Star Wars: The Clone Wars

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Season 1
Season #: 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 222 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 193 out of 222
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 222
  3. Negative: 8 out of 222
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  1. libno
    Nov 16, 2010
    6
    Actually pretty good. I think the only reason this kicked crap out of the movie is that the TV show can deliver us scenes without making it into a big mess.
  2. PolisKanin
    Mar 15, 2014
    4
    I have no idea why this has such high ratings. anyone giving this a high rating has clearly gone to Mos Eisley Cantina and got drunk with Han Solo, and thought Greedo shot first.
  3. Ujichan
    Feb 15, 2015
    4
    Good part, esoteric references and story of the Rise of the Republic. Bad Part, making Clones and battle droids look like intelligent being with their own personality's. Good for kids, and seekers of the Esoteric side of the force,
  4. TheApplegnome
    Dec 8, 2015
    6
    George Lucas and ”his” projects continue to submerge in quality.

    The journey in the galaxy far, far away continues where the somewhat bad; theatrical film left of. We follow several different characters during the infamous ’Clone Wars’ and see many different perspectives of the epic war. There isn't a specific focus on a specific individual, just the war as a whole. The characters as    George Lucas and ”his” projects continue to submerge in quality.

    The journey in the galaxy far, far away continues where the somewhat bad; theatrical film left of. We follow several different characters during the infamous ’Clone Wars’ and see many different perspectives of the epic war. There isn't a specific focus on a specific individual, just the war as a whole. The characters as often expressed in a very plot-centric way and there isn't any time for feel nor understanding to them; it’s obvious that George Lucas was deeply involved with this project. They aren't alive and we don't really get to know them. The dialogs are just as Lucas-ish as ’The Phantom Menace’; many are reused, forced, too fact-based and very reaction-ish. The adventures of the main antagonists can be very entertaining but also draggy between different episodes. The plot can be smooth and really good but all to often very rushed, stupid and boring. It doesn't get any better that the whole show isn't in a chronological order, poor kids that are new to the show and can't hang along. Such a smart choice by the writers! The show still got some bright spots like great cinematography, many inside-jokes and connections to the films, and the plot can be good from time to time. Still; the CGI can be very depressing and the show tries very hard to be entertaining but it really isn't. There’s no empathy to the dry and almost non-existing characters nor any real entertainment to the plot. This first season might work for you, but wont for others. But for me is it still somewhat okay to watch, but nothing I would watch if it wasn't due to the near presence of ’The Force Awakens’.

    My overall personal rating for each episode is 7.17/10.

    Personal rating: 6/10
    Critical rating: 4/10    … Expand
  5. Kai82
    Mar 9, 2021
    6
    While the show itself gets really awesome later on the first season is not that good in comparison. It has a slower start and gets a lot better with the later episodes. For clarification: It is also not awful or garbage as it is just weaker and for the second half I would give an 8/10 if not even higher. It could also be that many viewers have abandoned the show after a few episodesWhile the show itself gets really awesome later on the first season is not that good in comparison. It has a slower start and gets a lot better with the later episodes. For clarification: It is also not awful or garbage as it is just weaker and for the second half I would give an 8/10 if not even higher. It could also be that many viewers have abandoned the show after a few episodes because of this. A weaker first season is common in many science fiction shows as the people involved have to get used to the characters, lore and worldbuilding. With more experience or run time the stories get better, the characters get more depth atop of defined characteristics and the lore / worldbuilding improves as the creators know better what works and what to avoid. To be sacrilegious and make a Star Trek comparison for Star Wars it was the same for “The Next Generation” and “Deep Space Nine” or to name another series for “Stargate” too. For the stories this season plays it safe and well. We got decent to good stories and well done action. However it does not wow me enough to rate it higher overall. Again I must clarify that this season has it highlights especially at the second half. For the characters we got some good set ups, character development and some inside views for factions, cultures and institutions. For me the Clone Wars had created some very good characters that I enjocey, cared for and gave immersion. Ahsok Tano is the equivalent of Harley Quinn from Batman the animated series. She became a fan favorite (and one of mine too) and transcended her initial appearance. Also I like Captain Rex, Kit Fisto, Wullf Yularen, Asajj Ventress and of cause Cad Bane who is a force to be recognized and a one of my favorite additions. I will only name characters here that appear in this season (There are far more great characters but these do not show up in this season). I must remark that General Grivous was a far more intimidating character in his former incarnation but got demoted to this. His backstory is actually tragic and worth knowing. His hatred against the Republic is understandable. This season lays some good foundations and the characters improve / develop in the later half and more in later seasons. I must point out that some characters are a bit bland in this season like Mace Windu until the final episodes, Kit Fisto or Aayla Secura for example (Borderline foe Aayla Secura as I think they could have done more with her). I must warn you that they have some episodes with Jar Jar Binks. He is mostly tolerable and I like him in one episode but his first appperance is awful. For the animations I will praise the show. Everything looks amazingly well. It aged good and the unique style is well done. My complaint with the animations is that I find the faces of some characters need a bit time to get used too. Soundtrack is done really well and enhances the atmosphere (= No complaints). I have another complaint character wise. Anakin as General committed a serious war crime in the episode “Storm over Ryloth”. This is never correctly addressed and he deserved serve punishment for breaking his word and betrayal of the rules (I am a bit vague here to avoid spoilers). This is no valid tactical move and harms his side as it can be used against them in many ways (Remember what you can justify as Separatist because of this. They / He lost the (moral) high ground here to make a bad pun. Overall season 1 has a weaker start and great second half. It lays a solid foundation for later seasons. The second half is definitely a lot better and an easy recommendation. My favorite episodes for season 1 were “Ambush” for its set up idea, challenge and resolution. “Defenders of Peace” for the interesting clash of ideology and climax. “Trespass” for dealing with an interesting humanly problem, politics and solution. “Blue Shadow Virus” and “Mystery of a thousand Moos” which are connected for the idea, set up, Dr. Vindi, Jaybo Hood and the resolve of the characters. “Innocents on Ryloth” and “Liberty of Ryloth” tell a good story about the price of war, conflicts and compromise. Finally the last episode “Hostage Crisis” is a masterpiece. Good story, pacing, first appearance of Cad bane and climatic action.… Expand
  6. ChesterKiwi
    Apr 4, 2016
    6
    This first season seem of The Clone Wars is very kid-friendly and can be hard to really like, especially the first with the childish actions of Ahsoka Tano and mostly flat and unconvincing dialogue.
  7. geewah
    Jan 9, 2021
    5
    I have been told this show gets better the further it goes. It needs to as I found this series to be a hard slog at times.

Awards & Rankings

52
#52 Best TV Season of 2008
14
#14 Most Discussed TV Season of 2008
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#4 Most Shared TV Season of 2008

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Metascore
64

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    50
    This new show is at least better paced than the horribly wooden prequels, but little about Clone Wars is involving.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Jeff Jensen
    75
    At least the TV spin-off is decent--definitely more suspenseful and character-centric than the bombastic pilot flick.
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  3. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Ray Richmond
    80
    Although no half-hour TV series is going to capture the visual splendor and sophisticated sound of the big-screen experience, it's surprising how well this series reflects the style, attitude, ideals and spirit of the six "Star Wars" films.
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