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One of the more exciting aspects of The Acolyte for many Star Wars fans was the news that the Disney+ series would introduce a Wookiee Jedi in the form of Master Kelnacca, played by Chewbacca actor Joonas Suotamo (who stepped in to replace Peter Mayhew for the sequel trilogy).
Though the character only made a couple of brief appearances in the first three episodes, the closing moments of last week's instalment indicated that we'd be spending a little more time with the solitary Jedi in self-imposed exile on the jungle planet of Khofar.
As it turns out, Kelnacca's only real function in episode 4 was to die... off-screen!
Though he may still feature in flashbacks, a lot of fans viewed this as a disappointing exit for the character, and it sounds like Suotamo may feel the same.
The actor was asked if showrunner Leslye Headland told him his character would be...
Though the character only made a couple of brief appearances in the first three episodes, the closing moments of last week's instalment indicated that we'd be spending a little more time with the solitary Jedi in self-imposed exile on the jungle planet of Khofar.
As it turns out, Kelnacca's only real function in episode 4 was to die... off-screen!
Though he may still feature in flashbacks, a lot of fans viewed this as a disappointing exit for the character, and it sounds like Suotamo may feel the same.
The actor was asked if showrunner Leslye Headland told him his character would be...
- 6/19/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Spoiler Warning: This story mentions major plot developments in episode 4 of “The Acolyte,” now streaming on Disney+.
Who is that mysterious masked Sith master in “The Acolyte?”
Costume designer Jennifer Bryan knows, and her lips are sealed. She’s not spilling any secrets as to whether any guess is right or wrong.
Episode 4, titled “Day,” picks up in the present. Thanks to episode 3’s flashback, it’s revealed what happened to Mae and Osha in their childhood. Mother Aniseya (Jodie Turner-Smith) and her Zabrak partner created and carried the twins. When Mae and Osha come of age, the ascension ceremony is set, and the coven readies to indoctrinate them as fully-fledged witches. A tragedy results and the entire coven is killed off, except for the twins who bear witness to the scene, and it sets their separation in motion.
In the present, Mae and Qimir (Manny Jacinto), have landed on Khofar seeking her next target,...
Who is that mysterious masked Sith master in “The Acolyte?”
Costume designer Jennifer Bryan knows, and her lips are sealed. She’s not spilling any secrets as to whether any guess is right or wrong.
Episode 4, titled “Day,” picks up in the present. Thanks to episode 3’s flashback, it’s revealed what happened to Mae and Osha in their childhood. Mother Aniseya (Jodie Turner-Smith) and her Zabrak partner created and carried the twins. When Mae and Osha come of age, the ascension ceremony is set, and the coven readies to indoctrinate them as fully-fledged witches. A tragedy results and the entire coven is killed off, except for the twins who bear witness to the scene, and it sets their separation in motion.
In the present, Mae and Qimir (Manny Jacinto), have landed on Khofar seeking her next target,...
- 6/19/2024
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
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Bryce Dallas Howard will be returning to the Star Wars franchise as a director in the upcoming show Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. The show also has great creative minds such as Jon Watts, the Daniels, and more helming various episodes. In a recent interview, Dallas Howard mentioned that she would be excited to have her own film in the franchise.
The Disney-led Star Wars IPs have not been received well by fans of the franchise. The most recent Disney Plus series The Acolyte’s 14% rating on Rotten Tomatoes is proof that the studio is doing something wrong with the IP. Amidst criticisms of the shoddy writing in the show, fans hope Disney would let creators like Bryce Dallas Howard lead a series.
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Actress Bryce Dallas Howard turned director with the Star Wars show The Mandalorian.
The Disney-led Star Wars IPs have not been received well by fans of the franchise. The most recent Disney Plus series The Acolyte’s 14% rating on Rotten Tomatoes is proof that the studio is doing something wrong with the IP. Amidst criticisms of the shoddy writing in the show, fans hope Disney would let creators like Bryce Dallas Howard lead a series.
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Actress Bryce Dallas Howard turned director with the Star Wars show The Mandalorian.
- 6/19/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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The debut of ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ has deeply split the community. The show has received both glowing praise and harsh criticism from fans and critics alike, each passionately arguing whether ‘The Acolyte’ is a groundbreaking addition or a detriment to Star Wars canon.
Moreover, the discussion around canon has been intense across the first four episodes. The show’s pacing has been widely criticized for being inconsistent, yet when pivotal moments occur, they provoke strong reactions from all perspectives.
Let’s begin with the authentic aspects of the show. ‘The Acolyte’ draws from the Expanded Universe and explores the High Republic era of the Star Wars galaxy, providing a fresh perspective without a live-action precedent for comparison. The introduced characters have been vibrant, with particular attention to the Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca, though many feel he has been underutilized and his potential wasted (his backstory will be further explored in...
Moreover, the discussion around canon has been intense across the first four episodes. The show’s pacing has been widely criticized for being inconsistent, yet when pivotal moments occur, they provoke strong reactions from all perspectives.
Let’s begin with the authentic aspects of the show. ‘The Acolyte’ draws from the Expanded Universe and explores the High Republic era of the Star Wars galaxy, providing a fresh perspective without a live-action precedent for comparison. The introduced characters have been vibrant, with particular attention to the Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca, though many feel he has been underutilized and his potential wasted (his backstory will be further explored in...
- 6/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
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Mild spoilers ahead for the first four episodes of "Star Wars: The Acolyte".
Akira Kurosawa's work has been a cornerstone of "Star Wars" since the very beginning. George Lucas's original synopsis for "Star Wars" was, in large part, just the synopsis of Kurosawa's "The Hidden Fortress" with the Japanese names crossed out and the science fiction names of "Star Wars" filled in. The story evolved from there, adding in more swashbuckling and "Flash Gordon" influences. Throw in some "Thx-1138" and "American Graffiti" and you get a world that only George Lucas could have blended up.
From that point forward, Kurosawa has been a major influence on virtually all of the "Star Wars" movies and TV shows. In press events leading up to its release, Lawrence Kasdan cited Kurosawa's "High and Low" as a key reference to "The Force Awakens." Director Rian Johnson clearly loved "Rashomon" and pulled its...
Akira Kurosawa's work has been a cornerstone of "Star Wars" since the very beginning. George Lucas's original synopsis for "Star Wars" was, in large part, just the synopsis of Kurosawa's "The Hidden Fortress" with the Japanese names crossed out and the science fiction names of "Star Wars" filled in. The story evolved from there, adding in more swashbuckling and "Flash Gordon" influences. Throw in some "Thx-1138" and "American Graffiti" and you get a world that only George Lucas could have blended up.
From that point forward, Kurosawa has been a major influence on virtually all of the "Star Wars" movies and TV shows. In press events leading up to its release, Lawrence Kasdan cited Kurosawa's "High and Low" as a key reference to "The Force Awakens." Director Rian Johnson clearly loved "Rashomon" and pulled its...
- 6/19/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
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‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ recently released its third episode, and that it is controversial would be an understatement of the year. In a flashback episode, viewers discover events on the planet Brendok 16 years before the main storyline takes place. It showcases a secretive coven of witches hiding from the Jedi and the Republic, akin to the Nightsisters of Dathomir, they have a unique Force abilities distinct from the Jedi and Sith.
