Ewok Media: Every Movie, Show, and Game Featuring Ewoks
Since their debut in 1983, the Ewoks have appeared across an impressive range of media — from blockbuster films and animated television series to TV movies, video games, books, and comics. This comprehensive guide covers every major Ewok appearance, helping fans discover (or rediscover) the furry warriors of Endor across the full Star Wars media landscape.
The Big Screen: Return of the Jedi (1983)
The Ewoks burst onto the scene in Star Wars: Episode VI — Return of the Jedi, directed by Richard Marquand and produced by George Lucas. Inhabiting the forest moon of Endor, the Ewoks became unlikely allies to the Rebel Alliance in the fight to destroy the second Death Star. The film introduced iconic characters like Wicket W. Warrick, Chief Chirpa, Logray, and Teebo, and gave audiences one of cinema's most memorable battle sequences. Love them or debate them, the Ewoks became an indelible part of Star Wars history overnight. Discover every named Ewok from the film in our guide to Every Ewok Character in ROTJ.
The TV Movies: Caravan of Courage and The Battle for Endor
Two made-for-television films expanded the Ewoks' story beyond the original trilogy:
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Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure (1984) — This family-friendly adventure follows Wicket and a group of Ewoks as they help two young human siblings, Mace and Cindel Towani, search for their parents after a crash landing on Endor. The film leaned into fantasy and fairy-tale storytelling, showcasing Endor's diverse creatures and landscapes.
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Ewoks: The Battle for Endor (1985) — The darker sequel sees young Cindel and the Ewoks facing off against the marauder king Terak and the cunning witch Charal. With higher stakes and more action, this film pushed the Ewoks into genuinely perilous territory.
Both films were produced by Lucasfilm and aired on ABC. They remain cult favorites among Star Wars fans and are essential viewing for Ewok enthusiasts. Read our full breakdown in the Ewok TV Movies guide.
The Animated Series: Ewoks (1985–1986)
Running for two seasons on ABC, the Ewoks animated series brought Bright Tree Village to Saturday morning television. The show followed Wicket, Princess Kneesaa, Teebo, and Latara on adventures through the forests, mountains, and swamps of Endor. Threats ranged from the bumbling Duloks to powerful sorcerers and strange creatures.
Season one featured lighter, more comedic episodes, while season two took on a slightly more serious and serialized tone. The animation was produced by Nelvana, the Canadian studio also responsible for the animated Boba Fett segment in the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special. For a full episode guide and deep dive, visit our Animated Series Guide.
Video Games
Ewoks have popped up in numerous Star Wars video games over the decades:
- Star Wars: Battlefront (2015) and Battlefront II (2017) — The forest moon of Endor is a fan-favorite multiplayer map, and Ewoks feature as AI allies and environmental elements. Battlefront II introduced the beloved Ewok Hunt mode, a tense asymmetric multiplayer experience where Imperial troops must survive the night against an ever-growing horde of Ewoks armed with spears, torches, and the darkness itself.
- LEGO Star Wars series — Ewok characters appear as playable minifigures across several LEGO Star Wars titles, complete with their trademark hoods and tiny spears.
- Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes — The mobile RPG features a full Ewok faction, allowing players to build teams with Wicket, Chirpa, Logray, Teebo, Paploo, and Elder. The Ewok squad is known for its synergy and is required for certain legendary events.
- Star Wars: Commander — This mobile strategy game let players deploy Ewok troops in base-building and combat scenarios on Endor.
Books, Comics, and Beyond
The Ewoks have appeared in a wide array of expanded universe material:
- Marvel and Dark Horse comics featured Ewok stories set before and after the Battle of Endor, exploring tribal conflicts, spiritual quests, and encounters with off-world visitors.
- Children's books and storybooks brought the Ewoks to young readers through picture books, read-along adventures, and coloring books throughout the 1980s and 1990s.
- Reference books like the Star Wars Encyclopedia and various visual guides have expanded on Ewok biology, culture, and history.
Theme Parks and Live Experiences
Ewok characters have been a staple of Star Wars-themed attractions at Disney parks, appearing in meet-and-greet experiences, parades, and seasonal events. The lush forest environments at Galaxy's Edge evoke the spirit of Endor, even if the land is set on a different planet.
Why the Ewoks Endure
Across four decades of media, the Ewoks have proven remarkably resilient. They connect with audiences through their warmth, bravery, and humor — qualities that translate seamlessly from film to animation to interactive gaming. Whether you are revisiting a childhood favorite or exploring Ewok media for the first time, there is a rich library of content waiting beneath the canopy.
This guide is maintained by The Council of Elders and updated as new Ewok media is released.