Ahsoka Season 1 Surprisingly Earns Less Than Expected on Disney+

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Initial predictions suggested that Ahsoka Season 1 generated less revenue for Disney+ compared to certain expectations. Launched on the Disney-owned streaming platform in 2023, this Star Wars series from Dave Filoni, creator of Clone Wars, expanded upon his continuing story from Star Wars: Rebels, as portrayed by Rosario Dawson’s Ahsoka Tano. The show received generally favorable reviews and was granted a second season, set to premiere in 2026.

Based on recent streaming data, it appears that Disney+’s series “Ahsoka” earned less revenue compared to “Andor” Season 1 and “The Book of Boba Fett.” This might come as a shock since “Ahsoka” is often seen as a significant achievement in the galaxy far, far away, especially considering the scarcity of successes during this period.

According to Parrot Analytics, as reported by The Wrap, the first season of ‘Ahsoka’ generated approximately $220 million in subscriber revenue for Disney+. However, this figure is overshadowed by both ‘Andor’ Season 1 ($315 million) and ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ ($310 million), when we look at their respective earnings during their runs.

It might surprise long-term Star Wars enthusiasts that neither of these counterparts are seen as the undisputed triumph that Ahsoka often is, due to various reasons.

Upon its debut, “The Book of Boba Fett” was widely criticized, earning it one of the lowest ratings among Star Wars series on Disney+ (explore reasons behind its failure here), effectively putting an end to discussions about a possible second season.

Despite receiving critical acclaim and currently airing its second season, Andor’s first season has been associated with the notion that it didn’t attract a large audience in terms of viewership since its debut.

Nevertheless, as per the latest figures from Parrot, these two titles continue to surpass “Ahsoka” in terms of earnings generated.

The group behind “Ahsoka” has started working on Season 2 of the Disney+ show, continuing to highlight Rosario Dawson’s character Ahsoka Tano. Unlike previous seasons, this one will mainly unfold in a galaxy different from the Star Wars universe fans are familiar with. This is because Ahsoka and Natasha Liu Bordizzo’s lively Sabrine Wren were left stranded in this new galaxy at the end of Season 1. Reports suggest that Season 2 might be launched as early as 2026.

As a loyal fan, I’m excited to share that in this upcoming season, you’ll see many beloved characters returning with their original actors like Eman Esfandi as Ezra Bridger, Lars Mikkelson as Grand Admiral Thrawn, and Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Hera Syndulla. But there’s more! The franchise is also welcoming new talents to its universe, such as Rory McCann from “Game of Thrones,” who will be stepping into the role previously played by Ray Stevenson in Season 1 (Baylan Skoll).

Why Did Ahsoka Miss Disney+’s Financial Mark?

For some Star Wars enthusiasts, this fresh stream of data might seem unexpected, but there could be an explanation why Ahsoka didn’t match financially with other series like The Book of Boba Fett or Andor Season 1.

In essence, there could have been multiple reasons behind its less than stellar reception. The Book of Boba Fett, while falling short critically, entered a stage where the concept of Star Wars on streaming was still fairly new (being just the second live-action series from the brand following The Mandalorian).

In addition, it could be advantageous that both Boba Fett and Andor were developed from Star Wars movie characters. Although Ahsoka Tano is highly praised by dedicated fans, she remains relatively unrecognized among the broader audience of Star Wars enthusiasts.

In simpler terms, many people watch the Star Wars films but aren’t familiar with all the characters. Therefore, launching a live-action series centered around an unfamiliar character might initially limit its potential revenue.

Indeed, an increasing number of Star Wars enthusiasts are recognizing the brilliance embodied by Ahsoka Tano, as The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels series on Disney+ keep captivating viewers and gaining new followers.

In a slightly altered narrative, the second season of Ahsoka might unfold differently due to increased recognition of the character since its initial release in 2023. This is particularly true as viewers anticipate the thrilling storylines hinted at for Ahsoka’s upcoming second season.

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2025-05-05 23:34