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Star Wars: Maul Premieres as Franchise's Highest-Rated Series

4/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord premiered on Disney+, achieving the franchise's highest-rated status.
The series follows Darth Maul as he seeks revenge and rebuilds his crime syndicate on Janix.
The release schedule debuts two episodes weekly, totaling ten episodes in the first season.
Maul has dropped the 'Darth' title to mark departure from Sith identity.
Sam Witwer provides Maul's voice, with a second season already confirmed.

History

Historical Context

Released on May 19, 1999, "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace" marked the beginning of the prequel trilogy, introducing Darth Maul and grossing over $1 billion worldwide. This film set the stage for Anakin Skywalker's tragic arc, reflecting themes of moral ambiguity and character depth that continue to influence modern storytelling, as seen in the series "Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord."

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Story summary

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord premiered on Disney+, achieving the franchise's highest-rated status.
The series follows Darth Maul as he seeks revenge and rebuilds his crime syndicate on Janix.
The release schedule debuts two episodes weekly, totaling ten episodes in the first season.
Maul has dropped the 'Darth' title to mark departure from Sith identity.
Sam Witwer provides Maul's voice, with a second season already confirmed.

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