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Star Wars shows started small but have now become a major part of the franchise. The early animated projects tested the waters, but things changed once streaming gave the universe more room to grow.
These shows don’t feel like side stories anymore. They carry weight and often dig deeper than the films. Some of them take their time and show what daily life is like under the Empire. Others follow one character and show how they try to survive or fight back.
Many people came to these shows without ever watching the movies. They found new stories that didn’t need a full history lesson. At the same time, longtime fans got more details about moments they already knew. Shows like The Clone Wars filled in the gaps while Andor and The Mandalorian brought something new to enrich the Star Wars history. Even the smaller series made an impact.
Tales of the Jedi gave quick looks at major characters while Visions reimagined the galaxy in a whole new way. The best shows all focus on character and conflict. This list ranks the ten that stood out the most. Each one brought something real to the table and helped reshape what people expect from Star Wars on television.
Disclaimer: This article is based solely on the author's opinions. Reader's discretion is advised.
10 best Star Wars TV shows, ranked
1. Andor
Andor follows Cassian Andor's journey to becoming a rebel. It begins with him as a drifter who kills a man to survive. The story moves through dark and personal corners of the galaxy. It shows how regular people suffer under Imperial control and how rebellion starts quietly.
The show covers prison labor systems and underground resistance movements. Characters like Luthen and Dedra show how both sides think. Mon Mothma risks everything for the cause. Each arc feels real and tense. Andor earns its top spot by showing how rebellion starts with fear, sacrifice, and anger before it ever becomes war.
2. The Mandalorian
The Mandalorian begins with a bounty hunter named Din Djarin. He is hired to capture a small alien child. That child turns out to be Force-sensitive. Instead of turning him in, Din chooses to protect him.
Their bond becomes the heart of the show. The series shows Mandalorian culture and ancient Jedi legends. It brings in new characters and reintroduces old ones. Grogu becomes a global icon. The show also paves the way for other spin-offs. Its place here is earned by how it brought Star Wars back to life on television and gave it new cultural and creative momentum.
3. Star Wars: The Clone Wars
The Clone Wars takes place between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith. It shows the scale of the war that shaped Anakin Skywalker. It introduces Ahsoka Tano and gives personality to the clone soldiers.
Each season explores morality politics and the toll of constant fighting. Anakin becomes more layered. Darth Maul returns with a full arc. The final episodes run alongside the fall of the Republic. This show ranks high because it filled gaps left by the films. It also built emotional stakes that made Order 66 and Anakin’s downfall more tragic and easier to understand.
4. Star Wars Rebels
Rebels follows Ezra Bridger who joins a rebel crew called the Ghost. He learns the ways of the Force under Kanan Jarrus as the group disrupts Imperial control across the galaxy. The show explores early rebellion efforts and secret Jedi survival.
Characters like Sabine and Hera become essential in later Star Wars stories. Ahsoka and Thrawn return with major consequences. The series also introduces the World Between Worlds, expanding Star Wars lore while building strong original characters. It also leads directly into later shows like Ahsoka and sets up parts of Rogue One.
5. Obi-Wan Kenobi
Obi-Wan Kenobi takes place ten years after Anakin becomes Darth Vader. Obi-Wan lives in hiding and watches over young Luke from afar. When Leia is kidnapped, he is forced to leave Tatooine and face his past.
He discovers that Anakin is alive. Their reunion leads to a brutal confrontation. The series shows Obi-Wan’s guilt and emotional collapse. It also introduces Reva who seeks revenge for her trauma as a youngling. The show closes the gap between the prequels and the original trilogy. It lands on this list because it deepens the bond and conflict between Obi-Wan and Anakin without changing history.
6. Ahsoka
Ahsoka follows Ahsoka Tano as she searches for Grand Admiral Thrawn and Ezra Bridger. The story takes place directly after the events of Rebels. Ahsoka works alongside Sabine Wren and Hera Syndulla as she investigates Thrawn’s possible return.
The series explores ancient Force beliefs and revisits the World Between Worlds. It introduces Baylan Skoll who follows a different path from Jedi and Sith. Ahsoka stays calm and focused as the galaxy shifts around her. This show ranks here because it expands Force mythology and continues unfinished arcs while setting up larger future threats.
7. Tales of the Jedi
Tales of the Jedi is an animated short-form series that features two Jedi stories. One follows Ahsoka Tano from birth to her post-war exile. The other traces Count Dooku as he becomes disillusioned with the Jedi Order.
Each episode focuses on a turning point that shaped their lives. Ahsoka’s choices show strength built through hardship. Dooku’s story reveals how corruption and loss led him to darkness. The episodes are short but detailed. The show earns this spot as it fills in key gaps without dragging the story. It adds meaning to characters who played major roles across different eras.
8. The Bad Batch
The Bad Batch follows a group of clones who were genetically unique. After Order 66 they refuse to follow the Empire and go into hiding. Their journey begins during the fall of the Republic.
The squad includes Hunter, Tech, Echo, Wrecker, and Crosshair. They take in Omega a young clone who escaped Kamino. Crosshair later chooses the Empire which creates deep conflict. The series shows how clones struggle with identity and purpose as the Empire replaces them. It ranks here because it explores what happens to soldiers after the war ends. The story continues themes from The Clone Wars.
9. Visions
Visions is an animated anthology where creators from around the world reimagine Star Wars. Each episode tells its own story using different art styles. These shorts are not part of the main timeline.
The first season features episodes like The Duel which uses samurai themes and The Ninth Jedi which builds a new Jedi legend. These stories feel bold and personal. They play with Force concepts without being tied to canon. The series is ranked here for how it shows Star Wars as a flexible idea. It proved that great stories can happen outside the usual format.
10. The Book of Boba Fett
The Book of Boba Fett begins with Boba escaping the Sarlacc pit. He is taken in by Tusken Raiders who teach him how to survive. After their deaths he decides to claim Jabba’s old throne.
He teams up with Fennec Shand and tries to rule through respect not fear. The story also shifts to Din Djarin and Grogu halfway through. These Star Wars episodes draw attention but push Boba into the background. The show ranks here because it adds key events to the larger timeline but loses focus. It is important for continuity but less effective as a character study.
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