OlderDisney Reveals Premiere Date & Casting for 'Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures'
Disney is unveiling some exciting news about the upcoming preschool Star Wars series!
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures is on it’s way, and we now have a release date, first look photos and even some additional casting news.
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The upcoming new series is set during The High Republic era, and follows Jedi younglings as they study the ways of the Force, explore the galaxy, help citizens and creatures in need, and learn valuable skills needed to become Jedi along the way.
“Star Wars transcends generations; fans of all ages deeply connect with its imaginative worlds, mythic stories, and unique characters,” James Waugh, executive producer and Senior Vice President Franchise Content & Strategy at Lucasfilm, shared in a statement. “When developing Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, the first Star Wars series created for preschoolers, the creative team never stopped thinking about how this show may be a ‘youngling’s’ first step into a larger world and their first time experiencing the limitless potential of the Star Wars galaxy.”
He continued, “The show’s characters, tone, and the life lessons woven throughout each episode were written just for them, and our talented team was committed to honoring the cinematic legacy while staying true to the expectations of parents for the youngest of audiences.”
Set to star in the show are Jamaal Avery, Jr. as Kai Brightstar, Juliet Donenfeld as Lys Solay, Dee Bradley Baker as Nubs, Emma Berman as Nash Durango, Jonathan Lipow as RJ-83, and Piotr Michael as Master Yoda.
Featured in the new photos from the animated series include Master Yoda, Jedi younglings Kai, Lys, and Nubs, and their friends Nash and RJ-83 on planet Tenoo, as well as Lys, Kai, and Nubs during a training sequence. Check ‘em out in the gallery!
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures is slated to premiere on May 4th on Disney+ and Disney Junior!
