Disney has commissioned a second season of the new animated series ahead of the first season premiere.
- October 3, 2014
AceShowbiz -
"Star Wars Rebels" is going to last for at least two seasons. Disney Channels Worldwide President and Chief Creative Officer Gary Marsh has announced that they order a second season of the new animated series even before the first season premieres on Disney XD.
"The global expectations for this series could not have been any higher," Marsh says, "And I am proud to say that the team at Lucasfilm has delivered something that has surpassed even that incredibly high bar - artistically and thematically."
Lucasfilm VP of Creative Development, Kiri Hart, adds, "We all love making 'Rebels,' so we couldn't be happier that it's moving into a second season. Our fantastic creative team is dreaming up new stories for the crew of the Ghost that will expand their experience of the galaxy and deepen their heroes' journeys. The fan response to the show has been amazing, humbling and inspiring. We're looking forward to the adventure ahead."
"Star Wars Rebels" will be first introduced via a television movie, "Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion", on October 3 at 9 P.M. ET/PT on Disney Channel and Monday, October 6 8 P.M. ET/PT on Disney XD. The series will start airing Monday, October 13 at 9 P.M. ET/PT on Disney XD.
The new animated series takes place between "Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith" and "Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope" as the Empire tightens its grip on the galaxy and a rebellion begins to form. Taylor Gray and Freddie Prinze Jr. are among the voice cast.
