Star Wars: The Acolyte Leaked Footage Features An Intense Force Battle And A Badass Carrie-Anne Moss
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace returns to theaters this weekend to celebrate its 25th anniversary. With a month or so before The Acolyte premieres on Disney+, Lucasfilm is looking to build hype for that by attaching an extended preview to the 1999 movie.
Now, that sneak peek has leaked online (via SFFGazette.com) and it features an edge-of-your-seat clash.
The clip kicks off with Amandala Stenberg's Mae entering a cantina and approaching a hooded figure who we soon learn is Carrie-Anne Moss's Jedi Master Indara.
A fight ensues which highlights martial arts and the Force, with Indara eventually wielding her green lightsaber as the footage comes to an end (it's then followed by a previously released trailer). The action here is top-notch and may sway those who have written The Acolyte off before it's even begun.
"She is very much inspired by Trinity," showrunner Leslye Headland previously said of Indara,...
Now, that sneak peek has leaked online (via SFFGazette.com) and it features an edge-of-your-seat clash.
The clip kicks off with Amandala Stenberg's Mae entering a cantina and approaching a hooded figure who we soon learn is Carrie-Anne Moss's Jedi Master Indara.
A fight ensues which highlights martial arts and the Force, with Indara eventually wielding her green lightsaber as the footage comes to an end (it's then followed by a previously released trailer). The action here is top-notch and may sway those who have written The Acolyte off before it's even begun.
"She is very much inspired by Trinity," showrunner Leslye Headland previously said of Indara,...
- 5/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is an upcoming TV show created for Disney+ and a part of a Star Wars franchise. The show has been discussed since 2019, the premiere of ‘The Rise of the Skywalker’ when Leslye Headland expressed interest in the franchise as a massive fan.
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects. Recently, a new trailer for the show dropped and over the course of numerous interviews, Headland revealed what fans can expect. If you don’t have time to comb through hours of text, we’ve summarized everything for you in this neat guide.
‘The Acolyte’ takes place during the High Republic Era, and focuses on bad...
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects. Recently, a new trailer for the show dropped and over the course of numerous interviews, Headland revealed what fans can expect. If you don’t have time to comb through hours of text, we’ve summarized everything for you in this neat guide.
‘The Acolyte’ takes place during the High Republic Era, and focuses on bad...
- 4/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is a new TV series coming to Disney+, part of the Star Wars universe. The idea was first talked about in 2019, after Leslye Headland, a big Star Wars fan, showed interest.
In April 2020, it was confirmed that Headland would be in charge of the show, focusing on female characters. Now, with a new trailer out and several interviews, Headland has shared some details about what viewers can look forward to. If you want a quick overview, we’ve got you covered right here.
‘The Acolyte’ is set in the High Republic Era, shining a spotlight on the darker side of the story
‘The Acolyte’ marks the first live-action TV series centered on the High Republic Era, and the second overall. It’s officially set during the later years of the High Republic Era, occurring a century before the events of ‘Episode I: The Phantom Menace.’ This era,...
In April 2020, it was confirmed that Headland would be in charge of the show, focusing on female characters. Now, with a new trailer out and several interviews, Headland has shared some details about what viewers can look forward to. If you want a quick overview, we’ve got you covered right here.
‘The Acolyte’ is set in the High Republic Era, shining a spotlight on the darker side of the story
‘The Acolyte’ marks the first live-action TV series centered on the High Republic Era, and the second overall. It’s officially set during the later years of the High Republic Era, occurring a century before the events of ‘Episode I: The Phantom Menace.’ This era,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is the next big thing in the Star Wars universe. It’s the first live-action show set in the High Republic era, and it’s groundbreaking because it will portray the Jedi as the bad guys, as they are an overwhelming systemic force in that specific time period.
We’ve learned a lot about the show in the past few weeks since the trailer dropped, especially about its influences. The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it draws heavily from Samurai and Wuxia films, promising some very exciting action scenes.
Now, many fans haven’t delved into the broader Star Wars universe beyond just the live-action films and shows. Leslye Headland also explained that the High Republic books were a major influence, even adapting some characters to the big screen.
Amandla Stenberg, who will be portraying Mae, explained to Total Film how the...
We’ve learned a lot about the show in the past few weeks since the trailer dropped, especially about its influences. The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it draws heavily from Samurai and Wuxia films, promising some very exciting action scenes.
Now, many fans haven’t delved into the broader Star Wars universe beyond just the live-action films and shows. Leslye Headland also explained that the High Republic books were a major influence, even adapting some characters to the big screen.
Amandla Stenberg, who will be portraying Mae, explained to Total Film how the...
- 4/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is the next most anticipated thing in the Star Wars universe. This is the first live-action show set in the High Republic era, and it’s groundbreaking because it will “sort of” portray the Jedi as the bad guys, due to them being an overwhelming systemic force in that specific time period.
We’ve learned a lot about the show in the past few weeks since the trailer dropped. Most about its influences. The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it has a lot of influences from Samurai and Wuxia films, which will lead to some very promising action scenes.
Now a lot of fans never really checked out the rest of the Star Wars beyond just live-action films and shows, as Leslye Headland also explained that High Republic books were a major influence, even adapting some characters to the big screen.
Now Amandla Stenberg,...
We’ve learned a lot about the show in the past few weeks since the trailer dropped. Most about its influences. The show was pitched as “Frozen meets Kill Bill” and it has a lot of influences from Samurai and Wuxia films, which will lead to some very promising action scenes.
Now a lot of fans never really checked out the rest of the Star Wars beyond just live-action films and shows, as Leslye Headland also explained that High Republic books were a major influence, even adapting some characters to the big screen.
Now Amandla Stenberg,...
- 4/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
The advent of streaming has allowed us to delve deeper into the Star Wars universe than ever before.
With shows like The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Andor, and Obi-Wan Kenobi delivering out-of-this-world storytelling, it’s time for some new stories in the sprawling universe.
Enter The Acolyte, a series that takes us to 100 years before Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.
Taking the show that far back will give us some fresh new characters, conflicts, and everything else you’d expect from a show set in that universe.
Everything we hear makes The Acolyte sound like Andor, which successfully told a story with a different lens than we’d gotten before in the Star Wars universe.
With the premiere fast approaching, it’s time to delve into everything we know about The Acolyte.
When does The Acolyte premiere on Disney+?
After months of teases, Disney+ recently revealed that The Acolyte will premiere on Tuesday,...
With shows like The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Andor, and Obi-Wan Kenobi delivering out-of-this-world storytelling, it’s time for some new stories in the sprawling universe.
Enter The Acolyte, a series that takes us to 100 years before Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.
Taking the show that far back will give us some fresh new characters, conflicts, and everything else you’d expect from a show set in that universe.
Everything we hear makes The Acolyte sound like Andor, which successfully told a story with a different lens than we’d gotten before in the Star Wars universe.
With the premiere fast approaching, it’s time to delve into everything we know about The Acolyte.
When does The Acolyte premiere on Disney+?
After months of teases, Disney+ recently revealed that The Acolyte will premiere on Tuesday,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Paul Dailly
- Monsters and Critics
Carrie-Anne Moss will make the leap from The Matrix to Star Wars with The Acolyte, the upcoming live-action series set to be released on Disney+ this summer. The actress plays Jedi Master Indara, and as we’ve seen in the trailer, she’s adept at wielding a lightsaber as well as using “Force-fu,” which naturally makes one think of Trinity.
According to The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland, that connection with Trinity is very much intentional as she told Empire that Master Indara was “very much inspired” by Carrie-Anne Moss’ iconic Matrix character. “I personally wanted to see someone who had the highest status you could imagine in a Force-fu fight – somebody that would come in and you immediately would be like, ‘Oh, that’s the most powerful Jedi in the room.’ And that’s Trinity,” Headland explained.
Related The Acolyte: New photos of Dafne Keen’s Jedi Padawan from upcoming...