Osha and Mae, the only children on Brendok, are strongly hinted at being born from the Force’s power. Mother Aniseya’s conversation with Mother Koril implies their unusual conception, hinting she may have played a role in their creation. Echoing a line from ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,’ she notably states, “There is no father,” mirroring the phrase used to describe Anakin Skywalker as the Chosen One.
Mother Koril allegedly carried the twins physically while...
Osha and Mae, the only children on Brendok, are strongly hinted at being born from the Force’s power. Mother Aniseya’s conversation with Mother Koril implies their unusual conception, hinting she may have played a role in their creation. Echoing a line from ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace,’ she notably states, “There is no father,” mirroring the phrase used to describe Anakin Skywalker as the Chosen One.
Mother Koril allegedly carried the twins physically while...
- 6/17/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
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After plenty of hype and three episodes of the new Star Wars series The Acolyte, the fans have spoken and almost universally rejected the latest canonical addition to the galaxy far, far away. The show’s third episode proved particularly divisive among the fanbase, who took to social media to reaffirm that Disney had broken the franchise to its core.
The Acolyte has failed to impress Star Wars fans (Credit: Lucasfilm).
In the past, Disney has resorted to playing the victim card and accusing toxic fan culture for the poor or mixed reception of its Star Wars entries. However, amidst the almost universal rejection of The Acolyte and the fanbase’s unity in disliking the series, Disney must admit that their approach to new stories in the space opera franchise is broken and needs course correction.
Star Wars Fans Discuss The Acolyte Breaking the George Lucas Franchise to its Core
Created by Leslye Headland,...
The Acolyte has failed to impress Star Wars fans (Credit: Lucasfilm).
In the past, Disney has resorted to playing the victim card and accusing toxic fan culture for the poor or mixed reception of its Star Wars entries. However, amidst the almost universal rejection of The Acolyte and the fanbase’s unity in disliking the series, Disney must admit that their approach to new stories in the space opera franchise is broken and needs course correction.
Star Wars Fans Discuss The Acolyte Breaking the George Lucas Franchise to its Core
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- 6/16/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
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At the Monte-Carlo TV Festival Saturday, Lee Jung-Jae, one of the stars of new Disney+ series “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” spoke with Variety about how he prepared for his role as Jedi Master Sol, the strengths of Leslye Headland, the show’s creator, as a showrunner, and the relationship between Sol and Amandla Stenberg’s characters.
Lee, who won a Primetime Emmy for “Squid Game,” says that for 50% of “The Acolyte” role he drew inspiration from previous depictions of the Jedi Masters, and “for the remaining 50% I tried to find something that was appropriate to Sol – something that would only incarnate him.” He also consulted with an expert in “Star Wars” lore at Lucasfilm.
In “The Acolyte,” the Jedi Masters are shown to be flawed. How does the show present this? “In ‘The Acolyte,’ what it tries to say is that anyone can make mistakes, but you have to accept the mistakes that you make,...
Lee, who won a Primetime Emmy for “Squid Game,” says that for 50% of “The Acolyte” role he drew inspiration from previous depictions of the Jedi Masters, and “for the remaining 50% I tried to find something that was appropriate to Sol – something that would only incarnate him.” He also consulted with an expert in “Star Wars” lore at Lucasfilm.
In “The Acolyte,” the Jedi Masters are shown to be flawed. How does the show present this? “In ‘The Acolyte,’ what it tries to say is that anyone can make mistakes, but you have to accept the mistakes that you make,...
- 6/15/2024
- by Leo Barraclough
- Variety Film + TV
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The Acolyte, the latest series from the Star Wars universe, is getting a lot of mixed reactions, with its audience and critics as parallel as the Forces. But while the storyline of the same has been deemed widely controversial, it seems the series hasn’t left out on the adventure and the easter eggs as all those die-hard Star Wars fans may have been expecting.
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This comes after the apocalyptic scene in the third episode of the saga aired, which featured a major and incredibly sneaky tribute to one legendary character from the lore. That’s not all; this thoroughly slyly crafted scene, which many fans must have missed to study properly, even hints at the fate that may await Mae Aniseya in the later events of the series.
The Acolyte Episode 3 Pays Homage to One Legendary Character
First off, if you haven’t seen The Acolyte and wish to,...
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This comes after the apocalyptic scene in the third episode of the saga aired, which featured a major and incredibly sneaky tribute to one legendary character from the lore. That’s not all; this thoroughly slyly crafted scene, which many fans must have missed to study properly, even hints at the fate that may await Mae Aniseya in the later events of the series.
The Acolyte Episode 3 Pays Homage to One Legendary Character
First off, if you haven’t seen The Acolyte and wish to,...
- 6/15/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
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The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland opened up about the involvement of Dave Filoni in the making of the new series.
Last year, the long-time Star Wars filmmaker was promoted to Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm and he now oversees the development of all projects that are being made in the franchise across film and TV.
Fans are wondering whether Filoni had any major involvement in the making of The Acolyte considering that it is disconnected from the MandoVerse projects and is exploring a different mythology than the other live-action shows.
The Acolyte Showrunner Reveals Dave Filoni Served as Her Mentor
In an interview, Headland revealed that Filoni was her mentor during the writing process of The Acolyte.
The Lucasfilm Cco guided her on the creation of the witch coven led by Mother Aniseya as we've seen in the recent episode.
The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland opened up about the involvement of Dave Filoni in the making of the new series.
Last year, the long-time Star Wars filmmaker was promoted to Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm and he now oversees the development of all projects that are being made in the franchise across film and TV.
Fans are wondering whether Filoni had any major involvement in the making of The Acolyte considering that it is disconnected from the MandoVerse projects and is exploring a different mythology than the other live-action shows.
The Acolyte Showrunner Reveals Dave Filoni Served as Her Mentor
In an interview, Headland revealed that Filoni was her mentor during the writing process of The Acolyte.
The Lucasfilm Cco guided her on the creation of the witch coven led by Mother Aniseya as we've seen in the recent episode.
- 6/14/2024
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The Acolyte is the latest Star Wars project that has made its way to the screens, with director cum screenwriter Leslye Headland taming it at its helm. While the series has garnered some major critical acclaim, the general audiences and most fan views tend to differ, especially because of the controversial storyline it has followed so far — one that fans can’t help but term “woke.”
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That said, Headland isn’t the only one for critics to praise and fans to curse for bringing something new like this to the table. As it turns out, one other veteran of the saga, who himself has produced some of the most epic Sw projects, was an unsung hero in helping Headland develop this controversial storyline. This was Dave Filoni, who is the current Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm.
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That said, Headland isn’t the only one for critics to praise and fans to curse for bringing something new like this to the table. As it turns out, one other veteran of the saga, who himself has produced some of the most epic Sw projects, was an unsung hero in helping Headland develop this controversial storyline. This was Dave Filoni, who is the current Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm.
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- 6/14/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
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‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ just released its third episode, and the reactions have been more intense than the show itself. This episode stirred controversy by featuring a group of gay space witches who supposedly use the Force to create children. Osha and Mae are proof of this.
Whether you think this bold move is “stunning and brave” or believe that Star Wars is now ruined, you have to admit that Headland was brave to include this, especially knowing how fans usually react to changes in the franchise.
