Disney has officially announced the return of its hit anime anthology series,Star Wars: Visions,for a third season, slated for release in 2025. Revealed during the 2024 Disney APAC Content Showcase,the highly anticipated third seasonwill once again exploreStar Warsthrough the creative lens of the top Japanese anime studios. Following the series' second season, which used varied animation styles from global studios, the upcoming third volume returns to its season one anime roots, deliveringnine shorts from nine creators.
TheStar Wars: Visionsanthology debuted in 2021, captivating audiences with its unique blend ofStar Warsmythology and Japanese animation. Produced by seven renowned anime studios, including Kamikaze Douga and TRIGGER, the series offered reimaginings of a galaxy far, far away with a uniquely Eastern flare. Volume 2, released in 2023, expanded its horizons with a global approach and incorporated animation from a diverse array of countries, such as India, Spain, South Africa, and more. This impressive collaborative feat incorporated more artistic and cultural perspectives but sacrificed some of its cohesiveness.
Top Anime Studios Return for Season 3 ofStar Wars: Visions
Two Global Phenomenons Join Forces Once More
For Volume 3,the anthology brings back acclaimed contributorsKamikaze Douga, Kinema Citrus Co., Production I.G, and TRIGGER, which are responsible for classics likeGhost in the ShellandJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. These anime stalwarts' return is a promising sign of Volume 3’s quality, giventheir previous work in Volume 1. Among the five new participants are ANIMA, a co-production with Kamikaze Douga, David Production, Polygon Pictures, Project Studio Q, and WIT Studio. Each of these studios is celebrated for its distinctive approach to storytelling, indicating that this new season will continue to push creative boundaries.
With its innovative format and culturally-infused storytelling,Star Wars: Visionshas become a beloved entry in the long-running space opera franchise by blendingStar Warsiconography with slick anime action.Star Warsanimated series' visuals have always been hit or miss, butVisionsbrings George Lucas' original creation to life as actual artwork. The return to anime-exclusive storytelling promises to showcase the unparalleled artistry of Japanese animation while expandingStar Wars' mythology in ways live-action can never capture.Star Wars: VisionsVolume 3 will premiere in 2025, with more details sure to be revealed as the date approaches.
Star Wars: Visions
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This animated anthology series features short films from Japanese creators, offering unique and diverse interpretations of the Star Wars universe. Each episode presents a distinct narrative style, exploring new characters and themes while celebrating the iconic elements of the franchise in a novel format.
