New ‘Star Wars’ Series Breaks Streaming Records on Disney Plus

The latest “Star Wars” series on Disney+ is making waves and exceeding expectations. The show, titled “Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord,” has achieved a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, breaking the record for “Star Wars” series on the review aggregation site. It’s also dominating the streaming landscape, proving to be a hit with audiences.

Currently ranked as the number one trending series on Disney+ in the United States, the first episode of “Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord” reached 4.1 million views globally within just seven days. Since its premiere on April 6, 2026, it has consistently been in the Disney+ Top 10 every day.

This new series sets a new benchmark for “Star Wars” shows. Previously, “Andor” was considered the high watermark with scores of 96% and 97% for seasons 1 and 2, respectively. Critics have praised the brooding tone, noir storyline, and the expanded look at a classic “Star Wars” villain.

“I’m very proud of our team as they continue to challenge themselves and raise the bar on our animated shows,” says Lucasfilm President and Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni. “They’ve done a fantastic job delivering something new and exciting with this series, and we are all really happy that fans are enjoying it.”