What Comes After Yub Nub?
The Battle of Endor ended more than forty years ago — in our galaxy and theirs. In that time, Star Wars has exploded into a vast multimedia universe of films, streaming series, novels, comics, and games. And yet, for all that growth, the Ewoks have lived mostly in the background, tending their fires on the forest moon while the rest of the galaxy moved on.
That is starting to change.
As Star Wars storytelling turns more and more toward the New Republic era, the Mandalorian timeline, and the rising generation of heroes that follow Luke, Leia, and Han, the forest moon of Endor is quietly re-entering the spotlight. In this article, we look at where Ewoks stand in the modern canon, where they have recently appeared, and — most importantly — where fans hope they will go next.
Note: This article discusses publicly known Star Wars projects and fan speculation as of early 2026. Nothing here is insider information, and all predictions are the Council of Elders'' best guess. As Lucasfilm announces new content, we will update this page.
Where Ewoks Are Right Now in Canon
Since Disney''s 2014 canon reset, Ewoks have made a handful of memorable returns:
- The Mandalorian and the wider Mando-verse have quietly re-established Endor as a place with weight and history. The forest moon has been name-dropped and glimpsed in backgrounds.
- The novels and comics set in the New Republic era frequently reference the Ewoks as key allies of the fledgling government, with Endor serving as a pilgrimage site for Rebellion veterans.
- Star Wars: Galaxy''s Edge and other theme-park experiences have kept Wicket and the forest moon culturally visible — you will still find plush Ewoks on shelves in every Disney store.
- LEGO Star Wars games continue to feature Ewoks as playable characters, introducing them to new generations of fans who may not have grown up with Return of the Jedi.
So Ewoks are not gone. They are simmering, waiting for the right story to bring them back to the center of a main narrative.
Why Ewoks Feel Ready for a Comeback
Several trends in modern Star Wars storytelling set the stage for a bigger Ewok revival:
1. The franchise is leaning into cute-but-fierce
Star Wars audiences have embraced Grogu. They have embraced the porgs. They have embraced the Loth-cats. Modern Star Wars is no longer shy about small, adorable characters with big emotional impact — the very thing Ewoks were designed to be forty years ago.
2. Practical creatures are back in fashion
The shift back toward puppetry, animatronics, and on-set creatures — championed by The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, and Skeleton Crew — is great news for Ewoks. Their original costumes were some of the most beloved practical effects in all of Star Wars, and today''s technology could bring them back with even more expression and life.
3. The New Republic era needs its communities
As Disney+ series explore the messy early years of the New Republic, they need places — worlds with culture, history, and stakes. The forest moon of Endor is one of the most recognizable locations in the galaxy, and the Ewoks are its heart.
Tip: If you are a Star Wars fan who has not revisited the original Ewoks animated series recently, now is a great time. Many of its characters, villages, and Ewok traditions are ripe for modern adaptation.
Places Ewoks Could Show Up Next
Here is where the Council of Elders thinks the Ewoks could realistically appear in upcoming Star Wars content:
Disney+ series
A dedicated Ewok-focused Disney+ series has been whispered about by fans for years. Given the success of character-driven shows like Andor, Ahsoka, and Skeleton Crew, a story set on Endor during the early New Republic — perhaps following a young Ewok coming of age as outsiders arrive — is entirely possible. It would be a natural fit for the same team that delivered Skeleton Crew''s kid-friendly but heartfelt tone.
The next generation of films
Lucasfilm has announced several upcoming theatrical Star Wars projects focused on the post-Return of the Jedi era. Any film set near the New Republic''s founding would have reason to revisit Endor. Even a small cameo — a single Ewok drummer at a Rebel memorial — would thrill fans.
Video games
Respawn''s Star Wars Jedi series has already proven that modern Star Wars games can feature lush, living planets. Imagine exploring the Endor canopy in a future entry, climbing tree-village to tree-village, and meeting Ewok characters who remember the Rebellion firsthand. The forest moon is practically begging to be a game location.
Animation
Star Wars: Visions, Tales of the Jedi, and Tales of the Empire have opened the door to experimental, short-form Star Wars storytelling. A Visions episode centered entirely on Ewoks — perhaps in the style of classic hand-drawn adventure animation — could reintroduce them to a whole new audience.
What the Fan Community Wants
Based on the conversations we see across the Ewoks.com village, here is what fans most want from the next wave of Ewok content:
- Treat them with the same respect as other Star Wars species. Modern storytelling has shown that Wookiees, Mandalorians, and Tusken Raiders all have rich cultures. Ewoks deserve the same treatment.
- Lean into the language. Ewokese is a real, developed language. Future content should use it liberally, with subtitles — just like modern Star Wars does with Huttese and Mando''a.
- Introduce new Ewok characters. Wicket, Logray, and Chief Chirpa are beloved, but a new era of storytelling needs new faces. The village has room for more legends.
- Show the rest of the forest moon. Endor is huge. Audiences have seen one village and one corner of one forest. The moon is waiting to be explored.
- Let Ewoks be heroes again. Not just comic relief. Not just background. The warriors who helped bring down a Death Star have plenty of stories left to tell.
A Forward-Looking Promise
Here at Ewoks.com, we believe the best years for Ewoks in Star Wars might actually be ahead, not behind. The original trilogy gave us an unforgettable introduction. The animated series and TV movies gave us depth. The modern era of streaming, games, and experimental storytelling is finally catching up to the idea that small, furry, community-minded heroes are exactly what Star Wars needs right now.
We will be watching every announcement, every trailer, and every leak for signs of the next great Ewok story. And when it comes — whether it is a Disney+ series, a film cameo, a game chapter, or a surprise novel — we will be here to celebrate it with the rest of the village.
Explore More
- Revisit the complete history of Ewoks in Star Wars
- Read our deep dive into every movie, show, and game featuring Ewoks
- Walk through the forest moon''s ecosystem
- Check out the Ewoks.com FAQ for answers to the questions fans ask most
Yub nub — and may the next chapter of Ewok stories be the brightest yet.