đâ¨Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 (2025) â Cast, Plot, Release Date, Review & Where to Watch
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The Force returns in bold, animated form as Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 lands on Disney+ this October 29, 2025. Following the critical acclaim of its first two volumes, this anthology series once again unites celebrated anime studios from across the globe to reimagine the Star Wars universe through breathtaking artistry, daring perspectives, and deeply emotional storytelling.
This time, nine original short films continue the mission of Visions: to expand the galaxy far, far away beyond canon, giving creators total freedom to play with the mythology while staying true to the heart of Star Wars.
đ A Saga Beyond Canon
From the moment Star Wars: Visions debuted in 2021, it reshaped the way fans looked at the galaxy. Free from the restrictions of established canon, each episode has felt like its own legend or myth told around a campfire of the Force.
Volume 3 continues that spirit, diving into stories that blend samurai epics, space operas, folklore, and anime traditionsâproving once again that Star Wars is a universal language of hope, conflict, and destiny.
As Yoda once said:
âLuminous beings are we, not this crude matter.â
That spirit is alive in every frame of Visions.
đĽ Whatâs New in Volume 3?
The third anthology features nine shorts created by some of the worldâs finest studios. Fans of Volume 1 will be delighted to see continuations of beloved stories, alongside fresh new tales.
Hereâs a look at the lineup:
The Duel: Payback â Kamikaze Douga & ANIMAA sequel to the fan-favorite âThe Duel,â returning us to the Roninâs path.
The Lost Ones (SamayĹ Mono-tachi)Â â Kinema CitrusA follow-up to âThe Village Bride,â steeped in quiet beauty and sacrifice.
The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope â Production I.GA long-awaited sequel exploring the legacy of lightsabers and destiny.
Yukoâs Treasure (Yuko no Takaramono)Â â Kinema CitrusA new tale about heritage, family, and the hidden power of the Force.
The Smuggler â Studio TriggerHigh-octane action with the wild, colorful flair only Trigger can deliver.
The Bounty Hunters â Wit StudioRivalries ignite in a story about honor, betrayal, and survival.
The Song of Four Wings (Yonmaibane no Uta)Â â Project Studio QA lyrical tale where the Force resonates as music in a galaxy torn by war.
The Bird of Paradise (GokurakuchĹ no Hana)Â â Polygon PicturesA visual feast exploring the clash of nature, mysticism, and technology.
Black â David ProductionA bold, avant-garde entry from Shinya Ohira, promising intensity and innovation.
đ The Evolution of Visions
Volume 1 (2021):Â Nine anime shorts from Japan that redefined Star Wars storytelling.
Volume 2 (2023):Â Expanded the galaxy with studios from Spain, Ireland, South Korea, Chile, the UK, and beyond.
Volume 3 (2025): A triumphant return to anime roots with legendary Japanese studios leading the wayâwhile still carrying forward the spirit of international artistry.
Each short is a reminder that the galaxy belongs to everyone.
đŹ Why Fans Canât Miss It
Sequels to beloved shorts (The Duel, The Village Bride, The Ninth Jedi) promise continuity and closure.
Fresh new stories will spark debates, fan theories, and new favorite characters.
Stunning artistry from Kamikaze Douga, Trigger, Kinema Citrus, and more.
Universal themes of love, loss, rebellion, and hopeâtimeless in every galaxy.
Or as Obi-Wan once said:
âThe Force will be with you. Always.â
â Conclusion: A Vision of Infinite Futures
With Star Wars: Visions Volume 3, Lucasfilm once again hands the lightsaber to creators who dare to dream. Each short is more than just a storyâitâs a meditation on what Star Wars means around the world.
Fans old and new will find something to love here, whether itâs the fierce artistry of The Duel: Payback or the tender melodies of The Song of Four Wings.
On October 29, 2025, prepare to witness Star Wars like youâve never seen it beforeâreborn through imagination, culture, and vision. đâ¨
May the Force guide you to Disney+ this fall.
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