Star Wars: The Clone Wars 2008
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Overview
Star Wars: The Clone Wars is an animated television series created by George Lucas. The show features Jedi Knights who lead the Grand Army of the Republic in combat against the droid forces of the Separatists. It aired on Cartoon Network for five seasons and later continued with an abridged sixth season released through Netflix. The series is set between the events of Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones and Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith. Voice actors include Tom Kane, Dee Bradley Baker, Matt Lanter, and James Arnold Taylor. The program expands on the conflict known as the Clone Wars within the Star Wars universe. It was produced as a continuation of the Star Wars saga, focusing on characters such as Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, and Mace Windu. The series combines action and adventure while exploring key events and battles from the galactic war. Its release history includes both network television and streaming platforms. The show contributes to the broader narrative of the Star Wars franchise through its animated storytelling format.
Should you watch it?
“Jedi Knights lead clone troopers in epic battles against the Separatist droid army.”
- Deep exploration of Jedi characters and their struggles
- High-quality animation and intense lightsaber battles
- Expansive Star Wars universe with new planets and species
- Some arcs may feel slow to casual viewers
You're a Star Wars fan wanting to see more of the Clone Wars era.
Suitable for teens and up; features war themes and mild sci-fi violence.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
- E1 Ambush Oct 3, 2008
- E2 Rising Malevolence Oct 3, 2008
- E3 Shadow of Malevolence Oct 10, 2008
- E4 Destroy Malevolence Oct 17, 2008
- E5 Rookies Oct 24, 2008
- E6 Downfall of a Droid Nov 7, 2008
- E7 Duel of the Droids Nov 14, 2008
- E8 Bombad Jedi Nov 21, 2008
- E9 Cloak of Darkness Dec 5, 2008
- E10 Lair of Grievous Dec 12, 2008
- E11 Dooku Captured Jan 2, 2009
- E12 The Gungan General Jan 9, 2009
- E13 Jedi Crash Jan 16, 2009
- E14 Defenders of Peace Jan 23, 2009
- E15 Trespass Jan 30, 2009
- E16 The Hidden Enemy Feb 6, 2009
- E17 Blue Shadow Virus Feb 13, 2009
- E18 Mystery of a Thousand Moons Feb 13, 2009
- E19 Storm Over Ryloth Feb 27, 2009
- E20 Innocents of Ryloth Mar 6, 2009
- E21 Liberty on Ryloth Mar 13, 2009
- E22 Hostage Crisis Mar 20, 2009
Season 2 · 22 episodes
- E1 Holocron Heist Oct 2, 2009
- E2 Cargo of Doom Oct 2, 2009
- E3 Children of the Force Oct 9, 2009
- E4 Senate Spy Oct 16, 2009
- E5 Landing at Point Rain Nov 4, 2009
- E6 Weapons Factory Nov 13, 2009
- E7 Legacy of Terror Nov 20, 2009
- E8 Brain Invaders Dec 4, 2009
- E9 Grievous Intrigue Jan 1, 2010
- E10 The Deserter Jan 1, 2010
- E11 Lightsaber Lost Jan 22, 2010
- E12 The Mandalore Plot Jan 29, 2010
- E13 Voyage of Temptation Feb 5, 2010
- E14 Duchess of Mandalore Feb 12, 2010
- E15 Senate Murders Mar 19, 2010
- E16 Cat and Mouse Mar 26, 2010
- E17 Bounty Hunters Apr 2, 2010
- E18 The Zillo Beast Apr 9, 2010
- E19 The Zillo Beast Strikes Back Apr 16, 2010
- E20 Death Trap Apr 23, 2010
- E21 R2 Come Home Apr 30, 2010
- E22 Lethal Trackdown Apr 30, 2010
Season 3 · 22 episodes
- E1 Clone Cadets Sep 17, 2010
- E2 ARC Troopers Sep 17, 2010
- E3 Supply Lines Sep 24, 2010
- E4 Sphere of Influence Oct 1, 2010
- E5 Corruption Oct 8, 2010
- E6 The Academy Oct 15, 2010
- E7 Assassin Oct 22, 2010
- E8 Evil Plans Nov 5, 2010
- E9 Hunt for Ziro Nov 12, 2010
- E10 Heroes on Both Sides Nov 19, 2010
- E11 Pursuit of Peace Dec 3, 2010
- E12 Nightsisters Jan 7, 2011
- E13 Monster Jan 14, 2011
- E14 Witches of the Mist Jan 21, 2011
- E15 Overlords Jan 28, 2011
- E16 Altar of Mortis Feb 4, 2011
- E17 Ghosts of Mortis Feb 11, 2011
- E18 The Citadel Feb 18, 2011
- E19 Counterattack Mar 4, 2011
- E20 Citadel Rescue Mar 11, 2011
- E21 Padawan Lost Mar 18, 2011
- E22 Wookiee Hunt Mar 25, 2011
Season 4 · 22 episodes
- E1 Water War Sep 16, 2011
- E2 Gungan Attack Sep 16, 2011
- E3 Prisoners Sep 23, 2011
- E4 Shadow Warrior Sep 30, 2011
- E5 Mercy Mission Oct 7, 2011
- E6 Nomad Droids Oct 14, 2011
- E7 Darkness on Umbara Oct 28, 2011
- E8 The General Nov 4, 2011
- E9 Plan of Dissent Nov 11, 2011
- E10 Carnage of Krell Nov 18, 2011
- E11 Kidnapped Nov 25, 2011
- E12 Slaves of the Republic Dec 2, 2011
- E13 Escape from Kadavo Jan 6, 2012
- E14 A Friend in Need Jan 13, 2012
- E15 Deception Jan 20, 2012
- E16 Friends and Enemies Jan 27, 2012
- E17 The Box Feb 3, 2012
- E18 Crisis on Naboo Feb 10, 2012
- E19 Massacre Feb 24, 2012
- E20 Bounty Mar 2, 2012
- E21 Brothers Mar 9, 2012
- E22 Revenge Mar 16, 2012
Season 5 · 20 episodes
- E1 Revival Sep 29, 2012
- E2 A War on Two Fronts Oct 6, 2012
- E3 Front Runners Oct 13, 2012
- E4 The Soft War Oct 20, 2012
- E5 Tipping Points Oct 27, 2012
- E6 The Gathering Nov 3, 2012
- E7 A Test of Strength Nov 10, 2012
- E8 Bound for Rescue Nov 17, 2012
- E9 A Necessary Bond Nov 24, 2012
- E10 Secret Weapons Dec 1, 2012
- E11 A Sunny Day in the Void Dec 8, 2012
- E12 Missing in Action Jan 5, 2013
- E13 Point of No Return Jan 12, 2013
- E14 Eminence Jan 19, 2013
- E15 Shades of Reason Jan 26, 2013
- E16 The Lawless Feb 2, 2013
- E17 Sabotage Feb 9, 2013
- E18 The Jedi Who Knew Too Much Feb 16, 2013
- E19 To Catch a Jedi Feb 23, 2013
- E20 The Wrong Jedi Mar 2, 2013
Frequently asked questions
Is this show part of the official Star Wars canon?
Yes, it is part of the official Star Wars canon.
Do I need to watch the movies first?
It helps to watch Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith first.
Is the show kid-friendly?
It is animated but deals with war and moral complexity.
How many seasons are there?
The show originally ran for several seasons with a final season released later.
Where can I watch it?
It is available on streaming platforms like Netflix and other services.