Today marks Star Wars Day, and fans have a special treat with the release of a new animated series, "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld." This series delves into the shadowy lives of Asajj Ventress, a skilled assassin, and Cad Bane, a notorious bounty hunter, as they navigate the treacherous underworld of the Star Wars universe. As the third installment in the "Tales of" anthology series, following "Tales of the Jedi" and "Tales of the Empire," it promises to expand on the rich narratives established by Dave Filoni in the "Clone Wars" series. If you're eager to dive into fresh Star Wars content this weekend, here's everything you need to know.
Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld - Where to Stream
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"Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld" is exclusively available on Disney+. While a virtual watch party for the first two episodes was held in Fortnite on Friday, Disney+ remains the sole platform for streaming the entire series. As the primary streaming service for all Star Wars content, given Disney's ownership of Lucasfilm, it's your go-to destination for this new adventure.
If you're not yet subscribed to Disney+, there are several cost-saving options at your disposal. The best value is the Disney+, Hulu, Max bundle, which combines these three services into one comprehensive package. Additionally, Disney+ offers various bundles if you're looking for more than just a standalone service.
Tales of the Underworld Episodes
Unlike many other major Star Wars series, "Tales of the Underworld" releases all episodes at once. With a total of six episodes, you can start binge-watching immediately.
- Episode 1 - "A Way Forward"
- Episode 2 - "Friends"
- Episode 3 - TBA
- Episode 4 - TBA
- Episode 5 - TBA
- Episode 6 - TBA
What Is It About?
If you're new to the main characters of this series, consider watching some of the best episodes of "Clone Wars" to get acquainted. Here's a brief synopsis from Disney+:
"Enter the galaxy’s dangerous underworld in this six-episode journey through the experiences of two iconic villains. Former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend, now a Marshal on the opposite side of the law."