According to The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland, that connection with Trinity is very much intentional as she told Empire that Master Indara was “very much inspired” by Carrie-Anne Moss’ iconic Matrix character. “I personally wanted to see someone who had the highest status you could imagine in a Force-fu fight – somebody that would come in and you immediately would be like, ‘Oh, that’s the most powerful Jedi in the room.’ And that’s Trinity,” Headland explained.
Related The Acolyte: New photos of Dafne Keen’s Jedi Padawan from upcoming...
- 4/8/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Star Wars: The Acolyte will take audiences back to the High Republic era of the franchise, a period in which the Jedi were at their height. Naturally, we will meet plenty of Jedi in the upcoming series, including Jecki Lon, a Padawan played by Logan star Dafne Keen.
Jecki Lon is the Padawan to Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae), and Dafne Keen spoke with Entertainment Weekly about her character. “Well, I’m very excited that we know her name now, because it was secret for so long,” Keen said. “And I’m very happy that I get to say that she’s an alien and that she’s a Padawan and that she’s a Jedi. She’s a mixed species — part Theelin, part human. She’s very cool and I have some very cool fights I do with the lightsaber. I really love her. She’s a great character...
Jecki Lon is the Padawan to Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae), and Dafne Keen spoke with Entertainment Weekly about her character. “Well, I’m very excited that we know her name now, because it was secret for so long,” Keen said. “And I’m very happy that I get to say that she’s an alien and that she’s a Padawan and that she’s a Jedi. She’s a mixed species — part Theelin, part human. She’s very cool and I have some very cool fights I do with the lightsaber. I really love her. She’s a great character...
- 4/2/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
A few weeks back, they released the trailer for the highly awaited ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’, giving us a glimpse of the setting and characters. Though the plot remains largely unknown, fans are thrilled that it’s set in the High Republic Era, a first for live-action.
Despite this unique backdrop, ‘The Acolyte’ is the second show to explore this era, following ‘Young Jedi Adventures’, which recently concluded. Judging from Headland’s comments, ‘Acolyte’ promises to be different from what we anticipate. She described it as a mix of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
Besides the setting, what really catches attention in the show are its characters. Headland admitted that some characters are original while others, like Vernerstra Rwoh, were lifted straight from the books.
The cast for the upcoming project includes Amandla Stenberg playing Mae, a former padawan turned warrior; Lee Jung-Jae as Sol,...
Despite this unique backdrop, ‘The Acolyte’ is the second show to explore this era, following ‘Young Jedi Adventures’, which recently concluded. Judging from Headland’s comments, ‘Acolyte’ promises to be different from what we anticipate. She described it as a mix of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
Besides the setting, what really catches attention in the show are its characters. Headland admitted that some characters are original while others, like Vernerstra Rwoh, were lifted straight from the books.
The cast for the upcoming project includes Amandla Stenberg playing Mae, a former padawan turned warrior; Lee Jung-Jae as Sol,...
- 4/2/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Last week, the trailer for the highly-anticipated ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released, giving us a glimpse of the setting and characters. While the plot remains mostly mysterious, fans are thrilled that ‘The Acolyte’ will explore the High Republic Era, a new frontier for live-action storytelling in the franchise.
Despite this unique setting, ‘The Acolyte’ marks only the second show set in this era, following the conclusion of ‘Young Jedi Adventures.’ From what Headland has shared, ‘Acolyte’ promises to offer a fresh perspective. She has described it as a blend of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
As a big Star Wars fan since her teenage years, it’s no wonder she found inspiration from the Star Wars Expanded Universe. One notable character drawn from the High Republic book series. From the beginning, Headland made it clear that her show would shake up the traditional Jedi narrative,...
Despite this unique setting, ‘The Acolyte’ marks only the second show set in this era, following the conclusion of ‘Young Jedi Adventures.’ From what Headland has shared, ‘Acolyte’ promises to offer a fresh perspective. She has described it as a blend of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill,’ drawing inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films.
As a big Star Wars fan since her teenage years, it’s no wonder she found inspiration from the Star Wars Expanded Universe. One notable character drawn from the High Republic book series. From the beginning, Headland made it clear that her show would shake up the traditional Jedi narrative,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
The first trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte dropped earlier this week, and according to Lucasfilm, it actually broke a major record, besting every trailer for The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Ahsoka, but unfortunately, it also racked up quite a few dislikes on YouTube.
“The trailer for The Acolyte garnered 51.3 million views in its first 24 hours,” reads the Lucasfilm announcement. “This is a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series, surpassing every trailer for The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Ahsoka. We’re grateful for your support, and can’t wait for you to experience the series.“
As I write this, The Acolyte trailer has 166k likes on YouTube, but it also has over 365k dislikes. Yikes. A portion of these dislikes could be down to review bombing, but the trailer did receive a rather mixed response upon release.
“The trailer for The Acolyte garnered 51.3 million views in its first 24 hours,” reads the Lucasfilm announcement. “This is a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series, surpassing every trailer for The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Ahsoka. We’re grateful for your support, and can’t wait for you to experience the series.“
As I write this, The Acolyte trailer has 166k likes on YouTube, but it also has over 365k dislikes. Yikes. A portion of these dislikes could be down to review bombing, but the trailer did receive a rather mixed response upon release.
- 3/22/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
La batalla entre el bien y el mal alcanza un nuevo nivel en ‘The Acolyte’. © Disney Plus+
¡La espera ha terminado para los fans de Star Wars! El primer tráiler y el emocionante póster de la nueva serie original de Lucasfilm, “Star Wars: The Acolyte”, ya están aquí.
En “Star Wars: The Acolyte”, la investigación de una espeluznante ola de crímenes enfrenta a un respetado Maestro Jedi (Lee Jung-jae) con una peligrosa guerrera de su pasado (Amandla Stenberg). A medida que van apareciendo más pistas, se adentran en un oscuro camino en el que fuerzas siniestras revelan que no todo es lo que parece…
La serie cuenta con un elenco estelar, incluyendo a Amandla Stenberg (“Los Juegos del Hambre”), Lee Jung-jae (“El Juego del Calamar”), Manny Jacinto (“The Good Place”), Dafne Keen (“Logan”), Charlie Barnett (“Men in Black 3”), Jodie Turner-Smith (“After Yang”), Rebecca Henderson (“Appropriate Behaviour”), Dean-Charles Chapman (“1917”), Joonas Suotamo...
¡La espera ha terminado para los fans de Star Wars! El primer tráiler y el emocionante póster de la nueva serie original de Lucasfilm, “Star Wars: The Acolyte”, ya están aquí.
En “Star Wars: The Acolyte”, la investigación de una espeluznante ola de crímenes enfrenta a un respetado Maestro Jedi (Lee Jung-jae) con una peligrosa guerrera de su pasado (Amandla Stenberg). A medida que van apareciendo más pistas, se adentran en un oscuro camino en el que fuerzas siniestras revelan que no todo es lo que parece…
La serie cuenta con un elenco estelar, incluyendo a Amandla Stenberg (“Los Juegos del Hambre”), Lee Jung-jae (“El Juego del Calamar”), Manny Jacinto (“The Good Place”), Dafne Keen (“Logan”), Charlie Barnett (“Men in Black 3”), Jodie Turner-Smith (“After Yang”), Rebecca Henderson (“Appropriate Behaviour”), Dean-Charles Chapman (“1917”), Joonas Suotamo...
- 3/21/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
On Tuesday, a trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released, offering a first look at the characters and the setting in the High Republic era. ‘The Acolyte’ is the first live-action show set during this period and the second overall, following ‘Young Jedi Adventures.’
Despite the show’s lengthy development process, the trailer generated significant excitement among fans. In fact, it broke a record. Within its first 24 hours, the trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ amassed a remarkable 51.3 million views, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series such as ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced key characters and showcased plenty of action expected in the show. Creator Leslye Headland explained that the series draws inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films, originally pitching it as “Frozen meets Kill Bill.”
The cast includes Amandla Stenberg as Mae,...
