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Star Wars: Maul, Shadow Lord premieres on Disney+

tvApr 6, 2026761,602

Disney+ premiered the first two episodes of Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, an animated series centered on Darth Maul. Critics praised the show for its noir crime tone, grounded detective perspectives, and striking animation. The series comes from Lucasfilm Animation and creative talent behind The Clone Wars, leaning into galactic crime and character-driven storytelling. This premiere reinforces animation as a primary venue for bold Star Wars stories and repositions Maul as a complicated, consequential antagonist.

Key Highlights

Disney+ released the first two episodes of Maul: Shadow Lord today.
Critics praise its noir crime tone and striking animation.
Sam Witwer returns as Maul, anchoring the series with his voice.
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