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As the weather begins to get cooler and the days begin to become shorter, many of us begin to turn to choosing what to stream and what to watch to stay in from the chill. As a parent, it is sometimes hard to find entertaining shows that I can watch with my daughter.

Searching for the right series to share, I have chosen to rewatch Star Wars: The Bad Batch and, for my daughter, Brooklyn, introduce her to the world of the show. I think it is an excellent show to choose that highlights not only great male characters but a heroic younger character she can emulate through Omega. I thought it is perfect time for her and I to watch the show together. We will be reviewing it together. I am curious what her reviews will be.

My Young Daughter's First Reactions to The Bad Batch

Brooklyn has watched...

Star Wars has been in a weird place since The Rise of Skywalker completed the sequel trilogy back in 2019. On the big screen, Disney and Lucasfilm can't seem to get another project off the ground to save their life, with planned movies from Taika Waititi, Kevin Feige, Patty Jenkins, Rian Johnson and Game of Thrones showrunners David Benioff and Dan Weiss all getting announced only to later be shelved. It's pretty embarassing to announce all these things only for all of them to fall through.

But on TV, the Star Wars universe has been popping. The Mandalorian, the first-ever live-action Star Wars TV show, debuted in 2019, the same year we last had a big screen outing, and has been going strong for three seasons now. And we've also gotten Ahsoka, The Book of Boba Fett, The Acolyte, Andor and Obi-Wan Kenobi, not to mention animated series like The Bad Batch.

Star Wars Legends, or the Extended Universe (EU), has always been a gaping hole in my Star Wars lore. I didn't grow up with the EU like many fans in the 90s did, mostly because I didn't fully become a Star Wars fan until college. I am a weirdo, and The Clone Wars movie made me love Star Wars for the first time.

The animated series was my first try with the EU. I picked up some of the comics with Ahsoka Tano or, my personal favorite, Defenders of the Lost Temple by Justin Aclin and Ben Bates, which is about a clone trooper named Glitch who thought he was force-sensitive. When Star Wars Rebels revealed Grand Admiral Thrawn, I gave the original Heir to the Empire trilogy a try.

Still, the Legends universe never really grabbed me for two big reasons.

First, it was so big! I never knew where to start.

With Star Wars Rebels turning ten this year, we've had a decade's worth of stellar performances from Lucasfilm Animation. From the return of The Clone Wars to the newest outing from the Lego Star Wars miniseries Rebuild the Galaxy, let's dive into which voice actors brought out the best performances.

My picks are based on the entire run of a show, season, or miniseries. A guest spot on a single episode won't count. The only exception would be Star Wars: Visions being a series of shorts. Who gave a solid performance from the beginning to the end of their respective show.

In no particular order, here are the 16 best performances from Lucasfilm Animation in the last 10 years.

1. Ashley Eckstein Photo: Star Wars: The Clone Wars Episode 710 “The Phantom Apprentice” - Image Courtesy Disney+

It's hard to think that at one point, Dave Filoni told Ashley Eckstein to prepare herself, because...

The final scene of The Bad Batch saw an adult Omega leaving her island home of Pabu to join the Rebel Alliance as a pilot. Hunter, clearly older from the passage of time, sees her off on her next adventures, telling her the words, "You're our kid, Omega. You always will be." This scene was poignant and powerful to close the series.

One fan loved it so much that they made a jack-o-lantern for Halloween. Ct_girlie on Twitter showed off their prized carved gourd, revealing Hunter and Omega sitting under the moon of Pabu.

“you’re our kid Omega, you always will be” #TheBadBatch #StarWars pic.twitter.com/YERgcjJkmz

— olive...

Star Wars Resistance is a series that I am passionate about and always ready to defend. However, it's very much the dark horse of the franchise, often forgotten in the run of other shows. Now that it's been out for a few years, I think it's a good time to look at it again, discuss how it's the most unlucky of the Star Wars series, and why you should try it if you haven't. That's because Star Wars Resistance is Andor for kids!

Resistance's Unlucky Run Set the Stage For Star Wars TV After It

When Resistance was first released, some fans gave it a lot of criticism. It was heavily compared to The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. This is a bit of an unfair circumstance because Resistance does not function like its predecessors. It was doing something that Star Wars TV hadn't done up to that...

The world said goodbye to The Bad Batch and Clone Force 99 earlier this year, but the adventures are far from over. An upcoming comic book miniseries will tell a new story featuring the fan-favorite characters -- yes, even Tech!

In Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents, Clone Force 99 returns for another mission in a five-part series from Dark Horse Comics. The miniseries, written by Michael Moreci and illustrated by Reese Hannigan, follows the Bad Batch's Hunter, Wrecker, Crosshair, and Tech on a dangerous mission across the galaxy to track down a Separatist ghost agent.

The story takes place prior to the series' events, something that Star Wars publishing, in particular, has the luxury of doing to bring certain characters "back" by going back in time. The Batch previously appeared in the larger Hyperspace Stories comic, but this is their first solo miniseries—and hopefully not the last!

It's another day that ends in "Y," meaning there is some sort of discourse on social media.

Variety released a piece yesterday about toxic fandoms, opening with a discussion of Amandla Stenberg's video in which she talked about the bigoted backlash they received during The Acolyte. The article is a breakdown of how different studios have tackled the bad side of fandoms. One part of this article has set off socials, where an anonymous studio executive discusses using superfan focus groups. In the article, it says:

"Those who did talk with Variety all agreed that the best defense is to avoid provoking fandoms in the first place. In addition to standard focus group testing, studios will assemble a specialized cluster of superfans to assess possible marketing materials for a major franchise project.

“They’re very vocal,” says the studio exec. “They will just tell us, ‘If you do that,...

Say what you will about the Star Wars television output--and there's no denying that there is a lot to say--but people who find a connection to the galaxy far, far away have never had this much visual media to choose from. If you want a high-stakes adventure, you can binge The Mandalorian. Young and old can enjoy Young Jedi Adventures. This last summer, The Acolyte challenged our perceptions of the Dark Side and Jedi morality. That's not even taking into account projects that show the misadventures of The Bad Batch or Cassian Andor's early trials on the way to becoming a rebel leader.

I've spoken before about the strong points of Star Wars Rebels from the perspective of a newcomer, but I would now like to look at the series from a broader perspective. What is it about this show that creates such a lasting impression and begs for continuing adventures?...

Bobby Moynihan would love to do a live action Star Wars, and I'd love to see it. The Saturday Night Live actor mused about what kind of character he would want to portray and the answer may surprise you.

In a special on Disney+, via Comicbook.com, Moynihan discussed who he would want to play in a live action Star Wars. His Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy character, Jedi Bob, is a definitely choice. Though, he also shared his want to be an alien, saying, "I enjoy Star Wars acting -- I really want to do live-action Star Wars. I really want to play some sort of alien creature where you can't see my face -- a slug or something. My dream is live-action orca. Me in a live-action orca costume, shrunk down, that's my dream."

Moynihan would make an excellent weird alien! He's an amazing character actor and would...

Star Wars Rebels had a host of great characters that were some of the best additions to the Star Wars canon. Contributed by Dave Filoni, these characters had some of the most defining moments in the history of Star Wars, that sort of prove that Dave Filoni might be the true heir to the Star Wars empire.

Ezra Bridger in Star Wars Rebels| Credit: Disney

One scene in particular proves that Filoni has what it takes to put the Opera in Space Opera when it comes to Star Wars. The director/writer has crafted some of the most well-received moments in the franchise, while also contributing the most heart-wrenching of story beats in the Star Wars universe.

Dave Filoni cemented himself as the Goat when he killed Kanan Jarrus Kanan Jarrus in Star Wars || Credit: Disney

Kanan Jarrus was a brand new addition to the ranks of the Jedi who...

Clone Force 99 is back for an all-new mission next year! Dark Horse Comics has announced that a brand new comic book miniseries will tell stories of the Bad Batch during their days in the Clone Wars.

Set before the events of The Clone Wars Season 7 with the original team of Hunter, Crosshair, Wrecker, and Tech, Star Wars News Net had the exclusive reveal for Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories – The Bad Batch: Ghost Agents. The five-issue miniseries is written by Michael Moreci, who tackled the Batch's story in another Hyperspace Stories series. The illustrators are Reese Hannigan, Elisabetta D’Amico, and Michael Atiyeh. The cover artist is Valeria “Lux” Favoccia, with French Carlomagno on the variant covers. The first issue arrives on January 15, 2025.

I can finally talk about this!

I'm writing the first ever Bad Batch comic series!

I'm so excited. I love these clones so much, and we're going to take them on a wild,...

Lego versions of any franchise are always a tongue-in-cheek delight. The Lego Movie was entertaining with its constant refrain of “Everything is Awesome,” but I feel like The Lego Batman Movie letting its titular character be self-deprecating about his comic origins also outstrips anything in the live-action versions.