Despite the show’s lengthy development process, the trailer generated significant excitement among fans. In fact, it broke a record. Within its first 24 hours, the trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ amassed a remarkable 51.3 million views, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series such as ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced key characters and showcased plenty of action expected in the show. Creator Leslye Headland explained that the series draws inspiration from samurai and Wuxia films, originally pitching it as “Frozen meets Kill Bill.”
The cast includes Amandla Stenberg as Mae,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
On Tuesday, a trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released and we’ve got a first look at the characters and the High Republic setting. ‘The Acolyte’ is the first live-action show to take place during this time period and the second show overall (the first one was ‘Young Jedi Adventures’).
Despite the long development of the show, the trailer got fans excited, so excited in fact that the show already broke one record. The trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ received a staggering 51.3 million views within its first 24 hours, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series like ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced notable characters to appear in the show as well as showcased plenty of action to be expected, the creator, Leslye Headland explained that the show was...
Despite the long development of the show, the trailer got fans excited, so excited in fact that the show already broke one record. The trailer for ‘The Acolyte’ received a staggering 51.3 million views within its first 24 hours, setting a new digital-only record for any Lucasfilm Disney+ series. This surpasses the viewership of trailers for popular series like ‘The Mandalorian,’ ‘The Book of Boba Fett,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi,’ and ‘Ahsoka.’
The trailer introduced notable characters to appear in the show as well as showcased plenty of action to be expected, the creator, Leslye Headland explained that the show was...
- 3/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Disney+ has launched the first trailer for the ‘Star Wars series ‘The Acolyte’.
Set around fifty years before the events of ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace’ and towards the end of the High Republic era, the live-action series follows a former Jedi Padawan and her one-time Master.
An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-Jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.
Coming from creator Leslye Headland, the eight-episode series also stars Joonas Suotamo, Jodie Turner-Smith, Manny Jacinto, Carrie-Anne Moss, Dean-Charles Chapman, Margarita Levieva, Charlie Barnett and Rebecca Henderson
Also in trailers – “Who do we have here…” Trailer drops for ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’
The two-episode premiere of the Star Wars original series hits Disney+ on June 5th...
Set around fifty years before the events of ‘Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace’ and towards the end of the High Republic era, the live-action series follows a former Jedi Padawan and her one-time Master.
An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-Jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.
Coming from creator Leslye Headland, the eight-episode series also stars Joonas Suotamo, Jodie Turner-Smith, Manny Jacinto, Carrie-Anne Moss, Dean-Charles Chapman, Margarita Levieva, Charlie Barnett and Rebecca Henderson
Also in trailers – “Who do we have here…” Trailer drops for ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’
The two-episode premiere of the Star Wars original series hits Disney+ on June 5th...
- 3/20/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The trailer has been unveiled for the latest Star Wars series The Acolyte!
Disney+ dropped the first look at the new series on Tuesday (March 19), along with first look photos and the key art.
Starring in the series include Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae in leading roles.
Keep reading to find out more and watch the trailer…
In Star Wars: The Acolyte, an investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems…
Also starring are Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Dean-Charles Chapman, Joonas Suotamo and Carrie-Anne Moss.
According to THR, the upcoming series takes place 100 years before Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, which was the fourth film released, but Episode I in the prequel trilogy.
Disney+ dropped the first look at the new series on Tuesday (March 19), along with first look photos and the key art.
Starring in the series include Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae in leading roles.
Keep reading to find out more and watch the trailer…
In Star Wars: The Acolyte, an investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems…
Also starring are Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Dean-Charles Chapman, Joonas Suotamo and Carrie-Anne Moss.
According to THR, the upcoming series takes place 100 years before Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, which was the fourth film released, but Episode I in the prequel trilogy.
- 3/20/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The first official trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte was finally released earlier today, and the reaction seems to be fairly mixed, with some loving it and others saying they won’t be watching. However, series creator Leslye Headland told the official Star Wars website that The Acolyte isn’t what you think it is, teasing plenty of mysteries to come.
“Whatever you think The Acolyte is, it’s not that,” Headland said. “It’s a drop in the bucket, baby. Just hang in there and check it out.” The creator also teased that The Acolyte will include more than a few nods to the Star Wars Extended Universe. “There’s also some EU lore that I decided to put in because I thought it was so cool and no one told me I couldn’t,” she said. “There are a couple of really big EU ideas that are utilized...
“Whatever you think The Acolyte is, it’s not that,” Headland said. “It’s a drop in the bucket, baby. Just hang in there and check it out.” The creator also teased that The Acolyte will include more than a few nods to the Star Wars Extended Universe. “There’s also some EU lore that I decided to put in because I thought it was so cool and no one told me I couldn’t,” she said. “There are a couple of really big EU ideas that are utilized...
- 3/20/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Are you ready to see the Jedi hunted like never before?
Star Wars: The Acolyte’s first trailer was released this week, and it’s hard not to be worried about our lightsaber-wielding friends at the heart of this new tale.
Disney+ has revealed that the next chapter in the Star Wars universe focuses on an investigation into a shocking crime spree.
That crime spree involves a villain, played by Amanda Stenberg, wiping out as many Jedi as possible.
Lee Jung Jae plays a Jedi with a link to this villain, but will his character be able to outmaneuver this face from the past?
The streaming service teases, “As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.”
Who will star in Star Wars: The Acolyte?
The impressive cast also includes Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson,...
Star Wars: The Acolyte’s first trailer was released this week, and it’s hard not to be worried about our lightsaber-wielding friends at the heart of this new tale.
Disney+ has revealed that the next chapter in the Star Wars universe focuses on an investigation into a shocking crime spree.
That crime spree involves a villain, played by Amanda Stenberg, wiping out as many Jedi as possible.
Lee Jung Jae plays a Jedi with a link to this villain, but will his character be able to outmaneuver this face from the past?
The streaming service teases, “As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.”
Who will star in Star Wars: The Acolyte?
The impressive cast also includes Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Paul Dailly
- Monsters and Critics
Star Wars: The Acolyte is an upcoming television series created by Leslye Headland starring Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae in the lead roles. The series is set at the end of the High Republic era before the events of The Phantom Menace. The cast also includes Dafne Keen, Jodie Turner-Smith, Manny Jacinto, and more.
The upcoming series follows a former Padawan reuniting with her Jedi Master to investigate a series of crimes. But to their surprise, what they encounter is far more sinister than what they had expected. Fans are excited about the series, which is scheduled to premiere in June 2024 on Disney+. Leslye Headland talks about how long she had waited to tell this story and dwells upon the casting of the show.
Squid Game actor Lee Jung-jae stars in The Acolyte Star Wars: The Acolyte to explore the story before the events of The Phantom Menace
In her interview with EW,...
The upcoming series follows a former Padawan reuniting with her Jedi Master to investigate a series of crimes. But to their surprise, what they encounter is far more sinister than what they had expected. Fans are excited about the series, which is scheduled to premiere in June 2024 on Disney+. Leslye Headland talks about how long she had waited to tell this story and dwells upon the casting of the show.
Squid Game actor Lee Jung-jae stars in The Acolyte Star Wars: The Acolyte to explore the story before the events of The Phantom Menace
In her interview with EW,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Avneet Ahluwalia
- FandomWire
Disney+ has unveiled the first trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte, the latest entry in the ever-expanding Star Wars Universe. The new live-action series starring Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game) and Amandla Stenberg (The Hate U Give) is set to premiere on June 4, 2024 with the release of the first two episodes.
New episodes will stream on Tuesdays.
“In Star Wars: The Acolyte, an investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems,” reads Lucasfilm’s synopsis.
The series, set 100 years before Phantom Menace, also stars Manny Jacinto (Nine Perfect Strangers), Dafne Keen (His Dark Materials), Jodie Turner-Smith (Queen & Slim), Rebecca Henderson (Inventing Anna), Charlie Barnett (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (1917), Joonas Suotamo (Star Wars‘ Chewbacca), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix franchise...
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“In Star Wars: The Acolyte, an investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems,” reads Lucasfilm’s synopsis.
