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Inside Maul’s Mind

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“This version of Maul is the most psychologically satisfying version of the character that we’ve ever done,” the actor says of the new animated series.

By Kelly Knox

Few people have spent as many years obsessing over Maul’s interior life as Sam Witwer has.

“I feel like I know this guy pretty well at this point,” Witwer says.

The voice actor has portrayed Maul for over a decade, beginning with his astonishing return in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and followed by stories across animation, film, and video games. Now, Maul commands the spotlight as the lead in his own series, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord.

With the first two episodes available now on Disney+, the animated series gives fans unprecedented access to the former Sith as he struggles to find his place in the nascent Empire. To celebrate the series premiere, Witwer chats with StarWars.com about what’s in store, his journey as a voice actor, and how Maul was a part of it even before his surprising return…

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Inside the Making of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord

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Learn behind-the-scenes stories, trivia, and fascinating facts from the team behind the new animated series

By Kristin Baver

You don’t have to know anything about Star Wars or even Maul to get into Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, the new animated series on Disney+. “All you really need to understand is that this is a story about a guy who has been wronged by a bunch of people and he wants payback,” says Head Writer Matthew Michnovetz.

But inside the writers room, the team crafting this pulpy noir wanted to know literally everything they could about Maul, down to every person who’s crossed him. That meant working out his kill list to include in the show bible.

Beyond Obi-Wan Kenobi, they’re mum on the details. However, Supervising Director Brad Rau, Michnovetz, and Lore Executive Matt Martin have shared interesting stories and other bits of trivia from the creation of the series.

Read on to learn about this week’s installment, and come back next Monday for even more fun facts…

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Maul’s Story Continues

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The next chapter in the animated series from Lucasfilm Animation has just been announced by Lucasfilm President & Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni

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Not only will Maul have his revenge, his journey will continue with a second season of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord.

Ahead of the series premiere, creator and executive producer Dave Filoni has announced the continuation of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord with confirmation of Season 2 in the works from Lucasfilm Animation. Season 1 debuts on Disney+ with a two-episode premiere on Monday.

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord presents fans with a pulpy adventure that finds Maul plotting to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire. There, he crosses paths with a disillusioned young Jedi Padawan who may just be the apprentice he is seeking to aid him in his relentless pursuit for revenge…

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The Quotable Zabrak

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What fun! What fun! Our favorite lines from the former Sith Lord ahead of the premiere of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord

By Katarina Cruz

Forged in an era of chaos and conflict, the former Darth (now just) Maul persists as a figure who thrives in disruption. Withstanding a series of betrayals, losses, and upsets — including being struck down by his nemesis, Obi-Wan Kenobi, — the Dathomirian Zabrak has only emerged stronger. Fueled by sheer rage and willpower, Maul is always plotting with a greater purpose in mind.

There remains much to be discovered about Maul’s eternal quest for power and the unknown tales of his past. In anticipation of the premiere of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord debuting on Disney+ April 6, let’s take a look back at some of Maul’s best lines so far…

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Meet the Cast of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord

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The creators and talent behind the latest Star Wars animated series invite you to join the former Sith Lord on Janix with the two-episode series premiere April 6, 2026, on Disney+

By Kristin Baver

Maul could be described in many ways. A terrifying and agile lightsaber duelist. A menacing creature of the dark side. Add to that relatable and worthy of our sympathy.

With his first starring role in Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, the animated series introduces a new chapter in the former Sith Lord’s story, a few years after his old Master Darth Sidious succeeded in launching the Imperial era. Created by Lucasfilm President and Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni and starring Sam Witwer with snarling precision, Maul – Shadow Lord introduces a new cast of characters struggling to survive in the early days of the Empire.

“I think people feel bad for Maul because he’s so relatable,” Filoni tells StarWars.com. “He makes mistakes. He’s not perfect. He desires power, and then he gets toppled. That’s relatable. You know, we all probably feel like that when we have a low moment. He just doesn’t deal with it well. He keeps trying to attack his problems the same way. He can’t ever really let go of his hatred and his anger.”