Star Wars finally gave us a holiday special worth remembering when bricks were involved, and I have a special place in my heart for the Halloween special. This weekend, I watched Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy in one sitting and regret nothing about the experience.

Here are the 8 best moments from the latest Lego Star Wars miniseries.

1. Competitive Clone Troopers Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, a new alternate universe adventure on Disney+. Image Credit: StarWars.com

It was funny enough to find that the clone troopers were all Admiral Ackbar, but the sound of “It's a trap!” wasn't what made...

Star Wars franchise has seen a bit of a downturn in its fortunes in recent years, with several projects being a hit and a miss with the fans. As a result, several fans have blamed Disney for the franchise’s downfall, criticizing the studio for the commodification of the space opera saga started by George Lucas. Therefore, there is a wave of disappointment around the franchise.

Star Wars fans highlighted the positives of Dinsey taking over the franchise (Credit: Lucasfilm).

Despite the generally negative sentiments surrounding the franchise, fans took to social media to discuss the several positive aspects of Disney taking over the franchise back in 2012 and the projects they have released ever since. Fans found plenty of bright spots in the galaxy far, far away under the House of the Mouse, and here are the top 5 positives of Disney Star Wars that will convince haters to change their minds.

Star Wars Outlaws brings a massive open-world for players to explore and discover all they can find. Developer Massive Entertainment has lots of Star Wars Outlaws‘ Easter Eggs hidden for players to find that add another level of excitement to the game during their journey.

From references to Star Wars to outside of the universe of the galaxy far, far away, there are lot for players to discover. But since there are many details to find, players may miss out on some of them. Therefore, this article lists Easter Eggs that players should look for in Star Wars Outlaws.

12. Nix and His Hidden Tricks Nix is as smart as she is playful. Image via Ubisoft

Nix is Kay Vess’ loyal pet and companion and is smart and clever just like his master. He can help players retrieve items, sense loot, stealing from other people, distracting enemies, and more. These are...

Filmmaker George Lucas took viewers on an extraordinary journey when he launched the space opera franchise with 1977’s Star Wars. The first film was met with critical acclaim and commercial success, leading Lucas to expand the story into the Skywalker saga, which entertained fans with a vast and diverse cast of characters.

George Lucas admitted his love for Wookiees in an interview (Credit: BBC Newsnight).

During an interview about the original trilogy, Lucas revealed his admiration for one of the several alien species in the franchise. However, Lucas admitted that he loved this species so much that he decided to give it a major role in the original trilogy. Moreover, the species continues to be a hit with the fans and remains a major part of the Star Wars franchise.

George Lucas Revealed Why He Made the Wookiee a Major Player in the Star Wars Saga

George Lucas directed 1977’s Star Wars,...

Ahead of the release of "Cuckoo," I asked Dan Stevens in an interview where his character, Herr König, ranked in his roster of "freaky lil' weirdos." Instead of being a terrible parent and admitting which child is the gold star, he took the more diplomatic route. "I mean, I love all my weird little freaks equally," he says. "I couldn't possibly put them in order, but he's definitely up there in terms of how fun they were to play, largely because of the environment that was created." I can't argue with the answer and I respect his refusal to play favorites, but I am not Dan Stevens, and therefore, I have no qualms about highlighting all of my favorite weird performances of his, and ranking them so as to appease the almighty algorithm that requires such things. This is by no means a definitive list, but 10 of his absolute finest.

The Acolyte, Star Wars' latest addition to cinema, proved to be quite illuminating. From the revelation of a Khyber crystal's bleeding to the Stranger's remarkable cortosis helmet, it was indeed a memorable journey. A key question that arose was about the origin of Osha and Mae. Initially assumed to be mere twins, the actual answer was quite enlightening, opening up a whole new realm of possibilities. This may have also addressed a question that has been on many minds since the Prequel trilogy.

The Force Giveth

One question's answer, in true Star Wars tradition, led to several others. It was revealed that the leaders of a Force witch coven, Mother Koril, and Mother Aniseya, were the twins' parents. Koril carried them and Aniseya shaped them from the Force or Thread, as the Brendok witches referred to it. Once the twins were confirmed to have been born of the Force itself,...

Key Moments That Define Clone Force 99 in 'Star Wars: The Bad Batch' - Main Image

Star Wars fans love The Clone Wars, the animated series detailing the time period between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, from the minds of Dave Filoni and the great George Lucas himself.

The­ Bad Batch, another animated show spun off from the beloved Clone Wars, introduced fans to Clone Force 99. Unlike ordinary troopers, the Bad Batchers have ge­netic deficiencies that give them unique abilities.

