---
title: "Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/star-wars-maul-shadow-lord-2026"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 289219
imdb_id: "tt36594331"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 10
community_rating: 8.6
vote_count: 197
content_rating: "TV-PG"
---

# Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/star-wars-maul-shadow-lord-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord is a television series released in 2026. The narrative follows the character Maul as he navigates the period following the conclusion of the Clone Wars. The plot centers on his efforts to reconstruct his criminal syndicate. To achieve this objective, Maul focuses his operations on a specific planet that remains untouched by the influence of the Empire. The provided documentation regarding the series does not offer further details regarding the cast, production staff, or additional plot developments. While the term star appears in various scientific and administrative contexts, such as the study of luminous celestial bodies or the New York State property tax relief program, these references are unrelated to the production of this television series. This overview is limited strictly to the information provided in the official synopsis.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Maul attempts to resurrect his criminal empire in the aftermath of the Clone Wars."

### Why Watch
- focuses on a complex antagonist
- explores the criminal underworld

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited scope
- slow pacing
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains sequences of intense action and dark thematic elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, suspenseful, dark

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (10 Episodes)
Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord is a television series set after the events of "The Clone Wars." The series follows Maul as he plots to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire. On this planet, Maul crosses paths with a disillusioned young Jedi Padawan. The series is classified as an Action & Adventure, Animation, and Sci-Fi & Fantasy television show, rated TV-PG.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 10
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (30%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 7 (70%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Dave Filoni
- **Networks / Studios**: Disney+

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sam Witwer** as *Maul (voice)*
- **Dennis Haysbert** as *Master Eeko-Dio Daki (voice)*
- **Gideon Adlon** as *Devon Izara (voice)*
- **Richard Ayoade** as *Two-Boots (voice)*
- **Wagner Moura** as *Brander Lawson (voice)*
- **Vanessa Marshall** as *Rook Kast (voice)*
- **Chris Diamantopoulos** as *Looti Vario (voice)*
- **David W. Collins** as *Spybot (voice)*
- **Charlie Bushnell** as *Rylee Lawson (voice)*
- **Steve Blum** as *Icarus (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When does the series take place?
The story is set after the Clone Wars.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The series follows Maul.

### Q: What is Maul trying to do?
He is attempting to rebuild his criminal syndicate.

### Q: Where does the story occur?
The plot unfolds on a planet untouched by the Empire.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
The narrative centers on Maul's efforts to establish power in the criminal underworld.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Star - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star)
- [Star | Definition, Light, Names, & Facts | Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/science/star-astronomy)
- [Stars - NASA Science](https://science.nasa.gov/universe/stars/)
- [Star Symbol (★, ☆, ⚝) - Copy and Paste Text Symbols - Symbolsdb.com](https://symbolsdb.com/star-symbol)
- [What is a Star? Types, Life Cycle, and Fascinating Facts](https://www.sciencenewstoday.org/what-is-a-star-types-life-cycle-and-fascinating-facts)
- [Register for STAR or update your STAR registration](https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/star/)

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