We won’t know if the show breaks any canon until we learn the full story of Osha and Mae. We’re also eager to find out more about the Witches of Brendok, who are different from the Witches of Dathomir. The Witches of Dathomir are already a well-known part of the canon, especially after their big role in the recent ‘Ahsoka’ series.
Whether you think this bold move is “stunning and brave” or believe that Star Wars is now ruined, you have to admit that Headland was brave to include this, especially knowing how fans usually react to changes in the franchise.
We won’t know if the show breaks any canon until we learn the full story of Osha and Mae. We’re also eager to find out more about the Witches of Brendok, who are different from the Witches of Dathomir. The Witches of Dathomir are already a well-known part of the canon, especially after their big role in the recent ‘Ahsoka’ series.
- 6/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
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‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ recently released its third episode, and the reactions have been better than the show itself. It was a highly controversial episode that included the coven of Gay space witches who apparently dabbled in creating kids with the Force. Osha & Mae are a living testament to that.
No matter whether you consider this radical move “stunning & brave” or you’re in the crowd that claims that Star Wars is now literally dead, you have gotta admit Headland had courage to include something like this, knowing from past reactions how fandom reacts to every bit of change in the franchise.
We won’t know whether the show in any way breaks canon until the full origin of Osha & Mae is revealed. We are also looking forward to learning more about Witches of Brendok, who are a separate entity from Witches of Dathomir. Witches of Dathomir are by now...
No matter whether you consider this radical move “stunning & brave” or you’re in the crowd that claims that Star Wars is now literally dead, you have gotta admit Headland had courage to include something like this, knowing from past reactions how fandom reacts to every bit of change in the franchise.
We won’t know whether the show in any way breaks canon until the full origin of Osha & Mae is revealed. We are also looking forward to learning more about Witches of Brendok, who are a separate entity from Witches of Dathomir. Witches of Dathomir are by now...
- 6/14/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
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[This story contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Acolyte‘s third episode, “Destiny.”]
As soon as Star Wars: The Acolyte stars Jodie Turner-Smith and Rebecca Henderson stepped foot onto their South East England-based set, they immediately fell under the spell of a galaxy far, far away. Turner-Smith first visited the stage on a day where she wasn’t working, simply because she couldn’t pass up the chance to witness a particularly fateful duel.
“I actually went to visit set during the scene where Amandla Stenberg’s character fights Carrie-Anne Moss’ character, and I really was just like, ‘Oh my God, this is Star Wars,’” Turner-Smith tells The Hollywood Reporter. “That was definitely my first ‘whoa,’ and I wasn’t even in costume yet.”
Despite being new to Star Wars, Turner-Smith found herself in familiar territory, as her frequent collaborator, Kogonada, directed her in the third and seventh episodes of the Leslye Headland-created mystery-thriller series.
As soon as Star Wars: The Acolyte stars Jodie Turner-Smith and Rebecca Henderson stepped foot onto their South East England-based set, they immediately fell under the spell of a galaxy far, far away. Turner-Smith first visited the stage on a day where she wasn’t working, simply because she couldn’t pass up the chance to witness a particularly fateful duel.
“I actually went to visit set during the scene where Amandla Stenberg’s character fights Carrie-Anne Moss’ character, and I really was just like, ‘Oh my God, this is Star Wars,’” Turner-Smith tells The Hollywood Reporter. “That was definitely my first ‘whoa,’ and I wasn’t even in costume yet.”
Despite being new to Star Wars, Turner-Smith found herself in familiar territory, as her frequent collaborator, Kogonada, directed her in the third and seventh episodes of the Leslye Headland-created mystery-thriller series.
- 6/13/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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The Star Wars franchise has upset the fans yet again. Just a few days ago, Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte dropped on Disney+ as fans waited eagerly to see where the franchise was heading next. However, what was waiting for them was nothing but disappointment.
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte | Lucasfilm
While the critics seem to be thoroughly enjoying the new series, the same cannot be said for the fans who have stayed with the franchise for years and years. There is a clear difference in opinion when it comes to critics and fans and this is quite evident if you take a look at the scores given to The Acolyte on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Acolyte Impresses Critics but Disappoints Fans
A still from The Acolyte | Lucasfilm
Upon its release, The Acolyte had 4.8 million views just on the first day of its release and 11.1 million across the first five days,...
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte | Lucasfilm
While the critics seem to be thoroughly enjoying the new series, the same cannot be said for the fans who have stayed with the franchise for years and years. There is a clear difference in opinion when it comes to critics and fans and this is quite evident if you take a look at the scores given to The Acolyte on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Acolyte Impresses Critics but Disappoints Fans
A still from The Acolyte | Lucasfilm
Upon its release, The Acolyte had 4.8 million views just on the first day of its release and 11.1 million across the first five days,...
- 6/13/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
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Disney+ has struck gold with its newest Star Wars series, The Acolyte. In its first five days of streaming, the series reached an impressive 11.1 million views worldwide, securing the title of the biggest series premiere on the platform for 2024. Although it fell short compared to the high bar set by Ahsoka, which amassed 14 million views in the same time frame, The Acolyte marks a significant achievement for Disney+. According to Disney, the show garnered 4.8 million views on its debut day alone. The show was created by Leslye Headland, known for her work on Russian Doll. Headland...
- 6/12/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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Disney’s new Star Wars project, The Acolyte finally premiered on Disney+ on June 4, 2024, with two episodes, and despite all the controversies and review bombing, the series is still one of the most talked about shows currently. The critics are more or less satisfied, seeing a lot of potential in the series, while the fans are polarized, with some liking the show and others hating it. The latter group is mostly filled with those who don’t like the so-called “woke” content in the show, which makes absolutely no sense. But, whether you think the show is too woke or not, all fans agreed that the opening scene of the series was a complete shocker, and showrunner Leslye Headland was asked to explain the scene in question.
Spoiler alert! For those of you who don’t know what we are talking about, it’s the scene involving the death of...
Spoiler alert! For those of you who don’t know what we are talking about, it’s the scene involving the death of...
- 6/12/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
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The Acolyte Showrunner Explains Why Episode 3 is Entirely a Flashback - Main Image
The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland addressed her decision to make episode 3 an entire flashback story.
The recently aired episode gave fans an insight into the origins of twin sisters Osha and Mae and how they ended up getting separated. It also dealt with a witch coven in Brendok that is practicing their version of the Force.
The early reveal of the flashback came as a surprise for some fans as there were expectations that it would be explored later in the season, but it allowed them to learn more about the characters as the mystery unravel in the present day.
The Acolyte Showrunner Discusses Episode 3's Flashback Storyline
In an interview, Headland explained why she decided to have Osha and Mae's backstory flashback revealed in The Acolyte episode 3, instead of exploring it later in the season.
"I...
The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland addressed her decision to make episode 3 an entire flashback story.
The recently aired episode gave fans an insight into the origins of twin sisters Osha and Mae and how they ended up getting separated. It also dealt with a witch coven in Brendok that is practicing their version of the Force.
The early reveal of the flashback came as a surprise for some fans as there were expectations that it would be explored later in the season, but it allowed them to learn more about the characters as the mystery unravel in the present day.
The Acolyte Showrunner Discusses Episode 3's Flashback Storyline
In an interview, Headland explained why she decided to have Osha and Mae's backstory flashback revealed in The Acolyte episode 3, instead of exploring it later in the season.
"I...
