Obi-Wan Kenobi
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Status:
Ended -
Season 1:
Ended on June 22, 2022 -
Watched: 0%
0 of 6 Episodes
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | May 27, 2022 | ||
| E2 | May 27, 2022 | ||
| E3 | Jun 01, 2022 | ||
| E4 | Jun 08, 2022 | ||
| E5 | Jun 15, 2022 | ||
| E6 | Jun 22, 2022 |
Production Note - Limited Series
Production Type:
Limited SeriesObi-Wan Kenobi is a standalone Limited Series that concluded its 6-episode run in June 2022. This high-prestige production serves as a definitive bridge within the Star Wars cinematic canon, meticulously filling the narrative gap between the prequel and original trilogies. Directed by Deborah Chow, the series utilizes groundbreaking StageCraft technology to deliver a cinematic scale rarely seen on television. By focusing on the emotional isolation and eventual spiritual restoration of the titular Jedi Master, the story provides a complete narrative arc regarding his mid-exile years. Despite its immense commercial success and a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series, the project remains a self-contained event designed to honor the legacy of its legendary characters while maintaining strict continuity.
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Why Watch:
"Witness the emotional bridge where broken legends confront their past, transforming a galactic tragedy into a poignant study of resilience."Series Analysis:
Obi-Wan Kenobi functions as a vital bridge between the operatic tragedy of the prequels and the mythic hope of the original trilogy; it recontextualizes the Jedi Master not as a legendary warrior, but as a man shattered by grief and spiritual isolation. By centering the narrative on the psychological scars of Order 66, the series explores the burden of survival—a theme that resonates far beyond the typical confines of space fantasy. Its cultural footprint is defined by the long-awaited reconciliation of Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen, a meta-textual healing process for a generation that grew up defending those films. Ultimately, the show serves as a somber meditation on trauma: it proves that even the most stoic icons must confront their ghosts before they can guide the future.Tone: Melancholic, Redemptive, Intimate Last Updated: March 2026
Part of the Star Wars collection:
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Network:
Disney+ -
Seasons:
1 -
Years:
2022 - 2022 -
Genre:
Science Fiction, Mini-Series, Fantasy, Adventure, Action -
Rating:
TV-14