Star Wars’ Best Show in Years Is Officially the No. 1 Title on Disney+ in the World

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A critically acclaimed animated series from the Star Wars universe is now the most popular show on Disney+, topping streaming charts worldwide.

As of April 23, 2026, Maul — Shadow Lord is the most popular TV show on Disney+ worldwide, according to data from FlixPatrol. The series has been #1 in the United States since April 18th, and is also currently topping charts in Canada and Germany. This success comes just weeks after the show premiered on April 6th, with new episodes being released weekly until May 4th.

Maul – Shadow Lord Explores The Fan-Favorite Character’s Journey

The Maul – Shadow Lord series is an animated Star Wars show created by David Filoni, the president and creative chief of Lucasfilm, for Disney+. Set after The Clone Wars, the series follows Maul as he attempts to rebuild his criminal organization and find a new learner during the time of the Galactic Empire.

Sam Witwer, known for his work in The Clone Wars and other Star Wars projects, stars in Maul – Shadow Lord. The series premiered on April 6th with two episodes, and a new episode has been released each week since. So far, six of the ten planned episodes have aired, and the first season is scheduled to finish on May 4th – a date many Star Wars fans celebrate as Star Wars Day.

With the season finale approaching, now is a great time for Star Wars fans to start watching the new series. “Maul – Shadow Lord” has received excellent reviews from both critics and audiences. Critics have given it a 98% “Certified Fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 40 reviews, and viewers have awarded it an 89% rating based on over 250 reviews.

According to Rotten Tomatoes, Maul — Shadow Lord offers a fascinating exploration of a beloved character. Critics also praise the series for demonstrating that the Star Wars story can continue to be told brilliantly through dynamic and visually captivating animation.

Viewers also loved the show, especially its complicated but compelling main character, and many believe it’s a strong step forward for the series. The animation has received widespread acclaim, with some fans calling it the best-looking Star Wars animated show ever made.

Lucasfilm Quickly Announces a Second Season for Maul – Shadow Lord

Though the first season of Maul — Shadow Lord won’t be released until Star Wars Day, fans are already excited about what’s coming for the former Sith lord. Early in April, the official Star Wars website revealed that a sequel was already being planned.

Jamie Parker recently lauded the show, declaring it the best Star Wars series of the last ten years. He described Maul — Shadow Lord as a visually striking and intense adventure that will set the standard for future Star Wars TV shows. Viewers appear to share his enthusiasm, as the show remains a global hit.

Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord is now streaming on Disney+.

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2026-04-23 20:07