Throughout the series, we witness the remarkable character development and the formation of an unbreakable bond among the members of Clone Force 99, making us feel deeply connected and emotionally invested in their journey.

Below are some key moments that define Clone Force 99 in Star Wars: The Bad Batch.

Spoiler alert: This article reveals key plot points found in Season One and Season Two of...

A brand-new trailer was already released for the next Star Wars Disney+ show that will premiere on Wednesday, August 14.

Star Wars has already made its mark in 2024 with multiple Disney+ releases, both live-action and animation.

First, Season 3 of The Bad Batch brought that series to an end altogether. Then The Acolyte, which ended on July 16, came next.

Read full article on The Direct.

Dave Filoni is responsible for fleshing out much of the Clone Wars with his brilliant animated series. However, there was also a film that the director worked on that introduced Ahsoka Tano as Anakin’s padwan, called Star Wars: The Clone Wars.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars || Lucasfilm

This film was well received and beloved by fans, and while there has been an entire show covering what happens in the wake of it, Dave Filoni revealed in 2011 that there might be a chance that fans could get more of it, but only if George Lucas was up for it.

Dave Filoni would happily make a second Clone Wars film Darth Maul faces off against Obi-Wan Kenobi in The Clone Wars [Credit: Lucasfilm Animation]

While the story of The Clone Wars has been carried over to other installments of the franchise like Star Wars: Rebels, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Bad Batch and more,...

There’s only one way to judge a new Star Wars property in this day and age: Watch it yourself.

Leslye Headland’s “The Acolyte” premiered on June 4 and earned positive response from critics for the first four episodes. The audience ratings are far lower, a combination of disappointed Star Wars purists, bigots, and probably a few trolls. Mileage varies in a major franchise, but rarely this much — and for potential viewers who are curious about the series, it creates a confusing cacophony of shouted disagreement.

If you’re curious about “The Acolyte,” already firmly in its grasp, or willing to have your mind changed, I come to you humbly from a corner of the internet that this show has in an absolute chokehold. My timeline has turned into a Manny Jacinto shrine, my text chains are two dumb bitches telling each other “Exactly” (sending each other the same memes...

Forget rebound woes; Suki Waterhouse’s love life just went supernova! After a brutal breakup with Bradley Cooper, she found solace in the unlikeliest hero: a Star Wars hunk 12 years her senior! Picture this: heartbreak sends our leading lady on an intergalactic love chase! Diego Luna, the dreamy rebel from a galaxy far, far away, became her next stop, offering a dose of maturity and galactic charm.

Suki Waterhouse as Sandra Wolsfeld from the movie Misbehaviour | BBC Films

This eyebrow-raising romance healed old wounds, proving the Force works in mysterious ways, even for heartbroken starlets.

From Hollywood Heartbreak to Rebel Alliance: Suki Waterhouse’s Post-Cooper Romance Bradley Cooper from The Hangover | Warner Bros.

Star Wars fans, brace yourselves! The talented singer-songwriter Suki Waterhouse found solace in the arms of a Star Wars actor following her split from Bradley Cooper.

Waterhouse and Cooper’s love story began in 2013 at the Elle Style Awards in London.

For three seasons and 47 episodes, Star Wars: The Bad Batch explored the post-Order 66 era through the lens of five elite clone troopers and a mysterious young female clone, Omega. 

Now that the Star Wars animated series has come to an end, here's a ranked list of the Lucasfilm Disney+ show's 10 best episodes. 

[ Full Cast of The Bad Batch Season 3 - Every Main Character & Voice Actor In New Star Wars Episodes (Photos) ]

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The recent debut of ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ sparked significant controversy within the Star Wars community. The show has faced both intense criticism and praise, revealing starkly contrasting views between critics and fans.

Currently, ‘The Acolyte’ holds an 85% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, but only 13% from audiences, categorizing it as “Rotten.” Issues such as canon inconsistencies and accusations of promoting “woke” ideology have added fuel to the debate.

There are several reasons why ‘The Acolyte’ has received criticism, starting with its lukewarm story and uneven pacing. Budget concerns also loom large, with the show’s $180 million cost for 8 episodes yielding little apparent value so far. Yet, one could argue that even a superior show might struggle due to ongoing trends within highly lucrative franchises tied to Disney.

The concept of superhero fatigue, often associated with the MCU, has been cited as a factor impacting profitability in recent years.

The most recent release of ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ caused quite a stir in the Star Wars community. The show has been a target of both review-bombing and review-boosting, with critics and fans having vastly different opinions of the show.