The series, set 100 years before Phantom Menace, also stars Manny Jacinto (Nine Perfect Strangers), Dafne Keen (His Dark Materials), Jodie Turner-Smith (Queen & Slim), Rebecca Henderson (Inventing Anna), Charlie Barnett (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (1917), Joonas Suotamo (Star Wars‘ Chewbacca), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix franchise...
- 3/19/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
An intergalactic crime spree leads to the unraveling of a dark conspiracy in the new trailer for The Acolyte, the next Star Wars series set to premiere June 4 on Disney+.
The new series stars Lee Jung-jae and Amandla Stenberg, the former playing Sol, a revered Jedi master, and the latter playing Mae, his one-time padawan, who’s grown into a dangerous warrior. Their paths cross years later as they set out to investigate a series of harrowing murders targeting Jedi.
That inquiry, as one would expect, leads somewhere much darker...
The new series stars Lee Jung-jae and Amandla Stenberg, the former playing Sol, a revered Jedi master, and the latter playing Mae, his one-time padawan, who’s grown into a dangerous warrior. Their paths cross years later as they set out to investigate a series of harrowing murders targeting Jedi.
That inquiry, as one would expect, leads somewhere much darker...
- 3/19/2024
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
On Tuesday, StarWars.com released the trailer for the upcoming Disney+ series “The Acolyte.” The mystery series looks to be something a little different for the “Star Wars” universe – a Jedi detective story set in a galaxy far, far away with some high-flying martial arts action.
“The Acolyte” follows respected a Jedi Master named Sol (Emmy Award-winning “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae) and Mae (“Bodies Bodies Bodies” star Amandla Stenberg), his former Padawan who’s grown up to become a dangerous, non-Jedi warrior, as they team up to investigate a crime spree. They uncover sinister secrets about how the world really works. “This isn’t about good or bad,” a character played by Jodie Turner-Smith warns. “This is about power, and who is allowed to use it.”
In addition to Lee, Stenberg, and Turner-Smith, the cast includes Manny Jacinto (“The Good Place”), Dafne Keen (“Logan”), Charlie Barnett (“Russian Doll”), Rebecca Henderson...
“The Acolyte” follows respected a Jedi Master named Sol (Emmy Award-winning “Squid Game” star Lee Jung-jae) and Mae (“Bodies Bodies Bodies” star Amandla Stenberg), his former Padawan who’s grown up to become a dangerous, non-Jedi warrior, as they team up to investigate a crime spree. They uncover sinister secrets about how the world really works. “This isn’t about good or bad,” a character played by Jodie Turner-Smith warns. “This is about power, and who is allowed to use it.”
In addition to Lee, Stenberg, and Turner-Smith, the cast includes Manny Jacinto (“The Good Place”), Dafne Keen (“Logan”), Charlie Barnett (“Russian Doll”), Rebecca Henderson...
- 3/19/2024
- by Liam Mathews
- Gold Derby
"This is about power... and who is allowed to use it." Disney has unveiled the first full trailer for their next Star Wars series titled The Acolyte, set for a streaming debut starting in June this summer. Launching initially with two episodes before new episodes every week. The Acolyte is spearheaded by Bachelorette and "Russian Doll" creator Leslye Headland – who is producing, directing, and showrunning this series. An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master against a dangerous warrior from his past. The Acolyte is set at the end of the High Republic era in a world of "shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers", approximately 100 years before Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999). A former Padawan reunites with her Jedi Master to investigate a series of crimes, but the forces they confront are more sinister than they ever anticipated. Starring Amandla Stenberg as Mae,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
The “Star Wars” universe is finally expanding further with Disney+ series “The Acolyte.”
The highly-anticipated show hails from “Russian Doll” creator Leslye Headland and stars “Bodies Bodies Bodies” breakout Amandla Stenberg as a Sith in training. The series is billed as a mystery-thriller that will “take the audience into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers in the final days of the High Republic era,” per Disney+. “The Acolyte” takes place in the final days of the High Republic era of the “Star Wars” timeline, when the Republic and the Jedi are at their zenith and peace is the order of the day — though there may be seeds of the dark times to come.
The official logline states, “An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-Jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down...
The highly-anticipated show hails from “Russian Doll” creator Leslye Headland and stars “Bodies Bodies Bodies” breakout Amandla Stenberg as a Sith in training. The series is billed as a mystery-thriller that will “take the audience into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers in the final days of the High Republic era,” per Disney+. “The Acolyte” takes place in the final days of the High Republic era of the “Star Wars” timeline, when the Republic and the Jedi are at their zenith and peace is the order of the day — though there may be seeds of the dark times to come.
The official logline states, “An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-Jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down...
- 3/19/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Yesterday, the Disney+ streaming service announced that the latest Star Wars series, Star Wars: The Acolyte, is set to premiere (with two episodes) on June 4th – and with that announcement came the promise that a trailer for the show would arrive online today. True to their word, Disney+ has now dropped a trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte online, and you can check it out in the embed above!
Set hundreds of years before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Acolyte takes place during the High Republic era of the franchise. The series stars Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (The Good Place), Dafne Keen (Logan), Charlie Barnett (You), Jodie Turner-Smith (Anne Boleyn), Rebecca Henderson (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones), Joonas Suotamon (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix Resurrections).
Here’s the logline: An investigation...
Set hundreds of years before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Acolyte takes place during the High Republic era of the franchise. The series stars Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (The Good Place), Dafne Keen (Logan), Charlie Barnett (You), Jodie Turner-Smith (Anne Boleyn), Rebecca Henderson (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones), Joonas Suotamon (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix Resurrections).
Here’s the logline: An investigation...
- 3/19/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Not 24 hours after setting set a Tuesday, June 4 release date, Disney+’s next live-action Star Wars series, The Acolyte, has released a haunting trailer.
The preview above introduces is to the characters of Mae, Master Sol and Master Indara — respectively played by Amandla Stenberg (The Eddy), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Marvel’s Jessica Jones) — offers a peek of the Wookiee Jedi named Kelnacca (Solo: A Star Wars Story‘s Joonas Suotamo), and then reveals that the series will have a double-episode premiere.
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The preview above introduces is to the characters of Mae, Master Sol and Master Indara — respectively played by Amandla Stenberg (The Eddy), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Marvel’s Jessica Jones) — offers a peek of the Wookiee Jedi named Kelnacca (Solo: A Star Wars Story‘s Joonas Suotamo), and then reveals that the series will have a double-episode premiere.
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- 3/19/2024
- by Rebecca Iannucci and Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Updated: Disney+ has released the first trailer for The Acolyte ahead of its June 4 premiere date on the streaming service.
The trailer opens with Lee Jung-jae’s Jedi master teaching a group of younglings as danger lurks. Amandla Stenberg stars as an unnamed warrior who is bent on taking out Jedi with her first attempt aimed at Carrie-Anne Moss. A galaxy-wide search is then launched to take out the assassin.
Lee Jung-jae also stars along with Manny Jacinto, Jodie Turner-Smith, Dafne Keen, Rebecca Henderson, Charlie Barnett and Dean-Charles Chapman also star. Watch the trailer above.
Previous, March 18: Disney+ has revealed a spring premiere date for The Acolyte, the new Lucasfilm Star Wars series. Star Wars: The Acolyte will be released June 4 on the streaming service. The date was revealed Monday on Star Wars verified X account, which also teases more news to come tomorrow. (See below).
Created by Lesley Headland...
The trailer opens with Lee Jung-jae’s Jedi master teaching a group of younglings as danger lurks. Amandla Stenberg stars as an unnamed warrior who is bent on taking out Jedi with her first attempt aimed at Carrie-Anne Moss. A galaxy-wide search is then launched to take out the assassin.
Lee Jung-jae also stars along with Manny Jacinto, Jodie Turner-Smith, Dafne Keen, Rebecca Henderson, Charlie Barnett and Dean-Charles Chapman also star. Watch the trailer above.
