The review embargo for The Acolyte lifted yesterday and with 80 verdicts now counted from critics, it sits at a "Certified Fresh" 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes. As we first explained on SFFGazette.com, that puts it in the same ballpark as Andor (96%).
A "Critics Consensus" has also been generated which reads, "Taking fresh risks with Star Wars lore while having infectious fun playing with the stylistic trappings of a galaxy far, far away, The Acolyte is a Padawan series with the potential to become a Master."
However, the Audience Score seems to tell a very different story as it sits at a lowly 46%.
There does appear to be some evidence of review bombing here because it was on 48% several hours before The Acolyte premiered on Disney+. A quick look on social media suggests the main gripe among those "fans" is the show's diverse cast and a supposed "woke agenda" from Lucasfilm.
A "Critics Consensus" has also been generated which reads, "Taking fresh risks with Star Wars lore while having infectious fun playing with the stylistic trappings of a galaxy far, far away, The Acolyte is a Padawan series with the potential to become a Master."
However, the Audience Score seems to tell a very different story as it sits at a lowly 46%.
There does appear to be some evidence of review bombing here because it was on 48% several hours before The Acolyte premiered on Disney+. A quick look on social media suggests the main gripe among those "fans" is the show's diverse cast and a supposed "woke agenda" from Lucasfilm.
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The first two episodes of The Acolyte are now streaming on Disney+, and the series premiere includes a couple of call-backs to the original Star Wars trilogy that can't have slipped past too many fans of the Galaxy Far, Far Away.
Though these aren't exactly massive reveals, if you haven't watched yet and would rather know as little as possible, here's your spoiler warning.
The first nod to classic Star Wars was probably to be expected in a show focusing on Jedi, as we hear Master Vanestra Rwoh (Rebecca Henderson) say “May the Force be with you” to Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) as he departs on a mission. The second is also an oft-repeated Star Wars phrase, but some fans seem to think that it felt a little more... forced.
While waiting with a trap laid for Mae (Amandla Stenberg) on the planet Olega, Jedi Knight Yord Fandar (Charlie Barnett...
Though these aren't exactly massive reveals, if you haven't watched yet and would rather know as little as possible, here's your spoiler warning.
The first nod to classic Star Wars was probably to be expected in a show focusing on Jedi, as we hear Master Vanestra Rwoh (Rebecca Henderson) say “May the Force be with you” to Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) as he departs on a mission. The second is also an oft-repeated Star Wars phrase, but some fans seem to think that it felt a little more... forced.
While waiting with a trap laid for Mae (Amandla Stenberg) on the planet Olega, Jedi Knight Yord Fandar (Charlie Barnett...
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The first two episodes of The Acolyte are now streaming on Disney+, and Lucasfilm's latest live-action Star Wars series certainly starts with a bang. You might even say it slays!
Major spoilers follow.
The premiere begins with mysterious masked warrior Mae (Amandla Stenberg) walking into a cantina and challenging Jedi Master Indara (Carrie -Anne Moss) to a duel. We've seen quite a bit of their ensuing battle in the various trailers and TV spots, but the outcome is sure to come as a shock to many viewers.
Unable to get the better of Indara in a fair fight, Mae resorts to throwing one of her blades at the bartender, and when her Jedi opponent uses the Force to stop the weapon before it strikes, the Dark-side assassin takes advantage of the distraction by flinging another knife into Indara's chest - killing her almost instantly.
During an interview with EW,...
Major spoilers follow.
The premiere begins with mysterious masked warrior Mae (Amandla Stenberg) walking into a cantina and challenging Jedi Master Indara (Carrie -Anne Moss) to a duel. We've seen quite a bit of their ensuing battle in the various trailers and TV spots, but the outcome is sure to come as a shock to many viewers.
Unable to get the better of Indara in a fair fight, Mae resorts to throwing one of her blades at the bartender, and when her Jedi opponent uses the Force to stop the weapon before it strikes, the Dark-side assassin takes advantage of the distraction by flinging another knife into Indara's chest - killing her almost instantly.
During an interview with EW,...
- 6/5/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
As the first Star Wars television show set during the High Republic, The Acolyte has all of the ingredients needed to make a unique and compelling Star Wars story. The plot centers on an investigation into a mysterious crime spree that uncovers secrets and dangers long thought to be buried. The time period is new and exciting. And, it has an incredibly stacked cast full of performers eager to bring this era of Star Wars to life.
Here are some of the characters you can expect to see in The Acolyte and the talented performers who play them.
Amandla Stenberg is Osha and Mae
Amandla Stenberg is playing twin sisters Osha and Mae who were “separated by tragedy when they were very young,” according to the actor. Osha was once the promising Padawan of the Jedi Sol before leaving the order due to “internal turmoil” over her connection to the force.
Here are some of the characters you can expect to see in The Acolyte and the talented performers who play them.
Amandla Stenberg is Osha and Mae
Amandla Stenberg is playing twin sisters Osha and Mae who were “separated by tragedy when they were very young,” according to the actor. Osha was once the promising Padawan of the Jedi Sol before leaving the order due to “internal turmoil” over her connection to the force.
- 6/4/2024
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Recent years have seen all manner of Star Wars books and comics set in The High Republic Era released by Lucasfilm. If you have neither the time nor the inclination to devote countless hours to those, you may be concerned about how well you’ll grasp The Acolyte. Thankfully, the latest Star Wars TV series is arguably the most new viewer-friendly effort from the studio since The Mandalorian’s debut season. The result is a gripping new addition to the franchise which, based on the four episodes we’ve seen, will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Familiar yet different, The High Republic Era takes place at a time when the Jedi Order was at the height of its power with few significant threats to worry about. That changes with the appearance of an "acolyte" who has been tasked with killing four members of the Order at the behest...