The show currently has 85% approval on Rotten Tomatoes by critics and 13% by fans, making the show Rotten. Instances of canon breaking in the show and alleged “woke” propaganda also did not help.

Now there are several reasons why the show has been called bad, a lukewarm story with weird pacing first and foremost. There’s also the issue with the show’s budget, the show did cost $180 million for 8 episodes, and so far has little to show for it. However, you can also make an argument that a show much better than ‘Acolyte’ wouldn’t fare any better due to something that’s been going on for a while, especially...

After reprising his role as Star Wars villain Director Orson Krennic last year in The Bad Batch, it looks like Rogue One actor Ben Mendelsohn is eyeing a return to that galaxy far, far away for Andor Season 2. Just last weekend, Diego Luna — who plays the eponymous rebel in both Gareth Edwards' film and Tony Gilroy's series — teased to fans at Ace Superhero Comic Con that "there will be characters that you recognise" in the Peabody award-winning show's second series. And now, in an interview with The Playlist, Mexican filmmaker Alonso Ruizpalacios — director of the last three episodes of Andor's upcoming series — has let slip that Mendelsohn is among the recognisable characters fans can expect to see when the show returns.

Whilst singing the praises of his experience working on Andor, Ruizpalacios paid tribute to the heavyweight actors he'd had chance to direct on the show, specifically naming “Stellan Skarsgård,...

Star Wars’ latest series The Acolyte is not having the best time right now, to say the least. While there are some fans who appreciate the show and are glad to see where the franchise is heading, the majority is of the opinion that The Acolyte is one of the worst TV shows in the fictional universe. There were some complaints about the writing and the writers’ team which even included someone who had never seen Star Wars before.

The Acolyte (2024) | Disney+

When one of the writers was asked whether Dave Filoni, the Cco of Lucasfilm, was consulted before writing the episodes, she stated that he not only was he consulted but he also gave notes and approved the scripts. Since Dave Filoni was involved in The Acolyte and not Andor, probably the best Star Wars show out there, some fans couldn’t help but question his credibility.

Fans Question...

From The Bad Batch to The Mandalorian, Star Wars on Disney+ has several shows that make up the platform's most popular series of the year. 

Thus far in 2024, the galaxy far, far away has not had the sort of prolific output it has been known for in recent years, but neither have any of Disney's major franchises. 

This comes as a result of retooling by the studio, spacing out its tentpole releases deliberately as opposed to the scattershot approach taken by the House of Mouse over the last decade. 

Read full article on The Direct.

In recent years, the number of series set in a galaxy far, far away has increased dramatically. The variety of genres, forms and topics is amazing: every viewer, not only fans of the series, can find something to their taste.

On the occasion of the release of The Acolyte, which has already received negative reviews from fans, we have chosen ten of the best projects that you can watch instead of the new series.

1. Star Wars: Visions, 2021-2023

The first non-canon series released after Disney bought Lucasfilm, Visions is The Animatrix of the Star Wars universe, an anthology of 18 shorts divided into two seasons. Each episode is done in a unique style and tells its own little story.

The producers gave the writers maximum creative freedom. As a result, Visions offers a completely different take on traditional Star Wars, and it looks great. The authors clearly prove that canonicity does...

If you want to watch Charlie Barnett star in a Leslye Headland show about complex people navigating sci-fi constructs, you now have multiple choices – the Russian Doll star has followed that series’ creator into The Acolyte. This time, he’s not stuck in a time loop, but instead plays highly-strung Jedi Knight Yord Fandar, unravelling the Force-centric murder-mystery at the core of Headland’s Star Wars show.

Empire sat down with Barnett to talk his entry into the Star Wars universe, his fandom of the animated series, why he initially wanted a purple lightsaber, and Jedi rivalries.

Empire: Were you a Star Wars fan going into The Acolyte?

Charlie Barnett: I am, and was, a Star Wars fan. But I say that with acknowledgment to the levels of Star Wars fandoms. I am not a Bible. I am a fan from the joy I have gotten since I was...

[The following story contains spoilers from the third and final season of The Bad Batch.]

If The Bad Batch were a live-action series, it’d most certainly be considered an ensemble show. But given that one actor voiced 22 (!) characters in the final season of the animated series, that term might not quite fit in this case. It’s a point that the voice actor himself, Dee Bradley Baker, humbly acknowledges.

“The Bad Batch is a very different creative ask of an actor, to bring all of these full-fledged, full-bodied characters together in a scene as an ensemble, not as disconnected or one-offs,” says Baker. “This is an ensemble story in the same way that The Clone Wars was originally an ensemble story. It’s just in this particular ensemble, I’m most of the ensemble,” he adds, laughing.

