The Star Wars galaxy is about to plunge into its darkest chapter yet with Crimson Dawn: A Star Wars Story (2026). This highly anticipated standalone film explores the rise of the infamous Crimson Dawn syndicate, led by the enigmatic and vengeful Darth Maul alongside his cunning second-in-command, Qi’ra (Emilia Clarke). Set in the lawless depths of the galaxy, the film offers a gritty, high-stakes look at the power struggles, betrayals, and ruthless ambition that define the criminal underworld.

The trailer unveils a sinister, shadowy world where Maul, having survived his fall from the Sith, rebuilds his empire, using Crimson Dawn to manipulate galactic events from the shadows. Qi’ra, torn between loyalty and self-preservation, maneuvers through treacherous alliances, her hidden ambitions subtly shifting the balance of power. As rival crime syndicates rise to challenge them, Maul’s thirst for vengeance fuels a series of violent confrontations, thrilling lightsaber duels, and daring heists.

From intense space chases to brutal underworld negotiations, Crimson Dawn immerses audiences in a world where survival is dictated by cunning and strength. The final moments of the trailer deliver a chilling image—Maul, bathed in the red glow of his ignited double-bladed lightsaber, declaring, “The galaxy will know our name—Crimson Dawn.”

With a compelling blend of action, intrigue, and moral complexity, Crimson Dawn: A Star Wars Story explores the rise of the syndicate that lurked behind the galaxy’s greatest conflicts. In 2026, prepare to witness the ruthless expansion of power in a Star Wars story unlike any before.