Disney and Lucasfilm’s latest Original Series “Obi-Wan Kenobi” will start streaming on Disney+ on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 with the first episode.
In typical Disney+ style, “Obi-Wan Kenobi” won’t be dropping all episodes at once and instead will follow a weekly release schedule. Continue reading for the full details.
What is “Obi-Wan Kenobi” About?
The story begins 10 years after the dramatic events of “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” where Obi-Wan Kenobi faced his greatest defeat—the downfall and corruption of his best friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker, who turned to the dark side as evil Sith Lord Darth Vader.
The series stars Ewan McGregor, reprising his role as the iconic Jedi Master, and also marks the return of Hayden Christensen in the role of Darth Vader. Joining the cast are Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell and Benny Safdie.
“Obi-Wan Kenobi” is directed by Deborah Chow and executive-produced by Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Deborah Chow, Ewan McGregor and Joby Harold.
What Time Will New Episodes Of “Obi-Wan Kenobi” Be Released On Disney Plus?
“Obi-Wan Kenobi“ will follow the usual Disney+ release schedule with new episodes dropping at 12:01 am PT, 8 AM in the UK, and 9 AM in most other European countries. Disney+ Originals will always be released at 12:01 Pacific Time, -8 hours behind GMT.
- Pacific Time: 00:00 AM / Midnight
- Eastern Time: 03:00 AM
- UK: 08:00 AM
- Sydney, Australia – 19:00 PM
Don’t be too alarmed if you don’t see a new episode appear immediately, it can take a few minutes for new episodes to appear.
When Are New “Obi-Wan Kenobi” Episodes Released?
Disney+ will release the first episode of “Obi-Wan Kenobi” on May 25, with new episodes dropping weekly through June 29, 2022. There are 6 episodes total.
Here is the release schedule for the Disney+ Original Series “Obi-Wan Kenobi“:
- Episode 1 – Wednesday, May 25, 2022
- Episode 2 – Wednesday, June 1, 2022
- Episode 3 – Wednesday, June 8, 2022
- Episode 4 – Wednesday, June 15, 2022
- Episode 5 – Wednesday, June 22, 2022
- Episode 6 – Wednesday, June 29, 2022
Please note, these dates are subject to change.
“Obi-Wan Kenobi” Trailer:
“Obi-Wan Kenobi” Netflix
As the series is a Disney+ Original, you’ll only be able to find “Obi-Wan Kenobi” on Disney+ and not on Netflix or any other streaming service.