Familiar yet different, The High Republic Era takes place at a time when the Jedi Order was at the height of its power with few significant threats to worry about. That changes with the appearance of an "acolyte" who has been tasked with killing four members of the Order at the behest...
- 6/4/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Stars: Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith, Carrie-Anne Moss | Created by Leslye Headland
Total number of episodes: 8 Episodes watched for review: 2
Created by Leslye Headland (the TV talent behind Russian Doll), The Acolyte is an eight part Star Wars TV series that marks a significant break from the spin-off material we’ve seen so far. For one thing, it’s set 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, meaning that slavish fan service can (hopefully) be kept to a minimum. And for another, the fact that the series is essentially positioned as a murder mystery shows a welcome attempt to play around with genre in the Star Wars universe, something that has arguably been a long time coming.
The show opens in style, with Carrie-Anne Moss’ Jedi Master Indara facing off against a would-be assassin who turns out to be equally proficient in the ways of the Force.
Total number of episodes: 8 Episodes watched for review: 2
Created by Leslye Headland (the TV talent behind Russian Doll), The Acolyte is an eight part Star Wars TV series that marks a significant break from the spin-off material we’ve seen so far. For one thing, it’s set 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, meaning that slavish fan service can (hopefully) be kept to a minimum. And for another, the fact that the series is essentially positioned as a murder mystery shows a welcome attempt to play around with genre in the Star Wars universe, something that has arguably been a long time coming.
The show opens in style, with Carrie-Anne Moss’ Jedi Master Indara facing off against a would-be assassin who turns out to be equally proficient in the ways of the Force.
- 6/4/2024
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
It would certainly be unfair to say that all Star Wars stories have the same plot. Andor is not The Last Jedi and The Last Jedi is not The Phantom Menace, and each is more interesting for the new paths they cut across familiar territory. In broad strokes, though, a whole lot of them seem to come down to the same trusty formula: heroic Jedi freedom fighters versus dark-side imperialists, on and on across the galaxy for decades.
In that light, Disney+’s The Acolyte represents an intriguing shakeup. The spinoff, set roughly a century before the events of the films, finds the Jedi not as scrappy underdogs but as entrenched establishment. How precisely they’ve wielded that influence remains murky in the four 40ish-minute episodes sent to critics. But there are worse qualities for a new series to have than an overabundance of potential — and wherever this one ends up,...
In that light, Disney+’s The Acolyte represents an intriguing shakeup. The spinoff, set roughly a century before the events of the films, finds the Jedi not as scrappy underdogs but as entrenched establishment. How precisely they’ve wielded that influence remains murky in the four 40ish-minute episodes sent to critics. But there are worse qualities for a new series to have than an overabundance of potential — and wherever this one ends up,...
- 6/4/2024
- by Angie Han
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Who Is Emmanuel Imani from Geek Girl? Learn More about the Actor Who Plays Wilbur - Main Image
While the main character of the story is Emily Carey's Harriet Manners navigating the fashion industry, fans also happened to be most captivated by her Agent, Wilbur, played by Emmanuel Imani on Netflix's Geek Girl.
So, who is the actor and where have you seen him before? Well, get to know more about him here!
Geek Girl's Agent Draws the Most Attention From Fans
Harriet Manners wouldn't have moved forward in her career, had she not met her fairy godmothers/agents who recruited her in fashion, Wilbur Evans (played by Emmanuel Imani) and Betty (Hebe Beardsall).
From the very beginning, Wilbur and Betty have been keeping an eye out for anyone who could stand out from the rest of the common crowds on their shows, and by the premiere of Geek Girl,...
While the main character of the story is Emily Carey's Harriet Manners navigating the fashion industry, fans also happened to be most captivated by her Agent, Wilbur, played by Emmanuel Imani on Netflix's Geek Girl.
So, who is the actor and where have you seen him before? Well, get to know more about him here!
Geek Girl's Agent Draws the Most Attention From Fans
Harriet Manners wouldn't have moved forward in her career, had she not met her fairy godmothers/agents who recruited her in fashion, Wilbur Evans (played by Emmanuel Imani) and Betty (Hebe Beardsall).
From the very beginning, Wilbur and Betty have been keeping an eye out for anyone who could stand out from the rest of the common crowds on their shows, and by the premiere of Geek Girl,...
- 6/4/2024
- EpicStream
Jodie Turner-Smith's Daughter Found The Acolyte Trailer Too 'Scary' Despite Being A Star Wars Fan - Main Image
Jodie Turner-Smith shares her daughter found The Acolyte trailer 'too' scary, even for a Star Wars fan like her.
Although The Acolyte is not entirely a horror genre, it still is a mystery-thriller that drove Turner-Smith's daughter away from watching her upcoming Disney+ series. Here's how that happened.
Jodie Turner-Smith Made the Mistake of Showing Her Daughter The Acolyte
Jodie Turner-Smith plays a new character named Mother Aniseya, created specifically for The Acolyte. While eager to watch the trailer with her daughter, she was surprised at the unexpected turn of events.
"I put [the trailer] on and I was with my daughter, and I was so excited like, 'Look, it's mommy in Star Wars!' and she was like, 'Scary!'" Turner-Smith shared.
Her 4-year-old daughter, Juno Rose Diana Jackson, is a huge Star Wars fan.
Jodie Turner-Smith shares her daughter found The Acolyte trailer 'too' scary, even for a Star Wars fan like her.
Although The Acolyte is not entirely a horror genre, it still is a mystery-thriller that drove Turner-Smith's daughter away from watching her upcoming Disney+ series. Here's how that happened.
Jodie Turner-Smith Made the Mistake of Showing Her Daughter The Acolyte
Jodie Turner-Smith plays a new character named Mother Aniseya, created specifically for The Acolyte. While eager to watch the trailer with her daughter, she was surprised at the unexpected turn of events.