To bring this new era of Maul’s quest for power and revenge into focus, Head Writer Matthew Michnovetz and Supervising Director Brad Rau have assembled a crew of phenomenal newcomers and recognizable Star Wars animation stalwarts to round out the cast…

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Embrace your Inner Jedi

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Add this limited edition hilt to your collection to celebrate the new Jedi Padawan from the animated series Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord!

By Amy Richau

There’s a new lightsaber premium collectible arriving in time for the premiere of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, an elegant weapon based on the hilt belonging to the soon to be introduced Jedi Padawan Devon Izara from the animated series.

“Every year, we love surprising our guests with new Limited Edition Legacy Lightsaber releases,” Cody Hampton, Senior Manager of Merchandise Strategy and the product developer for the Legacy Lightsaber line tells Star Wars.com. “Since 2019, we’ve introduced Legacy Lightsaber hilts from across the Star Wars galaxy — spanning the films, animated series, Disney+ live‑action series, video games, and even publishing. For our Spring 2026 line we’re just as excited for Maul – Shadow Lord as fans are.”…

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Behind the Scenes at Star Wars Night

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Major League Baseball players and staff talk about this popular annual tradition to celebrate Opening Day March 25, 2026 and this year’s Star Wars Night games

By Lucas Seastrom

A drizzly Saturday afternoon on a recent May the 4th didn’t stop the Pittsburgh Pirates and their fans from celebrating Star Wars Night at PNC Park. The game itself pitted the home baseball club and visiting Colorado Rockies in a story that felt right out of the galaxy far, far away.

Eight-and-a-half scoreless innings came down to the last out in the bottom of the ninth when the Pirates loaded the bases. Not unlike Luke Skywalker joining the Rebel Alliance to make the trench run in Star Wars: A New Hope (1977), pinch hitter Jack Suwinksi made a late entrance for the fateful moment, sneaking a base hit over the infield for the walk-off win. There wasn’t a medal ceremony like the rebels enjoyed back on Yavin 4, but it proved a much-needed victory for the Pirates…

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Your Weekly Star Wars News Recap For 22nd March 2026

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Join Brian Cameron and Paul Naylor on Good Morning Tatooine for a deep dive into all the latest Star Wars and Lucasfilm news.

This week we’ll hear from Colin Trevorrow about Duel of the Fates, check out some new Mandalorian and Grogu merchandise and watch Grogu make his Oscar debut. Maul: Shadow Lord also gets a trailer and Skywalker Sound wins at the Academy Awards.

A new Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes & Villains computer game has been announced and the Indiana Jones ride at Animal Kingdom is still under construction.

Oga’s Cantina has removed all references to the Galactic Starcruiser from its menu.

Star Wars developer tools are arriving for Fortnite and things could be about to get exciting for Star Wars gaming!

Ryan Gosling discusses Star Wars: Starfighter further and we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Star Wars filming in Tunisia.

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Star Wars Began Filming 50 Years Ago Today

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On March 22, 1976, one of the most iconic films in history commenced principal photography in the deserts of Tunisia. It was a long road to reach that day, and there was an even longer one ahead

By Lucas Seastrom

On March 22, 1976, the world changed, only no one knew it yet. On that morning 50 years ago, in the middle of a salt flat on the edge of North Africa’s Sahara Desert, an independent movie produced by Lucasfilm and financed by 20th Century Fox began principal photography. Its working title was The Star Wars.

Writer and director George Lucas was 31 years old that Monday. Having grown up in the small California town of Modesto, he was already a rising star among an emerging generation of American filmmakers. His first feature film, 1971’s bold and philosophical THX 1138, showed visionary potential but was a commercial failure. His second feature, 1973’s soulful and hilarious American Graffiti, became one of the most successful films of its time. Many were following the young filmmaker’s career with great interest, however few could understand the vision behind his newest project.

