I know that all the Star Wars fans must be eagerly looking forward to the premiering of Ahsoka. It is a live-action limited series that continues the adventures of Ahsoka Tano, a former Jedi Padawan and apprentice to Anakin Skywalker.
The series serves as a continuation of the animated series Star Wars Rebels and is a spinoff from the popular show The Mandalorian. It will explore the galaxy after the fall of the empire and might introduce some new and old characters from the Universe.
So are you all ready to grab some interesting and intriguing details about this upcoming series that will take you on a ride of the galaxy?
What is the Release Date of Ahsoka?
The brain twister for one and all, is the release date of any movie. But this time the answer to this twister is confirmed and true. The movie Ahsoka is all set to premiere on August 22, 2023.
The first season of the series consists of eight episodes, and the first two episodes will release on the same day. The rest of the episodes will release until October 3. Also, it is expected that the series will have a runtime of around 40 minutes in each episode.
Even Dawson also revealed in an interview conducted by TODAY with Hoda & Jenna that the series will be released in the fall of this year. And asked them to keep a lookout for the series. Thus, it is confirmed that the series will be out on the aforesaid date.
Now, let’s shift our interest toward some more intriguing details of the series in the article below.
Who Will be Starring in Ahsoka?
You want me to spill the beans regarding the star cast of this upcoming mini-series which is a spin-off of star wars. Let’s start with the protagonist of the series, Ahsoka, who will be played by fans’ choice and their favorite Rosario Dawson. She will be reprising her role from The Mandalorian.
Thereafter, comes, Ashley Eckstein, will be appearing as a walk-on-persona in it. Also, she is the original voice actor for the character of Ahsoka. Also, Natasha Liu Bordizzo will be seen playing the role of Sabine Wren, a Mandalorian warrior.
Other cast members of the series include
- Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Hera Syndulla: she will be a Twi’lek rebel leader and Pilot
- Ray Stevenson will be seen as Baylan Skoll: He will be a ruthless bounty hunter in the story
- Ivanna Sakhno could feature as Shin Hati: A mysterious assassin in the series
- David Tennant will be playing the role of Huyang, who will be a droid architect in the series
- A master strategist and an Imperial officer, Grand Admiral Thrawn’s role will be played by Lars Mikkelsen
- Eman Esfandi, a Jedi Padawan and also a rebel leader, Ezra Bridger
- The role of a friend of Ahsoka and a clone trooper, Captain Rex will be managed by Temuera Morrison
- Diana Lee Inosanto can be seen as Morgan Elsbeth, a magistrate, and warlord
What is the Storyline of Ahsoka Season 1?
Ahsoka will continue the plot of Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an upcoming threat to the galaxy following the fall of the Empire. The series will also follow up the story established in Star Wars Rebels, where Ahsoka and Sabine went to find Ezra Bridger, who disappeared along with Thrawn during a space battle.
She will be facing some new enemies and allies along the way. And additionally, she might confront her past with Anakin Skywalker. The series is created and written by Dave Filoni, who co-created the character of Ahsoka Tano for the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
Filoni also serves as an executive producer and director for The Mandalorian and its spin-offs. He is considered to be one of the most influential figures in the Star Wars franchise, and a protege of George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars.
Has the Official Trailer for the Ahsoka Been Unveiled?
You will be amazed to know that the official trailer of the series was out on July 15, 2023, during Disney+’s Star Wars Day event. It featured some glimpses of Ahsoka’s journey across various planets. Also, it shared the encounter of Ahsoka with different characters, along with the use of her Force and Lightsabers.
In addition to this, you can also get some previews of a showdown between Ahsoka and Thrawn, as well as a voice-over from Anakin Skywalker. Check out the official trailer of Ahsoka.
Where to Stream Ahsoka?
No wonder, the series Ahsoka will be exclusively premiering on Disney+. The platform is presently accessible in more than 60 countries around the world. It is easily compatible with devices like smart TVs, streaming devices, game consoles, mobile devices, and browsers.
But for that, you will first have to subscribe to the platform. If you are willing to buy a one-month subscription then it will cost you $7.99 per month and if you are ready to buy a full-year subscription then you will have to pay $79.99 per year in the US.
Or you can go for a combined premium plan of Disney+ and Hulu and ESPN+ for $13.99 per month in the US.
Who is in the Making of Ahsoka?
The series Ahsoka is produced by Lucasfilm company which is behind all the Star Wars Films and shows. Also, the executive producer of the series is Jon Favreau who was responsible for the creation of the series The Mandalorian. He also serves as a showrunner and writer of that series.
In addition to this, he directed several other blockbuster series like Iron Man (2008) and The Lion King (2019). Carrie Beck and Colin Wilson were involved in the creation of The Mandalorian and its spin-offs, and are also the executive producer of the series. The series is filmed in Los Angeles with the technology called StageCraft.
The music for the series is composed by Kevin Kiner. He also composed the music for Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. In addition to this, Kiner incorporates themes from John Williams who is the legendary composer of the Star Wars films.
Conclusion
One of the most anticipated Star Wars shows of 2023, Ahsoka is all set to hit screens on August 22, 2023. It promises its fans to deliver an epic and emotional that enhances the lore and legacy of the franchise.
You will be enthralled to see Ahsoka Tano in action again and will have glimpses of her interaction with some familiar and new characters. Moreover, Ahsoka will explore the aftermath of the Galactic Civil War, and the rise of new threats, hurdles, and opportunities in a vulnerable galaxy.
So mark the date in your calendar and don’t miss this enthralling adventure that will take you to a galaxy far, far away!
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