Overview

• George Lucas developed 'Star Wars: Underworld' as a live-action series set between the prequel and original trilogies, exploring the galaxy's criminal underworld.
• Producer Rick McCallum revealed that over 60 scripts were written, featuring mature, complex, and darker themes compared to the original films.
• The estimated production cost was $40 million per episode, making it financially unfeasible with the technology available at the time.
• McCallum stated that the series' tone and scope could have disrupted the established 'Star Wars' universe and potentially impacted Disney's decision to purchase Lucasfilm.
• Elements of 'Underworld' may have influenced later Disney 'Star Wars' projects, such as 'Rogue One,' 'The Mandalorian,' and 'Andor.'