Lucasfilm has released a trailer for The Ninth Jedi, the first full-fledged Star Wars anime series.

Lucasfilm has unveiled the first trailer for Star Wars: Visions Presents - The Ninth Jedi, setting the stage for the first full-length anime series in the history of the Star Wars franchise. The project consists of 8 episodes and combines the plots of two of the most iconic short films in the Visions anthology - the original The Ninth Jedi and the sequel Child of Hope.

Events will unfold in the distant future of the galaxy, where the Sith and the Jedi Order have practically disappeared, and the world has plunged into chaos. The plot will focus on La Cara, who, under the leadership of Margrave Juro, will continue to comprehend the Force. Together with a small group of students, the heroine will go on a dangerous mission to save her father and find her own path. At the same time, the main character will have to hide from the pursuit of ruthless Jedi hunters.

Star Wars: The Ninth Jedi will premiere on August 5, 2026 on Disney+ and Hulu.