Previous, March 18: Disney+ has revealed a spring premiere date for The Acolyte, the new Lucasfilm Star Wars series. Star Wars: The Acolyte will be released June 4 on the streaming service. The date was revealed Monday on Star Wars verified X account, which also teases more news to come tomorrow. (See below).
Created by Lesley Headland...
- 3/19/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
After a series of major announcements recently, Disney’s new Star Wars project, The Acolyte, has fans excited in more ways than one. The series has been confirmed to premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024 with two episodes released on the same day, and as fans are warming up for this highly anticipated series, the House of the Mouse just released the first official trailer for the series.
The Acolyte will take us back to the High Republic, approximately 100 years before The Phantom Menace, and will explore a period of the franchise’s history that has not been explored on the screen until now. The series has been described as “a mystery-thriller that will take the audience into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers in the final days of the High Republic era.” The trailer that has just been released affirms this description:
The series will significantly...
The Acolyte will take us back to the High Republic, approximately 100 years before The Phantom Menace, and will explore a period of the franchise’s history that has not been explored on the screen until now. The series has been described as “a mystery-thriller that will take the audience into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers in the final days of the High Republic era.” The trailer that has just been released affirms this description:
The series will significantly...
- 3/19/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Disney has released the trailer for its newest “Star Wars” series “The Acolyte,” which is set to stream on Disney+ June 4.
The series takes place 100 years before the franchise’s prequel trilogy during the High Republic era of the “Star Wars” universe, which is the furthest back in the timeline “Star Wars” has gone in a live-action production. An official logline for the series reveals, “An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.”
The trailer begins with Lee’s Jedi master teaching a group of younglings as Stenberg’s cloaked assassin attempts to kill a fellow Jedi, played by Carrie-Anne Moss, in a cantina. A group of Jedi begin the hunt across the galaxy for...
The series takes place 100 years before the franchise’s prequel trilogy during the High Republic era of the “Star Wars” universe, which is the furthest back in the timeline “Star Wars” has gone in a live-action production. An official logline for the series reveals, “An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.”
The trailer begins with Lee’s Jedi master teaching a group of younglings as Stenberg’s cloaked assassin attempts to kill a fellow Jedi, played by Carrie-Anne Moss, in a cantina. A group of Jedi begin the hunt across the galaxy for...
- 3/19/2024
- by Jack Dunn
- Variety Film + TV
“In an age of light… a darkness rises” in the upcoming Disney+ series “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” and the official trailer has arrived ahead of the show’s premiere on June 4.
The first Two episodes will premiere on June 4. Watch the trailer below.
Joining Amandla Stenberg (The Hate U Give) are Emmy Award-winner Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (Nine Perfect Strangers), Dafne Keen (His Dark Materials), Jodie Turner-Smith (Queen & Slim), Rebecca Henderson (Inventing Anna), Charlie Barnett (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (1917), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix).
In “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” an investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg).
“As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems….”
“The Acolyte” comes from creator, showrunner, and executive producer Leslye Headland (Russian Doll). The executive producers are Kathleen Kennedy,...
The first Two episodes will premiere on June 4. Watch the trailer below.
Joining Amandla Stenberg (The Hate U Give) are Emmy Award-winner Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (Nine Perfect Strangers), Dafne Keen (His Dark Materials), Jodie Turner-Smith (Queen & Slim), Rebecca Henderson (Inventing Anna), Charlie Barnett (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (1917), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix).
In “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” an investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amandla Stenberg).
“As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems….”
“The Acolyte” comes from creator, showrunner, and executive producer Leslye Headland (Russian Doll). The executive producers are Kathleen Kennedy,...
- 3/19/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
The Acolyte, the next television series in the Star Wars saga, will premiere on Disney Plus on the 4th June. Here are the details:
In recent years, Star Wars has notched up more hours on the small screen than it did in cinemas. Shows like The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, Ahsoka and The Book Of Boba Fett expanded on the lore of the films, and although critical reception has been mixed, writers are still examining various areas of the Star Wars universe to tell new stories.
Lucasfilm’s latest TV outing, The Acolyte, is out in June, and its synopsis reads as follows:
An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amanda Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.
The cast includes Manny Jacinto,...
In recent years, Star Wars has notched up more hours on the small screen than it did in cinemas. Shows like The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, Ahsoka and The Book Of Boba Fett expanded on the lore of the films, and although critical reception has been mixed, writers are still examining various areas of the Star Wars universe to tell new stories.
Lucasfilm’s latest TV outing, The Acolyte, is out in June, and its synopsis reads as follows:
An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee Jung-jae) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Amanda Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.
The cast includes Manny Jacinto,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
Star Wars: The Acolyte has finally set its official premiere date on Disney+, with the much-anticipated series launching on the streaming service on June 4th. You can also check out the first poster for the series, which features a blood-streaked lightsaber. Not only that, but the first official trailer for the series will drop tomorrow morning, so be sure to check back here to watch it!
Set hundreds of years before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Acolyte takes place during the High Republic era of the franchise. The series stars Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (The Good Place), Dafne Keen (Logan), Charlie Barnett (You), Jodie Turner-Smith (Anne Boleyn), Rebecca Henderson (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones), Joonas Suotamon (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix Resurrections).
The logline reads: “An investigation into a shocking crime...
Set hundreds of years before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Acolyte takes place during the High Republic era of the franchise. The series stars Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (The Good Place), Dafne Keen (Logan), Charlie Barnett (You), Jodie Turner-Smith (Anne Boleyn), Rebecca Henderson (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones), Joonas Suotamon (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix Resurrections).
The logline reads: “An investigation into a shocking crime...
- 3/18/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The “Star Wars” series “The Acolyte” has set its Disney+ premiere date.
The series will debut on the streaming service on June 4. A poster for the series has also been revealed, which can be seen below.
The series stars Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Dean-Charles Chapman, Joonas Suotamo, and Carrie-Anne Moss.
The official logline states, “An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.” The show is known to be set during the High Republic era of the “Star Wars” timeline, prior to the events of the “Star Wars” films.
Leslye Headland created the series and serves as showrunner and executive producer. Kathleen Kennedy, Simon Emanuel, Jeff F. King,...
The series will debut on the streaming service on June 4. A poster for the series has also been revealed, which can be seen below.
The series stars Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Dean-Charles Chapman, Joonas Suotamo, and Carrie-Anne Moss.
The official logline states, “An investigation into a shocking crime spree pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee) against a dangerous warrior from his past (Stenberg). As more clues emerge, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems.” The show is known to be set during the High Republic era of the “Star Wars” timeline, prior to the events of the “Star Wars” films.
Leslye Headland created the series and serves as showrunner and executive producer. Kathleen Kennedy, Simon Emanuel, Jeff F. King,...
- 3/18/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Disney+ is bringing a mystery-thriller vibe to the Star Wars Universe with upcoming series “The Acolyte,” and a bloody official poster has been unleashed this morning.
Additionally, we’ve learned “Star Wars: The Acolyte” will premiere on June 4. Check out the official art below, which replaces a lightsaber beam with a streak of blood…
Bloody violence in the Star Wars Universe? It’s about time! The poster’s tagline reads, “In an age of light… a darkness rises.” Expect the show’s official trailer tomorrow, March 19.
Joining Amandla Stenberg (The Hate U Give) are Emmy Award-winner Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (Nine Perfect Strangers), Dafne Keen (His Dark Materials), Jodie Turner-Smith (Queen & Slim), Rebecca Henderson (Inventing Anna), Charlie Barnett (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (1917), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix).
“The Acolyte” is a mystery-thriller that will take viewers into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers in the...
Additionally, we’ve learned “Star Wars: The Acolyte” will premiere on June 4. Check out the official art below, which replaces a lightsaber beam with a streak of blood…
Bloody violence in the Star Wars Universe? It’s about time! The poster’s tagline reads, “In an age of light… a darkness rises.” Expect the show’s official trailer tomorrow, March 19.
