Overview

• Lucasfilm announced 'Maul: Shadow Lord,' a new animated series centered on Darth Maul, set to premiere on Disney+ in 2026.
• The series follows Maul rebuilding the Crimson Dawn crime syndicate and training a young Twi'lek apprentice in the Force.
• Set approximately one year after 'The Clone Wars,' the show bridges the timeline leading into 'Star Wars Rebels.'
• Sam Witwer reprises his role as the voice of Maul, with the series showcasing a darker, stylized animation aesthetic featuring rough lines and fiery visuals.
• The announcement was made at Star Wars Celebration Japan, where an exclusive trailer revealed Maul confronting ex-Inquisitor Marrok and teased intense criminal underworld conflicts.