- 6/12/2024
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With so many Star Wars movies and TV shows failing to make it to our screens in recent years, fans remain hopeful that the big screen project revolving around Daisy Ridley's Rey - first announced during last April's Star Wars Celebration - will eventually become a reality.
Essentially "Episode X", the movie is set to take place 15 years after the events of the Skywalker Saga concluded. Rey, now a fully-fledged Jedi Master, will attempt to lead the Jedi into a new age, only for a mysterious dark force to rise in a bid to combat her.
Ms. Marvel director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy remains attached to helm the project which, based on our last update, has been penned by Steven Knight. Originally, Damon Lindelof (Watchmen) was attached to write the screenplay and did so before parting ways with Lucasfilm over creative differences.
The movie, rumoured to be titled Star Wars: New Jedi Order...
Essentially "Episode X", the movie is set to take place 15 years after the events of the Skywalker Saga concluded. Rey, now a fully-fledged Jedi Master, will attempt to lead the Jedi into a new age, only for a mysterious dark force to rise in a bid to combat her.
Ms. Marvel director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy remains attached to helm the project which, based on our last update, has been penned by Steven Knight. Originally, Damon Lindelof (Watchmen) was attached to write the screenplay and did so before parting ways with Lucasfilm over creative differences.
The movie, rumoured to be titled Star Wars: New Jedi Order...
- 6/12/2024
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Leslye Headland is not a tentative person. She pauses before speaking, but not because she’s waffling about what to say. More because she’s a writer and how is almost as important as what she says, and also because we’re talking about The Acolyte, her upcoming TV show set in the Star Wars universe during the High Republic (for the non-saber-pilled among us, that’s about 100 years before The Phantom Menace, the beginning of what’s referred to as the Skywalker Saga, when Sith happens). She is the showrunner,...
- 6/10/2024
- by Kase Wickman
- Rollingstone.com
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The Acolyte is the latest entry in the Star Wars saga, taking place roughly a hundred years before the first installment in the prequel trilogy. Set during the last days of the High Republic era, the series created by Leslye Headland revolves around a Jedi Master’s investigation of a series of Jedi deaths.
Leslye Headland compares The Acolyte character to Ahsoka Tano (Credit: Lucasfilm).
During an interview, Headland spoke with Dave Filoni about crafting the central characters in the new series. At the same time, she compared the Jedi Padawan character Jecki Lon to Ahsoka Tano, one of the most popular characters in the franchise, first introduced during the Clone Wars animated series. Here is what Headland had to say about the similarities between Jecki and Ahsoka.
Leslye Headland Discusses The Acolyte Character’s Similarity With Ahsoka
The Acolyte is a mystery thriller series created by Leslye Headland, starring...
Leslye Headland compares The Acolyte character to Ahsoka Tano (Credit: Lucasfilm).
During an interview, Headland spoke with Dave Filoni about crafting the central characters in the new series. At the same time, she compared the Jedi Padawan character Jecki Lon to Ahsoka Tano, one of the most popular characters in the franchise, first introduced during the Clone Wars animated series. Here is what Headland had to say about the similarities between Jecki and Ahsoka.
Leslye Headland Discusses The Acolyte Character’s Similarity With Ahsoka
The Acolyte is a mystery thriller series created by Leslye Headland, starring...
- 6/9/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
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The first two episodes of The Acolyte hit Disney+ earlier this week and, despite obvious signs of review bombing on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb, the series has been a hit in terms of viewership (it scored the streamer's biggest 2024 launch) and with critics.
With 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, it's up there with Andor as the most critically acclaimed Star Wars TV series yet. That's an impressive achievement and has seen this lead-in to George Lucas' prequel trilogy top the likes of Obi-Wan Kenobi and The Mandalorian.
Showrunner Leslye Headland has previously expressed interest in returning for a second season of The Acolyte but now has another adaptation in mind: Knights of the Old Republic.
The video game was released in 2003 and takes place approximately 4,000 years before the events of the original Star Wars trilogy, during the era of the Old Republic. It was then that the Sith, at the height of their power,...
With 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, it's up there with Andor as the most critically acclaimed Star Wars TV series yet. That's an impressive achievement and has seen this lead-in to George Lucas' prequel trilogy top the likes of Obi-Wan Kenobi and The Mandalorian.
Showrunner Leslye Headland has previously expressed interest in returning for a second season of The Acolyte but now has another adaptation in mind: Knights of the Old Republic.
The video game was released in 2003 and takes place approximately 4,000 years before the events of the original Star Wars trilogy, during the era of the Old Republic. It was then that the Sith, at the height of their power,...
- 6/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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This week Star Wars: The Acolyte takes the spotlight as it lands on Disney+ with its gripping narrative set in a galaxy far, far away. Debuting its first episode, ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ introduces us to a darker spin on the Jedi saga. As Headland notes, I thought it was a good tone-setter for the show. The show sets the stage for unpredictable narratives where the Jedis are going to take some losses and the good guys and the bad guys are not always who you think they are. Amandla Stenberg stars as twin sisters, Mae and Osha, leading the...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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We finally have a detective murder mystery series in the Star Wars universe in the form of Star Wars: The Acolyte. Created by Leslye Headland, the Disney+ series is set 100 years before Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace and we follow the story of a former Padawan as she reunites with her Jedi Master to investigate a murder and a series of crimes only to find something far more sinister then they could have ever anticipated.
While the Headland series is getting favorable reviews from the critics it is getting a big thumbs down from the audience according to its low Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score and IMDb score. So, if you are looking forward to watching Star Wars: The Acolyte here are the dates for all its upcoming episodes.
The Acolyte – Episode Guide (When Will The New Episodes Come Out?) Credit – Disney+
Star Wars: The Acolyte consists of eight episodes in total.
While the Headland series is getting favorable reviews from the critics it is getting a big thumbs down from the audience according to its low Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score and IMDb score. So, if you are looking forward to watching Star Wars: The Acolyte here are the dates for all its upcoming episodes.
The Acolyte – Episode Guide (When Will The New Episodes Come Out?) Credit – Disney+
Star Wars: The Acolyte consists of eight episodes in total.
- 6/7/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
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Anticipation for a New Perspective in the Star Wars Universe I’ve always been a fan of ‘Star Wars,’ it’s an incredible universe to be a part of. With ‘The Acolyte,’ we wanted to explore the complexities of the Jedi Order and shed light on untold stories, Leslye Headland, the creator of The Acolyte, shares her excitement about portraying a fresh narrative within the beloved franchise. I have been saying is quite genre-defying. It’s been a lot of things that I wanted to explore in Star Wars that I have not seen yet added Headland, highlighting the uniqueness of...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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It looks like the Star Wars franchise is on a roll as Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte is the newest addition to the franchise. The show had created immense hype prior to its release date, and it has managed to live up to the buzz. The series has featured a magnetic and compelling storyline that would make its viewers want to watch the episodes immediately before it is even released.
The poster of The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd
The prequel series has a significant impact on the viewers because everything about the show is just perfect down to the last minute detail. Despite the show being a knockout, Headland has been the center of criticism because fans have criticized her ideas and how the show is too woke compared to the other movies and TV series in the franchise; and she can’t catch a break from making the fans mad about her ideas.
