage to tease the upcoming project. Witwer is well-known among fans for voicing Maul in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, and Solo: A Star Wars Story. During the panel, Lucasfilm's chief creative officer Dave Filoni and vice president of animation Athena Portillo debuted a sneak peek at the series. The preview appeared at the end of a montage celebrating 20 years of Lucasfilm Animation and was met with loud applause from fans in attendance. Portillo highlighted Witwer's deep involvement in shaping the series, noting that he has been reviewing scripts and offering input throughout the development process. 'Sam Witwer's involvement in the show has been pristine,' she said. 'Dave Filoni and Sam created the character for animation, and so it's very important to hear his thoughts as well for the character depth.' Witwer shared that Maul — Shadow Lord is set about a year after The Clone Wars, as Maul recovers from his defeat by Ahsoka Tano. The story will explore new aspects of the character, revealing traits shaped by his turbulent past. 'We learn some different things about this character,' Witwer explained. 'He's got some different traits that you wouldn't necessarily think he has that make perfect sense from what he's been through.'
Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Star Wars' Darth Maul Animated Series Coming to Disney+ Next Year, With Sam Witwer Voicing Villain
A new 'Star Wars' animated series focusing on Darth Maul is coming to Disney+ in 2026, with Sam Witwer returning to voice the iconic villain. The news of the series, titled 'Maul — Shadow Lord,' was announced at this year's Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo on Friday with Witwer on hand. He has previously voiced Maul several times, including in animated series 'Star Wars: The Clone Wars' and 'Star Wars Rebels' as well as in the 2018 film 'Solo: A Star Wars Story.' More from Variety Korean Crime Thriller 'Nine Puzzles' Set at Disney+ Mikey Madison Passes on Shawn Levy's 'Star Wars' Movie With Ryan Gosling Kelly Marie Tran on How 'Wedding Banquet' Empowered Her to Come Out as Queer and Why 'Star Wars' Racism Is a 'Microcosm for the Social Climate' Lucasfilm CCO Dave Filoni and VP of animation Athena Portillo revealed a surprise sneak peek at the show during a panel spotlighting 20 years of Lucasfilm Animation. The final shot of a video celebrating the anniversary appeared to be from the new Maul series, making the crowd go wild. During a panel after the announcement, Portillo said fans can expect to learn 'a lot' about Maul in the series. 'Unfortunately I can't tell you too much, but what I can say is Sam Witwer's involvement in the show has been pristine,' she said. 'I'm very excited about him being able to review the scripts and provide input in all of that as well. Dave Filoni and Sam created the character for animation, and so it's very important to hear his thoughts as well for the character depth.' Witwer revealed that the series takes place 'about a year' after the Clone Wars, so he's 'dusting himself off a bit' after Ahsoka 'kicked him to the curb.' 'We learn some different things about this character,' Witwer continued. 'He's got some different traits that you wouldn't necessarily think he has that make perfect sense from what he's been through.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week What's Coming to Disney+ in April 2025 The Best Celebrity Memoirs to Read This Year: From Chelsea Handler to Anthony Hopkins
