Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld Coming to Disney+ May 4

isney+ is about to drop a new batch of animated chaos, and this time the spotlight isn’t on Jedi, Sith, or heroic rebellion—it’s on the other side of the galaxy. Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld arrives May 4, 2025, and it’s bringing six gritty shorts filled with bounty hunters, assassins, and morally flexible survivors trying to stay alive in the shadows of the Empire.

Yes, it’s still Star Wars. But with less hope, and more blasters.

🌀 What Is Tales of the Underworld?

Building on the anthology-style success of Tales of the Jedi, this new series dives into the darker corners of the galaxy. Tales of the Underworld trades lightsabers and senate speeches for vibroblades and back-alley deals. These stories explore what survival looks like when you’re not chosen by the Force, but still caught in the chaos it leaves behind.

The series features six animated shorts, each telling a different tale of betrayal, power, and a very loose understanding of galactic law.

🥷 Who’s Back? Ventress Lives Again

The big shocker here is the return of Asajj Ventress, the iconic ex-Sith, ex-Night Sister, and all-around overachiever in the “vengeful former assassin” category. Her reappearance in The Bad Batch Season 3 already had people buzzing, and now she’s getting a full story arc in Tales of the Underworld.

She’s on the run again (surprise), but this time, she’s joined by a mysterious new ally. Not much is known about this character, but considering her track record, it’s probably someone with at least three conflicting motivations and a really cool cloak.

🤠 Cad Bane Brings the Hat and the Heat

It wouldn’t be a Star Wars underworld story without Cad Bane, the hat-wearing, drawl-having bounty hunter who treats betrayal like a side hustle. He’s back and grappling with his past—specifically, a former friend who’s now a lawman.

It’s unclear whether this reunion will end with drinks or blaster bolts, but given Cad Bane’s history, it’s probably going to involve both.

🌌 Other Stories Teased

Lucasfilm has been pretty tight-lipped, but the official announcement dropped a few intriguing teasers:

A young Padawan trying to survive after Order 66
A mysterious red-bladed foe (yes, that’s as specific as it gets)
Other criminal and Force-adjacent characters navigating the wreckage of a post-Republic galaxy

If you’re hoping for morally gray storytelling with high animation quality and characters who don’t care what the Jedi Council thinks, this one’s aimed directly at you.

🎤 Voice Cast and Creative Team

The voice talent for Tales of the Underworld includes returning favorites and some fresh faces:

Nika Futterman as Asajj Ventress
Corey Burton as Cad Bane
Artt Butler, Lane Factor, AJ LoCascio, Clare Grant, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Eric Lopez

On the creative side:

Dave Filoni – Created and supervised the series
Matt Michnovetz – Writer
Athena Yvette Portillo, Carrie Beck – Executive Producers
Josh Rimes – Co-executive producer
Alex Spotswood – Senior producer

Yes, the same Filoni who keeps resurrecting characters and storylines people thought were long gone. If anyone can make the underworld feel like must-watch Star Wars, it’s him.

📆 When and Where to Watch

Release Date: May 4, 2025
Streaming On: Disney+
Format: Six standalone animated shorts
Run Time: TBD, but likely bite-sized brilliance (like Tales of the Jedi)

There’s no word yet on whether these shorts will connect to upcoming series like The Acolyte or Skeleton Crew, but knowing how Star Wars works, don’t rule out a few Easter eggs.

🎯 Final Thoughts

Tales of the Underworld looks like the Star Wars version of a midnight crime drama. It’s stylish, a little ruthless, and focused on characters who live in the moral shadows. With Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane leading the charge, this series has serious potential to expand the galaxy’s darker lore—and possibly break a few hearts along the way.

So grab your credits, holster your blaster, and maybe leave the lightsaber at home. The underworld’s calling—and it doesn’t care about your midichlorian count.

Source: StarWars.com: Tales of the Underworld Announcement

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