Lucasfilm has decided not to renew the series “The Acolyte” for a season 2. The episodes are available on Disney+.
The new golden age of Star Warsit’s definitely not for right away. The last series in the franchise, The Acolyte aired in the spring on Disney+, was ultimately canceled after just one season according to DeadlineThis program, which tells the story of the height of the Jedi order and the emergence of the dark side of the Force during the final hours of the High Republic, will therefore not have a season 2, despite the wishes of its creator, Leslye Headlands.
The reasons for the cancellation of The Acolyte after only eight episodes were not released. While the series had received rather positive reviews from the press (78% on Rotten Tomatoes, 3.3/5 on Allociné), it had on the other hand divided the fans of the series much more, some accusing it of “wokeness” and judging that it would not be sufficiently respectful of the legacy of the saga. The creator, Leslye Headlands, has always said she is a huge fan of Star Wars and its lore. Conversely, specialist critics saw it as a way to modernize the saga that was losing momentum. On Allociné, the public’s rating fell to 2.3/5.
As a result, the American trade magazine specifies, the audiences were not there. Despite a strong launch, the series was unable to maintain its audience levels in the long term, to the point of becoming, according to estimates, “the lowest season finale of all Star Wars series”).
What is the plot of Star Wars: The Acolyte ?
Set in a time long before the Skywalker family, The Acolyte takes us a century before the events of Star Wars: Episode Iduring the final days of the High Republic era. Billed as a mystery thriller, the series evokes the emerging powers of the dark side. To investigate a series of crimes, a former Padawan reunites with her Jedi Master, but they must confront powers far more formidable than they thought.
Which actors are in the cast of Star Wars: The Acolyte ?
- Amandla Stenberg: Mae
- Lee Jung-jae: Sol
- Manny Jacinto: Qimir
- Dafne Keen: Jecki Lon
- Jodie Turner-Smith: Mother Aniseya
- Rebecca Henderson as Vernestra Rwoh
- Charlie Barnett: Yord Fandar
- Dean-Charles Chapman
- Carrie-Anne Moss: Indara
- Margarita Levieva
- Joonas Suotamo: Kelnacca
- Amy Tsang
Where to see Star Wars: The Acolyte in streaming?
Fans of the Star Wars saga can discover more about the origins of the universe imagined by George Lucas June 5, 2024 on Disney+, with weekly streaming every Wednesday. To view The Acolyteyou just need to be subscribed to the platform streaming at the time of the series’ release. Note that the Disney+ subscription is available for 5.99 euros per month (with ads), 8.99 euros per month (two screens but no ads), or 11.99 euros per month (all the benefits including 4 screens).