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
The Disney+ era of "Star Wars" has by all accounts been a mixed bag, but upcoming murder mystery series "The Acolyte" seems like a promising addition to the universe's canon for a few key reasons. Among them is its dynamic and ambitious action, which has been hyped in pre-release press and is briefly on display in the show's first trailer. In it, warriors draw their lightsabers against an unseen force in the forest, two fighters face off in a wuxia-inspired showdown, and at one point a character even pulls a knife -- a rarity in this world of Force and saber-driven violence.
The "Acolyte" cast has admitted that one of the saga's most famous fights, the showdown between Qui-Gon Jinn, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Darth Maul in the imperfect yet vital prequel "Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace," was both a reference point during production and a bar they...
The "Acolyte" cast has admitted that one of the saga's most famous fights, the showdown between Qui-Gon Jinn, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Darth Maul in the imperfect yet vital prequel "Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace," was both a reference point during production and a bar they...
- 4/30/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
The new "Star Wars" series "The Acolyte" knows the truth that we all figured out in 2016 but then apparently forgot: Manny Jacinto should be in everything.
The actor, who put in one of the funniest TV performances of the past decade as Jason Mendoza in "The Good Place," hasn't appeared on screen nearly often enough since that sitcom's end, but "The Acolyte" is about to change that. The upcoming Disney+ series features an impressive ensemble cast, including "Bodies Bodies Bodies" star Amandla Stenberg, "Logan" breakout Dafne Keen, and "The Matrix" series alum Carrie-Anne Moss. Then there's Jacinto, who plays Qimir, a former smuggler whose life has seemingly settled down since he started working in the trading world (per ComicBook.com).
A mention of Qimir's newly comfortable status in his character biography implies that the former criminal wasn't always well-off. Jacinto seems to confirm as much in a new interview with Total Film.
The actor, who put in one of the funniest TV performances of the past decade as Jason Mendoza in "The Good Place," hasn't appeared on screen nearly often enough since that sitcom's end, but "The Acolyte" is about to change that. The upcoming Disney+ series features an impressive ensemble cast, including "Bodies Bodies Bodies" star Amandla Stenberg, "Logan" breakout Dafne Keen, and "The Matrix" series alum Carrie-Anne Moss. Then there's Jacinto, who plays Qimir, a former smuggler whose life has seemingly settled down since he started working in the trading world (per ComicBook.com).
A mention of Qimir's newly comfortable status in his character biography implies that the former criminal wasn't always well-off. Jacinto seems to confirm as much in a new interview with Total Film.
- 4/30/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
Take a look at more footage from the new live-action TV series “Star Wars: The Acolyte” “…will take viewers into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers in the final days of the ‘High Republic’…”, streaming June 4, 2024 on Disney+:
The new series is being showrun by Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll”).
"Just because my show is technically, yes, 'female-centric’…
“…meaning it centers around a female protagonist, I don't think that necessarily excludes men from that space," said Headland.
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The new series is being showrun by Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll”).
"Just because my show is technically, yes, 'female-centric’…
“…meaning it centers around a female protagonist, I don't think that necessarily excludes men from that space," said Headland.
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- 4/29/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
‘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
With The Acolyte expected to drastically alter the beloved franchise by departing from George Lucas’ original vision, fans of the film series have all the reason to be giddy with anticipation. The upcoming series will differ from all previous Star Wars stories, according to the showrunner, Leslye Headland. She also revealed that it will stray from one of Lucas’ central ideas regarding the ‘Force’.
A great deal of the Force’s mystery was maintained throughout the original Star Wars trilogy. Even so, a lot more is now understood about it than in the past, particularly with the introduction of midi-chlorians in The Phantom Menace. However, the idea offended some fans because they feel it takes away the Force’s mystical quality.
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Despite this, Lucas continued to allude to the mysterious life forms on several occasions. For the unversed, tiny creatures known as midi-chlorians are responsible for assessing a...
A great deal of the Force’s mystery was maintained throughout the original Star Wars trilogy. Even so, a lot more is now understood about it than in the past, particularly with the introduction of midi-chlorians in The Phantom Menace. However, the idea offended some fans because they feel it takes away the Force’s mystical quality.
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Despite this, Lucas continued to allude to the mysterious life forms on several occasions. For the unversed, tiny creatures known as midi-chlorians are responsible for assessing a...
- 4/27/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
One thing everyone can agree on when it comes to the prequel trilogy is that George Lucas put his heart into those films, which can’t be said for the recent Star Wars flicks from Disney. But before departing from the iconic IP, Lucas also had plans on how the sequel trilogy would pan out, and while Disney did agree to respect his original wishes, unfortunately, it wasn’t the case.
Furthermore, following the failure of The Rise of the Skywalker, Lucasfilm strayed away from big-screen releases and shifted its focus to the small screen. But had Lucas’ original plans been incorporated, the sequel trilogy would’ve shattered stereotypes by introducing a new Darth Vader.
George Lucas’ Plans for the Sequel Trilogy Involved a New Darth Vader Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Thanks to the 600-page-long The Star Wars Archives – Episode I – III, 1999 – 2005, (via SFFGazette.
Furthermore, following the failure of The Rise of the Skywalker, Lucasfilm strayed away from big-screen releases and shifted its focus to the small screen. But had Lucas’ original plans been incorporated, the sequel trilogy would’ve shattered stereotypes by introducing a new Darth Vader.
George Lucas’ Plans for the Sequel Trilogy Involved a New Darth Vader Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Thanks to the 600-page-long The Star Wars Archives – Episode I – III, 1999 – 2005, (via SFFGazette.
