Ahsoka (TV series)
Ahsoka is an American science fiction action-adventure television series created by Dave Filoni for the streaming service Disney+. It is part of the Star Wars franchise and a spin-off from The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. The series serves as a sequel to the animated series Star Wars Rebels.
Synopsis: Set after the fall of the Galactic Empire, the series follows Ahsoka Tano, a former Jedi Knight and Padawan of Anakin Skywalker, as she investigates an emerging threat to the fragile New Republic. Her quest involves tracking down Grand Admiral Thrawn and Ezra Bridger, who disappeared years prior at the end of Star Wars Rebels.
Characters:
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Ahsoka Tano: The main protagonist, portrayed by Rosario Dawson. A former Jedi Knight who left the Jedi Order during the Clone Wars.
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Sabine Wren: A Mandalorian warrior and explosives expert, formerly part of the Ghost crew in Star Wars Rebels, portrayed by Natasha Liu Bordizzo.
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Hera Syndulla: A Twi'lek pilot and General in the New Republic fleet, also a key member of the Ghost crew, portrayed by Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
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Grand Admiral Thrawn: A highly intelligent and ruthless Imperial officer who went missing years prior, portrayed by Lars Mikkelsen.
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Ezra Bridger: A young Jedi Padawan and member of the Ghost crew who disappeared with Thrawn, portrayed by Eman Esfandi.
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Baylan Skoll: A former Jedi turned mercenary, portrayed by Ray Stevenson.
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Shin Hati: Baylan Skoll's apprentice, portrayed by Ivanna Sakhno.
Development: The series was announced in December 2020 and is written by Dave Filoni, who also serves as an executive producer alongside Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Colin Wilson, and Carrie Beck. The series builds upon storylines and characters introduced in previous Star Wars animated and live-action projects.
Release: Ahsoka premiered on Disney+ on August 22, 2023.
Reception: The series has garnered generally positive reviews from critics and audiences, praising its action sequences, character development, and connections to the wider Star Wars universe. However, some criticism has been directed at its pacing and reliance on prior knowledge of Star Wars Rebels.
Connections to Other Works: Ahsoka directly ties into the events of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, The Mandalorian, and The Book of Boba Fett. It expands upon the lore and mythology of the Star Wars universe, exploring the ongoing conflict between the light and dark sides of the Force.