"I put [the trailer] on and I was with my daughter, and I was so excited like, 'Look, it's mommy in Star Wars!' and she was like, 'Scary!'" Turner-Smith shared.
Her 4-year-old daughter, Juno Rose Diana Jackson, is a huge Star Wars fan.
- 6/4/2024
- EpicStream
Idw's Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures comic books have explored Yoda's place in The High Republic era, leading to hopes among fans that the iconic Jedi Master might show up in The Acolyte.
A Yoda cameo would make sense considering how high the stakes in the series are expected to be. However, new comments from showrunner Leslye Headland (via SFFGazette.com) suggest we should temper expectations about him or any other well-known Star Wars characters making cameo appearances.
"Can you imagine? Can you imagine if they were like, 'No problem. You can use Yoda. Not a big deal. Go for it.' No, there is not [a Yoda cameo]," she admitted. "We are pulling characters from the High Republic, and characters from [EU [Expanded Universe]. That's it."
The mention of the Expanded Universe is bound to draw some interest, particularly if it means Lucasfilm plans to address the lineage of Sith Masters who eventually led to Emperor Palpatine.
A Yoda cameo would make sense considering how high the stakes in the series are expected to be. However, new comments from showrunner Leslye Headland (via SFFGazette.com) suggest we should temper expectations about him or any other well-known Star Wars characters making cameo appearances.
"Can you imagine? Can you imagine if they were like, 'No problem. You can use Yoda. Not a big deal. Go for it.' No, there is not [a Yoda cameo]," she admitted. "We are pulling characters from the High Republic, and characters from [EU [Expanded Universe]. That's it."
The mention of the Expanded Universe is bound to draw some interest, particularly if it means Lucasfilm plans to address the lineage of Sith Masters who eventually led to Emperor Palpatine.
- 6/3/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Put your quarter on the cabinet and stake your claim as ‘Next,’ as Tron: Ares is on the way. Does anyone reading this even understand that reference anymore? After a long delay, we are finally getting a new film in the franchise. The road was rough to finally get back on track, but soon, we’ll be back in the virtual world wishing we had a light bike. Here is everything we know about Tron: Ares.
Who Is In It?
Recently, the news that Jeff Bridges would be returning to the franchise made the series’ fans rejoice. Even before he came back to the project, the cast list was filled with notable faces and big names. The film is hoping to bring in new fans as well as fans of the other two films. First up is the obvious one:
Jeff Bridges
With the addition of Bridges to the cast,...
Who Is In It?
Recently, the news that Jeff Bridges would be returning to the franchise made the series’ fans rejoice. Even before he came back to the project, the cast list was filled with notable faces and big names. The film is hoping to bring in new fans as well as fans of the other two films. First up is the obvious one:
Jeff Bridges
With the addition of Bridges to the cast,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Bryan Wolford
- JoBlo.com
On Monday, June 3, Good Morning America welcomes supermodel Ashley Graham, actress Jodie Turner-Smith, comedian and actor Marlon Wayans, and television personality Pat Sajak. Ashley Graham, a plus-size model and television presenter, joins the show to discuss her latest endeavour, “A Kids Book About Beauty.” Graham has graced the covers of Vogue and Sports Illustrated, […]
Good Morning America: Ashley Graham, Marlon Wayans, Pat Sajak...
Good Morning America: Ashley Graham, Marlon Wayans, Pat Sajak...
- 6/2/2024
- by Riley Avery
- MemorableTV
With just a few days to go until Star Wars: The Acolyte premiere on Disney+, the latest TV spot for the show offers a terrifying new glimpse at its mysterious Sith villain. The more we see of that helmet, the closer it looks to what Kylo Ren donned in the sequel trilogy.
Darth Vader's grandson being inspired by a powerful Sith from the past wouldn't be a huge surprise and this mysterious character clearly plays a pivotal role in bringing the Sith back to prominence.
Given The Acolyte's place in the Star Wars timeline, it still seems likely that Darth Plagueis or Darth Tenebrous is beneath the mask. However, Lucasfilm may be planning to make some significant changes to much of the lore established in Expanded Universe stories.
Thanks to Bespin Bulletin, we also have intel on the runtimes for The Acolyte's first four episodes:
Episode 1: 41 minutes...
Darth Vader's grandson being inspired by a powerful Sith from the past wouldn't be a huge surprise and this mysterious character clearly plays a pivotal role in bringing the Sith back to prominence.
Given The Acolyte's place in the Star Wars timeline, it still seems likely that Darth Plagueis or Darth Tenebrous is beneath the mask. However, Lucasfilm may be planning to make some significant changes to much of the lore established in Expanded Universe stories.
Thanks to Bespin Bulletin, we also have intel on the runtimes for The Acolyte's first four episodes:
Episode 1: 41 minutes...
- 6/1/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Acolyte continues Lucasfilm’s efforts to expand the Star Wars franchise beyond the Skywalker saga and present unexplored territory. The new series is set 100 years before A New Hope and presents new characters in a crime-ridden world. The trailers have teased an intriguing mystery investigated by a Jedi Master, played by Squid Game‘s Lee Jung-jae.
Amandla Stenberg plays twin sisters Osha and Mae in The Acolyte | Lucasfilm
Leading up to its premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024, a new 30-second spot featured a mysterious Sith Lord who teases dangerous consequences for the Jedi Order. The Sith Lord spoke with a voice modulator and is finally shown in a deadly way with a badass mask. Fans are going crazy over the Sith Lord reveal on social media.
Fans Go Gaga Over The New Sith Lord Reveal in The Acolyte‘s New TV Spot
The Sith looms large over The Acolyte...