- 4/24/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Star Wars fans get an exciting update as Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is making its way into theatres once again next month. The studio has released a brand new trailer to commemorate the 25th-anniversary re-release of the anticipated movie that has already gasped fans’ breath back in 1999.
The Phantom Menace (1999)
While fans can now witness the beginning of the Skywalker Saga, they’re more excited about rewatching the iconic Duel of the Fates scene on the big screen.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Re-release Makes Fans Excited About One Particular Scene
The highly anticipated prequel in the Star Wars series, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, is getting a re-release in theaters on May 3.
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The Phantom Menace (1999)
While fans can now witness the beginning of the Skywalker Saga, they’re more excited about rewatching the iconic Duel of the Fates scene on the big screen.
Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Re-release Makes Fans Excited About One Particular Scene
The highly anticipated prequel in the Star Wars series, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, is getting a re-release in theaters on May 3.
SUGGESTEDDisney’s The Acolyte Will Be “Packed” With Nods to Every Star Wars Era and a Special Ode to George Lucas, Promises Creator Leslye Headland
The studio...
- 4/24/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
The Acolyte is set to expand the Star Wars lore to an even greater degree, as the premiere date inches closer. The hype around the show has reached a fever pitch since the story deviates from the Skywalker saga. While it is one of the many shows on Disney’s roster for this year, Leslye Headland’s show promises to be very different.
Nearly five decades after George Lucas released Star Wars: A New Hope, the love for the series is still as strong as ever. Moreover, Headland promises that her new show will pay homage to every show and movie that has come before it.
Headland’s show is the upcoming project from Disney (Source: The Acolyte) Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte will pay an ode to George Lucas’ Star Wars
George Lucas created something very special with the original trilogy that doubles as a space western. It is...
Nearly five decades after George Lucas released Star Wars: A New Hope, the love for the series is still as strong as ever. Moreover, Headland promises that her new show will pay homage to every show and movie that has come before it.
Headland’s show is the upcoming project from Disney (Source: The Acolyte) Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte will pay an ode to George Lucas’ Star Wars
George Lucas created something very special with the original trilogy that doubles as a space western. It is...
- 4/20/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
‘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
Jay Duplass and Kelvin Yu are the latest additions to the cast of FX’s limited series adaptation of “Dying for Sex,” Variety has learned exclusively.
The series is based on the podcast of the same name. Duplass and Yu join previously announced series lead Michelle Williams and cast members Jenny Slate, Rob Delaney, David Rasche, and Esco Jouléy.
The official description of the series states “Molly (Williams), a woman diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, leaves her husband of 15 years and begins to explore her sexuality. She gets the courage and support to go on this adventure from her best friend (Slate), who stays by her side all the way to the very end.”
Duplass will play Steve, Molly’s husband. Yu will play Noah, described as “a talented musician with genuinely earnest, big feelings about his girlfriend Nikki that he isn’t shy about sharing.”
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The series is based on the podcast of the same name. Duplass and Yu join previously announced series lead Michelle Williams and cast members Jenny Slate, Rob Delaney, David Rasche, and Esco Jouléy.
The official description of the series states “Molly (Williams), a woman diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, leaves her husband of 15 years and begins to explore her sexuality. She gets the courage and support to go on this adventure from her best friend (Slate), who stays by her side all the way to the very end.”
Duplass will play Steve, Molly’s husband. Yu will play Noah, described as “a talented musician with genuinely earnest, big feelings about his girlfriend Nikki that he isn’t shy about sharing.”
As an actor, Duplass...
- 4/18/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ recently debuted, hinting at plenty of action, a promise echoed by creator Leslye Headland in various media appearances.
Headland described ‘Acolyte’ as a blend of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, drawing influence from Wuxia and Samurai genres. The trailer showcased this fusion, and Headland emphasized how ‘Acolyte’ will depict Jedi outnumbering Sith for the first time in the franchise’s history.
Although the ‘High Republic’ books serve as the main inspiration for the show, there are also many references to the prequel and sequel trilogies. In her latest interview, Dafne Keen, set to portray Jecki Lon, assured fans that the show’s action scenes will rival some of the franchise’s most memorable moments.
Yeah, that was a very frequent conversation we had. “It was very much: We want to top the Darth Maul fight — the most iconic fight, I think, in the Star Wars cinematic universe.
Headland described ‘Acolyte’ as a blend of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, drawing influence from Wuxia and Samurai genres. The trailer showcased this fusion, and Headland emphasized how ‘Acolyte’ will depict Jedi outnumbering Sith for the first time in the franchise’s history.
Although the ‘High Republic’ books serve as the main inspiration for the show, there are also many references to the prequel and sequel trilogies. In her latest interview, Dafne Keen, set to portray Jecki Lon, assured fans that the show’s action scenes will rival some of the franchise’s most memorable moments.
Yeah, that was a very frequent conversation we had. “It was very much: We want to top the Darth Maul fight — the most iconic fight, I think, in the Star Wars cinematic universe.
- 4/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Recently, the trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released, and it promised a lot of action, something that the creator herself, Leslye Headland promised in her many appearances across the media.
She explained that she pitched ‘Acolyte’ as ‘Frozen’ meets ‘Kill Bill’ and was heavily influenced by Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer already showcased plenty of that, and Headland went to great lengths to explain how ‘Acolyte’ will for the first time ever present Jedi as being vastly superior in numbers to Sith.
While the show’s primary inspiration comes from ‘High Republic’ books, there are still a lot of nods to the prequel and sequel trilogies, and in her most recent interview Dafne Keen, an actress about to portray Jecki Lon in the show promised that the show’s action sequences will top some of the most iconic moments in the history of the franchise:
Yeah,...