The Disney+ series, which ended its three-season run on May 1, follows Clone Force 99, a special forces squad comprising clone solders who were enhanced with special abilities,...

There is a lot of Star Wars trivia that ends up being scraps of story beats that were left on the cutting room floor. From alternate reveals on scripts to protect the original story to more recent deleted scenes (like the one this article is about to discuss), Star Wars behind-the-scenes lore is rich with some of the most hilarious moments in the history of the franchise that had to be cut for the sake of better storytelling.

Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars: The Clone Wars | Lucasfilm

One such deleted scene comes from the final season of The Clone Wars, where Anakin Skywalker and Captain Rex of the 501’s Clone Battalion are on their way to work with Clone Force 99, a batch of non-regular clones with desirable mutations. The deleted scene is hilariously hailed as the reason why Anakin fell to the dark side of the force, given the situation...

Star Wars: The Bad Batch takes viewers to the lesser-known corners of the galaxy far, far away, where the titular group of clones fights for their survival. The series serves as a spin-off of the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series and takes place after the infamous Order 66 led to the downfall of the Jedi.

Star Wars: The Bad Batch recently ended after three seasons (Credit: Lucasfilm).

The Bad Batch recently concluded after the release of its third and final season. Despite the series coming to an end, executive producer Brad Rau has hinted that this might not be the last we see of the Bad Batch, expressing interest in a film adaptation. As a result, the Clone Wars corner of the Star Wars universe could live on and the Dcau provides the perfect template for the same.

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Executive Producer Brad Rau Provides Hope...

7 Most Villainous Moments of the Empire in Star Wars: The Bad Batch - Main Image

Star Wars: The Bad Batch is set during one of the most devastating events in Star Wars history—Order 66—the series delves into the aftermath of the Emperor's brutal command to eradicate the Jedi. This order forced the Clone Troopers, once allies of the Jedi, to turn against them and commit genocide.

The Bad Batch chronicles the journey of Clone Force 99, a group of clones with enhanced genetics, as they grapple with their identities and loyalties in the face of the Empire's ascension. This era of the Empire is marked by numerous instances of villainy.

Crosshair's Unwavering Loyalty to the Empire

The moral complexities introduced in Star Wars: The Bad Batch are exemplified through various dark and twisted moments, starting with Crosshair's descent into darkness. In Season 1, Episode 3, Crosshair, now leading a group of elite human recruits,...

For quite some time now, plenty of big titles have been underperforming with people practically being a bit sick of the constant reboots, and re-adaptations of the material that no one asked for.

One trend however is clear. The TV industry is increasingly embracing blockbuster-style content. While video game IPs are thriving, other subgenres are also demonstrating strength. However, success in streaming appears to hinge on the use of fresh IP to launch new franchises, although there are some considerations to bear in mind.

Variety presented us with new streaming data for major streaming services and some titles have truly surprised us.

Percy Jackson is an absolute winner when it comes to original series viewership despite technically being a reboot, I guess enough time has passed from the poorly received adaptations from the past and viewers were eager to see a different take on the matter.

Following ‘Percy Jackson,’ we have MCU’s ‘Echo.

For a while now, numerous major titles have been underperforming, with audiences growing weary of constant reboots and re-adaptations of material nobody requested. However, one trend is evident: the television industry is increasingly embracing blockbuster-style content.

While video game IPs continue to flourish, other subgenres are also proving strong. Nonetheless, success in streaming seems reliant on introducing fresh intellectual properties to initiate new franchises, albeit with some important factors to consider.

Variety recently released fresh streaming data for major streaming platforms, we’re going to concern ourselves with Disney+ at the moment, unveiling some truly surprising titles.

“Percy Jackson” emerges as a resounding success in terms of viewership for its original series, despite technically being a reboot. It seems that sufficient time has elapsed since the poorly received adaptations of the past, and viewers were keen to see a fresh perspective on the material.

Following “Percy Jackson,” we have the MCU’s “Echo.

"Star Wars" has one of the biggest worlds in fiction, a vast universe with extensive mythology, a sense of history, locations that feel tangible, and characters that come across as real, living beings.

This last bit is important, because "Star Wars" has given plenty of memorable characters, where even small players can turn out to have galaxy-changing importance. Then there are the villains, of which "Star Wars" has plenty, including some of the most memorable villains in cinema history, with their own stories worth exploring.