Amandla Stenberg plays twin sisters Osha and Mae in The Acolyte | Lucasfilm
Leading up to its premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024, a new 30-second spot featured a mysterious Sith Lord who teases dangerous consequences for the Jedi Order. The Sith Lord spoke with a voice modulator and is finally shown in a deadly way with a badass mask. Fans are going crazy over the Sith Lord reveal on social media.
Fans Go Gaga Over The New Sith Lord Reveal in The Acolyte‘s New TV Spot
The Sith looms large over The Acolyte...
- 6/1/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
The galaxy far, far away is expanding in a major way with the debut of “The Acolyte.” The series is the first live-action look the High Republic – a period where the Jedi were spread throughout the galaxy and at the height of their power and influence.
The Dark Side is on the rise for the first time when the series starts as Jedi Masters are being murdered across multiple planets. A team led by a master with connections to the suspected killer are tasked with figuring out the connection between the two.
Here’s everything you need to know about “The Acolyte” Season 1, including release date, cast, plot, and cameo details.
When does “The Acolyte” Season 1 come out?
“The Acolyte” premieres the first two of its eight-episode season on June 4 exclusively on Disney+. New episodes will drop weekly after that. Here’s the full release schedule:
Episode 1 – June 4 Episode 2 – June...
The Dark Side is on the rise for the first time when the series starts as Jedi Masters are being murdered across multiple planets. A team led by a master with connections to the suspected killer are tasked with figuring out the connection between the two.
Here’s everything you need to know about “The Acolyte” Season 1, including release date, cast, plot, and cameo details.
When does “The Acolyte” Season 1 come out?
“The Acolyte” premieres the first two of its eight-episode season on June 4 exclusively on Disney+. New episodes will drop weekly after that. Here’s the full release schedule:
Episode 1 – June 4 Episode 2 – June...
- 5/31/2024
- by Jacob Bryant
- The Wrap
You won’t have to go to a galaxy far, far away in order to get the latest installment of the Star Wars story. Coming in June on Disney+, fans will be treated to the new series “The Acolyte,” which travels back to the end of the galaxy’s High Republic Era. In a similar vein, also coming to the platform in the new month are the final episodes of Disney+’s first season as the streaming home for “Doctor Who.” You won’t want to miss any of the action as the Fifteenth Doctor attempts to save time and space.
Throughout June, Disney+ will also celebrate the 90th birthday of Donald Duck and premiere a new preschool-aimed series based on the iconic “Little Mermaid” film. As always, Disney+ will premiere titles that appear to all members of the family.
The company’s flagship streaming service has two subscription options.
Throughout June, Disney+ will also celebrate the 90th birthday of Donald Duck and premiere a new preschool-aimed series based on the iconic “Little Mermaid” film. As always, Disney+ will premiere titles that appear to all members of the family.
The company’s flagship streaming service has two subscription options.
- 5/31/2024
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte is the latest Star Wars offerings, and from the trailers and teasers, it appears to be a promising addition to the franchise. However, when the show’s creator, Leslye Headland, recently revealed the inspiration behind the series, citing the legendary George Lucas, fans weren’t exactly over the moon, and here’s why.
Mae (Amandla Stenberg) in Lucasfilm’s The Acolyte, exclusively on Disney+. ©2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.
For many fans, George Lucas is synonymous with Star Wars. He birthed the iconic universe that has captivated audiences for generations. However, a significant portion of the fandom seems to agree that Lucas’s later involvement may have negatively impacted the franchise. Now, with his influence over this new project, concerns have risen among fans.
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte Drew Inspiration from George Lucas
Leslye Headland’s recent interview shed light on the creation...
Mae (Amandla Stenberg) in Lucasfilm’s The Acolyte, exclusively on Disney+. ©2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.
For many fans, George Lucas is synonymous with Star Wars. He birthed the iconic universe that has captivated audiences for generations. However, a significant portion of the fandom seems to agree that Lucas’s later involvement may have negatively impacted the franchise. Now, with his influence over this new project, concerns have risen among fans.
Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte Drew Inspiration from George Lucas
Leslye Headland’s recent interview shed light on the creation...
- 5/31/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
The Acolyte: 5 Easter Eggs and One Glaring Clue You Might Have Missed from the New Posters - Main Image
Star Wars: The Acolyte is almost here, and Lucasfilm is whipping up excitement by dropping new character posters and profiles for the main cast. The posters not only give the latest information about the Jedi from the High Republic Era but also contain Easter eggs that fans may have missed from the first look.
About a week before The Acolyte premieres, Lucasfilm drops character posters for Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae), Jedi Master Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss), Mae (Amandla Stenberg), Jedi Master Kelnacca (Joonas Suotamo), and Jecki Lon (Dafne Keen).
These new key art pieces give us a new look at the show's central characters, especially their blue and green lightsabers.
Their profiles, however, provide great insight into their identities, revealing how they connect.
So, here are the Easter eggs and one...
Star Wars: The Acolyte is almost here, and Lucasfilm is whipping up excitement by dropping new character posters and profiles for the main cast. The posters not only give the latest information about the Jedi from the High Republic Era but also contain Easter eggs that fans may have missed from the first look.
About a week before The Acolyte premieres, Lucasfilm drops character posters for Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae), Jedi Master Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss), Mae (Amandla Stenberg), Jedi Master Kelnacca (Joonas Suotamo), and Jecki Lon (Dafne Keen).
These new key art pieces give us a new look at the show's central characters, especially their blue and green lightsabers.
Their profiles, however, provide great insight into their identities, revealing how they connect.
So, here are the Easter eggs and one...
- 5/30/2024
- EpicStream
Kathleen Kennedy is familiar with the difficulties that women often face in the male-dominated Star Wars world.