Joining Amandla Stenberg (The Hate U Give) are Emmy Award-winner Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), Manny Jacinto (Nine Perfect Strangers), Dafne Keen (His Dark Materials), Jodie Turner-Smith (Queen & Slim), Rebecca Henderson (Inventing Anna), Charlie Barnett (Russian Doll), Dean-Charles Chapman (1917), and Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix).
“The Acolyte” is a mystery-thriller that will take viewers into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers in the...
- 3/18/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Stephen Fry, Richard E. Grant, Adele Exarchopoulos and more are set to join Lena Dunham’s new Netflix series, Too Much.
In December, we reported that Lena Dunham set her next TV project at Netflix. Titled Too Much, the comedy show had attached Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe as the two leads.
Variety now reports that a plethora of actors have joined the project. Here comes the list of the acting talent who will be joining Stalter and Sharpe in the series: Richard E. Grant, Stephen Fry, Janicza Bravo, Michael Zegen, Rhea Perlman, Rita Wilson, Leo Reich, Adele Exarchopoulos, Adwoa Aboah, Daisy Bevan, Dean-Charles Chapman, Kaori Momoi, Emily Ratajkowski and Prasanna Puwanarajah.
Here’s a synopsis for the upcoming Netflix comedy series: “Jessica (Stalter) is a New York workaholic in her mid-thirties, reeling from a broken relationship that she thought would last forever and slowly isolating everyone she knows. When...
In December, we reported that Lena Dunham set her next TV project at Netflix. Titled Too Much, the comedy show had attached Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe as the two leads.
Variety now reports that a plethora of actors have joined the project. Here comes the list of the acting talent who will be joining Stalter and Sharpe in the series: Richard E. Grant, Stephen Fry, Janicza Bravo, Michael Zegen, Rhea Perlman, Rita Wilson, Leo Reich, Adele Exarchopoulos, Adwoa Aboah, Daisy Bevan, Dean-Charles Chapman, Kaori Momoi, Emily Ratajkowski and Prasanna Puwanarajah.
Here’s a synopsis for the upcoming Netflix comedy series: “Jessica (Stalter) is a New York workaholic in her mid-thirties, reeling from a broken relationship that she thought would last forever and slowly isolating everyone she knows. When...
- 3/1/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Lena Dunham’s Netflix comedy series “Too Much” has filled out its cast with a star-studded lineup, Variety has learned exclusively.
Joining previously announced series leads Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe will be: Richard E. Grant (“Saltburn”), Stephen Fry (“The Dropout”), Janicza Bravo (“Sharp Stick”), Michael Zegen (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), Rhea Perlman (“Cheers”), Rita Wilson (“Sleepless in Seattle”), Leo Reich (“Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!”), Adele Exarchopoulos (“Passages”), Adwoa Aboah (“Top Boy”), Daisy Bevan (“The Alienist”), Dean-Charles Chapman (“1917”), Kaori Momoi (“The Brightest Roof in the Universe”) and Prasanna Puwanarajah (“The Crown”). It is also confirmed that Emily Ratajkowski will appear in the series after Variety exclusively reported she was in final talks to join in early February.
The official description of the series states:
“Jessica (Stalter) is a New York workaholic in her mid-thirties, reeling from a broken relationship that she thought would last forever and slowly isolating everyone she knows.
Joining previously announced series leads Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe will be: Richard E. Grant (“Saltburn”), Stephen Fry (“The Dropout”), Janicza Bravo (“Sharp Stick”), Michael Zegen (“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”), Rhea Perlman (“Cheers”), Rita Wilson (“Sleepless in Seattle”), Leo Reich (“Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!”), Adele Exarchopoulos (“Passages”), Adwoa Aboah (“Top Boy”), Daisy Bevan (“The Alienist”), Dean-Charles Chapman (“1917”), Kaori Momoi (“The Brightest Roof in the Universe”) and Prasanna Puwanarajah (“The Crown”). It is also confirmed that Emily Ratajkowski will appear in the series after Variety exclusively reported she was in final talks to join in early February.
The official description of the series states:
“Jessica (Stalter) is a New York workaholic in her mid-thirties, reeling from a broken relationship that she thought would last forever and slowly isolating everyone she knows.
- 3/1/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Veterans Day is a federal holiday that honors the men and women who served.
Countless films have been made about their bravery, heroism and sacrifice.
Here are eight films to stream on Veterans Day this year:
“12 Strong”
Chris Hemsworth leads a special team of Green Berets chosen to be the first U.S.
troops sent into Afghanistan in the days following the 9/11 attacks on the WOrld Trade Center.
“12 Strong” is streaming on Hulu.
“1917” (2019)
Sam Mendes directs this harrowing tale of survival. When the British army receives vital intel about German battle plans, two British corporals are tasked with spreading the news. Communication lines down, the two men must travel on foot across enemy lines in a race to deliver the message in time and prevent 1,600 of their fellow troops from blindly walking into an insurmountable attack.
“1917” is streaming on Paramount+.
“All Quiet on the Western Front...
Countless films have been made about their bravery, heroism and sacrifice.
Here are eight films to stream on Veterans Day this year:
“12 Strong”
Chris Hemsworth leads a special team of Green Berets chosen to be the first U.S.
troops sent into Afghanistan in the days following the 9/11 attacks on the WOrld Trade Center.
“12 Strong” is streaming on Hulu.
“1917” (2019)
Sam Mendes directs this harrowing tale of survival. When the British army receives vital intel about German battle plans, two British corporals are tasked with spreading the news. Communication lines down, the two men must travel on foot across enemy lines in a race to deliver the message in time and prevent 1,600 of their fellow troops from blindly walking into an insurmountable attack.
“1917” is streaming on Paramount+.
“All Quiet on the Western Front...
- 11/11/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
Ozi: Voice of the Forest, the star-studded animated feature produced by Leonardo DiCaprio, has been picked up by Signature Entertainment for the U.K. and Ireland.
The film, produced by Gci Film and Appian Way, features the vocal talents of Laura Dern (Marriage Story), Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies), Donald Sutherland (The Hunger Games), Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond), RuPaul (RuPaul’s Drag Race), Dean Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones) and Rachel Shenton (All Creatures Great and Small).
Directed by Tim Harper (Roary the Racing Car) from a screenplay by Ricky Roxburgh (Tangled) and with animation by French studio Mikros, the feature follows a young orangutan who’s separated from her parents. Growing up in an animal sanctuary, she uses her influencer skills to save her parents and home from deforestation. The movie will carry the Climate Change Stripes created by Professor Ed Hawkins and Reading University, designed to visualize climate change and spark conversation.
The film, produced by Gci Film and Appian Way, features the vocal talents of Laura Dern (Marriage Story), Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies), Donald Sutherland (The Hunger Games), Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond), RuPaul (RuPaul’s Drag Race), Dean Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones) and Rachel Shenton (All Creatures Great and Small).
Directed by Tim Harper (Roary the Racing Car) from a screenplay by Ricky Roxburgh (Tangled) and with animation by French studio Mikros, the feature follows a young orangutan who’s separated from her parents. Growing up in an animal sanctuary, she uses her influencer skills to save her parents and home from deforestation. The movie will carry the Climate Change Stripes created by Professor Ed Hawkins and Reading University, designed to visualize climate change and spark conversation.
- 10/31/2023
- by Alex Ritman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It's been years since we last got a "Star Wars" theatrical feature, and at this point, it is clear that the galaxy far, far away is actually right there in your living room. Whether it's animated shows like "The Bad Batch" and "Tales of the Jedi," or the mega-success of "The Mandalorian" and the creative genius of "Andor," TV has allowed the franchise to experiment with tones and different kinds of stories in ways it was never able to before.
And yet, "Star Wars" is stagnating, particularly when it comes to the Mando-Verse. "The Book of Boba Fett" was an utter disappointment, and the third season of "The Mandalorian" functioned as a mixed bag. Thankfully, "Star Wars" is soon expanding further beyond the Mando-Verse, and there is arguably no other "Star Wars" title as exciting as "The Acolyte," which promises to introduce a new time period and a new kind of "Star Wars" protagonist.
