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What to expect in this edit:
I’ve seen many attempts to edit Star Wars Rebels here, most of which take the form of movies but I just don’t feel like the structure of this show lends itself to that style of edit very well. After watching EddieDean’s Clone Wars Refocused I was inspired to create my own fanedit tv series.
This is the first fanedit I’ve ever done but at this stage I’ve been working on it for over 2 years plus so have become very familiar with the tools I’m using. If you do happen to find any mistakes or have any feedback you’d like to give, please send me a message or post below to let me know.
My Goal with this edit is to address many of the concerns fans have had with this series. I’ve been attempting to reduce the overall “kiddyness” of the show. To achieve this, I’m taking out a lot of repetition when it comes to expositions (this was done initially to help younger kids process what was going on) and a lot more of the overly “cartoon” feeling moments within the show. This has lead me to cutting much dialogue between Zeb and Ezra and some of the more out of character reactions to situations. I’m trying to tighten up the overall story and increase the pace of the show where I can. I’ve completely restructured season 3’s timeline of events and generally try to bolster the character of Thrawn to keep him feeling like a constant threat and acting more competently. I’ve tried to preserve character development and moments as much as practically possible. I’ve cut redundant dialogue: e.g. anything repeated multiple times by different characters or quips and unneeded comments.
I’ve cut episodes: S01E03: Droids in Distress, S01E06: Breaking Ranks, S01E11: Idiot’s Array, S02E05: Wings of the Master, S02E06: Blood Sisters, S02E07: Stealth Strike, S02E12: Legends of the Lasat, S03E03: The Antilles Extraction, S03E05: The Last Battle, S03E07: Iron Squadron, S03E11: Ghosts of Geonosis Part 1, S03E12: Ghosts of Geonosis Part 2, S03E13: Warhead (mostly, I use a Thrawn seen from it), S03E17: Secret Cargo, S03E18: Double Agent Droid, S04E03: In the Name of the Rebellion Part 1 and S04E04: In the Name of the Rebellion Part 2. So far, I’ve cut over 9 hours from the show.
I’ve created introduction texts for every episode written in the style of opening crawls and with the visual appearance like the “a long time ago, in a galaxy far far away” text. These helps me convey story beats, events between episodes, passage of time, plot setup, and some various other things depending on the episode.
I’ve also added additional visual effects to Jedi Temple visions/scenes on Lothal as I believe these didn’t feel mystical enough. I’ve removed Sabine from an episode she was previously in. I’ve changed the Bendu’s look when he becomes a force storm so he’s not a giant face inside a storm. Now, he is just a storm until he gets shot down. I occasionally add to the audio by adding sound effects or by removing lines from scenes.
Unfortunately, when I first started this project I did not take notes of what I cut and what I’ve changed. From V4 onwards I have taken notes. However, this does not cover the majority of the changes I’ve made for the show in the first two seasons. I will have full notes of what’s included for seasons 3 and 4.
This project is currently mostly completed in 1080p 5.1 sound. V4 provides 4K recolor, 1080p recolor and 1080p download options all with 5.1 sound. I feel the 4K color correction version will be the best version of the edit once it’s complete as that’s what my recolor is designed for. The colors shift when going through the upscale process and it desaturates the colors slightly.
Progress:
- All episodes have been released as V3.
- All episodes will be released in V4 format, see here
How to watch:
If you’re at all interested in this project PM me for the spreadsheet link! Any and all feedback/ideas are appreciated!
I’ve been trying to provide more flexibility in terms of download links the spreadsheet. I’m beginning the process of having an all V4 1080p Recolors in GoogleDrive, Mega and Telegram, all download options will always be in Terabox due to it allowing me 1TB free storage. I’m hoping this provides everyone with the most flexibility and choice when it comes to downloading/steaming my edit.
Ways to watch:
This project is currently mostly in 1080 and 4k Resolutions with 5.1 sound. Episodes in season 4 are stereo 1080p.
The complete version is V3, however it lacks polish and doesn’t align 100% presentations wise with V4.
There are 1080p (no recolor), 1080p (recolor) and 4K (recolor) options available for download.
RedHeadJedi Style Custom Plex Posters
Edit Examples
Revamped Introduction Sequence
https://youtu.be/F7Y099HBdHg
Revamped End Credits
https://youtu.be/6P2QsPctMZM
Revamped Lothal Temple Example
https://youtu.be/RvmWGczDVpk
AI Voice Replacement for Sith Holocron
https://youtu.be/WFHXEmIXrWU
Vader Eye Recolor
https://youtu.be/e5xlTdLsVA0
Bendu Force storm Visual rework
https://youtu.be/k_CvUxWykjs
Original Versus Recolor
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New Kessel VFX
Ezra’s Lothal Temple Sequence
Kanan’s Lothal Temple Sequence
Added lightning to old lightsaber
Darth Vader Eye color change
Bendu’s force storm VFX
Season 1:
The Ghost Crew is assembled! The threat of the Grand Inquisitor looms over Ezra Bridger and Kanan Jarrus.
Rebels Recut - S01E01 - Spark of Rebellion - V4.10 (released: 2024-08-31)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- V4.3 changes
- v4.4 changes
- V4.5 changes
- V4.6 changes
- V4.7 changes
- V4.8 changes
- V4.9 changes
- v4.10 changes
- Runtime: 42.33
- Edit of S01E01-2: Spark of Rebellion Part 1 and 2. Expect Many dialogue and scene cuts. New intro and new credits have been added.
- Description: The shadow of the Empire Looms over the Galaxy with it bringing tyranny to the Outer Rim world of Lothal. A mysterious boy Ezra Bridger runs into a group of Rebels. With them, he will discover what destiny has in store for him.
Rebels Recut - S01E02 - Familial Bonding - V4.4 (released: 2024-09-06)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- V4.3 changes
- V4.4 changes
- Runtime: 30.50
- Edit of S01E04: Fighter Flight and S01E07: Out of Darkness. Expect many dialogue and scene cuts. New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: Ezra and Zeb are forced to bond as Hera sends them on a wild Meiloorun chase. Hera and Sabine are forced to trust each other as they find themselves in unforeseen circumstances.
Rebels Recut - S01E03 - Old Masters - V4.3 (released: 2024-09-09)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- V4.3 changes
- Runtime: 22.53
- Edit of S01E05: Rise of the Old Masters. Not much changed as overall this episode was quite solid. A few dialogue cuts and some minor scene cuts. New intro and new end credits.
- Description: Kanan struggles to train Ezra as the Rebels discover an old Jedi Master is being held captive in the Stittgen system.
Rebels Recut - S01E04 - Empire Day - V4.2 (released: 2024-08-22)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- V4.3 changes
- Runtime: 41.24
- Edit of S01E08: Empire Day and S01E09: Gathering Forces. Again not too much cut or changed here as these episodes were quite good but expect dialogue cuts and minor scene changes. New intro and credits.
- Description: The Ghost crew uncovers key imperial intel and must protect it at all costs.
Rebels Recut - S01E05 - Trial of the Jedi - V4.3 (released: 2024-05-25)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- V4.3 changes
- Runtime: 22.18
- Edit of S01E10: Path of the Jedi. Very minor dialogue cuts for an overall awesome episode. Edits focused on modifying visual effects of the force visions inside the Temple. New intro and credits.
- Description: Ezra must face his first test along his path to becoming a Jedi.
Rebels Recut - S01E06 - Broadcast of Hope - V4.2 (released: 2024-05-29)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- Runtime: 20.35
- Edit of S01E12: Vision of Hope. Dialogue cuts, scene cuts, new intro and new credits.
- Description: The crew of the Ghost try to thwart an Imperial plan to capture an exiled dignitary who wants to host a secret rally on Lothal.
Rebels Recut - S01E07 - A Message to Lothal - V4.2 (released: 2024-05-30)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- Runtime: 59.21
- Edit of S01E13: Call to Action, S01E14: Rebel Resolve and S01E15: Fire Across the Galaxy. Minor Dialogue changes/cuts and minor scene cuts. New introduction and new credits
- Description: The Ghost crew create a plan to inspire and bring hope to the people of Lothal.
Season 2:
With the loss of the Grand Inquisitor far darker and more evil threats await the Ghost crew.
Rebels Recut - S02E01 - The Siege of Lothal - V4.2 (released: 2024-06-09)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- Runtime: 39.16
- Edit of S02E01: The Siege of Lothal (1) and S02E02: The Siege of Lothal (2). Scene cuts, Minor Dialogue cuts. Cut the people of Tarkintown surviving to add more gravity to Vader ordering it burnt down. I reluctantly cut the line from Vader “perhaps Kenobi” in response to the Emperor saying Ashoka could lead to “other lost Jedi”. After the (in my opinion disappointing) Kenobi series, this line feels out of place as Vader knows Kenobi is out there and survived. This makes Rebels fit back into the canon nicer. New intro and new credits.
- Description: The Ghost crew have left Lothal. Being apart of Phoenix Squadron the Galaxy needs them elsewhere. However, an insidious plot from the Empire draws them back.
Rebels Recut - S02E02 - Relics of the Republic - V4.2 (released: 2024-06-16)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- Runtime: 36.18
- Edit of S02E03: The Lost Commanders and S02E04: Relics of the Old Republic. Scene cuts, Dialogue cuts. Cut Rex introducing himself as captain as he was promoted to commander in TCW. New intro and new credits. Cut Joopa subplot from The Lost Commanders.
- Description: Ahsoka sends the Rebel crew to find and recruit a war hero to their cause, however an unlikely suspect puts their mission at risk.
Rebels Recut - S02E03 - Pirates of the Horn - V4.2 (released: 2024-06-21)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- Runtime: 19.43
- Edit of S02E06: Brothers of the Broken Horn. Opening scenes cut completely, dialogue cuts. Mentions of the inquisitors cut to fit the episode better where it is in the season now. Mentions to Azmorigan knowing Ezra are cut, in this edit this is their first meeting. New Intro and Credits
- Description: Ezra meets esteemed pirate Hondo! Here, they go on a mission as Ezra considers the offer to join Hondo’s crew.
Rebels Recut - S02E04 - Brother and Sister - V4.2 (released: 2024-06-21)
- V4 changes
- V4.1 changes
- V4.2 changes
- Runtime: 37.25
- Edit of S02E05: Always Two There Are and S02E10: The Future of the Force. Opening of Always Two there are cut, cut Zeb and Chopper scenes down dramatically to keep higher tension. Cut Ahsoka finding the mother of the child alive, this now implies another death in the show. Dialogue cuts, scene cuts. New Intro and new Credits.
- Description: On a search for abandoned medical supplies, Ezra, Zeb, Sabine, and Chopper find themselves confronted by a new enemy who are seeking out Force-sensitive children.
Rebels Recut - S02E05 - Return to Lothal - V4 (released: 2024-01-20)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 43.21
- Edit of S02E11: Legacy and S02E12: A Princess on Lothal. Dialogue and scene cuts as always. New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: After seeing another force vision, Ezra and Kanan return to Lothal to investigate.
Rebels Recut - S02E06 - The Protectors - V4 (released: 2024-01-26)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 23.53
- Edit of S02E13: The Protector of Concord Dawn. Minor dialogue cuts, scene reworks where it would normally fade to black. Not much changed here as the episode is quite solid. New introduction and end credits.
- Description: In need of new hyperspace routes due to Imperial pressure, the rebels find a shortcut but must first gain permission to use it.