She explained that she pitched ‘Acolyte’ as ‘Frozen’ meets ‘Kill Bill’ and was heavily influenced by Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer already showcased plenty of that, and Headland went to great lengths to explain how ‘Acolyte’ will for the first time ever present Jedi as being vastly superior in numbers to Sith.
While the show’s primary inspiration comes from ‘High Republic’ books, there are still a lot of nods to the prequel and sequel trilogies, and in her most recent interview Dafne Keen, an actress about to portray Jecki Lon in the show promised that the show’s action sequences will top some of the most iconic moments in the history of the franchise:
Yeah,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Fans of the Jedi and Sith, take note! Star Wars is gearing up for yet another epic lightsaber duel that is set to rival the most iconic fight scenes in the Star Wars universe. The Acolyte, an upcoming Disney+ series, promises a galactic showdown that will keep viewers on the verge of tears of excitement.
Star Wars: The Acolyte seeks to surpass the epic lightsaber battle that viewers witnessed in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, which was released 25 years ago. Every Star Wars narrative attempts to elevate aspects of the franchise.
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Dafne Keen claimed that her forthcoming live-action series might even surpass Star Wars: The Phantom Menace in terms of establishing the benchmark for lightsaber combat.
Mastering the Art of Lightsaber Choreography in The Acolyte
Ahead of the show’s June premiere, the cast of The Acolyte is presently touring. One of the cast members,...
Star Wars: The Acolyte seeks to surpass the epic lightsaber battle that viewers witnessed in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, which was released 25 years ago. Every Star Wars narrative attempts to elevate aspects of the franchise.
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Dafne Keen claimed that her forthcoming live-action series might even surpass Star Wars: The Phantom Menace in terms of establishing the benchmark for lightsaber combat.
Mastering the Art of Lightsaber Choreography in The Acolyte
Ahead of the show’s June premiere, the cast of The Acolyte is presently touring. One of the cast members,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
‘The Acolyte’ is the first live-action show to take place in High Republic time period and the second show overall (the first one was ‘Young Jedi Adventures’). Headland already explained how she was a massive fan of Star Wars Universe during her teen years and she jumped on the first opportunity to add something new and unique to the lore of the franchise.
She explained that she pitched ‘Acolyte’ as ‘Frozen’ meets ‘Kill Bill’ and was heavily influenced by Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer already showcased plenty of that, and Headland went to great lengths to explain how ‘Acolyte’ will for the first time ever present Jedi as being vastly superior in numbers to Sith.
In her latest interview with Empire Magazine, Headland explained how she was essentially driven to present a story from a bad guys’ perspective:
I was driven to write a story that essentially was...
She explained that she pitched ‘Acolyte’ as ‘Frozen’ meets ‘Kill Bill’ and was heavily influenced by Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer already showcased plenty of that, and Headland went to great lengths to explain how ‘Acolyte’ will for the first time ever present Jedi as being vastly superior in numbers to Sith.
In her latest interview with Empire Magazine, Headland explained how she was essentially driven to present a story from a bad guys’ perspective:
I was driven to write a story that essentially was...
- 4/12/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
The upcoming Star Wars: The Acolyte is all set to take us back to the days of the High Republic. The Disney+ show, set 100 years before the events of the Prequel Trilogy, was expected to excite the fans to explore an uncharted territory in the franchise so far. Sadly, the fans don’t seem so eager for it, especially after the release of the latest looks from the show.
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The Star Wars fandom is famous for being one of the most divided and brutal fanbases. It can be seen in the response to the Sequel Trilogy, which started strong but ended on an unsatisfying note with Rise of the Skywalker. Although some shows like The Mandalorian and Andor were praised, it looks like the fans are again disappointed with the upcoming The Acolyte series.
Star Wars: The Acolyte continues to divide the fanbase Amandla Sternberg in...
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The Star Wars fandom is famous for being one of the most divided and brutal fanbases. It can be seen in the response to the Sequel Trilogy, which started strong but ended on an unsatisfying note with Rise of the Skywalker. Although some shows like The Mandalorian and Andor were praised, it looks like the fans are again disappointed with the upcoming The Acolyte series.
Star Wars: The Acolyte continues to divide the fanbase Amandla Sternberg in...
- 4/11/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Jedi galore. A dark, murderous mystery plot. A Wookiee with a lightsaber. Star Wars is back with a series like no other – get ready for The Acolyte, exploring a brand new era of the galaxy, 100 years before The Phantom Menace. The new issue of Empire takes a world-exclusive deep dive into the show with creator Leslye Headland and her sprawling ensemble cast – and you can pick it up on newsstands from Thursday 11 April.
For now, take a sneak peek inside the issue and see what’s in store…
The Acolyte
An even longer time ago in a galaxy far, far away, there were Jedi everywhere – and an unseen enemy in the shadows. Empire delves into an all new era of Star Wars with The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland, speaking to the likes of Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Carrie-Anne Moss, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Rebecca Henderson, Joonas Suotamo, Manny Jacinto, and...
For now, take a sneak peek inside the issue and see what’s in store…
The Acolyte
An even longer time ago in a galaxy far, far away, there were Jedi everywhere – and an unseen enemy in the shadows. Empire delves into an all new era of Star Wars with The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland, speaking to the likes of Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Carrie-Anne Moss, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Rebecca Henderson, Joonas Suotamo, Manny Jacinto, and...
