With Star Wars characters jumping back and forth between live-action and animation, some of you might be wondering where to start when it comes to watching the animated shows, especially if you want a more well-rounded understanding of the saga and how things connect with each other.
Just like the Star Wars feature films, there isn’t a strict way to go about it and methods vary from person to person. Since the shows mainly exist to expand upon events seen in the movies and explore stories surrounding new characters, you can start anywhere and work your way backward or forward in the timeline.
What makes the idea of jumping into the animated shows even more approachable is the fact that each show was created with new audiences in mind. They’re made to entice new fans of all ages and grow viewership, so you won’t feel clueless about what’s going on at any given point.
So where should you start? The first thing you need is a subscription to the Disney+ streaming service. There, you’ll find a vast library of Star Wars content with plenty more to come in the future. If you’re already a dedicated subscriber, start thinking about what you’re in the mood to watch. Do you want to learn more about the Clone War? Are you interested in the Imperial age? Or are you looking for something taking place in the original or sequel eras?
Where to start with the Star Wars animated shows?
If you’re unsure where to begin and you’re more interested in watching every full-length animated show available, there are two simple and common methods. You can either watch the animated shows in chronological order or by release date.
If you prefer to watch the shows in chronological order, starting with those centered around the prequel trilogy, this is the list for you:
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008-2020)
- Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021)
- Droids (1985-1986)
- Star Wars Rebels (2014-2018)
- Ewoks (1986-1987)
- Star Wars Resistance (2018-2020)
When diving into Star Wars: The Clone Wars, you also have the choice of watching the series either chronologically or by release date.
If you’re the kind of person who enjoys watching content based on when it was released, structure your viewing based on this list:
- Droids (1985-1986)
- Ewoks (1986-1987)
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2008-2020)
- Star Wars Rebels (2014-2018)
- Star Wars Resistance (2018-2020)
- Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021)
Regardless of the method you choose, you’ll come away with a greater and deeper understanding of the Star Wars universe. And once you complete your journey through the shows, you’ll be happy to know more Star Wars animated content is on the way.
Until then, make sure to also watch the micro-series (such as Genndy Tartakovsky’s Clone Wars and Forces of Destiny) and LEGO Star Wars shows (like LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures and LEGO Star Wars: All-Stars) to further enhance your viewing experience.
Find the Star Wars animated shows and more on the Disney+ streaming service.