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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-06T11:04:36.000Z",
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    "MaulShadowLord",
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    "April 6, 2026",
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    "‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’ release schedule revealed as first episodes drop",
    "HUM News English",
    "@giselleb1234",
    "@JakobKolness"
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  "textContent": "Darth Maul returns to centre stage in  _Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord_ , the latest addition to the expanding Star Warsuniverse.\n\nThe animated series premiered on April 6 on Disney+ with a two-episode debut, marking the first time the fan-favourite character leads his own show.\n\nSet after the events of  _Star Wars: The Clone Wars_ , the story follows Maul as he navigates a galaxy reshaped by the fall of the Jedi and the rise of Imperial power.\n\nMaul first appeared in  _Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace_ and quickly became a cult favourite despite limited screen time, later gaining deeper development through animated series.\n\nThe show marks a notable shift for the franchise, placing a long-time villain at the centre of the story rather than following the traditional Jedi-led narrative.  _Shadow Lord_ is also expected to lean into darker themes, exploring power, survival and identity in a post-Sith world.\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly reactions from fans have already begun surfacing online, with viewers sharing first impressions of the series’ tone and Maul’s expanded storyline.\n\n> The first two episodes of Star Wars: Maul-Shadow Lord were so awesome! Such a strong start. The animation is as flawless as ever. The lightsaber fight sequences were amazing. The dialogue was incredible. So glad to have this legend back🙌🏽🔥#MaulShadowLord pic.twitter.com/SKtNKfdrxH\n>\n> — Giselle//DD: BORN AGAIN S2 ERA💥⏳ 💍💫 (@giselleb1234) April 6, 2026\n\n\n\n\n> #MaulShadowLord can’t escape a few Filoni issues (tangled lore, jingly keys, Maul the least interesting lead on his own show) but it’s a big leap forward for #StarWars animation in terms of visual look and mature tone. More compelling than expected but STRICTLY for devoted fans. pic.twitter.com/wdalSeEBSr\n>\n> — Jakob Kolness (@JakobKolness) April 4, 2026\n\n\n\n\nRather than a single weekly release, the series will drop episodes in pairs, with the 10-episode season rolling out across five weeks.\n\nThe full release schedule is as follows:\n\n  * Episodes 1 and 2 — April 6\n\n  * Episodes 3 and 4 — April 13\n\n  * Episodes 5 and 6 — April 20\n\n  * Episodes 7 and 8 — April 27\n\n  * Episodes 9 and 10 — May 4\n\n\n\n\nThe finale lands on May 4, widely celebrated as  _Star Wars Day_ , giving the series a fitting close.\n\nWith its focus on Maul’s journey beyond the Sith,  _Shadow Lord_ is set to explore a darker and more layered side of one of the franchise’s most enduring characters, something fans have been waiting years to see.\n\nThe post ‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’ release schedule revealed as first episodes drop appeared first on HUM News English.",
  "title": "‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’ release schedule revealed as first episodes drop"
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