The upcoming Star Wars series titled “Star Wars: The Acolyte” will premiere in 2024.
- The Acolyte is part of the Star Wars franchise, set at the end of the High Republic era before the events of the main Star Wars films.
- The eight-episode series is scheduled to be released on Disney+ in 2024.
The Star Wars universe has sprawled beyond its original movies, now boasting an extensive collection of films either released or currently in making. These range from gripping political dramas to adrenaline-pumping action series, catering fan base of every age group. Though Andor has stood out as one of the most sophisticated and mature Star Wars shows, the next series in the universe, The Acolyte is expected to take things a notch higher.
Star Wars: The Acolyte is an upcoming television series created by Leslye Headland. It is one of the most intriguing Star Wars projects currently in the works. More and more new stories set in that far-off galaxy are being explored on the Disney+ platform, and The Acolyte will be set further back in the timeline than any other live-action Star Wars project.
Basically, the show will focus on the emergence of dark side powers in the final days of the High Republic Era. It is anticipated to provide a new angle on Star Wars mythology by delving into the complexities of the Force and the secrets of the dark side.
Even with all of this information, the series’ release date continues to give fans concern. Well, if you are one of them, you have come to the right place. Here’s everything you need to know about Star Wars: The Acolyte.
When Is Star Wars: The Acolyte Releasing?
Disney CEO Bob Iger announced back in March that Star Wars: The Acolyte will “air on Disney+ in 2024.” But as of right now, The Acolyte’s exact release date is unknown. Having said that, we anticipate its release in the first half of 2024, with March being the most likely month.
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The series began filming in October 2022, and prior Star Wars shows have typically taken a little more than a year to reach audiences. Therefore, the timeframes for production and release coincide.
What will be the plot of The Acolyte?
There have been numerous exciting reveals about the plot of The Acolyte Disney+ series. The Acolyte will take place at the end of the High Republic era, two centuries before the events of The Phantom Menace.
It’s been called a mystery thriller that centers on a Padawan student and a Jedi investigating dark secrets and newly discovered dark-side powers. It’s also claimed that The Acolyte will include parts of the expanded Star Wars universe into the narrative by referencing the video games and novels in the series.
It’s interesting to note that Leslye Headland called the series an interesting hybrid of Frozen and Kill Bill and specifically mentioned The Phantom Menace as an influence.
The official synopsis of the series reads:
The Acolyte is a mystery-thriller that will take viewers into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers in the final days of the High Republic era. 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.
Who’s in the cast of The Acolyte?
Carrie-Anne Moss, renowned for her role in The Matrix, takes on a significant role as a Jedi within the series. Amandla Stenberg, known for The Hate U Give, steps into the spotlight as the former padawan central to the show. Joining them are Lee Jung-jae from Squid Game as a Jedi Master and Manny Jacinto from The Good Place in a yet-to-be-disclosed role. Actors and actresses spanning various ages are part of the show’s ensemble, among them are Dafne Keen from Logan and Jodie Turner-Smith from After Yang.
Following is the incredible cast of The Acolyte. Check it out:
- Amandla Stenberg as a former padawan
- Lee Jung-jae as a Jedi Master
- Manny Jacinto
- Dafne Keen as a young Jedi
- Jodie Turner-Smith
- Rebecca Henderson as Vernestra Rwoh
- Charlie Barnett as a young Jedi
- Dean-Charles Chapman
- Carrie-Anne Moss as a Jedi
- Margarita Levieva
- Joonas Suotamo as Kelnacca
Is there any trailer?
No, a trailer for The Acolyte has not yet been released and will most likely not be for a while. So, fans will have to wait a little longer. However, the first trailer was shown at Star Wars Celebration Europe back in April. You can check a few glimpses of the show here.
Who is making The Acolyte?
Leslye Headland, renowned for co-creating Netflix’s Russian Doll, spearheads The Acolyte as its creator, writer, director, and showrunner. She’s joined by an impressive lineup of executive producers: Jason Micallef, Simon Emanuel, Kathleen Kennedy, and Jeff King, with Damian Anderson and Rayne Roberts taking on producing duties.
Cinematographers Chris Teague and James Friend bring their expertise to the series. Additionally, Kognada from After Yang and Alex García López from Daredevil are slated to direct episodes.
How Many Episodes Are There in The Acolyte Season 1?
There are a total of eight episodes. These episodes are expected to be released weekly, one a week.
Where to watch The Acolyte?
Star Wars: The Acolyte will exclusively premiere on Disney+.