And yet, "Star Wars" is stagnating, particularly when it comes to the Mando-Verse. "The Book of Boba Fett" was an utter disappointment, and the third season of "The Mandalorian" functioned as a mixed bag. Thankfully, "Star Wars" is soon expanding further beyond the Mando-Verse, and there is arguably no other "Star Wars" title as exciting as "The Acolyte," which promises to introduce a new time period and a new kind of "Star Wars" protagonist.
- 8/15/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Medavoy tells Screen about the film’s two concerns: environmentalism and artificial intelligence.
Gfm Animation has secured key territory deals including France on Ozi – Voice Of The Forest, which had its world premiere at Annecy International Animation Film Festival this week.
Following its market launch at Cannes last month, the film has secured sales for France (Kmbo), Switzerland (Praesens), Cis (Volga), Poland (Kinoswiat), former Yugoslavia (Investacommerce), South Korea (Korea Screen), Vietnam (Blue Lantern), South Africa (FilmFinity), Turkey (Filmarti), the Middle East (Ecs), Israel and Greece (Tanweer), Portugal (Pris) and Iceland (Myndform).
Deals for the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain are all in negotiation.
Gfm Animation has secured key territory deals including France on Ozi – Voice Of The Forest, which had its world premiere at Annecy International Animation Film Festival this week.
Following its market launch at Cannes last month, the film has secured sales for France (Kmbo), Switzerland (Praesens), Cis (Volga), Poland (Kinoswiat), former Yugoslavia (Investacommerce), South Korea (Korea Screen), Vietnam (Blue Lantern), South Africa (FilmFinity), Turkey (Filmarti), the Middle East (Ecs), Israel and Greece (Tanweer), Portugal (Pris) and Iceland (Myndform).
Deals for the UK, Germany, Italy and Spain are all in negotiation.
- 6/16/2023
- by Ben Dalton
- ScreenDaily
“Ozi, Voice of the Forest” premiered at the Annecy Festival on June 13, kicking off a series of films that seek to highlight dangers to the environment.
The film tells the story of a young orangutan Ozi, voiced by Amandla Stenberg (“The Hunger Games”), who becomes separated from her parents when her rain forest home is devastated by a company producing palm oil.
With the additional voice talents of Laura Dern, Djimon Hounsou and Donald Sutherland, the film also boasts a broad array of talent behind the camera including Keith Chapman, creator of “Paw Patrol” and Madrid-based Rodrigo Blaas, behind the “Sith” episode in “Star Wars Visions,” as part of the creative team. Leonardo DiCaprio and legendary producer and former studio head Mike Medavoy are credited as producers.
Blaas, who cuts his teeth as an animator on such Pixar classics as “The Incredibles” and “Up,” tells Variety that he found his...
The film tells the story of a young orangutan Ozi, voiced by Amandla Stenberg (“The Hunger Games”), who becomes separated from her parents when her rain forest home is devastated by a company producing palm oil.
With the additional voice talents of Laura Dern, Djimon Hounsou and Donald Sutherland, the film also boasts a broad array of talent behind the camera including Keith Chapman, creator of “Paw Patrol” and Madrid-based Rodrigo Blaas, behind the “Sith” episode in “Star Wars Visions,” as part of the creative team. Leonardo DiCaprio and legendary producer and former studio head Mike Medavoy are credited as producers.
Blaas, who cuts his teeth as an animator on such Pixar classics as “The Incredibles” and “Up,” tells Variety that he found his...
- 6/15/2023
- by John Bleasdale
- Variety Film + TV
The term "alien" is a funny one to use in the context of "Star Wars." So far as we know, none of the humans in a galaxy far, far away are from Earth, so technically every "Star Wars" character is an alien. Conceivably, this could also mean that just about everyone in "Star Wars" can have sex and reproduce with each other, assuming they're not subject to the same biological laws that govern us Earthlings. (We here at /Film only ask the important questions about pop culture.)
It's canon that humans and Jawas have hooked up, and we've already seen hybrid-species characters introduced under the watchful eyes of the House of Mouse, most notably Jacen Syndulla (Kanan Jarrus and Hera Syndulla's son in "Star Wars Rebels"). "The Acolyte," the upcoming live-action series that takes place about a century before the Skywalker Saga, will also feature what Empire referred to in...
It's canon that humans and Jawas have hooked up, and we've already seen hybrid-species characters introduced under the watchful eyes of the House of Mouse, most notably Jacen Syndulla (Kanan Jarrus and Hera Syndulla's son in "Star Wars Rebels"). "The Acolyte," the upcoming live-action series that takes place about a century before the Skywalker Saga, will also feature what Empire referred to in...
- 5/10/2023
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
1917 1917, 9pm, BBC2, Monday, May 8
It may not have really been shot in a single take but Sam Mendes First World War trench drama - shot with precision by Roger Deakens - certainly feels that way in terms of tension as two young soldiers (George MacKay and Dean-Charles Chapman) try to stay alive as they cross no-man's land with a vital letter. Built as much on character as incident, MacKay and Chapman strike the perfect balance of vulnerability and pluck. They're aided by a string of stars who crop up in smaller roles, including Colin Firth, Benedict Cumberbatch and Richard Madden.
Reservoir Dogs, Itvx, streaming now
If you fancy getting your teeth into Quentin Tarantino's back catalogue, there's a whole bunch on offer from ITV's free streaming site. Why not start with the Sundance breakout hit that propelled him to stardom? This lean, mean crime thriller takes place in.
It may not have really been shot in a single take but Sam Mendes First World War trench drama - shot with precision by Roger Deakens - certainly feels that way in terms of tension as two young soldiers (George MacKay and Dean-Charles Chapman) try to stay alive as they cross no-man's land with a vital letter. Built as much on character as incident, MacKay and Chapman strike the perfect balance of vulnerability and pluck. They're aided by a string of stars who crop up in smaller roles, including Colin Firth, Benedict Cumberbatch and Richard Madden.
Reservoir Dogs, Itvx, streaming now
If you fancy getting your teeth into Quentin Tarantino's back catalogue, there's a whole bunch on offer from ITV's free streaming site. Why not start with the Sundance breakout hit that propelled him to stardom? This lean, mean crime thriller takes place in.
- 5/8/2023
- by Amber Wilkinson
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
Star Wars Celebration kicked off its opening day in London today with a non-stop series of announcements about some of the year’s most highly anticipated productions—from Disney+ original series including ‘Star Wars: Ahsoka’ and ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ to upcoming feature films including “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.”
Throughout the day, surprises kept fans’ spirits high as a parade of actors and Lucasfilm luminaries took to the stage to reveal exciting new information about landmark productions.
Taking place at the ExCel London Convention Center, Friday’s activities on the Celebration Stage began with host Ali Plumb welcoming Lucasfilm’s Kathleen Kennedy to reflect on the success of the highly acclaimed Disney+ original series ‘Star Wars: Andor.’ They were joined by the series’ director/creator/showrunner Tony Gilroy and stars Diego Luna, Adria Arjona, Kyle Soller, Denise Gough, Genevieve O’Reilly, Andy Serkis, Muhannad Bahair and Joplin Sibtain,...
Throughout the day, surprises kept fans’ spirits high as a parade of actors and Lucasfilm luminaries took to the stage to reveal exciting new information about landmark productions.
Taking place at the ExCel London Convention Center, Friday’s activities on the Celebration Stage began with host Ali Plumb welcoming Lucasfilm’s Kathleen Kennedy to reflect on the success of the highly acclaimed Disney+ original series ‘Star Wars: Andor.’ They were joined by the series’ director/creator/showrunner Tony Gilroy and stars Diego Luna, Adria Arjona, Kyle Soller, Denise Gough, Genevieve O’Reilly, Andy Serkis, Muhannad Bahair and Joplin Sibtain,...
- 4/11/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Today he may be best known for setting up the multiverse threads of the MCU, but before (and after) taking on the role of Dr. Stephen Strange, British actor Benedict Cumberbatch put together an impressive resume of performances, ranging from the stage to television to the silver screen. After graduating from the University of Manchester's Drama program and earning a master's from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts in 2000, Cumberbatch found steady work in the U.K., eventually answering Steven Spielberg's call in 2011's "War Horse."