But while we all know the menacing man-turned-machine Darth Vader or the devil-looking Maul, are they really the worst villains in the franchise? As "Star Wars" has evolved and grown over the years, its villains have become less flashy and more, well, evil. That's why we're ranking the most evil and villainous characters in George Lucas' galaxy far, far away. As a note, this list...

7 Cameos and Easter Eggs in Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3 - Main Image

Star Wars: The Bad Batch is a series that will keep you hooked. Each episode is a journey through the Star Wars universe, peppered with Easter eggs and surprise cameos that make it a must-watch for fans.

Season 3, in particular, has been rich with these callbacks and references, leaving audiences eager for more after the epic finale. Let's take a closer look and see what you might have missed in the latest season.

Star Wars: The Bad Bath Mentions Project Necromancer

In Season 3, Episode 3, we got a deeper dive into the sinister side of the Empire's machinations. Doctor Hemlock mentions Project Necromancer to Palpatine, a callback to The Mandalorian season three.

Hemlock elaborates on the project's aim to create clones with high M-counts, which, if successful, could give Palpatine the key to eternal life. This ties...

6 Must-Watch Star Wars Animated Episodes - Main Image

Since Disney+ launched, Star Wars animation has been booming, attracting new audiences and rekindling the passion of longtime fans. The intricate storytelling and lush visuals have established animated Star Wars as a cornerstone of the franchise.

While every series contributes to the Star Wars galaxy, some episodes stand out as must-see viewing for fans, both old and new. Here are the top episodes that shape the story and provide deeper insights into the characters we know and love.

6. Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi - The Dooku Tale

Count Dooku is a character shrouded in mystery for movie-only fans. He appears as an antagonist in Attack of the Clones and meets his end in Revenge of the Sith. However, the three Dooku-centric episodes in Tales of the Jedi unravel his backstory, revealing the man behind the cape.

From episodes 1 to 4 in season one,...

Despite the manifold complications that arose during the acquisition of the Star Wars IP by Disney in 2019, one of the less complicated topics of conversation was George Lucas’ involvement in the franchise.

With the auteur seemingly retiring from the IP that he built from the ground up, it didn’t seem necessary to bring in Lucas on every creative, executive decision rolling out of Disney.

George Lucas [Photo: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commons]

However, there is an inherent decency in honoring the legacy of George Lucas and the universe of original stories and characters he built straight out of his imagination.

Despite the disrespect served by Disney with the Skywalker saga, the billion-dollar studio did seem to rally in Lucas’ favor after adopting one of his original ideas into some of their latest projects.

Dave Filoni Reveals George Lucas’ Ultimate Game Plan

George Lucas handed over the reins of Star Wars to Disney in...

Another year, another May 4th, has come to our galaxy. The unofficial holiday is known as Star Wars Day began in 2011 and quickly caught on as the date, May the fourth, sounded very similar to the phrase “May the Force Be With You.” Since then, fans worldwide have gathered to celebrate their favorite characters and moments from that franchise, and Disney often takes advantage of that.

A 2024 May Fourth video was posted on the official Star Wars YouTube Channel. While the video shows what you would typically expect with clips from the films and shows, interviews with the actors, and fans cosplaying, there is a noticeable absence.

The video, meant to celebrate the franchise as a whole, seemingly ignores the controversial Sequel Trilogy. In the beginning, we see Kylo Ren taking off his helmet for half a second, but there is little to no trace or acknowledgment of those three films.

Plot: A six-episode journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths, set during different eras. After losing everything, young Morgan Elsbeth navigates the expanding Imperial world toward a path of vengeance, while former Jedi Barriss Offee does what she must to survive a rapidly changing galaxy. The choices they make will define their destinies.

Review: While fans have been somewhat divided over the live-action offerings in the Disney era of Star Wars, we can all agree that the animated projects have been fantastic. From the revival of The Clone Wars to the spin-off The Bad Batch and the unique anthology Visions, animated Star Wars is stronger than ever. Following the 2022 series Tales of the Jedi, the latest series again gives us a bite-sized limited series focusing on secondary characters in the Star Wars canon. Tales of the Empire sounds like it would focus...

Bad Batch S3: The Switch from Project Necromancer to Stardust Explained - Main Image

Is Project Stardust the same as Project Necromancer in The Bad Batch? The third and final season sees Governor Tarkin relocating the funds of the latter project towards the former. But what's the big difference?

Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch, so proceed with caution.

Is Project Stardust the Same As Project Necromancer?

Project Necromancer is what the entire three seasons of Star Wars: The Bad Batch has been all about.

