The highly acclaimed Star Wars: Visions anthology is set to return with its third volume on October 29, 2025, bringing together some of the most creative anime studios in Japan. After Volume 2 explored global animation talent, the upcoming season goes back to its roots, focusing entirely on anime studios to deliver fresh, imaginative takes on the Star Wars universe.
Nine Episodes, Nine Studios
Volume 3 will feature nine new episodes, each animated by a different studio, blending distinctive styles with unique storytelling. Returning studios include Kamikaze Douga, Kinema Citrus, Production I.G, and Studio TRIGGER, while newcomers such as David Production, Polygon Pictures, Project Studio Q, WIT Studio, and ANIMA will be joining the anthology for the first time.
Among the highlights, Kamikaze Douga and ANIMA will collaborate on “The Duel: Payback,” Kinema Citrus will return with two episodes including “Wandering Ones” and “Yuko’s Treasure,” while WIT Studio will present “The Bounty Hunters.” Each short promises to expand the Star Wars galaxy in bold and unexpected ways.
A Legacy of Creativity
The Star Wars: Visions project first launched in September 2021 with shorts from iconic studios like Production I.G, TRIGGER, Science SARU, and Studio Colorido. It was praised for its originality and the freedom it gave creators to reimagine the franchise. Volume 2, which premiered on May 4, 2023, broadened the scope by bringing in global animation studios such as Aardman and Studio Mir.
Between volumes, Lucasfilm also collaborated with Studio Ghibli on Zen – Grogu and Dust Bunnies, a hand-drawn short that quickly became a fan favorite. Now, with Volume 3, the series returns to anime in full force, ensuring that fans get the very best of Japanese animation infused with the galaxy far, far away.
What Fans Chttps://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/3/2024/11/Star-Wars-Visions-fe592a4.jpgan Expect
Like previous volumes, Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 is not tied to canon but instead offers standalone stories that explore the themes, characters, and worlds of the saga in new ways. From samurai-inspired duels to experimental animation styles, fans can expect variety, creativity, and plenty of surprises.
Streaming exclusively on Disney+, the anthology continues to showcase the power of anime to expand the possibilities of storytelling within the Star Wars franchise.
Final Thoughts
With its October 29 release date fast approaching, Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 is already one of the most anticipated anime collaborations of the year. By blending the cultural depth of Japanese animation with the timeless universe of Star Wars, this new season promises to be both visually striking and emotionally powerful.
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