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[Disney+] The Bad Batch
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- Daveman
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[Disney+] The Bad Batch
My daughter is very strict with her bedtime so we still have 15 minutes of the premiere to watch but I really like what I saw. The overall tone of the show was no different than the final season of Clone Wars and Rebels so if you like either I imagine this is an easy recommend.
I was pleasantly surprised at the almost 1.5 hour run time but I'm guessing that won't be standard. The small Rebels cameo was a really nice touch
I was pleasantly surprised at the almost 1.5 hour run time but I'm guessing that won't be standard. The small Rebels cameo was a really nice touch
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
I thought this was fantastic. I missed the early cameo since I didn't recognize the name but read about it after the fact. Nice touch (even nicer if you aren't a dunderhead like me and missed it). I think this show should be a lot of fun. And yes, the other episodes appear to be shorter. (The premiere was about 75 minutes.)
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
Yeah the first portion was fantastic!! I just finished Clone Wars and Rebels recently so this has been a real treat for me.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
My assumption is (on the antagonist)...
Spoiler:
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
Episode 2 was a lower key affair but still enjoying it.
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"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
I'm still really enjoying this! They are definitely building to something.
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"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
The first two were very good. The last few felt a little generic (like they could have fit in any of the animated Star Wars series - I want to see more of the Republic being replaced by the Empire.), but this last one had a recognizable voice that made me smile.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
That was my guess.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
I'm trying to avoid spoilers so haven't read the thread. I've never seen the Clone Wars. Should I do that before watching The Bad Batch?
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
It's pretty much a direct continuation though this just focuses in on one special team of clone commandos post Revenge of the Sith.
Here is the cheat sheet viewing list for Clone Wars if you don't want to watch every single episode:
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
Thanks!
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
You should absolutely watch Clone Wars before the Bad Batch. You may also want to watch Rebels (even though it takes place after the Bad Batch). You should watch Clone Wars anyway, because it's awesome. (Ok, there are plenty of not awesome episodes, but the best Clone Wars rivals the best Star Wars..... or IS the best Star Wars...)
On another note, this week's Bad Batch was - by far - my favorite. Gripping.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
So the Bad Batch first season came to an end. I have really enjoyed the show. I would say this is the Star Wars movie/show that has the least amount (almost none) of the Force in it - which is refreshing. They have towed the line well of having a "child" character be a focus without her becoming annoying and totally useless - far from it in fact. I would say that this season is probably better than the first seasons of Clone Wars or Rebels. Whether it will exceed the best seasons of Clone Wars or Rebels remains to be seen. But, I like it a lot, like the characters, and will be excited for its return next year! Thumbs up!
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"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
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Ditto from me!!! I was afraid Omega would be a distraction but as it turns out she really became like the heart and spirit of the show without taking away from the other elements. I guess I would have still liked a few more Rebels follow-ups/guests but don't want to be too greedy lol.JCC wrote: ↑Sat Aug 14, 2021 10:26 am So the Bad Batch first season came to an end. I have really enjoyed the show. I would say this is the Star Wars movie/show that has the least amount (almost none) of the Force in it - which is refreshing. They have towed the line well of having a "child" character be a focus without her becoming annoying and totally useless - far from it in fact. I would say that this season is probably better than the first seasons of Clone Wars or Rebels. Whether it will exceed the best seasons of Clone Wars or Rebels remains to be seen. But, I like it a lot, like the characters, and will be excited for its return next year! Thumbs up!
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Agree, when she was first introduced i was afraid it would take too much of a kiddy direction with the show but I should have more faith in Filoni by now. I like the direction they took her and it was a very good series.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
We just finished watching this Monday. It had it's highs and lows but over all we really enjoyed it and are glad that there will be a season 2.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
Hot damn!! January 4th!
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
The opening 2 episodes of season 2 are excellent.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
Is anyone else watching this? They put out an awesome 2 parter today which ends the first half of the season.Like all of their animated shows, there are some filler episodes. But the best episodes are fantastic.
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"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
I've been watching. It hasn't been grabbing me as much as last season, but it's been having its moments. I'll be moving forward with it regardless since it's a good "with the kids" show, so I hope when I get to this two-parter it improves my opinion of the season.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
There are some filler episodes, but the underlying arc (which is continued today) is very dark and compelling. Looks like there is a 2 part season finale next week!
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"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
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The season 2 finale was quite the pair of episodes.
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"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
We have been enjoying the season. They have taken their time, which I have no problem with.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
Makes me want to play SWTOR some more.
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I've got 3 episodes of season 2 remaining. So good timing.
The only reason people get lost in thought is because it's unfamiliar territory.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
Absolutely can't wait for the final season. I think the Filoni-verse of animated Star Wars has been awesome. I assume it will come to an end with the Bad Batch, which makes me sad.
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
A very strong finale for the Bad Batch. Not quite as great as Rebels or Clone Wars as a whole, but I still loved it and had a blast watching it.
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"You know, the very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common: they don't alter their views to fit the facts; they alter the facts to fit their views." - The 4th Doctor
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
We love this show and ending was very good.
Haven’t they talked about a movie in the future?
Haven’t they talked about a movie in the future?
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Re: [Disney+] The Bad Batch
It was a good ending, although we were upset that...
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