The upcoming animated series Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord has been announced by Lucasfilm. This Disney+ series is from the Star Wars world, which delves into the life of Darth Maul between his emergence in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. Keep reading to know more about Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord.Here is everything about Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord View this post on Instagram Instagram PostCrafted by Lucasfilm's Dave Filoni, the forthcoming animated series Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord explores the time when the galaxy is in an unbalanced state, during the beginning of the Galactic Empire. We look into the journey of how Darth Maul strives to reestablish his reign after forfeiting the Sith and his nefarious kingdom.Usually, the films and series of the franchise delve into the journey of the Jedi, but this time, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord will take a closer look into the galaxy of Star Wars. We look into how Maul, in the veil of obscurity, is functioning to rise in power in the galaxy.Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord takes place before Star Wars Rebels begins, and after The Clone Wars ends. So in this series, we get a detailed insight into Maul's course of actions that lead to becoming what he is in Star Wars Rebels.We all know Maul to be one of the well-known villainous figures in the franchise. In this series, we get to know more about his feelings, his objectives, and motives behind his actions that shape his story, character, and identity. This series could mostly likely help us understand where his lust for power, his rage, and his mission, is rooted in.Darth Maul shall be voiced once again by none other than the OG Sam Witwer, who has previously given him a voice in multiple Star Wars films and series. This series will also echo the visual style of the other animated series of the franchise, including The Bad Batch and The Clone Wars. But this particular series is going to be murkier than the others, and hence it is suitable for the late teens and adult audience. Given theThe creator of the series, Dave Filoni, has previously made The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett and Ahsoka. Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord is penned by Matt Michnovetz. The executive producers of the series are Athena Yvette Portillo, Dave Filoni, Matt Michnovetz and Brad Rau. Michnovetz is penning the series, and Rau is serving as the animation director.The series shall stream on Disney+ this year, in 2026. Here is a brief guide for you regarding its subscription plans:If you wish to avoid ads, you can opt for the Disney+ Premium plan. It costs up to $18.99 per month and $189.99 per year.For the basic ad included plan, it charges up to $11.99 per month.If you wish to go for an ad-free Disney Bundle, it includes ESPN+ (ESPN Select) and Hulu for $29.99 per month.The same bundle, but with ads included, you have to pay up to $19.99 per month.Stay tuned for more such stories at Soap Central!Also read: Star Wars spin-offs: Every show and film that expands the universe