Star Wars is poised for a major reset in 2026 with three pivotal releases: The Mandalorian & Grogu movie on May 22, directed by Jon Favreau and starring Pedro Pascal; Ahsoka season 2, escalating with Grand Admiral Thrawn and Mortis Gods ties; and the animated Maul: Shadow Lord series, exploring Darth Maul’s post-Palpatine criminal empire voiced by Sam Witwer. These projects aim to rebuild fan trust in the New Republic Era through character-focused narratives, avoiding canon overhauls while setting up Dave Filoni’s culminating film. Additional 2026 content includes the game Galactic Racer and non-canonical Star Wars Visions like The Ninth Jedi. Under Filoni and Lynwen Brennan’s leadership at Lucasfilm, this lineup promises renewed excitement and crossovers.

Explore the potential resurgence of Star Wars in 2026 with three highly anticipated releases: a Mandalorian movie, Ahsoka Season 2, and an animated series led by Darth Maul. This video delves into how these projects aim to reconnect with fans by focusing on beloved characters and deepening the lore within the New Republic timeline. Get insights on the planned theater returns, intriguing crossovers, and exciting villain arcs as Star Wars sets the stage for a new era of storytelling and hype.

Timestamps

00:00 2026: The Year Star Wars Resets
00:45 The Mandalorian and Grogu Hit Theaters
01:00 Ahsoka Season Two: Thrawn’s Comeback
01:11 Darth Maul’s Animated Series
01:32 The Bigger Picture: Franchise Reignition
01:44 Exploring New Republic Stories
01:55 Join the Star Wars Journey