The poster of The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd
The prequel series has a significant impact on the viewers because everything about the show is just perfect down to the last minute detail. Despite the show being a knockout, Headland has been the center of criticism because fans have criticized her ideas and how the show is too woke compared to the other movies and TV series in the franchise; and she can’t catch a break from making the fans mad about her ideas.
- 6/7/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
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“Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic” (Kotor) is a role-playing game developed by BioWare and published by LucasArts. It came out in 2003 and is considered one of the best Star Wars games.
The game is set about 4,000 years before the Galactic Empire, during the early years of the ancient Galactic Republic. It follows the “Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi” comics and focuses on the Mandalorian Wars, where the Mandalorian warrior society invaded the Republic. Despite the Jedi’s hesitation, two renegade Jedi Knights, Revan and Malak, led the Republic’s forces against the Mandalorians.
The game received widespread praise and won many awards, including the Game Developers Choice Awards’ 2004 Game of the Year and BAFTA Games Awards’ Best Xbox Game of the Year. GameSpot named it the Best Xbox Game of July 2003 and Best Computer Game of November 2003. Fans have been asking for a reboot or live-action adaptation for a long time.
The game is set about 4,000 years before the Galactic Empire, during the early years of the ancient Galactic Republic. It follows the “Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi” comics and focuses on the Mandalorian Wars, where the Mandalorian warrior society invaded the Republic. Despite the Jedi’s hesitation, two renegade Jedi Knights, Revan and Malak, led the Republic’s forces against the Mandalorians.
The game received widespread praise and won many awards, including the Game Developers Choice Awards’ 2004 Game of the Year and BAFTA Games Awards’ Best Xbox Game of the Year. GameSpot named it the Best Xbox Game of July 2003 and Best Computer Game of November 2003. Fans have been asking for a reboot or live-action adaptation for a long time.
- 6/7/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
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The Acolyte Showrunner Explains the Use of Iconic Star Wars Line in Episode 2 - Main Image
The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland recently opened up about her decision to include an iconic Star Wars line in the series.
The second episode saw Charlie Barnett's Yord mentioning the line "I have a bad feeling about this" to Jecki Lon during a brief moment prior to the intense duel between Sol and Mae.
It continued the long-time Star Wars tradition as we've heard the line being mentioned by fan-favorite characters such as Luke Skywalker and Han Solo in past films.
The Acolyte Showrunner Addresses Why She Used the Iconic Star Wars Line
In an interview, Headland addressed why she included the iconic "I have a bad feeling about this" line in The Acolyte.
She explained that she'd always wanted to include the line in the series and fought for its inclusion as...
The Acolyte showrunner Leslye Headland recently opened up about her decision to include an iconic Star Wars line in the series.
The second episode saw Charlie Barnett's Yord mentioning the line "I have a bad feeling about this" to Jecki Lon during a brief moment prior to the intense duel between Sol and Mae.
It continued the long-time Star Wars tradition as we've heard the line being mentioned by fan-favorite characters such as Luke Skywalker and Han Solo in past films.
The Acolyte Showrunner Addresses Why She Used the Iconic Star Wars Line
In an interview, Headland addressed why she included the iconic "I have a bad feeling about this" line in The Acolyte.
She explained that she'd always wanted to include the line in the series and fought for its inclusion as...
- 6/6/2024
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[This story contains spoilers for the first two episodes of Star Wars: The Acolyte.]
If you study enough trailers and promotional spots, you’ll start to notice the very deep game that trailer editors will sometimes play, especially with franchises as notoriously coy as Star Wars. Of course, any coded language is most evident when watching marketing materials after you’ve finally viewed the title in question, but in the case of the Leslye Headland-created and Amandla Stenberg-led The Acolyte, our first glimpse of their mystery-thriller series offered a few lines that were bound to perk up ears.
In March, when The Acolyte’s official trailer debuted, it began with Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol addressing a group of Jedi younglings by saying, “Close your eyes. Your eyes can deceive you. We must not trust them.” That’s when yours truly theorized that Lee’s character was also offering meta advice to the audience about the Disney+ series’ overall narrative,...
If you study enough trailers and promotional spots, you’ll start to notice the very deep game that trailer editors will sometimes play, especially with franchises as notoriously coy as Star Wars. Of course, any coded language is most evident when watching marketing materials after you’ve finally viewed the title in question, but in the case of the Leslye Headland-created and Amandla Stenberg-led The Acolyte, our first glimpse of their mystery-thriller series offered a few lines that were bound to perk up ears.
In March, when The Acolyte’s official trailer debuted, it began with Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol addressing a group of Jedi younglings by saying, “Close your eyes. Your eyes can deceive you. We must not trust them.” That’s when yours truly theorized that Lee’s character was also offering meta advice to the audience about the Disney+ series’ overall narrative,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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If you want to watch Charlie Barnett star in a Leslye Headland show about complex people navigating sci-fi constructs, you now have multiple choices – the Russian Doll star has followed that series’ creator into The Acolyte. This time, he’s not stuck in a time loop, but instead plays highly-strung Jedi Knight Yord Fandar, unravelling the Force-centric murder-mystery at the core of Headland’s Star Wars show.
Empire sat down with Barnett to talk his entry into the Star Wars universe, his fandom of the animated series, why he initially wanted a purple lightsaber, and Jedi rivalries.
Empire: Were you a Star Wars fan going into The Acolyte?
Charlie Barnett: I am, and was, a Star Wars fan. But I say that with acknowledgment to the levels of Star Wars fandoms. I am not a Bible. I am a fan from the joy I have gotten since I was...
Empire sat down with Barnett to talk his entry into the Star Wars universe, his fandom of the animated series, why he initially wanted a purple lightsaber, and Jedi rivalries.
Empire: Were you a Star Wars fan going into The Acolyte?
Charlie Barnett: I am, and was, a Star Wars fan. But I say that with acknowledgment to the levels of Star Wars fandoms. I am not a Bible. I am a fan from the joy I have gotten since I was...
- 6/5/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
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After a series of major announcements recently, Disney’s new Star Wars project, The Acolyte, quickly gained notoriety and was on track to become the most controversial Star Wars project of all time, even before its official premiere. The series officially premiered on Disney+ on June 4, 2024, with two episodes, and the critics and fans will now finally be able to give their opinions on the talked-about series. While we are going to cover the reviews in a separate article, the show’s controversial showrunner Leslye Headland has recently described The Acolyte as “the gayest Star Wars” to date, a fact that might anger a lot of fans.
Headland has been a target of fan outrage for some time now, as fans think that her approach to the Star Wars universe is completely off; the fact that she herself stated that she was not a fan of the franchise and that...
Headland has been a target of fan outrage for some time now, as fans think that her approach to the Star Wars universe is completely off; the fact that she herself stated that she was not a fan of the franchise and that...
- 6/5/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
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The Acolyte, Disney’s latest high-profile Star Wars show, is set well before the the Skywalker era. Here’s our review of the first two episodes.
Disney’s The Acolyte premiered its first two episodes with a lot of expectations on its shoulders. The recent Star Wars shows have been full of ups and downs; The Mandalorian has lost its groove, Obi-Wan Kenobi was disappointing nostalgia bait, but Andor was genuinely excellent.
The Acolyte has promised to be a darker, more violent take on the galaxy far, far away. But based on the first two episodes, showrunner Leslye Headland has so far served up more of the same as what came before.
