In a galaxy not so far away — in fact, just a few clicks away — Star Wars Rebels is making a surprising new journey: straight onto YouTube via the official Star Wars Kids channel.
That’s right. One of the best animated entries in the Star Wars universe is now streaming free, episode by episode, for anyone who wants to watch daring Jedi escapes, high-flying space battles, and the galaxy’s sassiest droid.
There’s no need for a Disney+ subscription to enjoy this classic… although you will need a little patience, because it’s being uploaded slowly. Think of it as the Jedi way of teaching you patience through streaming.
Where Can You Watch Star Wars Rebels for Free?
The full episodes of Star Wars Rebels are being uploaded directly to the Star Wars Kids YouTube Channel.
And before you ask — no, this isn’t just a 30-second clip labeled “full episode.” These are real episodes, sometimes split into smaller parts to fit the platform’s family-friendly structure.
A few things to know:
- New episodes are rolling out gradually, not all at once.
- The uploads are primarily aimed at younger audiences, but they are the original episodes you know and love.
- The quality is high enough that even a picky Loth-cat would approve.
So if you’ve been looking for a reason to rewatch Ezra’s awkward Padawan days or see Thrawn make everyone’s life significantly worse, now’s your chance.
What Is Star Wars Rebels About Anyway?
If you’re new to Rebels, here’s the quick rundown:
- Set between Episode III and Episode IV, Rebels follows the ragtag crew of the Ghost — including Jedi survivor Kanan Jarrus, Force-sensitive street rat Ezra Bridger, ace pilot Hera Syndulla, grumpy droid Chopper, Mandalorian warrior Sabine Wren, and Zeb, the Lasat muscle.
- Together, they wage small but meaningful battles against the Empire, laying the early groundwork for what would become the Rebel Alliance.
- Expect emotional storytelling, thrilling battles, character arcs that punch you in the feels, and more than one cameo from Clone Wars and Original Trilogy characters.
In short, it’s one of the best-kept treasures in the Star Wars canon — now becoming even more accessible.
Why Are the Episodes Being Uploaded Slowly?
The Star Wars Kids channel primarily targets a younger audience, so they tend to space content out to avoid overwhelming viewers (and their parents’ data plans).
Plus, rolling episodes out week by week builds excitement — and it’s not like Star Wars is a stranger to the concept of cliffhangers. (Cough Empire Strikes Back cough.)
On the bright side, this slow release gives new viewers time to savor each episode and returning fans a chance to rediscover why Rebels is so beloved — without trying to binge 75 episodes in one hyperspace jump.
Want to Own Star Wars Rebels Entirely? Here’s How
If patience isn’t your strong suit — or if you just want the full adventure sitting safely on your shelf like a Jedi holocron — you can grab the complete Star Wars Rebels collection.
Order the complete Star Wars Rebels series on Amazon here!
Perfect for collectors, binge-watchers, or anyone who just really wants to see Grand Admiral Thrawn’s blue menace in high-definition without buffering.
Final Thoughts: A New Way to Join the Rebellion
Watching Star Wars Rebels for free on YouTube is a perfect entry point for those who missed it the first time around — and a lovely rewatch option for longtime travelers of the galaxy far, far away.
Whether you’re meeting Ezra and the Ghost crew for the first time or reliving their battles with the Empire, there’s never been a better (or cheaper) time to jump into the story that so perfectly bridges the Prequels and the Original Trilogy.
Just be ready: Rebels starts out light and fun… and then hits you right in the heart faster than a TIE fighter ambush.
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