Every ‘Star Wars’ TV Show in Order

The ‘Star Wars’ franchise has expanded far beyond the silver screen, delivering decades of rich galactic storytelling through television. From early animated adventures in the mid-1980s to groundbreaking live-action streaming productions, television has served as a vital medium for exploring the lore of a galaxy far, far away. Examining these series in chronological order of their premiere dates illustrates how Lucasfilm has broadened its narrative tapestry across different eras and formats. Here is every official ‘Star Wars’ television series listed in release order.

‘Star Wars: Droids’ (1985–1986)

Originally broadcast on ABC, ‘Droids’ follows the adventures of R2-D2 and C-3PO before the events of the original ‘Star Wars’ film trilogy. The animated series depicts the two iconic droids as they encounter various masters, space pirates, and galactic criminals across the galaxy. Sound designer Ben Burtt and writer Peter Sauder contributed significantly to developing the narrative arcs across its thirteen regular episodes and one television special. Anthony Daniels reprised his role as the voice of C-3PO throughout the entire production run.

‘Ewoks’ (1985–1986)

‘Ewoks’ is an animated television series centered on the daily lives and adventures of the Ewok tribe on the forest moon of Endor. Set prior to the events of ‘Return of the Jedi’, the narrative primarily focuses on the youthful protagonist Wicket W. Warrick and his companions. The show explores the culture of the Ewoks as they defend their village from rivals such as the Duloks and the Witch Tulgah. Produced by Nelvana and Lucasfilm, the series aired for two seasons comprising twenty-six total episodes on ABC.

‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’ (2008–2020)

Supervised by Dave Filoni, ‘The Clone Wars’ chronicles the galactic conflict fought between the Galactic Republic and the Confederacy of Independent Systems. The animated series expands on the prequel era by following Jedi Knights Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi alongside Anakin’s new apprentice, Ahsoka Tano. Premiering in 2008 following a theatrical feature film, the production ran on Cartoon Network, Netflix, and Disney+ across seven seasons. The show introduced pivotal lore, including the fate of Captain Rex and the resurgence of Darth Maul.

‘Star Wars Rebels’ (2014–2018)

Set fourteen years after the fall of the Galactic Republic, ‘Rebels’ documents the birth of the broader rebellion against the Galactic Empire. The plot revolves around the crew of the starship Ghost, featuring Jedi survivor Kanan Jarrus and his Force-sensitive apprentice Ezra Bridger. The animated series aired on Disney XD for four seasons, introducing Grand Admiral Thrawn into modern franchise continuity. The storyline directly connects the prequel era to the events of ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ and ‘A New Hope’.

‘Star Wars Resistance’ (2018–2020)

‘Resistance’ is an anime-inspired animated series created by Dave Filoni that explores the era leading up to ‘The Force Awakens’. The story centers on Kazuda Xiono, a young New Republic pilot recruited by Poe Dameron to spy on the First Order aboard the Colossus refueling platform. Throughout its two seasons on Disney XD and Disney Channel, the narrative highlights the rising threat of the First Order from the perspective of starfighter racers and mechanics. The series concluded its run in January 2020 after forty-one total episodes.

‘The Mandalorian’ (2019–Present)

Created by Jon Favreau, ‘The Mandalorian’ launched as the first live-action television series in the franchise on Disney+. Set five years after ‘Return of the Jedi’, the plot follows a solitary bounty hunter named Din Djarin navigating the outer reaches of the galaxy. Din Djarin’s mission changes dramatically when he chooses to protect a Force-sensitive child named Grogu from Imperial remnants. The series utilized groundbreaking StageCraft virtual production technology and expanded the live-action franchise into multiple interconnected spin-offs.

‘Star Wars: The Bad Batch’ (2021–2024)

‘The Bad Batch’ follows Clone Force 99, an elite squad of clone commandos with unique genetic mutations, navigating the immediate aftermath of the Clone Wars. Developed by Dave Filoni and Jennifer Corbett, the animated series depicts the squad’s decision to defect from the newly formed Galactic Empire to protect a young clone named Omega. The narrative examines the transition from clone troopers to stormtroopers alongside the rise of Imperial authoritarian control. The series ran for three seasons on Disney+, concluding its story arc in May 2024.

