Trending Now - Exploring the Dark Depths of 'star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord
WHO:
Coming Soon - Sam Witwer, who voices the titular character in 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord', shared a list of projects that audiences should watch to fully enjoy the spin-off.
Moviefone - The animated series 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' is created by Dave Filoni.
WHAT:
Screen Rant - 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' is set to feature a significant confrontation between Darth Vader and another iconic Sith Lord, marking a franchise first.
Coming Soon - Witwer clarified whether first-time viewers would need to watch previous Star Wars content to understand the series.
Screen Rant - 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' may be building up to a confrontation between Darth Vader and another iconic Sith Lord for the very first time.
Moviefone - 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' premiered with the first two episodes on April 6th, 2026.
Sportskeeda - The series is expected to have a total of eight episodes, with six more episodes to follow on a mostly weekly schedule.
WHERE:
Moviefone - The series is available for streaming on Disney+.
WHEN:
Sportskeeda - Episodes 3 and 4 of 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' are expected to be released on April 13th, 2026, and April 20th, 2026, respectively.
Moviefone - The premiere date of the first two episodes was April 6th, 2026.
WHY:
Screen Rant - The series redefines Star Wars' Force user categories, as the notorious villain Maul strays from the Jedi-Sith dichotomy and forges his own dark path.
Sportskeeda - The plot of episodes 3 and 4 is predicted to follow the storyline revealed during the premiere.
HOW:
Screen Rant - The series is expected to deliver intense action sequences, aiming to surpass the iconic hallway scene featuring Darth Vader from 'Rogue One'.
Moviefone - The episodes are released on a mostly weekly schedule.
(UPDATED April 10, 2026 01:22 UTC)
In a groundbreaking development for the Star Wars franchise, 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' will showcase a significant confrontation between Darth Vader and another iconic Sith Lord, marking a first for the series. The upcoming series is set to deliver intense action sequences, with the goal of surpassing the legendary hallway scene featuring Darth Vader from 'Rogue One'. Fans can expect a thrilling experience as this new chapter unfolds in the beloved universe.
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(UPDATED April 9, 2026 17:21 UTC)
Sam Witwer, the voice of the titular character in "Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord," has shared a list of projects that audiences should watch to fully enjoy the upcoming spin-off. He also clarified that first-time viewers will not need to watch previous Star Wars content to understand the series. Episodes 3 and 4 of "Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord" are set to be released April 13th and April 20th, respectively.
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(UPDATED April 9, 2026 05:34 UTC)
A new report from Screen Rant reveals that 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' might be setting the stage for an unprecedented showdown between Darth Vader and another legendary Sith Lord. The series is said to redefine the categories of Force users in the Star Wars universe, as the infamous villain Maul breaks away from the traditional Jedi-Sith divide to carve out his own dark journey. This fresh take on the storyline could bring exciting developments for fans of the franchise.
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(UPDATED April 9, 2026 03:53 UTC)
The animated series 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord,' created by Dave Filoni, premiered with its first two episodes on Monday, and is currently available for streaming on Disney+. The series is set to have a total of eight episodes, with six more expected to follow on a mostly weekly schedule. Viewers can look forward to the storylines of episodes three and four, which are predicted to continue from the plot revealed during the premiere.