Star Wars Rebels Season 4 - Episode 5 May 2026

Upon arrival, the crew is devastated by the planet's state; once vibrant, Lothal is now heavily polluted and scarred by Imperial industrialization.

: The crew is eventually cornered in the cantina, now run by Baron Valen Rudor . They are rescued by Jai Kell , a former Imperial cadet from Season 1. Star Wars Rebels Season 4 - Episode 5

: The episode emphasizes Ezra's personal guilt and frustration over his inability to protect his people while he was away with the larger Rebellion. Upon arrival, the crew is devastated by the

: Ezra and Sabine attempt to contact Ryder at Old Jho’s Pit Stop . They discover that the beloved Ithorian bartender, Old Jho, was executed for helping rebels. : The episode emphasizes Ezra's personal guilt and

: Jai leads the team through the city's sewer system, following a trail of Sabine’s starbird graffiti left by Ryder as a guide. They are eventually picked up by Ryder in a U-wing. Cast and Crew

Reviewers from Den of Geek described the episode as a "grand tour of Lothal" that highlights how much Ezra has grown since the first season.

: The episode holds a 7.5/10 rating on IMDb and a high audience score on Rotten Tomatoes . Star Wars Rebels Season 4 Episode 5 Review: The Occupation