In a brief conversation with The New York Times, Kennedy opened up about Leslye Headland’s upcoming series The Acolyte, and how she has faced misogyny as the head of Lucasfilm.
“Operating within these giant franchises now, with social media and the level of expectation — it’s terrifying,” she told the publication. “I think Leslye has struggled a little bit with it. I think a lot of the women who step into Star Wars struggle with this a bit more. Because of the fan base being so male-dominated, they sometimes get attacked in ways that can be quite personal.”
Kennedy’s comments come ahead of the release of the Disney+ series, which some in the fandom are already slamming for its inclusion of several women and people of color in powerful positions.
“Why are there so many women,...
In a brief conversation with The New York Times, Kennedy opened up about Leslye Headland’s upcoming series The Acolyte, and how she has faced misogyny as the head of Lucasfilm.
“Operating within these giant franchises now, with social media and the level of expectation — it’s terrifying,” she told the publication. “I think Leslye has struggled a little bit with it. I think a lot of the women who step into Star Wars struggle with this a bit more. Because of the fan base being so male-dominated, they sometimes get attacked in ways that can be quite personal.”
Kennedy’s comments come ahead of the release of the Disney+ series, which some in the fandom are already slamming for its inclusion of several women and people of color in powerful positions.
“Why are there so many women,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Christy Piña
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Every fandom has its share of toxic elements, but it's probably fair to say that Disney-era Star Wars has experienced more negativity and backlash from a certain contingent of fans than any other franchise over the past few years.
There was the expected amount of pushback to Daisy Ridley being announced as the lead of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but it really picked up when her character, Rey, was deemed to be a "Mary Sue." The toxicity arguably reached a crescendo when Kelly Marie-Tran's Rose Tico was introduced in The Last Jedi, but the general perception among some fans that Star Wars has become too pandering in its representation and inclusivity continues.
With The Acolyte - a new Disney+ series from showrunner Leslye Headland featuring a primarily female cast - on the horizon, Lucasfilm CEO Kathleen Kennedy acknowledged that coming aboard the franchise can be a "terrifying" experience for female filmmakers and actors.
There was the expected amount of pushback to Daisy Ridley being announced as the lead of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but it really picked up when her character, Rey, was deemed to be a "Mary Sue." The toxicity arguably reached a crescendo when Kelly Marie-Tran's Rose Tico was introduced in The Last Jedi, but the general perception among some fans that Star Wars has become too pandering in its representation and inclusivity continues.
With The Acolyte - a new Disney+ series from showrunner Leslye Headland featuring a primarily female cast - on the horizon, Lucasfilm CEO Kathleen Kennedy acknowledged that coming aboard the franchise can be a "terrifying" experience for female filmmakers and actors.
- 5/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
We're now just a few days away from the two-episode premiere of The Acolyte, and between the persistent rumors and the trailers possibly revealing a little too much, it seems Lucasfilm has given the cast the go-ahead to discuss a certain plot point relating to Amandla Stenberg's character.
If you'd rather go in knowing as little as possible, here's your spoiler warning.
Previous reports have claimed that Stenberg will actually play a dual role as twins, one of whom carries out the Jedi assassinations and frames the other for the murders.
During an interview with The Electric Playground, Stenberg confirmed that she is indeed playing twins named Mae and Osha, while also revealing some new details about both sisters.
"I play twins in the show. Their names are Osha and Mae and they kind of skew towards different sides of the force. Although that’s kind of up for...
If you'd rather go in knowing as little as possible, here's your spoiler warning.
Previous reports have claimed that Stenberg will actually play a dual role as twins, one of whom carries out the Jedi assassinations and frames the other for the murders.
During an interview with The Electric Playground, Stenberg confirmed that she is indeed playing twins named Mae and Osha, while also revealing some new details about both sisters.
"I play twins in the show. Their names are Osha and Mae and they kind of skew towards different sides of the force. Although that’s kind of up for...
- 5/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
In a new interview with The New York Times for the upcoming “Star Wars” series “The Acolyte,” Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy said she is aware that women in the space franchise are often attacked online more than men “because of the fan base being so male dominated.” Female stars Daisy Ridley and Kelly Marie Tran certainly faced online harassment from toxic fans when the most recent “Star Wars” film trilogy was released, and now “The Acolyte” is already being attacked in certain corners of the fandom.
“The Acolyte” is an original story created by Leslye Headland that’s set long before the events of “The Phantom Menace.” Headland, known for directing films such as “Sleeping With Other People” and co-creating Netflix’s hit comedy series “Russian Doll,” is the first woman to serve as showrunner of a “Star Wars” series. Her show includes major new female “Star Wars” characters played...
“The Acolyte” is an original story created by Leslye Headland that’s set long before the events of “The Phantom Menace.” Headland, known for directing films such as “Sleeping With Other People” and co-creating Netflix’s hit comedy series “Russian Doll,” is the first woman to serve as showrunner of a “Star Wars” series. Her show includes major new female “Star Wars” characters played...
- 5/29/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
5 Characters We Could See In Star Wars: The Acolyte - Main Image
Star Wars: The Acolyte will transport fans to the uncharted territory of the High Republic Era, a century before the events of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. This unexplored era promises to introduce new characters while possibly featuring some familiar faces and names.
The Acolyte has already unveiled its central players, led by the Formidable Jedi Master Sol, portrayed by Lee Jung-Jae, and the talented former Padawan Mae, played by Amandla Stenberg.
The A-list cast also includes Carrie-Anne Moss as Jedi Master Indara, Rebecca Henderson as Vernestra Rwoh, Jodie Turner-Smith as Mother Aniseya, Dafne Keen as Jecki Lon, Manny Jacinto as Qimir, Charlie Barnett as Yord Fandar, and Joonas Suotamo as Kelnacca.
