'Star Wars: Visions Volume 3' Unveiled: Japanese Anime Studios Return for 2025 Disney+ Release

November 20, 2024
'Star Wars: Visions Volume 3' Unveiled: Japanese Anime Studios Return for 2025 Disney+ Release
  • This new volume will feature nine short episodes created by nine different anime studios, including returning favorites such as Kamikaze Douga, Kinema Citrus Co., Production I.G, and TRIGGER.

  • Disney and Lucasfilm emphasize that the anthology series celebrates the mythology of Star Wars through diverse cultural perspectives, highlighting its universal appeal.

  • Since its debut in September 2021, 'Star Wars: Visions' has been recognized as a standout in the Star Wars media landscape, featuring unique, stand-alone stories from various animation studios.

  • The previous volume received critical acclaim, achieving a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes and an 88% score on Metacritic, further solidifying its success.

  • The second season of 'Star Wars: Visions' expanded its global reach by collaborating with animation studios from various countries, showcasing a diverse array of storytelling.

  • The series has drawn in viewers who previously had no interest in Star Wars, showcasing its ability to appeal to a broader audience through innovative storytelling and animation.

  • Notably, TRIGGER, known for acclaimed works like 'Kill la Kill' and 'Cyberpunk: Edgerunners', produced the episode 'The Twins' in the first season, contributing to the anthology's reputation.

  • Production I.G, celebrated for its influential works including 'Ghost in the Shell', and Kinema Citrus, known for 'Made in Abyss', are among the esteemed studios returning for this new volume.

  • The anthology format allows for independent side stories within the Star Wars universe, providing creative freedom for the participating studios.

  • The highly anticipated announcement of 'Star Wars: Visions Volume 3' was made during the 2024 Disney APAC Content Showcase, continuing the series' exploration of the Star Wars universe through Japanese anime.

  • Set to release exclusively on Disney+ in 2025, this volume aims to further showcase the creativity and diverse storytelling styles of Japanese animation.

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‘Star Wars: Visions’ Renewed for Season 3 at Disney+

The Hollywood Reporter • Nov 20, 2024

‘Star Wars: Visions’ Renewed for Season 3 at Disney+

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