We’ll do our best to give you a relatively spoiler-free description of the premise. A young Force-user is wreaking havoc in the galaxy, killing Jedi masters. Lee Jung-jae’s Sol investigates along with a former Padawan and,...
Disney’s The Acolyte premiered its first two episodes with a lot of expectations on its shoulders. The recent Star Wars shows have been full of ups and downs; The Mandalorian has lost its groove, Obi-Wan Kenobi was disappointing nostalgia bait, but Andor was genuinely excellent.
The Acolyte has promised to be a darker, more violent take on the galaxy far, far away. But based on the first two episodes, showrunner Leslye Headland has so far served up more of the same as what came before.
We’ll do our best to give you a relatively spoiler-free description of the premise. A young Force-user is wreaking havoc in the galaxy, killing Jedi masters. Lee Jung-jae’s Sol investigates along with a former Padawan and,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
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When Lee Jung-jae’s previous show Squid Game became a global phenomenon, Star Wars: The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland was among the many viewers who helped make it Netflix’s most popular non-English speaking series. On top of that, she was also writing The Acolyte’s High Republic Jedi character of Master Sol at the same time as her binge, and that’s when it dawned on the Russian Doll creator that the South Korean actor would be a perfect fit for the honorable Jedi. Sol would then go on to serve as a central figure of Headland’s mystery-thriller series that takes place a century before Star Wars: The Phantom Menace (1999).
However, Lee — whom his collaborators affectionately refer to as “J.J.” — remains rather shocked that his Squid Game character, Seong Gi-hun, inspired Headland to write Sol with him in mind.
“I was actually quite surprised when Leslye [Headland] said...
However, Lee — whom his collaborators affectionately refer to as “J.J.” — remains rather shocked that his Squid Game character, Seong Gi-hun, inspired Headland to write Sol with him in mind.
“I was actually quite surprised when Leslye [Headland] said...
- 6/4/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Warning: The following review contains spoilers from the first two episodes of Disney+/Lucasfilm’s series The Acolyte which drop tonight at 6Pm Pt.
It’s a 100 years before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, essentially the whip and buggy days of the Jedi order, where there’s no such thing as light and dark side yet, not even the Sith.
But there’s a great disturbance in the force in the new Star Wars Disney+ series The Acolyte in which Amandla Stenberg’s Mae, a masked jedi who is going around picking fights with (what will be) four good-spirited jedis, i.e. we open on Carrie Anne Moss’ sage Indara getting offed by Mae “to please the master.” That’s an upsetting kill as Moss is in perfect acrobatic shape in a nod to her high-wire Matrix days. Mae slays Indara not with a lightsaber, but rather with little spears.
It’s a 100 years before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, essentially the whip and buggy days of the Jedi order, where there’s no such thing as light and dark side yet, not even the Sith.
But there’s a great disturbance in the force in the new Star Wars Disney+ series The Acolyte in which Amandla Stenberg’s Mae, a masked jedi who is going around picking fights with (what will be) four good-spirited jedis, i.e. we open on Carrie Anne Moss’ sage Indara getting offed by Mae “to please the master.” That’s an upsetting kill as Moss is in perfect acrobatic shape in a nod to her high-wire Matrix days. Mae slays Indara not with a lightsaber, but rather with little spears.
- 6/4/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
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The best Star Wars projects in recent years are the ones that stray from the original story.
From “Rogue One” to “The Last Jedi” to the animated “Visions” and last year’s “Andor,” the franchise finds its footing by taking risks and focusing on original stories that just happen to be set in a galaxy far, far away. With the middling quality of so many other Star Wars offshoots since Disney+ launched in 2019, Leslye Headland’s “The Acolyte” finds company, mercifully, in the former category, with an intriguing crime thriller set further back than any other live-action entry.
“The Acolyte” takes place even longer ago in the galaxy’s history, during the High Republic Era that preceded even young Anakin Skywalker in “The Phantom Menace.” It’s a time of peace, as the opening text says, but like all peaceful pockets in Star Wars, that gets interrupted. A violent crime...
From “Rogue One” to “The Last Jedi” to the animated “Visions” and last year’s “Andor,” the franchise finds its footing by taking risks and focusing on original stories that just happen to be set in a galaxy far, far away. With the middling quality of so many other Star Wars offshoots since Disney+ launched in 2019, Leslye Headland’s “The Acolyte” finds company, mercifully, in the former category, with an intriguing crime thriller set further back than any other live-action entry.
“The Acolyte” takes place even longer ago in the galaxy’s history, during the High Republic Era that preceded even young Anakin Skywalker in “The Phantom Menace.” It’s a time of peace, as the opening text says, but like all peaceful pockets in Star Wars, that gets interrupted. A violent crime...
- 6/4/2024
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
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High Stakes on a Galactic Scale Leslye Headland is not just any director – she’s fulfilling what she describes as her ultimate career goal. As the show’s creator, Headland has a unique burden: I would be lying if I said I wasn’t scared, she admits. This confession underscores the enormity of expectations from both old-school fans and a new audience. The New Narrative Focus Headland’s upcoming series, The Acolyte, promises to introduce audiences to a different era in the Star Wars universe – the High Republic era. Leslye’s project comes with a bold vision to tell a fresh story while...
- 6/4/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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Recent years have seen all manner of Star Wars books and comics set in The High Republic Era released by Lucasfilm. If you have neither the time nor the inclination to devote countless hours to those, you may be concerned about how well you’ll grasp The Acolyte. Thankfully, the latest Star Wars TV series is arguably the most new viewer-friendly effort from the studio since The Mandalorian’s debut season. The result is a gripping new addition to the franchise which, based on the four episodes we’ve seen, will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Familiar yet different, The High Republic Era takes place at a time when the Jedi Order was at the height of its power with few significant threats to worry about. That changes with the appearance of an "acolyte" who has been tasked with killing four members of the Order at the behest...
Familiar yet different, The High Republic Era takes place at a time when the Jedi Order was at the height of its power with few significant threats to worry about. That changes with the appearance of an "acolyte" who has been tasked with killing four members of the Order at the behest...
- 6/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Stars: Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Carrie-Anne Moss | Created by Leslye Headland
Total number of episodes: 8 Episodes watched for review: 2
Created by Leslye Headland (the TV talent behind Russian Doll), The Acolyte is an eight part Star Wars TV series that marks a significant break from the spin-off material we’ve seen so far. For one thing, it’s set 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, meaning that slavish fan service can (hopefully) be kept to a minimum. And for another, the fact that the series is essentially positioned as a murder mystery shows a welcome attempt to play around with genre in the Star Wars universe, something that has arguably been a long time coming.
The show opens in style, with Carrie-Anne Moss’ Jedi Master Indara facing off against a would-be assassin who turns out to be equally proficient in the ways of the Force.
Total number of episodes: 8 Episodes watched for review: 2
Created by Leslye Headland (the TV talent behind Russian Doll), The Acolyte is an eight part Star Wars TV series that marks a significant break from the spin-off material we’ve seen so far. For one thing, it’s set 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, meaning that slavish fan service can (hopefully) be kept to a minimum. And for another, the fact that the series is essentially positioned as a murder mystery shows a welcome attempt to play around with genre in the Star Wars universe, something that has arguably been a long time coming.
The show opens in style, with Carrie-Anne Moss’ Jedi Master Indara facing off against a would-be assassin who turns out to be equally proficient in the ways of the Force.