- 4/10/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Get ready to play a very different kind of Easter egg hunt with the new "Star Wars" series "The Acolyte" (watch the trailer here). Leslye Headland's upcoming series takes place 100 years before "Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace," which should come as a soothing balm to those who've been waiting for the franchise to move far (far) away from the Skywalker Saga and explore other periods of "Star Wars" history in live-action. That being the case, the real test here won't be seeing how many references or nods to other "Star Wars" projects you can spot; it will be figuring out where you've previously seen the show's crackerjack actors.
With the exceptions of "The Matrix" icon Carrie-Anne Moss and up-and-coming whipper-snappers Amandla Stenberg ("Bodies Bodies Bodies") and Dafne Keen ("His Dark Materials"), much of the "Acolyte" cast is composed of "Hey, I know them!" type character actors.
With the exceptions of "The Matrix" icon Carrie-Anne Moss and up-and-coming whipper-snappers Amandla Stenberg ("Bodies Bodies Bodies") and Dafne Keen ("His Dark Materials"), much of the "Acolyte" cast is composed of "Hey, I know them!" type character actors.
- 4/8/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
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.
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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.
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- 4/8/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
The Acolyte’s Vernestra Rwoh Has ‘Been Through Some Shit’ After The High Republic Novels – Exclusive
For the most part, The Acolyte is set to be an entirely new Star Wars experience. It’s set in an unexplored era, 100 years prior to The Phantom Menace; it has an entirely new cast of Jedi; its mystery plot is being kept tightly under wraps. But for fans of The High Republic novels – set 100 years before The Acolyte – there’ll be a familiar face. Rebecca Henderson is playing Vernestra Rwoh – a High Republic character who, in the books, is a prodigious young Jedi Knight who passed the trials at 15, and soon finds herself facing the threat of the marauding Nihil. In The Acolyte, the green-skinned Mirialan is now 116 years old – and a fully-fledged Jedi Master based in the temple on Coruscant.
The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland is thrilled to have Rwoh be part of her series. “I absolutely love Vernestra. You can tell, because I cast my wife,” she laughs while speaking to Empire.
The Acolyte creator Leslye Headland is thrilled to have Rwoh be part of her series. “I absolutely love Vernestra. You can tell, because I cast my wife,” she laughs while speaking to Empire.
- 4/8/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Star Wars’ most legendary Wookiee, Chewbacca, is many things – a loyal friend, a stellar co-pilot, a great shot, and a guilty devourer of Porgs, among others. But he’s not exactly Jedi material. His impulsiveness and propensity for guttural growls are two of the reasons he’s so beloved by fans – even though those traits are hardly the Jedi way. But in The Acolyte, for the first time in live-action, Star Wars will bring us a lightsaber-wielding Wookiee Jedi in full flow. Meet Kelnacca, an all-new walking carpet, and “another Star Wars dream come true” for actor Joonas Suotamo – the man who picked up the Chewie baton from Peter Mayhew on the sequel trilogy and Solo.
“Ever since [I was] five years old, I've been fantasising about being a Jedi, like every kid,” Suotamo tells Empire. “When the word ‘Jedi’ was first mentioned [in talks for The Acolyte], I felt really excited – like a little kid who...
“Ever since [I was] five years old, I've been fantasising about being a Jedi, like every kid,” Suotamo tells Empire. “When the word ‘Jedi’ was first mentioned [in talks for The Acolyte], I felt really excited – like a little kid who...
- 4/8/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
Carrie-Anne Moss’s astonishing portrayal of the Trinity in The Matrix franchise has become nothing short of legendary. Known for strength, intelligence, and agility, the character has become an iconic figure as far as pop culture is concerned. With a fifth Matrix movie reportedly in the works, fans are geared to possibly witness Moss’s iconic character back on the big screen.
Carrie-Anne Moss (in a still from The Matrix franchise)
However, they don’t need to wait years for the fifth movie to do so (if Moss comes back in the role) for The Acolyte is where one can witness Moss as a mighty Jedi, a role which is inspired by Trinity from The Matrix.
Carrie-Anne Moss Stars as a Jedi in The Acolyte
Moss as Jedi Master Indara in The Acolyte trailer
Carrie-Anne Moss‘s Trinity will forever be remembered for the incredible action scenes and gravity-defying stunts...
Carrie-Anne Moss (in a still from The Matrix franchise)
However, they don’t need to wait years for the fifth movie to do so (if Moss comes back in the role) for The Acolyte is where one can witness Moss as a mighty Jedi, a role which is inspired by Trinity from The Matrix.
Carrie-Anne Moss Stars as a Jedi in The Acolyte
Moss as Jedi Master Indara in The Acolyte trailer
Carrie-Anne Moss‘s Trinity will forever be remembered for the incredible action scenes and gravity-defying stunts...
- 4/6/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
A few weeks back, the trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ dropped, giving us a glimpse of the setting and characters. While the plot remains largely mysterious, fans are buzzing with excitement over its High Republic Era backdrop, a first for live-action. Apart from the setting, what really piques interest are the characters. Headland mentioned that while some are new creations, others like Vernerstra Rwoh are lifted right from the books.
In a recent interview with Empire, Leslye Headland, the creator of the show, talked about a thrilling character, Jedi Master Indara. Carrie Anne-Moss will bring Indara to life in the upcoming series. It’s worth noting that Anne-Moss is best known for her role as Trinity in ‘The Matrix’ franchise. Not surprisingly, Headland shared that this was the inspiration behind Indara in ‘Acolyte’ too.
She is very much inspired by Trinity. If it means Star Wars fans see Indara...
