Disney Channel’sStar Wars Forces of Destinyrecently offeredStar Warsfans new insight into the daily lives of Rey, Jyn Erso, Sabine Wren, Princess Leia, Ahsoka Tano and Padmé Amidala. But if you wanted more animated adventures, you’re in luck! Two new half-hour specials, featuring a total of eight never-before-seen installments, will showcase compilations of the popular animated shorts featuring the leading ladies as well as new episodes including Han Solo, Hera Syndulla, Finn, Maz Kanata and many others.
The first half-hour special debuts Sunday, October 1st at8:00 p.m. ET/PT, followed by the second on Sunday, October 29th at8:00 p.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel and the Disney Channel App. With the first eight installments launching digitally, these new shorts will also launch on Disney YouTube following the Channel special. For more on the original run from the series' writerJennifer Muro, be sure to read up onmy interview hereand follow along with her onTwitter!
Check out the new trailer below:
Developed by Lucasfilm Animation, “Star Wars Forces of Destiny” showcases how choices both big and small shaped the destinies of beloved characters. Talent from across “Star Wars” films and animated TV series reprise their roles - Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Lupita Nyong’o, Felicity Jones, Tiya Sircar, Ashley Eckstein, Vanessa Marshall, Catherine Taber and Matt Lanter among others.
“Star Wars Forces of Destiny” will also continue to be supported by global product extensions, such as Adventure Figures and role-play from Hasbro, apparel exclusive to Target and books and comics.
Are you a fan? Be sure to let us know in the comments! And if you need to get caught up onStar Wars Forces of Destinyso far, take a look at the following videos:
