Here’s a *sneak preview* of the iconic Dark Lord of the Sith — Darth Vader — as he appears in the upcoming STAR WARS: REBELS season finale: “Fire Across the Galaxy”! The FIRST EVER broadcast will be on Disney XD March 2nd at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT!

Teaser with footage of the finale:

Here also is Vader’s initial appearance in STAR WARS:  REBELS — during the extended version of the debut episode: “Spark of the Rebellion”.

Continuing with the celebratory return of Vader — here’s a fun look at a DARTH VADAR LIVES button (Note the misspelling in this official, 1977 button!).

Set between the STAR WARS movies: REVENGE OF THE SITH and A NEW HOPE  — the REBELS story unfolds during a dark time when the evil Galactic Empire is tightening its grip of power on the galaxy. The motley but clever crew of the starship Ghost — cowboy Jedi Kanan, ace pilot Hera, street-smart teenager Ezra, the “muscle” Zeb, warrior firebrand Sabine, and cantankerous old astromech droid Chopper — are among a select few who are brave enough to stand against the Empire. Together, they face threatening new villains, encounter colorful adversaries, embark on thrilling adventures and become heroes with the power to ignite a rebellion.

– Jay West