In a recent interview with Empire, Leslye Headland, the creator of the show, talked about a thrilling character, Jedi Master Indara. Carrie Anne-Moss will bring Indara to life in the upcoming series. It’s worth noting that Anne-Moss is best known for her role as Trinity in ‘The Matrix’ franchise. Not surprisingly, Headland shared that this was the inspiration behind Indara in ‘Acolyte’ too.
She is very much inspired by Trinity. If it means Star Wars fans see Indara...
- 4/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Several weeks ago, the trailer for the highly-anticipated ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released and we’ve gotten a look at the setting and the characters. Little is known about the plot of the show, but most fans are excited by the fact that ‘The Acolyte’ will be taking place during the High Republic Era, something previously unseen in live action.
Second only to the setting, the most interesting thing about the show are certainly its characters, Headland herself admitted that some characters are original and some, like Vernerstra Rwoh were taken straight from the books.
In her recent interview with Empire, the creator of the show Leslye Headland discussed one particularly exciting character, Jedi Master Indara. Indara will be played by Carrie Anne-Moss in the upcoming show, and we can’t deny that the actress is most famously known as Trinity from ‘The Matrix’ franchise. Unsurprisingly, Headland revealed that...
Second only to the setting, the most interesting thing about the show are certainly its characters, Headland herself admitted that some characters are original and some, like Vernerstra Rwoh were taken straight from the books.
In her recent interview with Empire, the creator of the show Leslye Headland discussed one particularly exciting character, Jedi Master Indara. Indara will be played by Carrie Anne-Moss in the upcoming show, and we can’t deny that the actress is most famously known as Trinity from ‘The Matrix’ franchise. Unsurprisingly, Headland revealed that...
- 4/5/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
It makes so much sense, you almost wonder why it hasn’t happened already. Given Carrie-Anne Moss’ astonishing action work in The Matrix movies – with their gravity-defying wire-work and rapid-fire hand-to-hand choreography – she possesses Jedi-level talents already. And in new Star Wars series The Acolyte, creator Leslye Headland is finally connecting all of those dots. Meet Jedi Master Indara, bringing martial-arts excellence to the galaxy far, far away. As seen in the show’s first trailer, not only will the part see Moss get caught up in hand-to-hand combat with Amandla Stenberg’s mysterious Mae – she also brings Force moves into her fighting. Yes: she knows Force-fu.
“She is very much inspired by Trinity,” Headland tells Empire of Master Indara. Casting Moss was, she says, a “no-brainer” – if it means Star Wars fans see Indara as ‘Trinity with a lightsaber’, that’s the intended effect. “I personally wanted to see...
“She is very much inspired by Trinity,” Headland tells Empire of Master Indara. Casting Moss was, she says, a “no-brainer” – if it means Star Wars fans see Indara as ‘Trinity with a lightsaber’, that’s the intended effect. “I personally wanted to see...
- 4/5/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
The cast of the newest Star Wars live-action series, The Acolyte, has certainly turned heads. Set 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, at the end of the High Republic era, The Acolyte follows a group of Jedi played by a who’s who of notable stars, including Squid Game‘s Lee Jung-jae as Master Sol and Logan‘s Dafne Keen as his padawan Jecki Lon. Amandla Stenberg (Bodies Bodies Bodies) adds quite a bit of ferocity as a former padawan named Mae who’s gone rogue.
Add to that impressive list another Jedi Master who also happens to be a master of wire-fu in her spare time: it’s Carrie-Anne Moss as Master Indara. It’s a casting that makes so much sense, especially once you see Moss’ Jedi Master perform some “Force-fu” in a fight against Mae in the first trailer for the Disney+ series. Sans lightsaber,...
Add to that impressive list another Jedi Master who also happens to be a master of wire-fu in her spare time: it’s Carrie-Anne Moss as Master Indara. It’s a casting that makes so much sense, especially once you see Moss’ Jedi Master perform some “Force-fu” in a fight against Mae in the first trailer for the Disney+ series. Sans lightsaber,...
- 4/5/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
While kept under wraps for what seemed like years, the “Star Wars” Lucasfilm series “The Acolyte” was finally revealed last month with the first trailer that pulled back the curtain on the series. Created by “Russian Doll” writer/director Leslye Headland, also known for raunchy R-rated comedies like “Bachelorette,” the trailer teased some of its influences, such as “The Phantom Menace”, noir-mysteries and little bit of “The Matrix”-style kung-fu action.
Continue reading ‘The Acolyte’: Creator Leslye Headland Says She Purposefully Evoked ‘The Matrix’ With “Force Fu Fights” at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘The Acolyte’: Creator Leslye Headland Says She Purposefully Evoked ‘The Matrix’ With “Force Fu Fights” at The Playlist.
- 4/5/2024
- by Edward Davis
- The Playlist
The Acolyte is a Star Wars project filled with mystery. For one, it’s an actual mystery series – set 100 years before The Phantom Menace, with a spate of Jedi murders prompting an investigation into the culprit behind those mysterious deaths. Then, there’s plenty of mystery surrounding Amandla Stenberg’s Mae – a shadowy assassin figure whose role in proceedings is being held tightly under wraps. Even the show’s title is something of a mystery: who, or what, even is ‘The Acolyte’?
As series creator Leslye Headland tells Empire, it’s a term that originates in Extended Universe lore – Legends novels which aren’t considered canon, but from which Star Wars creators often draw inspiration. “It’s a position, essentially, that someone is going to fulfil, or step into,” Headland hints in our world-exclusive cover feature. “We know with the Sith that there is a Master, we know that there is an Apprentice.