Since then, he's been a mainstay in Hollywood, with an ardent fan base ready to fight for him online and show up to (most) of his films. Throughout his 20-plus years as a working actor, Cumberbatch has had his share of missteps, but for the most part, his movie choices have typically been sound and his performances solid, even on...
Since then, he's been a mainstay in Hollywood, with an ardent fan base ready to fight for him online and show up to (most) of his films. Throughout his 20-plus years as a working actor, Cumberbatch has had his share of missteps, but for the most part, his movie choices have typically been sound and his performances solid, even on...
- 4/8/2023
- by Rachel Ho
- Slash Film
London, England – April 07: Ali Plumb, Kathleen Kennedy, James Mangold, Dave Filoni, and Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy onstage durng the studio panel at Star Wars Celebration 2023 in London at ExCel on April 07, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Kate Green/Getty Images for Disney)
Star Wars Celebration kicked off its opening day in London today with a non-stop series of announcements about some of the year’s most highly anticipated productions—from Disney+ original series including “Star Wars: Ahsoka” and “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” to upcoming feature films including “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.”
Throughout the day, surprises kept fans’ spirits high as a parade of actors and Lucasfilm luminaries took to the stage to reveal exciting new information about landmark productions.
London, England – April 07: (L-r) Ali Plumb, Kathleen Kennedy, Tony Gilroy, Diego Luna, Adria Arjona, Kyle Soller, Denise Gough, Genevieve O’Reilly and Andy Serkis onstage during the studio panel...
Star Wars Celebration kicked off its opening day in London today with a non-stop series of announcements about some of the year’s most highly anticipated productions—from Disney+ original series including “Star Wars: Ahsoka” and “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” to upcoming feature films including “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.”
Throughout the day, surprises kept fans’ spirits high as a parade of actors and Lucasfilm luminaries took to the stage to reveal exciting new information about landmark productions.
London, England – April 07: (L-r) Ali Plumb, Kathleen Kennedy, Tony Gilroy, Diego Luna, Adria Arjona, Kyle Soller, Denise Gough, Genevieve O’Reilly and Andy Serkis onstage during the studio panel...
- 4/7/2023
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Fans may not be getting any new “Star Wars” movies in the near future, but that’s just because the future of the galaxy — at least for now — is in television. And there are a lot of shows coming to the universe.
But what exactly is there beyond the Skywalker Saga? Let’s run it down. Below, you’ll find all the information we have about the upcoming slate of “Star Wars” TV shows, from “Andor” Season 2 to “Ahsoka.” We’ve got release dates, episode counts and all the names you’ll become familiar with.
Ahsoka Mary Elizabeth Winstead in “Ahsoka” (Lucasfilm/Disney)
Premiere Date: August 2023
Cast: Rosario Dawson, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Hayden Christensen, Natasha Liu, Ivanna Sakhno and Ray Stevenson
Number of Episodes: Tbd
Ahsoka Tano made her live-action “Star Wars” debut in the second season of “The Mandalorian,” but was originally introduced in the animated “Clone Wars” and “Rebels” series.
But what exactly is there beyond the Skywalker Saga? Let’s run it down. Below, you’ll find all the information we have about the upcoming slate of “Star Wars” TV shows, from “Andor” Season 2 to “Ahsoka.” We’ve got release dates, episode counts and all the names you’ll become familiar with.
Ahsoka Mary Elizabeth Winstead in “Ahsoka” (Lucasfilm/Disney)
Premiere Date: August 2023
Cast: Rosario Dawson, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Hayden Christensen, Natasha Liu, Ivanna Sakhno and Ray Stevenson
Number of Episodes: Tbd
Ahsoka Tano made her live-action “Star Wars” debut in the second season of “The Mandalorian,” but was originally introduced in the animated “Clone Wars” and “Rebels” series.
- 4/7/2023
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
While many fans are still waiting to see Lucasfilm develop live-action projects set during The Old Republic that explores things like the Sith Empire (long before the Rule of Two) and origins of the Jedi Order, there was a bit of a compromise with the publishing side creating The High Republic setting. It takes place between the Skywalker Saga and The Old Republic. While it had been mostly relegated to books and comics, the upcoming Disney+ series “The Acolyte” will cover the tail end of that era of “Star Wars.”
Read More: ‘The Acolyte’: Kogonada To Direct Episodes Of The Upcoming ‘Star Wars’ Series
Creator/showrunner Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll“) has put together an impressive cast that includes Amanda Stenberg (“Bodies Bodies Bodies“) as a former Jedi Padawan, Lee Jung-Jae (“Squid Game“), Dafne Keen (“Logan“), Jodie Turner-Smith (“Without Remorse“), Carrie-Anne Moss (“The Matrix“), Manny Jacinto, Rebecca Henderson (“Werewolves Within...
Read More: ‘The Acolyte’: Kogonada To Direct Episodes Of The Upcoming ‘Star Wars’ Series
Creator/showrunner Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll“) has put together an impressive cast that includes Amanda Stenberg (“Bodies Bodies Bodies“) as a former Jedi Padawan, Lee Jung-Jae (“Squid Game“), Dafne Keen (“Logan“), Jodie Turner-Smith (“Without Remorse“), Carrie-Anne Moss (“The Matrix“), Manny Jacinto, Rebecca Henderson (“Werewolves Within...
- 4/7/2023
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
Disney+’s Star Wars: The Acolyte series has announced one last, “big” cast addition.
As revealed on Friday morning at Star Wars Celebration in London, 6-foot-11 Joonas Suotamo — who previously played Chewbacca in Solo: A Star Wars Story as well as in the sequel trilogy — will play a Wookiee Jedi named Kelnacca in the upcoming TV series, which is on track for a 2024 release.
More from TVLineObi-Wan Kenobi Season 2 Is Officially... Probably Not HappeningFirst Ahsoka Series Trailer Features Sabine, Hera, Grand Admiral Thrawn and an 'Heir to the Empire' NodAndor Season 2 Is Halfway Done With Filming -- When Will It Premiere?...
As revealed on Friday morning at Star Wars Celebration in London, 6-foot-11 Joonas Suotamo — who previously played Chewbacca in Solo: A Star Wars Story as well as in the sequel trilogy — will play a Wookiee Jedi named Kelnacca in the upcoming TV series, which is on track for a 2024 release.
More from TVLineObi-Wan Kenobi Season 2 Is Officially... Probably Not HappeningFirst Ahsoka Series Trailer Features Sabine, Hera, Grand Admiral Thrawn and an 'Heir to the Empire' NodAndor Season 2 Is Halfway Done With Filming -- When Will It Premiere?...
- 4/7/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Star Wars Celebration 2023 is in full swing, and fans have gathered worldwide to experience the latest happenings in galaxies far, far away! Early in the event’s big presentation, exciting details about the upcoming Star Wars series, The Acolyte, forced its way onto the stage. At the exhibition’s top, The Acolyte director Leslye Headland walked out to deafening screams of excitement.
Headland says The Acolyte is a story told from the villains’ perspective in the Star Wars Universe. The tale takes place between the High Republic and the prequels, with aspects of the show taking inspiration from many martial arts films and stories, including wuxia and samurai. The Acolyte features a Wookie Jedi character fans will come to love. Joonas Suotamo, the body double for Peter Mayhew as Chewbacca in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and replaced Mayhew after the iconic Star Wars actor passed away, is thrilled to...
Headland says The Acolyte is a story told from the villains’ perspective in the Star Wars Universe. The tale takes place between the High Republic and the prequels, with aspects of the show taking inspiration from many martial arts films and stories, including wuxia and samurai. The Acolyte features a Wookie Jedi character fans will come to love. Joonas Suotamo, the body double for Peter Mayhew as Chewbacca in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and replaced Mayhew after the iconic Star Wars actor passed away, is thrilled to...
- 4/7/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
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