Similar to the "Droids: The Adventures of R2-D2 and C3P0" cartoon series, Ewoks featured the furry creatures' life before the Battle of Endor (Return of the Jedi). Main character and scout Wicket Warrick [Denny Delk] resides in the settlement of Bright Tree, governed by Chief Chirpa [George Buza/Rick Cimino], including Wickett's father Deej and mother Shodu [Esther Scott], friends Princess Kneesaa [Cree Summer], Teebo [James Cranna], Latara [Taborah Johnson], Malani [Alyson Court], Asha, and medicine man Logray.

Most of the Ewok's exploits featured in the show dealt with the dangers of the forest and their adversaries, the Dulok tribe and Morag [Jackie Burroughs] the Tulga Witch.

20th Century Fox released select episodes of the "Ewoks" cartoon on DVD, in 2004.

A 1985 toyline was based directly on this animated series, featuring characters and vehicles from it.

Star Comics released a comic book series on the animated show in 1986, along with the comic book series based on the Droids series, during that same year.