The animated series Star Wars: Shadow Lord Maul has officially kicked off on Disney+ with a rollout strategy built for binge-watchers and weekly appointment viewing at the same time. Launching on April 6, 2026 with a two-episode drop, the show follows the former Sith as he navigates a changing galaxy and a shifting balance of power.
Season 1 release schedule on Disney+
Instead of a classic one-episode-per-week model, Star Wars: Shadow Lord Maul arrives in pairs. Every Monday, Disney+ adds two new episodes, leading up to a ten-episode first season.
Here is the complete Season 1 calendar:
- Episodes 1 and 2: streaming since April 6, 2026
- Episodes 3 and 4: April 13, 2026
- Episodes 5 and 6: April 20, 2026
- Episodes 7 and 8: April 27, 2026
- Episodes 9 and 10: May 4, 2026
This schedule compresses the entire season into roughly one month, with the finale landing on May 4, a date that has become a symbolic celebration for Star Wars fans worldwide.
When new Star Wars: Shadow Lord Maul episodes drop in the United States
New episodes are released on Mondays at 9:00 a.m. on Disney+ in the United States. This time slot fits the platform’s usual release pattern for its original series and makes the show easy to follow as part of a weekly routine.
This two-episode weekly drop has several clear goals:
- Keep the attention of viewers over several weeks instead of a single weekend binge
- Establish a predictable Monday streaming ritual for subscribers
- Allow the story to build momentum quickly while still leaving time for fan discussions between batches
Where Star Wars: Shadow Lord Maul fits in the Star Wars timeline
The story is set roughly one year after the end of the Clone War, during the early rise of the Galactic Empire. In this period, the Empire is tightening its grip on the galaxy, and Maul is trying to carve out his place in this new order.
The series positions itself between two key eras already explored in previous shows:
- After the events of The Clone Wars
- Before Maul’s conclusion in Rebels
Within that window, the show focuses on a pivotal phase in Maul’s journey, including the training of a new apprentice and the rebuilding of a criminal network, giving the character a fresh dynamic while connecting to established Star Wars lore.
FAQ
When do the next episodes of Star Wars: Shadow Lord Maul come out on Disney+?
Two new episodes are added every Monday on Disney+ through May 4, 2026.
How many episodes are in season 1 of Star Wars: Shadow Lord Maul?
Season 1 consists of 10 episodes in total.
What time are new episodes available in the United States?
New episodes are released at 9:00 a.m. on Disney+ in the United States.
Where can I watch Star Wars: Shadow Lord Maul?
The series streams exclusively on Disney+.