In truth, The Star Wars wasn’t all that different in theme from THX or Graffiti. A young boy from a backwater town seeks to break out and pursue his dreams. It was the setting of this newest film that struck so many as odd: a space fantasy realm that seemed equally inspired by Sergio Leone’s Westerns, Walt Disney’s fairy tales, and Akira Kurosawa’s epics. Lucas wanted to bring mythic dimensions to the operatic stories made popular decades earlier by the likes of Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers…

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Maul’s Most Devious Moments

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Before diving into the new animated series Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, revisit some of his most impactful appearances in Star Wars films, animation, and comic books

By Amy Richau

The Sith part was just the beginning.

Maul isn’t just hard to kill, he’s hard to pin down. A Sith apprentice, a crime lord, and a vengeful warrior are just some of ways to describe Maul’s journey over the years. Although you don’t need to know anything Maul before watching Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, the official trailer reminded us of a few of the most dangerous Dathomirian’s appearances and our favorite epic battles so far…

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Making Tracks Episode 252: Moments of wit and humour

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Join the Marks on episode 252 of Fantha Tracks Radios Making Tracks (the 700th Fantha Tracks Radio episode) as they swim in perfect synchronization through the paddling pool of Star Wars news. This week they look at Warwick Davis receiving his OBE from Prince William, Harrison Ford talking retirement, Din Djarin going bucketless in The Mandalorian and Grogu, the Filoni/Brennan succession plan, get excited for Dark Forces Remaster and a good night for Star Wars at the 53rd Saturn Awards. All that and Brian Herring, interviewed by Paul Naylor at Surrey Star Wars Weekend on episode 252 of Making Tracks.

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Your Weekly Star Wars News Recap For 15th March 2026

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Join Brian Cameron and Paul Naylor on Good Morning Tatooine for an in-depth discussion of all the latest Star Wars and Lucasfilm news.

This week we try to dig into the limited information coming out to support the release of The Mandalorian & Grogu movie by looking at what Pedro Pascal has said about removing his helmet, the new expansion card game, a new US only TV spot, and the POP Mart: Grogu release.

We get gaming with the release of Dark Forces Remaster, and find out if The Knights of the Old Republic is still being released.

We are deep into awards season as so we get the latest awards news on accolades for Star Wars talent, Warwick Davis getting his OBE, and look ahead to Star Wars at this years Oscars.

He hear from Kathleen Kennedy on the transition of power at Lucasfilm, and Daniel Ings on Star Wars Strarfighter.

In literature news we get a new comic from Dark Horse Comics, the cover to the next Reign of the Empire novel, and updates on the Essential Legends Collection.We check out RSVLTS latest releases – The Darth Maul Collection, and get an update on the upcoming Saga Museum.

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The Many Mechanical Limbs of Maul

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Not even a seemingly deadly clash with the Jedi can keep Maul down

By Paige Lyman

The galaxy can be a dangerous place, with lightsaber duels, blaster shots, and dangerous creatures all too commonplace. Loss of limb is a high risk for any galactic citizen (just consider how many characters have lost a hand — including Luke Skywalker!)

And for Maul? A life of crime has led him to build and rebuild his cybernetic prosthetics on more than one occasion. With his commanding return in the upcoming animated series Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, premiering on Disney+ with two episodes April 6, 2026, let’s take a closer look at how the former Sith Lord got here, one step at a time…

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Your Weekly Star Wars News Recap For 8th March 2026

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Join Brian Cameron and Paul Naylor on Good Morning Tatooine for an in-depth discussion of all the latest Star Wars and Lucasfilm news.

This week we learn more about Lego Smart Play, and get the solicitations from Marvel and Dark Horse comics for May 2026.

We check out Hasbro Pulse’s new Maul: Shadow Lord figures, and celebrate Kathleen Kennedy picking up a new award.

We hear from Termura Morrison on the future of Boba Fett, and find out more about the return of Star Wars Nites
And we check out the The Mandalorian & Grogu via Empire Magazine’s exclusive coverage.

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Star Wars Nite Returns in 2026

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Meet Darth Maul, try new cosmic treats, and prepare for an unforgettable Star Wars adventure

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Ready for a galactic night to remember?

Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite is back for 2026, inviting you to experience the galaxy in an all-new way. Set for the evenings of April 28, April 30, May 4, and May 6, this celebration is a special ticketed event for all Star Wars fans, stretching from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. inside Disneyland Park. Ticket holders can kickstart their adventure at 6 p.m. each night in Disneyland, no theme park reservation required.

April 30 and May 4 are sold out, but tickets are available now for April 28 and May 6, with prices starting at $174 per guest (ages 3 and up)…

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Your Weekly Star Wars News Recap For 1st March 2026

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Join Brian Cameron and Paul Naylor on Good Morning Tatooine for an in-depth discussion of all the latest Star Wars and Lucasfilm news.

This week we learn about Star Wars in the game SpellStruck, and check out Jazware’s TIE Avenger.

We learn a little more about changes coming to Galaxy’s Edge, and about a new comic Galactic Tales of Terror.

We celebrate Andor and ILM winning at the VES Awards, and Mark Newbold interviewing Kathleen Kennedy for the last issue of Star Wars Insider.

We check out the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art’s new website, and we hear from Ryan Gosling and Katie Sackhoff.

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Ahsoka Season 2 Confirms Characters

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Lucasfilm just confirmed seven main characters who will lead the way in Ahsoka Season 2. After a year-long absence since Skeleton Crew, Star Wars is returning to the MandoVerse this year in two projects. The Mandalorian & Grogu will take flight in theaters on May 22 before Ahsoka returns for Season 2 on Disney+ later in the year, over three years after it began in 2023. The series stars Rosario Dawson as The Clone Wars legend Ahsoka Tano alongside Rebels’ Ghost Crew, all making the jump to live-action for the first time.

The latest edition of Star Wars Insider (Issue 235) described how Disney+’s Ahsoka Season 2 follows up on the 2023 sophomore outing with a focus on seven heroes and villains, confirming them as the series’ main characters…

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Your Weekly Star Wars News Recap For 22nd February 2026

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In a special pre-recorded edition of the show, hosts Brian Cameron and Paul Naylor discuss the Star Wars land at Disney Parks, Galaxy’s Edge and what improvements they think the parks need.

They debate the apparent lack of a roadmap of content for Disney+, and what shows they would develop.

They also look ahead to some Star Wars travel and adventures as they pick their favourite Star Wars filming locations.

Before they share their thoughts on the new Mandalorian & Grogu trailer.

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Star Wars: Endgame

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A recent report indicated that Star Wars’ version of Avengers: Endgame is still planned despite previous rumors that it had been shelved or may never happen. When Star Wars’ Disney+ run began in 2019 with The Mandalorian, fans had no idea that it would lead to a major network of interconnecting projects that would play off of each other. After The Mandalorian Season 1 finished, what is now called the MandoVerse was established. Then, it was announced that Dave Filoni would be directing a feature film that would be the culmination of all of the projects within, serving as Star Wars’ own Avengers: Endgame crossover event.

According to industry insider Daniel Richtman via Patreon, the upcoming MandoVerse crossover event depends entirely on how The Mandalorian & Grogu performs in theaters…

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Making Tracks Episode 251: Inner Engine

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Join the Marks on episode 251 of Fantha Tracks Radios Making Tracks as they hop on their brand new Razor Crest and go off in search of blue cookies. This week they turn the page on the latest rumour that sees a possible Marvel vs Star Wars comic series come to life, get revved up for the new Galactic Racer trailer, discuss the possibility of Jon Favreau moving on from the GFFA after The Mandalorian and Grogu, look at the newly opened Skywalker Ranch store at the Presidio, and check out some of the Mando and Grogu related reveals from New York Toy Fair. That and guests Hugh Spight and Marti Matulis from Surrey Star Wars Weekend on episode 251 of Making Tracks.

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The Mandalorian and Grogu – Lovely New Poster

An all-new poster is now available to download and share. Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” opens exclusively in cinemas May 22, 2026.