As series creator Leslye Headland tells Empire, it’s a term that originates in Extended Universe lore – Legends novels which aren’t considered canon, but from which Star Wars creators often draw inspiration. “It’s a position, essentially, that someone is going to fulfil, or step into,” Headland hints in our world-exclusive cover feature. “We know with the Sith that there is a Master, we know that there is an Apprentice.
- 4/5/2024
- Empire - TV
There are two sides to every story, but nothing is ever really black and white, good versus evil, or even Jedi versus Empire.
Disney+ animated series “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire,” the follow-up to 2022’s “Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi,” centers on the rise of the Galactic Empire. The six-episode show follows two warriors on divergent paths, set during different eras: After losing everything, young Morgan Elsbeth (Diana Lee Inosanto) navigates the expanding Imperial world toward a path of vengeance, per the official synopsis, while former Jedi Barriss Offee (Meredith Salenger) does what she must to survive a rapidly changing galaxy. The choices they make will define their destinies.
The voice cast also includes Rya Kihlstedt (Lyn aka Fourth Sister), Wing T. Chao (Wing), Lars Mikkelsen (Thrawn), Jason Isaacs (Grand Inquisitor), and Matthew Wood (General Grievous).
“Ahsoka” showrunner and Lucasfilm Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni created the series...
Disney+ animated series “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire,” the follow-up to 2022’s “Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi,” centers on the rise of the Galactic Empire. The six-episode show follows two warriors on divergent paths, set during different eras: After losing everything, young Morgan Elsbeth (Diana Lee Inosanto) navigates the expanding Imperial world toward a path of vengeance, per the official synopsis, while former Jedi Barriss Offee (Meredith Salenger) does what she must to survive a rapidly changing galaxy. The choices they make will define their destinies.
The voice cast also includes Rya Kihlstedt (Lyn aka Fourth Sister), Wing T. Chao (Wing), Lars Mikkelsen (Thrawn), Jason Isaacs (Grand Inquisitor), and Matthew Wood (General Grievous).
“Ahsoka” showrunner and Lucasfilm Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni created the series...
- 4/4/2024
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
It’s long been a part of the Star Wars mythos, but something rarely depicted in live-action: go back before Order 66 and the events of the prequels, and the galaxy was once flooded with Jedi. The sight of lightsaber-wielders moving en masse was a major moment at the end of Episode II – Attack Of The Clones – but given that Palpatine and a nascent Vader bumped all the other Jedi off shortly after, it’s rarely been seen again. The Acolyte, though, is set to deliver exactly that – the new Star Wars series, from an original idea by Russian Doll creator Leslye Headland, is set 100 years before The Phantom Menace, at the end of the largely-peaceful High Republic era. And it’s a time simply stacked with Jedi.
Which in itself begs a bigger, overarching Star Wars question: if the Jedi were once flourishing and all-powerful, how did they let it...
Which in itself begs a bigger, overarching Star Wars question: if the Jedi were once flourishing and all-powerful, how did they let it...
- 4/4/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
Every Star Wars film begins with that iconic line of text: a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. But on screen, the furthest back audiences have ever gone is the earliest days of the Skywalker Saga in Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Until now. Incoming series The Acolyte is an all-new adventure set in George Lucas’ universe, turning the clock back 100 years before Episode I to unspool a mystery offering fresh insight into the Jedi, the Sith, and everything in between. It’s packed with brand new heroes, bursting with martial-arts action, and – most importantly – will stick a lightsaber in the hands (paws?) of a Wookiee. The Acolyte is about to excavate an undiscovered chapter in Star Wars history – get ready to experience an even longer time ago in a galaxy far, far away.
The new issue of Empire is a world-exclusive deep-dive into Star Wars’ boldest...
The new issue of Empire is a world-exclusive deep-dive into Star Wars’ boldest...
- 4/4/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Disney really wants to make their latest ‘Star Wars’ Disney+ show ‘The Acolyte’ stick. They are so desperate to do it that they are reportedly making a ‘first look’ part of the special 25th Anniversary screenings of ‘Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.‘
If you want to see the 25th-anniversary screening of the film over Star Wars Day weekend, you will have to watch ‘The Acolyte’ first look as well.
Steeped in Controversy
‘The Acolyte’ has been controversial since it was first announced in Variety before Disney even confirmed that it was true. Some saw the “leak” as a way to push this show through by releasing the genie so it’s harder to put it back in the bottle.
Another big part of the controversy is the showrunner herself, Leslye Headland, who was a personal assistant to Harvey Weinstein at one point. However, she has not been accused of anything that we know of.
If you want to see the 25th-anniversary screening of the film over Star Wars Day weekend, you will have to watch ‘The Acolyte’ first look as well.
Steeped in Controversy
‘The Acolyte’ has been controversial since it was first announced in Variety before Disney even confirmed that it was true. Some saw the “leak” as a way to push this show through by releasing the genie so it’s harder to put it back in the bottle.
Another big part of the controversy is the showrunner herself, Leslye Headland, who was a personal assistant to Harvey Weinstein at one point. However, she has not been accused of anything that we know of.
- 4/4/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
Take a look at the new live-action “Star Wars: The Acolyte” TV series that “…will take viewers into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers in the final days of the ‘High Republic’…”, streaming June 4, 2024 on Disney+:
The new series is being showrun by Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll”).
"Just because my show is technically, yes, 'female-centric’…
“…meaning it centers around a female protagonist, I don't think that necessarily excludes men from that space," said Headland.
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The new series is being showrun by Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll”).
"Just because my show is technically, yes, 'female-centric’…
“…meaning it centers around a female protagonist, I don't think that necessarily excludes men from that space," said Headland.
