'Star Wars: Visions Volume 3' Unveiled: Japanese Anime Studios Return for 2025 Disney+ Release
November 20, 2024This 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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Gizmodo • Nov 20, 2024
Thank the Force, Star Wars: Visions Will Return Next YearVariety • Nov 20, 2024
‘Star Wars: Visions’ Series to Return for Third SeasonThe Hollywood Reporter • Nov 20, 2024
‘Star Wars: Visions’ Renewed for Season 3 at Disney+