The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu. Directed by Jon Favreau, “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” also stars Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White and is produced by Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Dave Filoni, and Ian Bryce,  with music composed by Ludwig Göransson.

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Your Weekly Star Wars News Recap For 15th February 2026

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Join Brian Cameron and Paul Naylor on Good Morning Tatooine for an in-depth discussion of all the latest Star Wars and Lucasfilm news.

This week we’ll watch the ‘Mandalorian & Grogu’ Super Bowl advert and a Taylor Swift music video. We’ll also check out Sideshow’s Han Solo figure from Hot Toys and The Art of Star Wars: The Acolyte.

We’ll discuss the potential crossover of Star Wars comics with Marvel and its implications. We’ll also watch the Galactic Racer official gameplay trailer and take a look at the Miniso Star Wars blind bags.

Skywalker Ranch has opened a General Store and we’ll peek inside to see what’s on sale. Hasbro has revealed two new figures in The Retro Collection and we’ll check them out along with all the big reveals from NYCC.

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First Merchandise for The Mandalorian and Grogu

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Get the full rundown of the first batch of toys, merch, and collectibles from the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu film on display at New York Toy Fair 2026!

By Paige Lyman

The hunt for The Mandalorian and Grogu bounties begins! The brand-new Star Wars: “Most Wanted” global campaign was announced today by director Jon Favreau ahead of New York Toy Fair 2026. Inspired by stories old and new from across the galaxy, this year-long campaign features all-new merchandise inspired by The Mandalorian and Grogu, including toys, apparel, collectibles, accessories, and more! Favreau, director, writer, and producer of The Mandalorian and Grogu, took to the stage in New York City to reveal the very first merchandise inspired by the forthcoming film.

During the event, Favreau spoke about Star Wars’ unique history with toys, recalling the anticipation around Kenner toy vouchers the Christmas after Star Wars: A New Hope sent pop culture into a frenzy in 1977. The director revealed that eagle-eyed fans may even notice a few nods to old toys in this summer’s The Mandalorian and Grogu.

“As a collector of Star Wars toys myself since early childhood, I understand what an important storytelling extension they can be,” says the filmmaker. “For many fans my age, the toys were how we lived in the Star Wars galaxy between film releases. It’s an honor to continue that tradition with The Mandalorian and Grogu.”

When asked what he could share about the upcoming film, Favreau delighted fans with an update about Mando’s little green companion. “Grogu has leveled up a bit,” he teases. “We saw that he trained with Luke, so he’s got a little Jedi influence. And he’s also an apprentice Mandalorian. So now it’s time for his dad/teacher to bring him on adventures with him.”

Here’s a complete look at the film-inspired toys and collectibles that were unveiled during the event!…

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Making Tracks Episode 250: Tonal Magpie pick

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Join the Marks on episode 250 of Fantha Tracks Radios Making Tracks as they hitch up four wampas and go chasing Mando and Grogu. They look at the Super Bowl advert featuring the two Dins, discuss the 94th birthday of the Maestro John Williams, look at how Gollum inspired The Acolyte and return to Surrey Star Wars Weekend where Mark Newbold spoke with Michael Jenn from Andor and Paul Naylor chatted with Paul Warren from the sequel trilogy. There’s more in this one than a Mando Happy Meal on episode 250 of Making Tracks.

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Star Wars Doesn’t Quite Redeem Jar Jar

When it comes to divisive characters in the Star Wars franchise, there are few more divisive than Jar Jar Binks. From his first appearance in Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace, the well-meaning Gungan was comic relief in the Star Wars universe but was also extremely polarizing for fans and the backlash was so extreme that it even negatively impacted Ahmed Best, who brought the character to life. And, of course, it didn’t help Jar Jar’s case when he ended up being instrumental in Chancellor Palpatine getting vast emergency powers in Star Wars: Episode II — Attack of the Clones because, well, we all knew where that was going.