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- 4/2/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Exploring the Shadows of the Force in The Acolyte As anticipation for The Acolyte builds, the official Databank has been updated with tantalizing information on the series’ characters. With the first teaser trailer and key art now public, fans are eagerly dissecting every detail. Showrunner Leslye Headland, known for her work on Russian Doll, is steering this dark mystery-thriller into uncharted territories of the Star Wars universe. The Databank’s new entries shine a light on Jedi Master Sol and Jedi Master Indara, alongside Master Kelnacca—an imposing Wookiee Jedi brought to life on stage by Joonas Suotamo. They join the ranks
The post Meet The Acolyte’s New Characters and Dive into Dark Star Wars Mysteries first appeared on TVovermind.
The post Meet The Acolyte’s New Characters and Dive into Dark Star Wars Mysteries first appeared on TVovermind.
- 3/23/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
With its first teaser two days ago, “Star Wars” fans now have some idea of what to expect from Leslye Headland‘s “The Acolyte.” But Headland stopped by Collider to provide more details about her upcoming Disney+ series, namely how long each installment of the eight-episode season is, how “The Acolyte” relates to other “Star Wars” series, and if this upcoming season is just the first of several.
Continue reading ‘The Acolyte’: Leslye Headland Wants More Than One Season Of Her Disney+ Series: “I Definitely Pitched It As A Multi-Season Show” at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘The Acolyte’: Leslye Headland Wants More Than One Season Of Her Disney+ Series: “I Definitely Pitched It As A Multi-Season Show” at The Playlist.
- 3/21/2024
- by Ned Booth
- The Playlist
The trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte has finally dropped, and it once again whisks you away to a galaxy far away. Announced by Lucasfilm in 2020, it took the production four years to get off the ground, but it is finally here, and it looks good.
Like most Star Wars projects, The Acolyte has been the subject of many discussions and speculation over the years. One of the major topics was the period in which the show was set. The trailer offers an interesting peek into the lives of the Jedi, but the fandom is less than impressed, and the show has already hit a disappointing milestone.
The trailer for the new show is out (Source: The Acolyte)
The Acolyte will take you back to the era of the High Republic
Star Wars is one of the most beloved franchises of all time. A New Hope kicked off the series,...
Like most Star Wars projects, The Acolyte has been the subject of many discussions and speculation over the years. One of the major topics was the period in which the show was set. The trailer offers an interesting peek into the lives of the Jedi, but the fandom is less than impressed, and the show has already hit a disappointing milestone.
The trailer for the new show is out (Source: The Acolyte)
The Acolyte will take you back to the era of the High Republic
Star Wars is one of the most beloved franchises of all time. A New Hope kicked off the series,...
- 3/21/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
Disney is giving us a blast from the past with its next entry in the Star Wars series, as showrunner Leslye Headland (Russian Doll) takes us back to the golden age of the High Republic. Going back further on the timeline than live-action Star Wars has before, The Acolyte takes place at the height of the Jedi Order’s power, 100 years before Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon Jinn blundered their trade negotiations in The Phantom Menace.
With a largely new cast, the first trailer for The Acolyte gave us a look at Amandla Stenberg‘s rogue warrior Mae, The Matrix’s Carrie-Anne Moss and Squid Game‘s Lee Jung-jae as Jedi Masters, and Solo’s Joonas Suotamo playing the Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca. But despite the many Jedi in the story, Headland has said that the show also tackles the story of the Sith and how they managed to infiltrate and corrupt the Republic and the Jedi Order.
With a largely new cast, the first trailer for The Acolyte gave us a look at Amandla Stenberg‘s rogue warrior Mae, The Matrix’s Carrie-Anne Moss and Squid Game‘s Lee Jung-jae as Jedi Masters, and Solo’s Joonas Suotamo playing the Wookiee Jedi Kelnacca. But despite the many Jedi in the story, Headland has said that the show also tackles the story of the Sith and how they managed to infiltrate and corrupt the Republic and the Jedi Order.
- 3/21/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Earlier in the week, Lucasfilm released the first trailer for The Acolyte, the first live-action series set during the High Republic era of Star Wars. The series was first announced in 2020 and is headed up by Leslye Headland. The series experienced multiple production delays and will now release on June 4th.
However, despite Lucasfilm trying to generate excitement for this long in development series the reaction hasn’t been the most positive. As of writing this article, the trailer on on the official Star Wars YouTube Channel has 215K Dislikes to 144K Likes.
Surprisingly, the video still has comments enabled and a number of disappointed fans are making their voices heard. Many of them make fun of the “Close your eyes, what do you see?” part of the trailer.
A good portion of the comments also reference Harvey Weinstein as the showrunner, Leslye Headland, was his personal assistant for a number of years.
However, despite Lucasfilm trying to generate excitement for this long in development series the reaction hasn’t been the most positive. As of writing this article, the trailer on on the official Star Wars YouTube Channel has 215K Dislikes to 144K Likes.
Surprisingly, the video still has comments enabled and a number of disappointed fans are making their voices heard. Many of them make fun of the “Close your eyes, what do you see?” part of the trailer.
A good portion of the comments also reference Harvey Weinstein as the showrunner, Leslye Headland, was his personal assistant for a number of years.
- 3/21/2024
- by Mr. Milo
- Pirates & Princesses
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
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ has been in the making for a long time, but this week plenty of announcements have been made with the show’s first public trailer being released. Little is known about the plot of the show, but most fans are excited by the fact that ‘The Acolyte’ will be taking place during the High Republic Era, something previously unseen in live action.