‘Star Wars: Visions’ (2021–Present)

‘Visions’ is an animated anthology series featuring non-canonical short films produced by leading animation studios from across the globe. The first volume highlighted diverse Japanese anime studios, including Kamikaze Douga, Studio Trigger, and Production I.G. The second volume expanded its scope to international animation houses from countries such as South Africa, Chile, the United Kingdom, and South Korea. Each standalone episode presents unique interpretations of the mythology, aesthetic, and themes of the franchise.

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ (2021–2022)

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ is a live-action spin-off series focusing on the famed bounty hunter Boba Fett and master assassin Fennec Shand. The storyline follows the duo as they seize control of the criminal empire on Tatooine once ruled by Jabba the Hutt. Temuera Morrison and Ming-Na Wen star as the leads, reprising their respective roles from previous live-action installments. The seven-episode limited series aired on Disney+ and included narrative bridges directly connecting to ‘The Mandalorian’.

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ (2022)

Directed by Deborah Chow, ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ is a six-part live-action limited series set a decade after the events of ‘Revenge of the Sith’. Ewan McGregor returns to the titular role as Obi-Wan watches over young Luke Skywalker while living in exile on Tatooine. The Jedi Master is drawn out of hiding on a mission to rescue a young Princess Leia Organa from Imperial Inquisitors. Hayden Christensen also reprised his role as Darth Vader, leading to dramatic confrontations between the former master and apprentice.

‘Andor’ (2022–Present)

Created by Tony Gilroy, ‘Andor’ serves as a serialized political espionage prequel to the 2016 film ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’. The series follows Cassian Andor, portrayed by Diego Luna, as he transforms from a cynical thief into a committed rebel operative. The storyline portrays the systemic oppression of the Galactic Empire alongside the intricate machinations of early rebellion cells. The acclaimed first season aired twelve episodes on Disney+ in 2022.

‘Star Wars: Tales’ (2022–Present)

Created by Dave Filoni, ‘Tales’ is an animated anthology series presented in short-format storytelling on Disney+. The initial installment, ‘Tales of the Jedi’, premiered in 2022 and contrasted the distinct life paths of Count Dooku and Ahsoka Tano. The follow-up installment, ‘Tales of the Empire’, released in 2024 to explore the dark trajectories of Morgan Elsbeth and former Jedi Barriss Offee. The series utilizes the signature animation style established in ‘The Clone Wars’ to highlight critical moments in character backstories.

‘Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures’ (2023–Present)

‘Young Jedi Adventures’ is an animated television series aimed at preschool and elementary-aged audiences. Set during the High Republic era centuries before the Skywalker saga, the plot follows Jedi younglings Kai Brightstar, Lys Solay, and Nubs. The young protagonists study the ways of the Force under Master Yoda and explore the galaxy aboard their ship alongside pilot Nash Durango. The show debuted on Disney Junior and Disney+ in May 2023 to introduce young viewers to the core values of the Jedi Order.

‘Ahsoka’ (2023–Present)

Developed by Dave Filoni, ‘Ahsoka’ follows former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to the vulnerable New Republic. Rosario Dawson stars as the titular hero alongside live-action iterations of characters originally introduced in ‘Rebels’, including Sabine Wren and Hera Syndulla. The narrative centers on the search for the missing Ezra Bridger and the anticipated return of Grand Admiral Thrawn from an extra-galactic exile. The eight-episode first season premiered on Disney+ in August 2023.

‘The Acolyte’ (2024)

Created by Leslye Headland, ‘The Acolyte’ is a mystery-thriller series set during the final days of the High Republic era. The plot investigates a series of shocking Jedi murders that reunite a respected Jedi Master with a dangerous warrior from his past. Starring Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae, the series explores dark side powers emerging at the height of the Jedi Order’s prominence. The eight-episode series concluded its broadcast run on Disney+ in July 2024.

‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ (2024–2025)

Created by Jon Watts and Christopher Ford, ‘Skeleton Crew’ is a coming-of-age live-action television series set in the New Republic era. The story follows four ordinary children who make a surprising discovery on their home planet and end up lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy. Jude Law stars as Jod Na Nawood, a mysterious Force-user who crosses paths with the young wanderers as they attempt to navigate home. The series premiered on Disney+ in December 2024 with eight episodes running through January 2025.

Share your favorite ‘Star Wars’ television series and tell us which era of the galaxy you enjoy exploring most in the comments.