Star Wars Visions Review: “The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope”
After the original “The Ninth Jedi” short made an unforgettable impact, the announcement of a full series in 2026 still feels surreal. To keep fans engaged until then, Production IG presents “The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope” in Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3, directed by Naoyoshi Shiotani.
This follow-up expands the world introduced in the short and hints at the tone the upcoming series might take. While I enjoyed this episode, it felt more like a bridge than a standalone story, making me wish it had been part of the full series instead of a separate short.
“The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope” deviates somewhat from the usual style of Visions, offering a transition from self-contained shorts to a connected narrative. Previously, “The Duel: Payback” introduced how sequel episodes might develop, remaining self-contained but building on prior events.
“I really did like ‘The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope,’ but given its role as a halfway point, I’d prefer it as an opener for the series itself.”
Overall, this episode successfully builds anticipation for the forthcoming series while enriching the existing story world.
Author’s summary: “The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope” effectively bridges the original short and the upcoming series, expanding the story while hinting at a new narrative direction for Star Wars: Visions.
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