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Lucasfilm Announces Darth Maul Series for Disney+ in 2026

Maul: Shadow Lord will explore the Sith Lord’s efforts to rebuild Crimson Dawn and train a Force-sensitive apprentice, continuing his saga after The Clone Wars.

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Sam Witwer, who is the voice of “Star Wars” character Darth Maul, poses backstage during Star Wars Celebration Japan on April 18, in Chiba, Japan.
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Overview

  • The animated series Maul: Shadow Lord was officially announced at Star Wars Celebration Tokyo during Lucasfilm Animation's 20th anniversary panel.
  • Set after the final season of The Clone Wars, the series follows Darth Maul as he rebuilds his crime syndicate, Crimson Dawn, and trains a Twi'lek apprentice.
  • Sam Witwer, who previously voiced Maul in The Clone Wars and Rebels, will reprise his role and contribute to the character's development.
  • The animation style evolves from previous Star Wars series, featuring rough lines and fiery red tones to reflect Maul’s dark narrative.
  • The series is currently in production and is scheduled to premiere on Disney+ in 2026, with fans treated to a teaser trailer at the event.