Rebels Recut - S02E07 - The Purrgil - V4 (released: 2024-01-29)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 23.08
- Edit of S02E15: The Call. Minor dialogue and scene cuts. Not too much changed here. New introduction and end credits.
- Description: Ezra discovers a deep connection in the force with the strange deep space creatures known as the Purrgil.
Rebels Recut - S02E08 - Rebels of Ryloth - V4 (released: 2024-02-02)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 20.52
- Edit of S02E16 Homecoming. Dialogue and scene cuts. New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: The rebels contact a familiar ally who needs help to fight off the Imperial bombing attack on his planet. If they work together, the rebels might be able to find a new home.
Rebels Recut - S02E09 - The Honorable Ones - V4 (released: 2024-01-05)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 22.39
- Edit of S02E17 The Honorable Ones. Minor Dialogue cuts, scene cuts. Overall an awesome episode. One of the best in the series if you ask me! New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: Zeb and Agent Kallus find themselves stranded on one of the moons of Geonosis. They will have to work together if they wish to survive.
Rebels Recut - S02E10 - Shroud of Darkness - V4 (released: 2024-03-10)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 21.10
- Edit of S02E18: Shroud of Darkness. Fight choreography tightened up, Dialogue cuts, Scene cuts, Added effects in vision sequences, Changed Kanan’s extra saber to orange instead of red. Another strong episode! New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: Only just surviving their Inquisitor encounters, Kanan and Ezra seek advice from Ashoka on how to proceed.
Rebels Recut - S02E11 - A New Base - V4 (released: 2024-03-16)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 22.48
- Edit of S02E19: The Forgotten Droid and S02E20: The Mystery of Chopper Base. Major Dialogue and Scene cuts (especially for The Forgotten Droid which is one of worst needed episodes of the show). New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: As the Rebels search for a new planet to call home, an unlikely hero finds the solution but are the Rebels alone in their new found home?
Rebels Recut - S02E12 - Twilight of the Apprentice - V4 (released: 2024-03-27)
- V4 changes
- Runtime 43.08
- Edit of S02E19: Twilight of the Apprentice Part 1 and S02E20: Twilight of the Apprentice Part 2. Minor dialogue and scene cuts. New visual effects added to the lightsaber Ezra picks up to make it zap before breaking, AI used to create new audio for the Sith Holocron voice (so it doesn’t just sound like Asajj Ventress, now it is Kreia from KoTOR2). New visual effects added to Vader to change his eye color. New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: On a quest for knowledge from Master Yoda, Kanan, Ezra and Ashoka make there way to Malachor.
Season 3:
With the Inquisitors gone, more and different threats take their place. The Rebels must defend their secret base location and overcome what challenges lay ahead.
Rebels Recut - S03E01 - Into Shadow - V4 (released: 2024-04-05)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 43.13
- Edit of S03E01: Steps Into Shadow Part 1 and S03E02: Steps Into Shadow Part 2. Minor dialogue and scene cuts. New audio effects added to the Sith Holocron voice (so it doesn’t just sound like Asajj Ventress). New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: Ezra, Sabine, Zeb, Chopper and Hera set out to rescue Hondo Ohnaka. Meanwhile Kanan discovers an interesting ally.
Rebels Recut - S03E02 - Imperial Supercommandos - V4 (released: 2024-04-21)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 22.57
- Edit of S03E07: Imperial Supercommandos. Minor dialogue and scene cuts. New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: Having lost contact with the Protectors of Concord Dawn, Sabine, Ezra, and Fenn Rau investigate.
Rebels Recut - S03E03 - The Shadow - V4 (released: 2024-05-15)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 63.05
- Edit of S03E03 Holocrons of Fate, S03E11 Visions and Voices, S03E20 Twin Suns and S03E14 Warhead. Dialogue and scene cuts. Particularly anything that mentions Thrawn as at this time in my edit our Rebels haven’t come face to face with him yet. New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: When Maul takes the crew of the Ghost hostage, Ezra and Kanan must recover the ancient Sith Holocron if they hope to save them.
