Work has started on the a new Star Wars animated television series on the Disney Channel.
Star Wars Rebel is is set between the events of Episode III and IV, according to a news release. During this time period the Empire is hunting down the last of the Jedi Knights as a fledgling rebellion against the Empire is taking shape.
Star Wars Rebels will be produced by Lucasfilm Animation, featuring many of the key talents that made Star Wars: The Clone Wars.
"The entire team at Lucasfilm has provided extraordinary creativity and innovation for over three decades, and we're thrilled to be bringing the expansive and imaginative world of Star Wars to Disney XD's viewers," according to Gary Marsh, president and chief creative officer, Disney Channels Worldwide.
"I think Star Wars Rebels will capture the look, feel and fun that both kids and their parents love about Star Wars," Kathleen Kennedy, president of Lucasfilm said in the release.
Casting will be announced at a later date.
Wednesday, 22 May 2013
Production begins on new Star Wars animated television series
Posted on 19:04 by the great khali
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