Could the 4th be with you!
Like its animated predecessor, “Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi,” that absorbing anthology which first debuted on Disney+ again in October of 2022, a brand new assortment of brief animation gems taken from the point-of-view of two characters seduced by darkish Imperial influences marches onto the Home of Mouse’s streaming platform at this time as a part of the geekiest of holidays, Star Wars Day.
As a substitute of that earlier venture’s concentrate on a youthful Ahsoka Tano and Rely Dooku previous to his anointment as a Sith Lord, “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” presents the backstories of Nightsister and Admiral Thrawn ally Morgan Elsbeth alongside the parallel path of the Power-sensitive Mirialan named Barriss Offee and her complicated previous following the rejection of her Jedi coaching.
This is the official synopsis:
“Journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire by the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths, set throughout totally different eras. After shedding every little thing, younger Morgan Elsbeth navigates the increasing Imperial world towards a path of vengeance, whereas former Jedi Barriss Offee does what she should to outlive a quickly altering galaxy. The alternatives they make will outline their destinies.”
Take a look at these two sneak peek clips for “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” under!
The primary one, titled “Alternative,” exhibits Barriss Offee being offered with one probability to flee a lifetime of imprisonment.
The second, labeled “Keep Again,” options the menacing Common Grievous dealing with off along with his whirling lightsabers towards a deadly coven of Nightsisters.
The collection’ six “Star Wars” shorts showcase an up to date “Clone Wars” animation aesthetic that initiatives an excellent higher polish and extra austere tone than that nostalgic collection, with vocal expertise that features Diana Lee Inosanto as Morgan Elsbeth, Meredith Salenger as Barriss Offee, Rya Kihlstedt as Lyn, aka Fourth Sister, Wing T. Chao as Wing, Lars Mikkelsen as Thrawn, Jason Isaacs as Grand Inquisitor, and Matthew Wooden as Common Grievous.
“Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” launches completely on Disney+ on Could 4, 2024.