Despite the unique setting, ‘The Acolyte’ is the second show overall that takes place during that time frame, the first being ‘Young Jedi Adventures’ that recently ended its run. Judging by Headland’s own words so far, ‘Acolyte’ will be something entirely different than what we’re expecting. She originally pitched the show as ‘Frozen meets Kill Bill’ and described samurai movies & Wuxia films as one of her main inspirations.
Being a huge geek for Star Wars ever since she was a teen, it...
Despite the unique setting, ‘The Acolyte’ is the second show overall that takes place during that time frame, the first being ‘Young Jedi Adventures’ that recently ended its run. Judging by Headland’s own words so far, ‘Acolyte’ will be something entirely different than what we’re expecting. She originally pitched the show as ‘Frozen meets Kill Bill’ and described samurai movies & Wuxia films as one of her main inspirations.
Being a huge geek for Star Wars ever since she was a teen, it...
- 3/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Star Wars: The Acolyte’ has finally unveiled its first trailer as it gears up for its premiere on Disney+ (Photo Credit – IMDb)
During the Star Wars Celebration last year, fans were given a sneak peek of “The Acolyte” through its official trailer, which featured various clips and action sequences from the initial teaser. While most characters introduced in the series are original to the Star Wars universe, viewers can expect to encounter a familiar face in Jedi Knight Vernestra Rwoh, portrayed by Rebecca Henderson, renowned for her recent role in “Defy the Storm.” Alongside the unveiling of the first poster, the show’s official synopsis was released, outlining an investigation into a shocking crime spree that sets a respected Jedi Master, played by Lee Jung-Jae, against a dangerous warrior from his past, portrayed by Amandla Stenberg. As the investigation unfolds and additional clues surface, they embark on a dark journey...
During the Star Wars Celebration last year, fans were given a sneak peek of “The Acolyte” through its official trailer, which featured various clips and action sequences from the initial teaser. While most characters introduced in the series are original to the Star Wars universe, viewers can expect to encounter a familiar face in Jedi Knight Vernestra Rwoh, portrayed by Rebecca Henderson, renowned for her recent role in “Defy the Storm.” Alongside the unveiling of the first poster, the show’s official synopsis was released, outlining an investigation into a shocking crime spree that sets a respected Jedi Master, played by Lee Jung-Jae, against a dangerous warrior from his past, portrayed by Amandla Stenberg. As the investigation unfolds and additional clues surface, they embark on a dark journey...
- 3/21/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
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
After a wait that felt like years, Lucasfilm finally unveiled the first look and trailer of the new “Star Wars” mystery thriller, “The Acolyte.” With the veil on the shadowy, secretive project lifted, the show’s creator, Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll”), could finally delve into the series’ details. In A new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Headland spoke about the series’ influences, such as “Kill Bill” and “Rashomon,” and how exactly she pitched the idea to Lucasfilm head Kathleen Kennedy.
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- 3/20/2024
- by Christopher Marc
- The Playlist
The Acolyte is an ambitious new series set in the Star Wars universe, which takes place during a previously unexplored era of the space-opera franchise. The series is created by Leslye Headland, who also serves as the showrunner, and follows a Jedi Master and former Padawan’s quest to solve a series of unsettling murders.
Amandla Sternberg as Mae in The Acolyte
Ahead of the show’s premiere later this year, Headland discussed the themes and inspirations behind the series. During an interview, Headland revealed certain aspects of the series were inspired by elements from the Star Wars franchise that had previously been sidelined under producer Kathleen Kennedy. Here is how these elements inspired Headland’s The Acolyte.
The Acolyte Showrunner Leslye Headland Reveals Star Wars Extended Universe Inspiration
Lee Jung-jae as Sol in The Acolyte
Russian Doll creator Leslye Headland is the mind behind the live-action series The Acolyte,...
Amandla Sternberg as Mae in The Acolyte
Ahead of the show’s premiere later this year, Headland discussed the themes and inspirations behind the series. During an interview, Headland revealed certain aspects of the series were inspired by elements from the Star Wars franchise that had previously been sidelined under producer Kathleen Kennedy. Here is how these elements inspired Headland’s The Acolyte.
The Acolyte Showrunner Leslye Headland Reveals Star Wars Extended Universe Inspiration
Lee Jung-jae as Sol in The Acolyte
Russian Doll creator Leslye Headland is the mind behind the live-action series The Acolyte,...
- 3/20/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
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
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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
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The two-episode premiere of the Star Wars original series hits Disney+ on June 5th...
- 3/20/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte series will explore an unexplored area of the Star Wars universe. The Disney+ show is very different from the other Star Wars projects and is even set 100 years before the events of The Prequel Trilogy. Interestingly, Headland intentionally hired a writer in the room who was not a Star Wars fan to have different perspectives on the show.
Star Wars: The Acolyte
Recently after The Acolyte trailer was released, the fandom has seen a buzz surrounding the Star Wars mystery-thriller special. The show, set in the final days of the High Republic era, focuses on a Jedi master’s investigation of a series of murders across the galaxy by a dangerous assassin.
Why did Leslye Headland want a non-Star Wars fan on The Acolyte production?
Amandla Sternberg in The Acolyte
In big franchise projects like Marvel or Star Wars, fans often want the cast and...
Star Wars: The Acolyte
Recently after The Acolyte trailer was released, the fandom has seen a buzz surrounding the Star Wars mystery-thriller special. The show, set in the final days of the High Republic era, focuses on a Jedi master’s investigation of a series of murders across the galaxy by a dangerous assassin.
Why did Leslye Headland want a non-Star Wars fan on The Acolyte production?
Amandla Sternberg in The Acolyte
In big franchise projects like Marvel or Star Wars, fans often want the cast and...
- 3/20/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
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
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