New Star Wars series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' premieres on Disney+

New Star Wars series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' premieres on Disney+

The Star Wars universe has expanded with the premiere of the new animated series, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, which arrived on Disney+ on April 6, 2026.

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Set one year after the events of The Clone Wars, the show follows the iconic villain, Maul, as he travels to the lawless, neon-lit planet of Janix.

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Seeking to reclaim his power, Maul attempts to rebuild his criminal empire while targeting those who betrayed him.

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Maul tries to lure a disillusioned Jedi Padawan, Devon Izara, to the dark side, while a local law officer named Captain Brander Lawson, supported by his droid partner Two-Boots, works to stop the criminal takeover without drawing the attention of the Empire.

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Created by Dave Filoni and Matt Michnovetz, the series features a unique, painterly animation style.

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On which planet does the story primarily take place?

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Janix

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Sam Witwer

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He is a local law officer trying to stop the criminal takeover.

How has the status of the series been confirmed regarding future seasons?

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A second season is in development.

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A stylized, painterly aesthetic.

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