Clone wars and Rebels. Who has watched these two animated Star Wars series? What did you think about them?
A couple of recommendations in case anyone around here sport a more discriminating taste in Star Wars, and hasn’t checked out these series yet:
Rebels by and large manage to capture the spirit of the original trilogy, and has an especially strong first season in this regard. The very final ending twist appeared weak to me, but it could be worth checking out. Thrawn is a highlight for sure.
The Clone Wars had a weaker start, but by and large grew stronger over time. The very final season, which recently concluded, is surprisingly good - nay, great - and with a refreshingly dark tone and strong ending. If nothing else, do yourself a favour and check out season 7 of Clone Wars, especially episodes 8-12, if you are at all interested in Star Wars. The last episodes of the last season often manage to capture the very best cinematic Star Wars spirit.
For less discriminating tastes, both series is a neat watch and good family fun in case your children share your appreciation for that peculiar space opera which tends to bring out everyone’s inner child when it is at its best.
David Filoni and his crew has made a refreshingly good job with both series overall, and they are part of Star Wars productions which are worth viewing - at times very well worth it.