- 6/4/2024
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
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Here at FandomWire, we review the new Disney+ Star Wars saga The Acolyte. This article does not contain significant spoilers.
While many have openly complained that Disney has ruined Star Wars and Marvel franchises with event-streaming series, I’m not one of them as of late. In fact, with the magnetic and compelling Ahsoka that came out last year, they are on a roll with The Acolyte, a stunning and captivating new chapter in the Star Wars saga.
By the time the fourth episode brings the rising action that wrenches up the tension and suspense to new levels, you have numerous badass lightsaber battles, galactic battlefields, a jaw-dropping introduction to one of the series’ best new villains, and, of course, who doesn’t love a Jedi Wookiee who wields the Force like the back of their scruffy hands?
Not to mention the birth of female action heroines for which Disney does not get enough credit.
While many have openly complained that Disney has ruined Star Wars and Marvel franchises with event-streaming series, I’m not one of them as of late. In fact, with the magnetic and compelling Ahsoka that came out last year, they are on a roll with The Acolyte, a stunning and captivating new chapter in the Star Wars saga.
By the time the fourth episode brings the rising action that wrenches up the tension and suspense to new levels, you have numerous badass lightsaber battles, galactic battlefields, a jaw-dropping introduction to one of the series’ best new villains, and, of course, who doesn’t love a Jedi Wookiee who wields the Force like the back of their scruffy hands?
Not to mention the birth of female action heroines for which Disney does not get enough credit.
- 6/4/2024
- by M.N. Miller
- FandomWire
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Since Disney revived “Star Wars” in 2015 with J.J. Abrams’ “The Force Awakens,” the strongest entries in the franchise have had one trait in common. Rian Johnson’s “The Last Jedi” and Tony Gilroy’s “Andor” both opted to take the franchise in bold new directions, opening up exciting new possibilities for what a “Star Wars” story could be. “The Last Jedi” steered the core narrative away from the Skywalker family, implying that anyone could become a Jedi and, therefore, a hero. “Andor” used familiar settings as the backdrop for an adult political drama about rebellion and imperial administration, rejecting heroes entirely in favor of the individuals who make up mass movements. Fans may not always have seen them as such — “The Last Jedi” faced an infamous fan backlash, while “Andor” Season 1 paled in viewership to the likes of “The Mandalorian” — but these projects offered a lifeline to a saga...
- 6/4/2024
- by Alison Herman
- Variety Film + TV
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The Jedi barely appear in the original Star Wars trilogy. Obi-Wan and Yoda are both hermits hiding from their own failures in distant corners of the galaxy, and both die after teaching Luke Skywalker a bit about the Force. Luke himself never technically completes his training, though he gets close enough to be considered a Jedi master in later films. So the Jedi exist more as a exciting symbol in those early films,...
The Jedi barely appear in the original Star Wars trilogy. Obi-Wan and Yoda are both hermits hiding from their own failures in distant corners of the galaxy, and both die after teaching Luke Skywalker a bit about the Force. Luke himself never technically completes his training, though he gets close enough to be considered a Jedi master in later films. So the Jedi exist more as a exciting symbol in those early films,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Alan Sepinwall
- Rollingstone.com
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The "Star Wars" and "The Matrix" franchises share an interesting history. In 1999, there was only one movie that truly mattered for geeks, and that was George Lucas' "Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace." Everything else was an appetizer for the long-awaited return of the series that captured the imagination of a generation.
"The Matrix," which opened two months before the first "Star Wars" film in 16 years, wound up outshining "The Phantom Menace," and, though it did not outgross Lucas' film, it generated more buzz and speculation about how the Wachowskis would explore this expansive universe in future installments.
Though Keanu Reeves' Neo was the savior protagonist, the character that first grabbed our attention was Carrie-Anne Moss' Trinity. She's the star of the film's dynamic opening scene, in which she defies gravity and runs up walls while taking out a quartet of cops with astonishing ease. Welcome to "The Matrix,...
"The Matrix," which opened two months before the first "Star Wars" film in 16 years, wound up outshining "The Phantom Menace," and, though it did not outgross Lucas' film, it generated more buzz and speculation about how the Wachowskis would explore this expansive universe in future installments.
Though Keanu Reeves' Neo was the savior protagonist, the character that first grabbed our attention was Carrie-Anne Moss' Trinity. She's the star of the film's dynamic opening scene, in which she defies gravity and runs up walls while taking out a quartet of cops with astonishing ease. Welcome to "The Matrix,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
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Idw's Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures comic books have explored Yoda's place in The High Republic era, leading to hopes among fans that the iconic Jedi Master might show up in The Acolyte.
A Yoda cameo would make sense considering how high the stakes in the series are expected to be. However, new comments from showrunner Leslye Headland (via SFFGazette.com) suggest we should temper expectations about him or any other well-known Star Wars characters making cameo appearances.
"Can you imagine? Can you imagine if they were like, 'No problem. You can use Yoda. Not a big deal. Go for it.' No, there is not [a Yoda cameo]," she admitted. "We are pulling characters from the High Republic, and characters from [EU [Expanded Universe]. That's it."
The mention of the Expanded Universe is bound to draw some interest, particularly if it means Lucasfilm plans to address the lineage of Sith Masters who eventually led to Emperor Palpatine.
A Yoda cameo would make sense considering how high the stakes in the series are expected to be. However, new comments from showrunner Leslye Headland (via SFFGazette.com) suggest we should temper expectations about him or any other well-known Star Wars characters making cameo appearances.
"Can you imagine? Can you imagine if they were like, 'No problem. You can use Yoda. Not a big deal. Go for it.' No, there is not [a Yoda cameo]," she admitted. "We are pulling characters from the High Republic, and characters from [EU [Expanded Universe]. That's it."
The mention of the Expanded Universe is bound to draw some interest, particularly if it means Lucasfilm plans to address the lineage of Sith Masters who eventually led to Emperor Palpatine.
- 6/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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The Star Wars franchise keeps expanding, and we are not complaining! The next step for the sci-fi franchise that has long become a cultural phenomenon is Star Wars: The Acolyte. The television series was created by Leslye Headland and will be released on Disney+. The series is set before the events of the main Star Wars films and will focus on a Jedi investigating a series of crimes. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it?
Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024) | Disney+
What’s more intriguing is the fact that The Acolyte will feature a weapon that is new to the live-action universe – the lightwhip. Now, just mere days before the premiere of the series, showrunner Lesley Headland dropped the bomb that The Acolyte will have yet another lightsaber in the spotlight, something which even baffled the prop department.
‘The Acolyte’ Has a New Lightsaber A still from The Acolyte trailer | Disney+
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Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024) | Disney+
What’s more intriguing is the fact that The Acolyte will feature a weapon that is new to the live-action universe – the lightwhip. Now, just mere days before the premiere of the series, showrunner Lesley Headland dropped the bomb that The Acolyte will have yet another lightsaber in the spotlight, something which even baffled the prop department.
‘The Acolyte’ Has a New Lightsaber A still from The Acolyte trailer | Disney+
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- 6/2/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
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It looks like Leslye Headland has become the new savior for George Lucas’ Star Wars universe as she has come up with The Acolyte, which takes place before the prequel trilogy. The series is the first live-action Star Wars project of the year, and turns out that it is the show that Disney had been looking for so long, that could save the age-old franchise.
