The official Twitter page forStar Wars The Acolytejust teased the release of a trailer for tomorrow via a pretty ominous poster.
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After the unanimous critical acclaim ofAndor, and the relative success ofAhsoka,The Acolytepromises to be Disney+’s next big bet in theStar Warsuniverse. Let’s see what all the fuss is about.
What is Star Wars The Acolyte?
UnlikeThe MandalorianandAhsoka, which take place in the times betweenReturn Of The JediandThe Force Awakens,The Acolyteis the series’ boldest attempt at a prequel yet. It’s set during the last days of the High Republic, which began five centuries before the destruction of the original Death Star. It’s a time of prosperity for the galaxy, but one constantly threatened by the threat of the dark side.
The journey begins around one century before the prequels, with a Padawan and her Jedi Master taking a detour from what’s common in this universe, and going on sleuthing adventures as they uncover dark secrets and conspiracies.
The Acolyte cast and crew
The show is helmed by Leslye Headland,creator of Russian Doll,who’ll also direct some episodes. The remaining episodes will have Kogonada and Alex Garcia Lopez in the director’s seat.
The cast will have Amandla Stenberg as the protagonist, Lee Jung-jae as her master, and also feature names such as Carrie-Anne Moss, Jodie Turner-Smith, Dafne Keen, and Manny Jacinto.
The Acolyte rumors and possible spoilers
Are the events ofTheAcolytethe catalyst for the downfall of the High Republic? We’ll see.
The trailer forStar Wars Acolytewill come out March 19, and the show will begin streaming on Disney+ on June 4.