Though their roles were explicitly created for the new Disney+ series, here are five existing characters we can see appearing in The Acolyte.
Star Wars: The Acolyte will transport fans to the uncharted territory of the High Republic Era, a century before the events of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. This unexplored era promises to introduce new characters while possibly featuring some familiar faces and names.
The Acolyte has already unveiled its central players, led by the Formidable Jedi Master Sol, portrayed by Lee Jung-Jae, and the talented former Padawan Mae, played by Amandla Stenberg.
The A-list cast also includes Carrie-Anne Moss as Jedi Master Indara, Rebecca Henderson as Vernestra Rwoh, Jodie Turner-Smith as Mother Aniseya, Dafne Keen as Jecki Lon, Manny Jacinto as Qimir, Charlie Barnett as Yord Fandar, and Joonas Suotamo as Kelnacca.
Though their roles were explicitly created for the new Disney+ series, here are five existing characters we can see appearing in The Acolyte.
- 5/29/2024
- EpicStream
Lucasfilm and Disney+ are going to the galaxy’s edge and back to onboard Star Wars fans for The Acolyte, the latest series set in a galaxy far, far away. The first two episodes of the gritty Star Wars science-fiction drama are coming to select theaters courtesy of Fandango. This unique free event occurs across the United States on June 3, one day before Disney+ subscribers can experience the action at home. To get tickets to this limited and once-in-a-lifetime event for The Acolyte, you must follow the link and instructions provided by Fandango.
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...
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...
- 5/29/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Sith happened this evening at the Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square as The Acolyte, Disney+’s latest Star Wars series, had its UK Premiere. Led by Amandla Stenberg & Lee Jung-Jae, and 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.
Star Wars: The Acolyte Debuts Exclusively On Disney+ On 5 June, 2024.
Colin Hart and Linda Marric were on the red carpet, here are their interviews.
Star Wars: The Acolyte Premiere Interviews
Plot:
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,...
Star Wars: The Acolyte Debuts Exclusively On Disney+ On 5 June, 2024.
Colin Hart and Linda Marric were on the red carpet, here are their interviews.
Star Wars: The Acolyte Premiere Interviews
Plot:
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,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Jon Lyus
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Star Wars The Acolyte Episode Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? - Main Image
The new Star Wars series The Acolyte will finally premiere very soon, and fans are wondering what the episode schedule will be to prepare for their weekly viewing.
There has been a lot of anticipation for The Acolyte since it is the first Star Wars series that is set in the High Republic era, a timeline that has never been explored in any of the live-action projects.
Let's explore the episode schedule of the new Star Wars series below.
Also Read: The Acolyte's James Henri-Thomas Is A Veteran Star Wars Actor and Puppeteer
The Acolyte Episode Schedule
The first two episodes of The Acolyte are set to premiere on Disney+ this June 4 at 6 pm Pt/9 pm Et. The other six episodes will be released weekly.
This follows the release pattern of the other Star Wars...
The new Star Wars series The Acolyte will finally premiere very soon, and fans are wondering what the episode schedule will be to prepare for their weekly viewing.
There has been a lot of anticipation for The Acolyte since it is the first Star Wars series that is set in the High Republic era, a timeline that has never been explored in any of the live-action projects.
Let's explore the episode schedule of the new Star Wars series below.
Also Read: The Acolyte's James Henri-Thomas Is A Veteran Star Wars Actor and Puppeteer
The Acolyte Episode Schedule
The first two episodes of The Acolyte are set to premiere on Disney+ this June 4 at 6 pm Pt/9 pm Et. The other six episodes will be released weekly.
This follows the release pattern of the other Star Wars...
- 5/28/2024
- EpicStream
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ marks the upcoming installment in the ‘Star Wars’ franchise, set to debut on Disney+ on June 4th. It promises to offer a wholly unique adventure.
Taking place during the High Republic Era, also dubbed the Golden Age of the Jedi Order due to their vast numbers, the series aims to challenge the notion that Jedi alone wield the Force for good. Showrunner Leslye Headland appears poised to explore the idea that, given the right circumstances, the Jedi can be portrayed as bad guys.
The show unexpectedly sparked controversy online, largely stemming from its female-led cast and controversial statements made by Headland regarding Star Wars lore. These controversies led to rumors circulating a few weeks ago suggesting that the show had been canceled even before its release.
In a recent interview with SFX Magazine, producer Rayne Roberts hinted that the show might still receive a second season:...
Taking place during the High Republic Era, also dubbed the Golden Age of the Jedi Order due to their vast numbers, the series aims to challenge the notion that Jedi alone wield the Force for good. Showrunner Leslye Headland appears poised to explore the idea that, given the right circumstances, the Jedi can be portrayed as bad guys.
The show unexpectedly sparked controversy online, largely stemming from its female-led cast and controversial statements made by Headland regarding Star Wars lore. These controversies led to rumors circulating a few weeks ago suggesting that the show had been canceled even before its release.
In a recent interview with SFX Magazine, producer Rayne Roberts hinted that the show might still receive a second season:...
- 5/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is the next chapter in the ‘Star Wars’ franchise. The show arrives on Disney+ on June 4th and it promises to be a completely different adventure.
The show will be set during the High Republic Era, also known as the Golden Age of Jedi Order due to their overwhelming numbers, and it seems that Headland is trying to use that setting to prove that Jedi don’t have the monopoly on Force and that they do too can be bad guys when context is given.
The show surprisingly stirred a lot of controversy online primarily due to having a female-led cast, and due to some controversial statements made by Headland regarding the Star Wars lore. Due to this controversy, rumors started spreading a couple of weeks ago that the show is canceled, even before it hit the screen.
Now in his latest interview with SFX Magazine Rayne Roberts,...