With Doctor Royce Hemlock set on resurrecting Emperor Palpatine using Omega's M-count, the Clone Force 99 had all right to worry about saving Omega's life.

Not only is she a rare subject, but using her as a test experiment would mean losing her life for the Empire's purpose.

Thanks to the failure of Project Necromancer by the end...

How Long Are the Episodes in Star Wars: Tales of the Empire? Schedule Explored - Main Image

As The Bad Batch season 3 comes to a close, Star Wars fans can expect a brand-new six-episode animated series on Disney Plus. Here is how long the episodes are in Star Wars: Tales of the Empire.

Tales of the Empire Official Episode Runtime Revealed

The story of the Clone Force 99 escaping the Empire while protecting Omega has come to an end for now. This brings the animated universe of Star Wars to introduce a new storyline about the galaxy's biggest threat: Tales of the Empire.

The Bad Batch ended its run within three seasons at an average runtime of 40-51 minutes per episode. Considering that Tales of the Empire is shorter in comparison, the episodes are potentially less than an hour's runtime.

Since Tales of the Empire is Dave Filoni's highly anticipated...

Who Ended Project Necromancer? The Bad Batch S3 Explains What Happened to It - Main Image

Who ended Project Necromancer in The Bad Batch season 3? Considering this was the main plot point that led Omega to run from the Empire, how was Emperor Palpatine's main plan thwarted in the end? Find out here.

Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 finale, so proceed with caution.

The Bad Batch Season 3 Finale Shuts Down Project Necromancer

The bad batchers have spent the entire series building up to the season 3 finale on saving their friend, Omega, from the clutches of the Empire and Project Necromancer's devious plan.

Clone Force 99 managed to succeed in doing just that. Despite Tech's tragic death, Omega, Echo, Crosshair, Wrecker, and Hunter escaped to Tantiss after fighting their battles against Hemlock's forces.

With Clone Force 99 out of the way, this...

The Bad Batch Season 3 Finale: Why [Spoiler]'s Resurrection Took Forever - Main Image

As much as Star Wars fans are hoping the story of their favorite outcast of a team doesn't end yet, The Bad Batch season 3 ends with a bang. Here's why the resurrection of Emperor Palpatine took so long in The Bad Batch.

Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3 finale, so proceed with caution.

The Bad Batch Season 3 Finale Shows How Project Necromancer was Halted

The Empire's main goal had always been capturing Omega in pursuit of Emperor Palpatine's Project Necromancer.

The project was intended to resurrect Emperor Palpatine to his former glory, which would explain how he returned in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

While they could easily create Palpatine's clones, the Emperor was seeking a larger experiment in mind: Project Necromancer existed to build something much stronger and...

Spoilers Ahead!

The third and final season of Star Wars: The Bad Batch debuted on May 1, which brought home a well-known Star Wars trope. Offering all kinds of twists and turns that led to a happy ending, the show however featured some of the most dark and dangerous moments, through its course. But the one aspect that drew attention was the subtle head nod to George Lucas’ legacy.

A still from Star Wars: The Bad Batch (Image via Disney Plus)

Implementing one of the most iconic Star Wars tropes in Crosshair’s storyline in the season finale, Star Wars: The Bad Batch remade the famous Mark Hamill scene from the original films. Yes, we’re talking about the meaningful hand-loss scene that serves almost as a tradition in the Star Wars universe.

The Bad Batch Repeated the Famous Star Wars Storyline

The Disney+ animated television series, Star Wars: The Bad Batch,...

Finally, Disney+’s Star Wars: The Bad Batch has its priorities sorted.

The first two seasons’ cameo-heavy Mission of the Week format quickly grew stale, but as creator Dave Filoni, supervising director Brad Rau and head writer Jennifer Corbett disappeared deeper into their Disney-sponsored sandbox, it became clear that this wasn’t merely a graveyard of shameless walk-backs or desperate reinforcements of messy canon. The Bad Batch was always about underdogs, about displaced war heroes struggling to survive in a galaxy that has no need for them.

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This article contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" season 3, episode 15, "The Cavalry Has Arrived."

"The Cavalry Has Arrived" is a fitting title for the end of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," the animated series that was as much a continuation of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" as it was its own distinct show. Revolving around the genetically altered Clone Force 99, as first introduced in "The Clone Wars," "The Bad Batch" spent three seasons offering us a window into the plight of clones in the days and years following the creation of the Empire and how these particular clones were able to carve their niche in the galaxy. One of the key motivators for this group of former Republic special forces is Omega. She's a special clone and vital to the Emperor's plans to clone himself should something happen to him. Her blood seems to be the only sample...