Disney+ announced that the final season of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" will premiere on February 21, 2024, with a three-episode launch. The season will have 15 episodes, concluding on May 1, 2024. The new teaser features the shocking return of Asajj Ventress, a character believed dead after the events of "Star Wars: Dark Disciple." Despite her surprising appearance, Brad Rau, the supervising director, reassures fans that any new stories will align with established canon. "The Bad Batch" follows the elite and experimental clones as they navigate a rapidly changing galaxy post-Clone Wars. Season 3 is expected to test their limits as they fight to reunite with Omega and struggle for freedom from the Empire, while teaming up with unexpected allies and embarking on dangerous missions.

How does Asajj Ventress return in "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" when she was believed to be dead?

The creative team behind "The Bad Batch" has not provided details on how Ventress returns but has assured that her story will be consistent with existing "Star Wars" lore, suggesting that her resurrection will be addressed within the show's narrative in a way that honors her past and the established canon.

Background: Asajj Ventress is a character deeply woven into the "Star Wars" universe, known for her complex journey from Jedi Padawan to Sith assassin and, ultimately, bounty hunter. Her intricate backstory and eventual redemption were explored in various media, including "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" animated series and the novel "Dark Disciple." Her return in "Star Wars: The Bad Batch" is another exciting twist for long-time fans, adding to the rich tapestry of "Star Wars" storytelling.