Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld
Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld
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Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld

"Return to a galaxy outside the law."

7.3
Yr 2025
Status Ended
Animation Sci-Fi & Fantasy Crime Action & Adventure Drama
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Series Brief

Overview

Two outlaws must navigate the galaxy's dangerous underworld as they chart their destinies.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 70 /100

Critics generally view Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld as a decent if somewhat uneven addition to the animated franchise. While reviewers found the six-episode season entertaining, several described it as an inconsistent experience and considered it a weaker entry compared to prior Tales series.

The consensus heavily favors Cad Bane's storyline, with reviewers praising its spaghetti-western homage and compelling character development. In contrast, Asajj Ventress's arc faced criticism for failing to deliver a satisfying resolution or fully justifying her return. Despite narrative missteps, critics almost universally applauded the show's breathtaking animation, visual polish, and technical achievements.

“The animation is frequently jaw-dropping, and the compelling characterization of Cad Bane practically saves the entire show”

“Tales of the Underworld looks even better than The Bad Batch and the other Tales series, with absolutely stunning textures, lighting, and water physics.”

“While these six episodes were entertaining, they are my least favorite out of all the Tales series.”

“Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld has once again elevated the standard of Star Wars animation.”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Disney Plus
US • CA • UK
Why fans love it

Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld presents a jagged corner of the galaxy where survival often requires an audacious streak. This 2025 miniseries moves away from the grand conflicts of its movie roots, turning instead to the grit of a criminal underworld. The tone is assertive and uncompromising, focusing on characters whose egos drive their choices as often as their survival instincts do.

The animation style brings a sharp visual identity to these dangerous encounters. Nika Futterman leads a cast that leans into the morally ambiguous nature of the storytelling. By centering on individual ambition rather than galactic wars, the show offers a rare grounded perspective within the larger franchise. It remains a distinct experiment in animation and action that prioritizes character friction over cosmic stakes.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 28
Regulars 8
Longest run 3 eps
Nika Futterman
Nika Futterman
as Asajj Ventress (voice)
3 episodes
Tudi Roche
Tudi Roche
as Cort (voice)
1 episode
Daniel Ross
as Inquisitor (voice)
1 episode
Barbara Goodson
Barbara Goodson
as Mother Talzin (voice)
1 episode
Al Rodrigo
Al Rodrigo
as Quinlan Vos (voice)
1 episode
Lane Factor
Lane Factor
as Lyco Strata (voice)
3 episodes
David Acord
David Acord
as C-21 Highsinger / Imperial Tech #4 (voice)
1 episode
Steve Blum
Steve Blum
as Smuggler / Stormtrooper (voice)
2 episodes
Show 20 more
Matthew Wood as Imperial Tech #2 (voice) 1 episode Clare Grant as Latts Razzi (voice) 1 episode David W. Collins as Blik / Kingpin / Service Droid (voice) 3 episodes Tony Amendola as Grandfather (voice) 1 episode Ellie Araiza as Granddaughter (voice) 1 episode Dee Bradley Baker as Raider #2 / Raider Elder (voice) 1 episode AJ LoCascio as Colby / Shopkeeper (voice) 1 episode Philip Anthony-Rodriguez as Gangster / Lazlo (Tall Man) (voice) 2 episodes Helen Sadler as Imperial Tech #3 (voice) 2 episodes Vanessa Marshall as Mother / New Reporter (voice) 1 episode Eric Lopez as Niro (voice) 1 episode Dawn-Lyen Gardner as Arin (voice) 1 episode Corey Burton as Cad Bane / Police Droid (voice) 2 episodes Imari Williams as Lawman (voice) 1 episode Artt Butler as Niro (voice) 2 episodes Oscar Camacho as Deputy (voice) 1 episode Michael Bell as Dock Worker (voice) 1 episode Idris Keith as Isaac (voice) 1 episode Gwendoline Yeo as Mayor (voice) 1 episode Jason Hightower as Tay Grutty / Town Council Member #1 (voice) 1 episode
Production Board

Crew

Original Music Composer
Sean Kiner Deana Kiner Kevin Kiner
Original Casting
Lindsay Halper
Sound Editor
Bill Rudolph Kevin Bolen
Online Editor
Michael Parkinson
Dialogue Editor
Chris Cirino Carlos Sotolongo Bobby Garza Kevin A. Hart
Post-Production Manager
Joanna Goldfarb
Sound Designer
Michael Brinkman
Associate Editor
Tarek Karkoutly
Director
Saul Ruiz Steward Lee
Lead Editor
Nicolas Anastassiou
Co-Executive Producer
Josh Rimes
Executive Producer
Athena Yvette Portillo Dave Filoni
Supervising Sound Editor
David W. Collins
Characters
George Lucas
Original Film Writer
George Lucas
Animation
Gregory Verreault
Editor
Alex Rawlings
Foley Supervisor
Frank Rinella
Creator
Dave Filoni
Other
Dave Filoni
Story
Dave Filoni
Writer
Matt Michnovetz
Signal Match

Similarity

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Keyword Cloud

Keywords

miniseries criminal underworld based on movie egotistical assertive audacious
Technical Sheet

Details

First Aired
May 04, 2025
Status
Ended
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
131