Disney+ and Disney Junior are teasing their upcoming animated series Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures with three new short videos and a colorful season one poster. The poster features Jedi younglings Kai Brightstar, Lys Slay, Nubs, Master Yoda, Nash Durango, and RJ-83. And the three shorts show off the young Jedi who reside on Tenoo.
Jamaal Avery, Jr. voices Kai Brightstar, Juliet Donenfeld voices Lys Solay, Dee Bradley Baker voices Nubs, Emma Berman voices Nash Durango, Jonathan Lipow voices RJ-83, and Piotr Michael voices Master Yoda. Puppy Dog Pals‘ Michael Olson is the showrunner and executive produces along with Lucasfilm’s James Waugh, Jacqui Lopez, and Josh Rimes.
Disney+ offered this description of the new series:
“Set during The High Republic era, the animated series follows Jedi younglings as they study the ways of the Force, explore the galaxy, help citizens and creatures in need, and learn valuable skills needed to become Jedi along the way.”
The series is set to premiere on May the 4th (Star Wars Day).
“Star Wars transcends generations; fans of all ages deeply connect with its imaginative worlds, mythic stories, and unique characters,” said James Waugh, executive producer and Senior Vice President Franchise Content & Strategy at Lucasfilm. “When developing Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, the first Star Wars series created for preschoolers, the creative team never stopped thinking about how this show may be a ‘youngling’s’ first step into a larger world and their first time experiencing the limitless potential of the Star Wars galaxy.
Waugh added: “The show’s characters, tone, and the life lessons woven throughout each episode were written just for them, and our talented team was committed to honoring the cinematic legacy while staying true to the expectations of parents for the youngest of audiences.”
