Star Wars: Visions Season 3: A Deep Dive into Japanese Anime Studios

Experience the Galaxy Reimagined: Star Wars Visions Returns with Japanese Anime Brilliance!

A Fresh Look at a Familiar Universe: Star Wars: Visions' Third Season

Disney and Lucasfilm have recently released the preview for Star Wars: Visions' third volume, scheduled for release this coming October on Disney Plus. As has become customary for the Visions series, it will once again collaborate with a host of exceptional animation production houses.

International Flair in Previous Seasons: A Global Animation Showcase

The previous season of Star Wars: Visions showcased contributions from a variety of international creators. Notably, France's Studio La Cachette, recognized for projects like Love, Death and Robots (2019) and Devil May Cry (2025), and the UK's Aardman, renowned for Wallace and Gromit, were among the participating studios. This upcoming season, however, shifts its focus entirely back to Japan.

A Return to Japan: Nine Studios, Nine Unique Stories

For its latest iteration, Star Wars: Visions will exclusively feature Japanese anime studios. All nine short films will be produced and directed by nine distinct animation powerhouses from Japan, promising a rich tapestry of artistic interpretations.

Veteran and Newcomers Alike: The Diverse Lineup of Japanese Studios

While some formidable studios that participated in the first season, such as Kamikaze Douga, Production I.G., Studio Trigger, Project Studio Q, and Kinema Citrus, are returning, the new season also welcomes several studios for their inaugural involvement with Visions. These exciting additions include Wit Studio, Project No. 9, Polygon Pictures, and David Production.

Acclaimed Studios and Their Signature Works: Highlighting the Talent Behind the Episodes

Anime enthusiasts will instantly recognize major names like Wit Studio, celebrated for its groundbreaking work on the global phenomenon Attack on Titan, as well as other beloved titles like Spy x Family and the initial season of Vinland Saga. Another significant participant is David Production, known for its distinctive animation in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Fire Force, and Cells at Work!

Wit Studio's Unique Take: Exploring "The Bounty Hunters"

Wit Studio will be at the helm of Visions' sixth episode, titled "The Bounty Hunters," directed by Ken Yamamoto. Although specific details about the episode are currently limited, given that Visions typically centers on the Force, Jedi, and Sith, the prospect of seeing Wit Studio's approach to a narrative less focused on these core elements is genuinely exciting.

David Production's Experimental Narrative: Delving into "BLACK"

David Production, also engaged in the eagerly awaited Steel Ball Run anime adaptation, is responsible for the third volume's ninth episode, "BLACK." During AnimeNYC this year, the episode was previewed and characterized as a "highly experimental short" that fuses "psychedelic visuals with minimal dialogue" and is accompanied by a "jazzy Fujiwara Sakura score that evokes the atmosphere of Mos Eisley."

A Star-Studded Voice Cast: Adding Depth to the Animated Tales

Beyond the impressive array of animation studios, the new shorts will also feature a remarkable cast of voice actors. Notable names include George Takei, Simu Liu, Stephanie Hsu, Steve Buscemi, Anna Sawai, Freddie Highmore, Harvey Guillen, Judith Light, and a welcome return by Jodie Turner-Smith, who previously portrayed Mother Aniseya in The Acolyte.

Anticipation Builds for Season 3: A Fusion of Elite Animation and Beloved Saga

With a combination of elite anime studios and a stellar voice cast, the third volume of Visions is shaping up to be exceptionally compelling. Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 is scheduled for exclusive release on Disney Plus on October 29th.