A still from The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd
The sci-fi franchise has recently met with immense criticism from fans because the recent films were box office bombs, and some fans believe that the new trilogy has negatively expanded their favorite universe. However, it looks like Headland’s upcoming show can get on the good side of the fans. Primarily because the expectations from the series are immensely high, especially after the trailer has created a lot of buzz from the fans.
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A still from The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd
The sci-fi franchise has recently met with immense criticism from fans because the recent films were box office bombs, and some fans believe that the new trilogy has negatively expanded their favorite universe. However, it looks like Headland’s upcoming show can get on the good side of the fans. Primarily because the expectations from the series are immensely high, especially after the trailer has created a lot of buzz from the fans.
Leslye Headland’s The...
- 6/1/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
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Created by Leslye Headland, The Acolyte is nearing its premiere date and the series has fans excited for the first live-action depiction of the High Republic era in the Star Wars franchise. However, in the build-up to the show’s release, Headland had been criticized by haters who doubted her affection for the galaxy far, far away.
Leslye Headland created the upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte (Credit: Lucasfilm).
During a recent interview, Headland spoke about her favorite moments in the Star Wars franchise. She made a candid revelation about one particular scene that remains a fan-favorite despite belonging to the divisive prequels era. Here is what Headland said about her favorite Star Wars moment and how her comments silenced doubters on social media.
The Acolyte Creator Leslye Headland Revals One of Her Favorite Star Wars Moments
The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland reveals her favorite Star Wars moment, citing the...
Leslye Headland created the upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte (Credit: Lucasfilm).
During a recent interview, Headland spoke about her favorite moments in the Star Wars franchise. She made a candid revelation about one particular scene that remains a fan-favorite despite belonging to the divisive prequels era. Here is what Headland said about her favorite Star Wars moment and how her comments silenced doubters on social media.
The Acolyte Creator Leslye Headland Revals One of Her Favorite Star Wars Moments
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- 5/31/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
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Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte is the latest Star Wars offerings, and from the trailers and teasers, it appears to be a promising addition to the franchise. However, when the show’s creator, Leslye Headland, recently revealed the inspiration behind the series, citing the legendary George Lucas, fans weren’t exactly over the moon, and here’s why.
Mae (Amandla Stenberg) in Lucasfilm’s The Acolyte, exclusively on Disney+. ©2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.
For many fans, George Lucas is synonymous with Star Wars. He birthed the iconic universe that has captivated audiences for generations. However, a significant portion of the fandom seems to agree that Lucas’s later involvement may have negatively impacted the franchise. Now, with his influence over this new project, concerns have risen among fans.
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte Drew Inspiration from George Lucas
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Mae (Amandla Stenberg) in Lucasfilm’s The Acolyte, exclusively on Disney+. ©2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.
For many fans, George Lucas is synonymous with Star Wars. He birthed the iconic universe that has captivated audiences for generations. However, a significant portion of the fandom seems to agree that Lucas’s later involvement may have negatively impacted the franchise. Now, with his influence over this new project, concerns have risen among fans.
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte Drew Inspiration from George Lucas
Leslye Headland’s recent interview shed light on the creation...
- 5/31/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
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Kathleen Kennedy is familiar with the difficulties that women often face in the male-dominated Star Wars world.
In a brief conversation with The New York Times, Kennedy opened up about Leslye Headland’s upcoming series The Acolyte, and how she has faced misogyny as the head of Lucasfilm.
“Operating within these giant franchises now, with social media and the level of expectation — it’s terrifying,” she told the publication. “I think Leslye has struggled a little bit with it. I think a lot of the women who step into Star Wars struggle with this a bit more. Because of the fan base being so male-dominated, they sometimes get attacked in ways that can be quite personal.”
Kennedy’s comments come ahead of the release of the Disney+ series, which some in the fandom are already slamming for its inclusion of several women and people of color in powerful positions.
“Why are there so many women,...
In a brief conversation with The New York Times, Kennedy opened up about Leslye Headland’s upcoming series The Acolyte, and how she has faced misogyny as the head of Lucasfilm.
“Operating within these giant franchises now, with social media and the level of expectation — it’s terrifying,” she told the publication. “I think Leslye has struggled a little bit with it. I think a lot of the women who step into Star Wars struggle with this a bit more. Because of the fan base being so male-dominated, they sometimes get attacked in ways that can be quite personal.”
Kennedy’s comments come ahead of the release of the Disney+ series, which some in the fandom are already slamming for its inclusion of several women and people of color in powerful positions.
“Why are there so many women,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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Every fandom has its share of toxic elements, but it's probably fair to say that Disney-era Star Wars has experienced more negativity and backlash from a certain contingent of fans than any other franchise over the past few years.
There was the expected amount of pushback to Daisy Ridley being announced as the lead of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but it really picked up when her character, Rey, was deemed to be a "Mary Sue." The toxicity arguably reached a crescendo when Kelly Marie-Tran's Rose Tico was introduced in The Last Jedi, but the general perception among some fans that Star Wars has become too pandering in its representation and inclusivity continues.
With The Acolyte - a new Disney+ series from showrunner Leslye Headland featuring a primarily female cast - on the horizon, Lucasfilm CEO Kathleen Kennedy acknowledged that coming aboard the franchise can be a "terrifying" experience for female filmmakers and actors.
There was the expected amount of pushback to Daisy Ridley being announced as the lead of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but it really picked up when her character, Rey, was deemed to be a "Mary Sue." The toxicity arguably reached a crescendo when Kelly Marie-Tran's Rose Tico was introduced in The Last Jedi, but the general perception among some fans that Star Wars has become too pandering in its representation and inclusivity continues.
With The Acolyte - a new Disney+ series from showrunner Leslye Headland featuring a primarily female cast - on the horizon, Lucasfilm CEO Kathleen Kennedy acknowledged that coming aboard the franchise can be a "terrifying" experience for female filmmakers and actors.
- 5/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy opened up about the sexism that has occurred in the Star Wars fandom for the past several years.
Since Disney brought the Star Wars franchise back into the mainstream fold, we've witnessed sexism, misogyny, and racist comments from some fans against female and minority characters.
It is still a recurring issue up to this day with the release of The Acolyte as some fans have also accused it of being "woke" due to the diverse characters that are leading the ensemble.
Also Read: The Acolyte Showrunner Reveals How Many Seasons She's Planning for the Series
Kathleen Kennedy Addresses the Toxic Fandom in Star Wars
In a recent interview, Kennedy opened up about the sexism from Star Wars fans against the female characters in the franchise.
"My belief is that storytelling does need...
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy opened up about the sexism that has occurred in the Star Wars fandom for the past several years.
Since Disney brought the Star Wars franchise back into the mainstream fold, we've witnessed sexism, misogyny, and racist comments from some fans against female and minority characters.
It is still a recurring issue up to this day with the release of The Acolyte as some fans have also accused it of being "woke" due to the diverse characters that are leading the ensemble.
Also Read: The Acolyte Showrunner Reveals How Many Seasons She's Planning for the Series
Kathleen Kennedy Addresses the Toxic Fandom in Star Wars
In a recent interview, Kennedy opened up about the sexism from Star Wars fans against the female characters in the franchise.
"My belief is that storytelling does need...
- 5/30/2024
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