‘Ahsoka’ release date, trailer, cast: What to know about new 'Star Wars' series

Since the release of the animated series "Star Wars: The Clone Wars," Ahsoka Tano has become a fan favorite among "Star Wars" fans. Now, Anakin Skywalker’s padawan will have her own series – "Ahsoka."

Created by Dave Filoni, "Ahsoka" is one of the most anticipated new releases of the year. The new show will follow Ahsoka as she tracks down Grand Admiral Thrawn and reunites with the "Rebels" crew, including Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, Chopper and Ezra Bridger.

On Tuesday, the latest “Ahsoka" trailer gave fans a first look at live-action Grand Admiral Thrawn and what’s to come.

Here’s what to know about the “Ahsoka" series, including its release date and cast.

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‘Ahsoka’ release date: When does the show come out?

"Ahsoka" will make its debut on Disney+ on August 23.

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‘Ahsoka’ trailer

Here's a look at the new "Ahsoka" trailer, which was released Tuesday.

Who is playing Ahsoka?

Rosario Dawson will play Ahsoka. Dawson made her Ahsoka debut on Season 2 of "The Mandalorian."

Dawson was also on several Marvel series, including Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist and The Defenders.

Who plays Thrawn in ‘Ahsoka’?

Lars Mikkelsen will play Grand Admiral Thrawn. Mikkelsen voiced Thrawn on the animated series "Star Wars: Rebels."

'Ahsoka' cast members

• Sabine Wren: Natasha Liu Bordizzo

• Hera Syndulla: Mary Elizabeth Winstead

• Ezra Bridger: Eman Esfandi

• Morgan Elsbeth: Diana Lee Inosanto

• Baylan Skoll: Ray Stevenson

• Shin Hati: Ivanna Sakhno

• Huyang: David Tennant

Who are the executive producers and directors of ‘Ahsoka’?

Filoni is the executive producer of "Ahsoka" alongside Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Colin Wilson and Carrie Beck, according to starwars.com. Karen Gilchrist is the co-executive producer.

Directors of the series include Filoni, Steph Green, Peter Ramsey, Jennifer Getzinger, Geeta Vasant Patel and Rick Famuyiwa. Kevin Kiner is the composer.

Contributing: Kate Tully Ellsworth, Reviewed

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