Rebels Recut - S03E04 - The Syndulla Kalikori - V4 (released: 2024-05-22)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 22.34
- Edit of S03E05 - Hera’s Heroes. Minor Dialogue cuts. Scene cuts focused on removing Sabine from this episode as she’s no longer with the gang at this point in my edit. New Introduction and new end credits.
Description: Grand Admiral Thrawn is putting pressure on Hera’s home on Ryloth. With the assistance of her father, she decides to personally recover a family heirloom. But Thrawn is waiting.
Rebels Recut - S03E05 - The Darksaber of Mandalore - V4 (released: 2024-06-04)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 42.23
- Edit of S03E15: Trials of the Darksaber and S03E16: Legacy of Mandalore. Minor Dialogue cuts, minor scene cuts, new introduction and new end credits.
- Description: Sabine must learn to wield the ancient Mandalorian weapon the Darksaber if she hopes to reunite Mandalore. If she can reunite her people, they would be a great asset to the Rebellion.
Rebels Recut - S03E06 - Fulcrum - V4 (released: 2024-06-11)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 41.47
- Edit of S03E10: An Inside Man and S03E17: Through Imperial Eyes. Minor Dialogue and Scene cuts. Sabine removed from the episode as she’s not apart of the Ghost crew at this time in my edit. New introduction and end credits.
Description: Having been tipped off by Fulcrum, Kanan and Ezra must infiltrate an Imperial manufacturing factory on Lothal. They must hide their tracks wisely if they want to avoid Thrawn.
Rebels Recut - S03E07 - Zero Hour - V4 (released: 2024-06-16)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 43.15
- Edit of S03E21: Zero Hour: Part One and S03E22: Zero Hour: Part Two. Minor dialogue edits and scene cuts. New introduction and new end credits. Reworked Bendu Cloud storm VFX.
Description: The Rebels get ready to initiate their attack on the Imperial manufacturing factory located on Lothal.
Season 4:
Reunited with the wider Rebellion the Ghost crew seeks the complete liberation of Lothal and it’s people.
Rebels Recut - S04E01 - The New Mandalore - V4 (released: 2024-08-13)
- V4 changes
- Runtime: 36.48
- Edit of S04E01: Heroes of Mandalore: Part 1 and S04E02: Heroes of Mandalore: Part 2. Minor Dialogue cuts and minor scene cuts. New introduction and new end credits.
- Description: Sabine leads Ezra, Kanan and an army of Mandalorians back on her home world of Mandalore. She seeks to rescue her father from Imperial captivity while further rallying the other Mandalorian clans.
Rebels Recut - S04E02 - The Tie Defender - V3 (released: 2022-07-20)
Runtime: 63.02
Edit of S04E05: The Occupation, S04E06: Flight of the Defender, S04E07: Kindred. Minor Dialogue and minor Scene Cuts. New Introduction and new end credits. References to Saw Gerrera cut (I did like his initial appearance in the show, however, it is the weakest arc from season 4, it don’t add to the overall plot of Rebels AND he makes appearances in everything! So, I don’t think we need him here anymore.)
Description: Ezra and the Ghost crew are called back to Lothal and away from Yavin IV. Here they must face the Imperial threat once more.
Rebels Recut - S04E03 - Assault on the Factory - V3 (released: 2022-07-21)
Runtime: 50.08
Edit of S04E08: Crawler Commandeers, S04E09: Rebel Assault and S04E10: Jedi Night. Most of Crawler Commandeers is cut, this episodes predominantly felt too out of place tonally for this season. Minor Dialogue and scene cuts. New introduction and new special end credits.
Description: While Sabine, Ezra, Kanan, Zeb and Ryder attempt to contact Hera on Yavin IV. Hera must plea her case to the wider rebellion as to why they must destroy the Imperial Tie Defender Factory on Lothal.
