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Maul – Shadow Lord BTS video reveals cool detail that makes sure you'll never hear his lightsaber the same…A new behind-the-scenes featurette for "Maul – Shadow Lord" reveals that voice actor Sam Witwer's screams were incorporated into the sound design of the villain's lightsaber. The article also touches on fan appreciation for the show's animation and discussions about the future of Star Wars animation.
Star Wars fans are so blown away by the animation in Maul – Shadow Lord, they think the franchise should ditch live-action altogether: "Damn near photo realistic"Star Wars fans are highly impressed with the animation quality in Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, with many suggesting the franchise should prioritize animation over live-action for future projects. Viewers have praised Lucasfilm Animation's advancements, noting the "damn near photo realistic" visuals in the new series compared to earlier works like Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
When does Maul – Shadow Lord take place on the Star Wars timeline?Maul – Shadow Lord is set in 18 BBY, one year after Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith and the end of The Clone Wars. The series picks up after Maul's escape from imprisonment following the Siege of Mandalore, as he attempts to rebuild his criminal empire and seek vengeance. The article also places the series within the broader Star Wars timeline, noting its connections to other shows and films like Solo: A Star Wars Story and Star Wars Rebels.
Maul – Shadow Lord becomes one of the highest rated Star Wars projects on Rotten TomatoesThe new animated Star Wars show, Maul – Shadow Lord, has achieved a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes from 25 reviews, making it one of the highest-rated projects in the franchise. The series picks up after The Clone Wars, following Maul as he attempts to rebuild his criminal empire and recruit a young apprentice.
What is the Shadow Collective in Maul – Shadow Lord? Explaining the crime group's Clone Wars and Mandalorian…The Shadow Collective is a crime group featured in Maul – Shadow Lord, with roots in The Clone Wars. This organization, composed of syndicates like the Black Sun, Pykes, and Hutts, was united by Maul and Savage Oppress to aid the Death Watch in retaking Mandalore. After Maul's eventual defeat and capture, the collective dispersed, though Maul retained influence through Crimson Dawn.
Shadow Lord is "a whole 'nother level of character depth" for Sam Witwer's Maul "where you get…Sam Witwer, the voice actor for Maul, describes the upcoming "Maul – Shadow Lord" as a project that delves into a new level of character depth for the villain. This series marks the first time Maul will be the central character, exploring his psyche more deeply than ever before.- Even though Maul's story continues after Shadow Lord in Solo and Rebels, it's "not necessarily a straight line," the Star Wars show's director saysThe supervising director of Maul – Shadow Lord, Brad Rau, along with writer Matt Michnovetz and executive producer Athena Yvette Portillo, discussed the challenges of creating a new story for the character. They emphasized that the series is designed to be accessible to new viewers while remaining true to Maul's established journey across various Star Wars media, including The Clone Wars, Solo, and Star Wars Rebels.
- Star Wars animated series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' season 2 confirmedLucasfilm president Dave Filoni has confirmed that the Star Wars animated series Maul: Shadow Lord will receive a second season. Season 1, exploring the Sith Lord's efforts to rebuild his criminal syndicate after the Clone Wars, will stream on Disney+ from April 6 to May 6.
- Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord is officially renewed for season 2 before season 1 has even premieredThe animated series Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord has been renewed for a second season on Disney Plus before its first season has even premiered. Creator Dave Filoni teased the renewal, and the first season is set to begin streaming on April 6 with new episodes released weekly until May 4.
Maul – Shadow Lord's Inquisitors are "creepier than we've ever seen them," including…The Star Wars series Maul – Shadow Lord will feature the return of the Inquisitor Marrok, who was first seen in Ahsoka. Supervising director Brad Rau, writer Matt Michnovetz, and executive producer Athena Yvette Portillo discussed Marrok's intimidating presence and his role investigating Maul. The show, streaming on Disney Plus starting April 6, will also include the Eleventh Brother.
Dave Filoni explains why Darth Sidious only appears in a handful of The Clone Wars episodes, and we might have his cloak…Dave Filoni explains why Darth Sidious, also known as Chancellor Palpatine, has a limited presence in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Filoni aimed to focus on core heroes and villains while respecting George Lucas' narrative and believing Sidious did not require extensive development at that stage.
Newly spotted Clone Wars Easter egg in Ahsoka season 1 might be a huge hint at the season 2 plotA fan has discovered a Clone Wars Easter egg in Ahsoka season 1, featuring a winged creature on Peridea that strongly resembles a creature from the Mortis arc. This discovery, combined with Baylan Skoll's final scene, suggests the Mortis gods will play a significant role in Ahsoka season 2. The article also mentions upcoming Star Wars projects and confirms Hayden Christensen's return as Anakin Skywalker.
What to watch before Maul – Shadow Lord: 16 essential Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels episodesThis guide recommends 16 essential episodes from Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels to watch before the release of Maul – Shadow Lord. It details key plot points for Darth Maul's story, including his survival, rise as a crime lord, and confrontations with Obi-Wan Kenobi and Ahsoka Tano.- One of the Maul – Shadow Lord episode titles is an amazing, deep-cut Revenge of the Sith Easter eggThe upcoming animated Star Wars series, Maul – Shadow Lord, features an episode title that serves as a deep-cut Easter egg referencing a rumored title for Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. Episode 8 is officially titled 'The Creeping Fear,' a name that was widely speculated before the film's release in 2005. The series is set a year after The Clone Wars and promises action sequences and lightsaber duels.
- Animated spin-off Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord is the franchise's first "cops and robbers" storyThe new animated Star Wars spin-off, Maul – Shadow Lord, is described as the franchise's first "cops and robbers" story. Animation supervisor Keith Kellogg explained that the show focuses on the character Maul as the robber and Brander Lawson as the cop, exploring Maul's character while maintaining mystery.
15 TV Series Premiering in 2026 That Are Making Waves2026 is set to be a significant year for television with numerous anticipated premieres and returning series. Highlights include new seasons of "The Boys," "Bridgerton," and "Euphoria," alongside spinoffs like "The Madison" and continuations of "Malcolm in the Middle" and "Daredevil: Born Again." The year will also feature new entries in established franchises such as "Star Wars" and "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters," culminating in "Super Bowl LX."