The show will be set during the High Republic Era, also known as the Golden Age of Jedi Order due to their overwhelming numbers, and it seems that Headland is trying to use that setting to prove that Jedi don’t have the monopoly on Force and that they do too can be bad guys when context is given.
The show surprisingly stirred a lot of controversy online primarily due to having a female-led cast, and due to some controversial statements made by Headland regarding the Star Wars lore. Due to this controversy, rumors started spreading a couple of weeks ago that the show is canceled, even before it hit the screen.
Now in his latest interview with SFX Magazine Rayne Roberts,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
We're now just eight days away from the 2-episode premiere of The Acolyte, and Lucasfilm has shared another clip from the latest live-action Disney+ Star Wars series.
Last week's sneak peek saw Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) engaged in fierce combat with the mysterious warrior he believes to be his former apprentice, Mae (Amandla Stenberg), and here we see the dark-side Force-user try her hand against an equally formidable opponent in Master Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss).
Indara easily evades Mae's initial strikes, but it soon becomes clear that she has been well-trained, and the Jedi's foe manages to land a decent hit towards the end of the fight.
During a recent interview with Empire, The Matrix star spoke about getting the opportunity to join the Star Wars universe and reignite her passion for performing action sequences.
"Leslye [Headland] pitched it to me. I had watched her show Russian Doll, knew her artistry,...
Last week's sneak peek saw Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) engaged in fierce combat with the mysterious warrior he believes to be his former apprentice, Mae (Amandla Stenberg), and here we see the dark-side Force-user try her hand against an equally formidable opponent in Master Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss).
Indara easily evades Mae's initial strikes, but it soon becomes clear that she has been well-trained, and the Jedi's foe manages to land a decent hit towards the end of the fight.
During a recent interview with Empire, The Matrix star spoke about getting the opportunity to join the Star Wars universe and reignite her passion for performing action sequences.
"Leslye [Headland] pitched it to me. I had watched her show Russian Doll, knew her artistry,...
- 5/27/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Amandla Stenberg is not just starring in new Star Wars series The Acolyte, but she has also tapped into her musical side to play some of the franchise’s iconic score.
Stenberg, who has been playing the violin since she was in the third grade, recently played John Williams’ famed Star Wars score in a promotional video for the series; Williams wrote a solo violin arrangement of it just for her.
At the Los Angeles premiere of The Acolyte on Thursday, the star spoke about the experience, noting it was “one of those opportunities that I will hold with me for the rest of my entire life.”
“I listened to the score so much when we were filming, and then when Disney came to me and said ‘Hey, we’d love for you to play it,’ I thought, ‘Ok, that’s terrifying.’ But then I worked on the sheet music...
Stenberg, who has been playing the violin since she was in the third grade, recently played John Williams’ famed Star Wars score in a promotional video for the series; Williams wrote a solo violin arrangement of it just for her.
At the Los Angeles premiere of The Acolyte on Thursday, the star spoke about the experience, noting it was “one of those opportunities that I will hold with me for the rest of my entire life.”
“I listened to the score so much when we were filming, and then when Disney came to me and said ‘Hey, we’d love for you to play it,’ I thought, ‘Ok, that’s terrifying.’ But then I worked on the sheet music...
- 5/24/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Gaga Chromatica Ball, Star Wars: The Acolyte and The Garfield Movie.
The Garfield Movie premiere
Chris Pratt and Hannah Waddingham premiered their new Garfield movie in Hollywood on Sunday, as the iconic cat also had his paws immortalized in cement in front of the Tcl Chinese Theatre.
Hannah Waddingham, Chris Pratt and Garfield creator Jim Davis Danielle Misher (co-head, global theatrical marketing, Sony Pictures Entertainment), Josh Greenstein (president, Sony Pictures Entertainment’s Motion Picture Group), Andrew A. Kosove (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment) and Broderick Johnson (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment)
Gaga Chromatica Ball premiere
Lady Gaga, appearing in two show-stopping looks, walked the red carpet and sat for a Q&a at the world premiere of her HBO concert special in Los Angeles on Thursday.
Lady Gaga
Star Wars: The Acolyte...
The Garfield Movie premiere
Chris Pratt and Hannah Waddingham premiered their new Garfield movie in Hollywood on Sunday, as the iconic cat also had his paws immortalized in cement in front of the Tcl Chinese Theatre.
Hannah Waddingham, Chris Pratt and Garfield creator Jim Davis Danielle Misher (co-head, global theatrical marketing, Sony Pictures Entertainment), Josh Greenstein (president, Sony Pictures Entertainment’s Motion Picture Group), Andrew A. Kosove (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment) and Broderick Johnson (co-ceo, co-founder, Alcon Entertainment)
Gaga Chromatica Ball premiere
Lady Gaga, appearing in two show-stopping looks, walked the red carpet and sat for a Q&a at the world premiere of her HBO concert special in Los Angeles on Thursday.
Lady Gaga
Star Wars: The Acolyte...
- 5/24/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The 70s class of filmmakers who re-shaped cinema with their culture-defining works are seemingly getting some recognition recently. After Killers of the Flower Moon, Martin Scorsese’s stock is as high as ever. Steven Spielberg was recently announced to be revisiting a classic concept with him once again tackling a UFO film. Francis Ford Coppola is back in the spotlight with his ambitious passion project, Megalopolis. And George Lucas is getting honored at the Cannes Film Festival with a Palme d’Or for his contribution to cinema.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Lucas would offer some retrospective about his career while accepting the award. He felt nostalgic about attending Cannes, which is where he presented his first feature, Thx-1138, at the Directors’ Fortnight in 1971. He would also, of course, talk about the very film series that is synonymous with him — Star Wars. When speaking about Disney’s purchase of the brand,...
