The new animated series of the Star Wars franchise, “Maul – Lord of the Shadows”, received a perfect critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with 100% approval based on 11 reviews. The project, conceived by Dave Filoni, president of Lucasfilm, features Sam Witwer and award‑winning Wagner Moura as the main voice cast. Set after the events of “Star Wars: The Clone Wars”, the storyline follows the former Sith lord and his entourage as they try to establish themselves in the underworld of the Galactic Empire. The first two episodes are already available on Disney+, and the rest will be released weekly on Mondays at 04:00 (Brasília time).
Critics highlight the quality of the animation, the character development, and the fidelity to the universe created by George Lucas. Wagner Moura, a Golden Globe winner, makes his voice‑acting debut in the saga, bringing even more prestige to the cast.
The series promises to expand Maul’s narrative, exploring his dark past and his struggle for survival in a setting dominated by the Empire. Fans can follow the news and full reviews on the major pop‑culture sites.
