All Star Wars fans, get ready for the return of one of the galaxy’s most iconic villains. Lucasfilm just announced a brand-new animated series titled ‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’, set to premiere in 2026 — and the hype is real!
The series will dive deep into Darth Maul’s shadowy journey before the events of Star Wars: Rebels. But here’s the twist: Maul will be seen training a padawan — a storyline that has fans buzzing with a lot of questions. Is this redemption? Manipulation? Or something far darker?

Known for his rage, cunning, and tragic arc, Maul remains one of the franchise’s most layered characters. Shadow Lord promises to explore his complex motives, struggles, and inner demons — all while expanding the Star Wars universe in thrilling new ways.

2026 can’t come fast enough.