But over the years the tide has been turning for Jar Jar Binks. People’s perspectives have shifted with time, especially as Star Wars fans who were kids when the prequel series debuted have grown up and now, Jar Jar is even being canonically redeemed thanks to the new Star Wars: Jar Jar #1 comic, revealing his key role in the origin of the Rebel Alliance…

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The Mandalorian and Grogu Debuts a Big Game Spot

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Din Djarin and his charge pay homage to classic ads of the past with a new commercial

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I can hear the wails and gnashing of teeth already from a certain contingent of fandom who wanted MORE than this…a harmless and fun trailer!!!

A tense showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots was interrupted today by the Mandalorian and Grogu dashing through the snow on a wagon pulled by a team of tauntauns.

The Big Game spot features Din Djarin and Grogu riding through a snowy landscape. Instead of a team of Clydesdale horses, the vehicle is pulled along by a group of tauntauns. Take the reins and watch an extended version of the spot below:

The Mandalorian and Grogu, directed by Jon Favreau, follows an all-new adventure for legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu. The film, which also stars Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White, is produced by Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Dave Filoni, and Ian Bryce, with music composed by Ludwig Göransson.

Get ready for The Mandalorian and Grogu, an all-new Star Wars adventure filmed for IMAX and opening exclusively in theaters May 22, 2026.

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Your Weekly Star Wars News Recap For 8th February 2026 | Good Morning Tatooine

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Join Brian Cameron and Paul Naylor on Good Morning Tatooine for an in-depth discussion of all the latest Star Wars and Lucasfilm news.

This week we celebrate Steven Spielberg’s completion of the EGOT.

We discuss the Original Trilogy coming to Disneyland Anaheim.

We learn more about Galactic Racer, and check out Funko’s Shadow Lord POP.

We discover who is the new CEO of Disney and discuss how that could impact on Lucasfilm.

We hear from Sigourney Weaver on The Mandalorian & Grogu, Harrison Ford on Shrinking, and Matthew Robinson on Rogue Squadron.

We talk Indiana Jones and the Great Circle as it comes to Nintendo Switch 2, and releases its latest DLC

And we learn the latest atendees to Capital Sci-Fi Con, and Starfury Invasion 2026.

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Making Tracks at Festival of the Force 2026

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Join us on Fantha Tracks Radios Making Tracks as we celebrate Star Wars Podcast Day 2026 and the 27th anniversary of the very first Star Wars podcast, Jedi Talk which premiered on 7th February 1999. This episode we head to Newark and Festival of the Force 2026, where Mark Newbold was joined onstage by Tim Rose (Admiral Ackbar) and Paul Kasey (Admiral Raddus), the first time these two Mon Cal titans have shared a stage to discuss their experiences playing these iconic Admirals. It’s the first of seven Fantha Tracks Radio episodes across the weekend on this very special episode of Making Tracks.

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Strongest Jedi Of All Time?

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Star Wars fans have argued who the strongest Jedi of all time is for many years, but there is really no competition, as one stands high above everyone else. After Return of the Jedi was released in 1983, it was pretty clear to fans that Luke Skywalker was undoubtedly the strongest Jedi to have ever lived, as he defeated the Sith and did something no other Jedi had ever been able to do. However, the prequel trilogy then showed just how powerful Luke’s father, Anakin, was, so fans of that trilogy then began arguing that Anakin was much stronger than Luke.

While the debate has gone on for a long time, there is a clear winner, but it actually depends on whether fans are talking strictly about canon or if Star Wars Legends (which was formerly known as the Expanded Universe (EU)) is involved. If canon is the only timeline and reference being looked at, Anakin Skywalker is absolutely the most powerful Jedi of all time. However, if the EU is being taken into consideration, then it is undoubtedly Luke…

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Making Tracks Episode 249: Lost in the moment

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Join the Marks on episode 249 of Fantha Tracks Radios Making Tracks as they take on a couple of deep-dive questions regarding the future of the saga; does Star Wars always need to replicate the past, and how does Star Wars move beyond the shadow of Andor? Two hefty topics, along with conversations with Joplin Sibtain from Andor and Michael Carter from Return of the Jedi, all on episode 249 of Making Tracks.

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