Rebels Recut - S04E04 - Wolves and a Door - V3 (released: 2022-07-22)
Runtime: 64.51
Edit of S04E11: DUME, S04E12: Wolves and a Door and S04E13: A World Between Worlds. Minor scene and dialogue cuts. New introduction and new end credits.
Description: Ezra leads the Ghost crew back to the Jedi temple on Lothal where they discover that the Empire has diabolical plans for the powerful secrets it holds.
Rebels Recut - S04E05 - Family Reunion - V3 (released: 2022-07-22)
Runtime: 63.30
Edit of S04E14: A Fool’s Hope, S04E15 and S04E16: Family Reunion – and Farewell. Minimal changes here just minor dialogue and scene cuts. New introduction and end credits.
Description: Ezra and the Ghost crew look to complete their ultimate mission: to liberate Lothal from the clutches of the Empire.
Rebels Recut - S04E06 - Farewell (Epilogue) - V3 (released: 2022-07-22)
Runtime: 4.16
Edit of S04E16: Family Reunion - and Farewell. No cuts here just the epilogue with new introduction and special end credits.
Description: Sabine reflects on the time spent after the Liberation of Lothal from the Empire and eludes to the next part of her journey.
Season 0: Tales of the Rebels
Stories from different shows that explore the timeline or context for Rebels characters.
Rebels Recut - S00E01 - Tales of the Rebels - The War on Ryloth - V3 (released: 2023-02-10)
Runtime: 20.19
Edit of S03E03: Supply Lines and S01E19: Storm over Ryloth of Star Wars The Clone Wars. Only the Cham and Master Di line is kept from Supply Lines and minor dialogue and scenes are cut. The Anakin teaching Ashoka storyline is cut from Storm over Ryloth as this is not the focus for this edit.
Description: Before the formation of the Ghost Crew, Hera Syndulla’s father Cham fought against the Separatist invasion to save his home planet of Ryloth.
This episode is skippable if you watch EddieDean’s the Clone Wars Refocused.
Rebels Recut - S00E02 - Tales of the Rebels - Liberation of Ryloth - V3 (released: 2023-02-15)
Runtime: 32.35
Edit of S01E20: Innocents of Ryloth and S01E21: Liberty on Ryloth of Star Wars The Clone Wars. B plot with the clones cut from Innocents of Ryloth to keep the focus on Kenobi’s mission and only minor dialogue and scene cuts from Libery on Ryloth.
Description: Anakin Skywalker’s feet has provided the opportunity for both General Kenobi and General Windu to commence the ground assault to free Ryloth from separatist control.
This episode is skippable if you watch EddieDean’s the Clone Wars Refocused.
Rebels Recut - S00E03 - Tales of the Rebels - Occupation of Ryloth - V3 (released: 2023-02-25)
Runtime: 47.16
Edit of S01E11: Devil’s Deal and S01E12: Rescue on Ryloth of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Minor dialogue and scene cuts to keep the focus on the Syndulla’s and the ongoing Ryloth plot. New introduction and end credits.
Description: The Republic was reorganised into the Galactic Empire. The promise of the Clones leaving Ryloth after the war has been broken and the Imperial Occupation has begun.
Rebels Recut - S00E04 - Tales of the Rebels - Dume - V3 (released: 2023-03-10)
Runtime: 37.37
Edit of S01E01: Aftermath of Star Wars: The Bad Batch and Star Wars Audio Comics: Star Wars: Kanan Full Series (Original video can be found on YouTube). Major cuts to only include the Caleb Dume parts of bad batch and to change the focus away from the batch. Major cuts and edits to make the Audio comic fit into the new canon. Cuts to the comics that don’t follow how Caleb survived order 66.
Description: “Execute Order 66.” Young Caleb Dume must do everything he can to survive in a Galaxy ready to hunt down the Jedi.
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