Now that season one of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord has finished, fans can look forward to a new science-fiction movie coming to Netflix. The animated series follows Maul (voiced by Sam Witwer) after the Clone Wars, as he works to rebuild his criminal organization and get revenge on Darth Sidious. Throughout the series, he attempts to turn Jedi Padawan Devon Izara to the dark side while also being pursued by detective Brander Lawson (Wagner Moura) and the Empire.
Critics and audiences alike have loved Maul – Shadow Lord, with the first season earning a near-perfect 98% score from critics and a 92% score from viewers. People have especially praised its striking animation, mature and politically charged storyline, and the complex way it portrays characters like Maul. Since it launched, the series has consistently been one of the most popular shows on Disney+.
Good news for fans of Maul – Shadow Lord: season 2 is confirmed! While we wait for the continuation of Maul, Devon, and the other characters, Netflix is releasing a new movie, Ray Gunn, later in 2026 that should appeal to those who enjoy the exciting Star Wars series and help bridge the gap until the next season.
Netflix’s Ray Gunn & Disney’s Maul – Shadow Lord Are Both Sci-Fi Noir
Though set in the science fiction world of Star Wars, Maul – Shadow Lord feels like a film noir, similar to what George Lucas originally envisioned for Star Wars: Underworld. The show has a dark and rough quality, both visually and in its storytelling. The main character, Maul, isn’t a hero; he’s a tough, unforgiving figure hunted by a determined detective through the dangerous criminal world of Janix, and the story is full of tough moral dilemmas.
Netflix’s upcoming animated film, Ray Gunn, is a science-fiction noir story set in a futuristic version of 1939. Though it seems less intense than some similar films, it follows private investigator Raymond Gunn (voiced by Sam Rockwell) as he investigates a murder involving aliens and the glamorous Venus Nova (voiced by Scarlett Johansson). The film is written and directed by Brad Bird, known for The Incredibles.
Like Maul – Shadow Lord, Ray Gunn centers on a detective investigating a challenging and deadly case in a vibrant city populated by aliens, humans, and memorable characters. However, this film will embrace classic film noir even more strongly. According to the director, it’s a unique mix of science fiction and 1940s detective movies—think The Maltese Falcon meets Buck Rogers. He’s a fan of both genres and wanted to combine them for a visually striking and character-driven story.
Maul –Shadow Lord & Ray Gunn Are Pushing The Boundaries Of Sci-Fi Animation
Both Maul – Shadow Lord and Ray Gunn are boldly creative sci-fi noir projects that are challenging traditional sci-fi animation. According to executive producer Athena Yvette Portillo in an interview with ScreenRant, this production went beyond typical Star Wars animation. They achieved a unique, artistic look—described as having a “painterly quality”—by using oil canvas paintings as backgrounds, combining them with practical models, and creating more dynamic and fluid character animation and fight scenes.
In his new work, Ray Gunn, Brad Bird aims to push the boundaries of animation and appeal to viewers who usually prefer live-action films. He believes animation is a powerful and underappreciated art form with limitless storytelling potential, and hopes to convince a wider audience of its value. Scarlett Johansson praised the animation as exceptional and a true reflection of Bird’s current artistic vision.
With its focus on a villain as the main character, a mix of film noir and science fiction, and a unique animation style, Maul – Shadow Lord breaks new ground for the Star Wars franchise. Ray Gunn shares this same blend of genres, presented with a similarly striking visual style, making it a natural follow-up. Like Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, it has the potential to appeal to a broad audience.
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2026-05-07 05:08