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Lucas would offer some retrospective about his career while accepting the award. He felt nostalgic about attending Cannes, which is where he presented his first feature, Thx-1138, at the Directors’ Fortnight in 1971. He would also, of course, talk about the very film series that is synonymous with him — Star Wars. When speaking about Disney’s purchase of the brand,...
- 5/24/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
The highly anticipated Star Wars series The Acolyte officially launches on Disney+ on June 4. Still, early viewers are already flocking to social media platforms to celebrate the dark, bold, and bound-to-be-divisive series. On Thursday evening, the cast and crew celebrated the show’s early arrival with a select crowd, and the first reactions to the murder mystery set in a galaxy far, far away are pouring in. The event shared the series’ first two episodes (some journos have seen the first four), and audiences have big feelings about what could be the grittiest Star Wars saga yet.
Many of the reactions to The Acolyte are overwhelmingly positive, with viewers praising the show’s stellar performances, nail-biting action, and intriguing murder mystery plot. In particular, audiences say Amandla Sternberg, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Lee Jung-jae are sensational additions to the Star Wars universe.
You can check out some of the first reactions...
Many of the reactions to The Acolyte are overwhelmingly positive, with viewers praising the show’s stellar performances, nail-biting action, and intriguing murder mystery plot. In particular, audiences say Amandla Sternberg, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Lee Jung-jae are sensational additions to the Star Wars universe.
You can check out some of the first reactions...
- 5/24/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
The Acolyte series is yet to arrive on the small screen, but fans and critics who were lucky enough to watch the advanced screening continue to rave about the show. As one of the many spinoffs under the Star Wars franchise, The Acolyte has been shrouded in mystery.
Disney+’s The Acolyte / Lucasfilm
Of course, this tactic is to heighten fans’ anticipation for the series, and now with the early reviews out, the level of excitement keeps getting higher.
Carrie-Anne Moss On Playing A Jedi Master In The Acolyte
Disney+’s The Acolyte will give the audience a look at Carrie-Anne Moss’ Jedi Master Indara, a figure destined to introduce a unique blend of martial arts expertise to the High Republic Era. In an interview with Empire Magazine, showrunner Leslye Headland shared:
She is very much inspired by Trinity. I personally wanted to see someone who had the highest status...
Disney+’s The Acolyte / Lucasfilm
Of course, this tactic is to heighten fans’ anticipation for the series, and now with the early reviews out, the level of excitement keeps getting higher.
Carrie-Anne Moss On Playing A Jedi Master In The Acolyte
Disney+’s The Acolyte will give the audience a look at Carrie-Anne Moss’ Jedi Master Indara, a figure destined to introduce a unique blend of martial arts expertise to the High Republic Era. In an interview with Empire Magazine, showrunner Leslye Headland shared:
She is very much inspired by Trinity. I personally wanted to see someone who had the highest status...
- 5/24/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Actor Lee Jung-jae will attend the Monte-Carlo Television Festival next month for the French press launch of Lucasfilm’s latest live-action series “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” which streams on Disney+. In the show, Lee plays a Jedi Master.
It was his role in the globally successful Netflix series “Squid Game” that first catapulted Lee’s career to an international level. Starring as Seong Gi-hun (No. 456), a financially struggling father who participates in a deadly survival game, his performance earned him the Emmy Award for best actor in a drama series, a first for a non-English speaking actor.
This tremendous success significantly elevated the career of Lee, who is now considered by many as the international standard-bearer for a highly creative and avant-garde Korean culture.
In “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” an investigation into a series of shocking crimes pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee) against a dangerous warrior from his past.
It was his role in the globally successful Netflix series “Squid Game” that first catapulted Lee’s career to an international level. Starring as Seong Gi-hun (No. 456), a financially struggling father who participates in a deadly survival game, his performance earned him the Emmy Award for best actor in a drama series, a first for a non-English speaking actor.
This tremendous success significantly elevated the career of Lee, who is now considered by many as the international standard-bearer for a highly creative and avant-garde Korean culture.
In “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” an investigation into a series of shocking crimes pits a respected Jedi Master (Lee) against a dangerous warrior from his past.
- 5/23/2024
- by Leo Barraclough
- Variety Film + TV
"Before the Empire, before the Menace, there was The Acolyte."
We're now just two weeks away from the premiere of the latest Disney+ live-action Star Wars series, and Lucasfilm has debuted an exciting first clip from the show along with a new TV spot.
In the extended sneak peek, we find Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) engaged in fierce combat with Mae (Amandla Stenberg), his former apprentice.
Or at least, who he believes to be his former apprentice!
Possible spoilers follow.
Based on what we can gather from recent leaks and the character name subtitle in last week's TV spot, this is not actually Mae at all, but her sister. Rumor has it that Stenberg is playing a dual role as a pair of twins, one good and one evil (the titular Acolyte), with the former blamed for her sibling's sinister actions.
The teaser also features some new footage, including...
We're now just two weeks away from the premiere of the latest Disney+ live-action Star Wars series, and Lucasfilm has debuted an exciting first clip from the show along with a new TV spot.
In the extended sneak peek, we find Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) engaged in fierce combat with Mae (Amandla Stenberg), his former apprentice.
Or at least, who he believes to be his former apprentice!
Possible spoilers follow.
Based on what we can gather from recent leaks and the character name subtitle in last week's TV spot, this is not actually Mae at all, but her sister. Rumor has it that Stenberg is playing a dual role as a pair of twins, one good and one evil (the titular Acolyte), with the former blamed for her sibling's sinister actions.
The teaser also features some new footage, including...
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
"You carry a Jedi weapon, but you are no Jedi." Disney+ has revealed a behind-the-scenes featurette for the Star Wars series called The Acolyte, which will start streaming in June. Showrun by Bachelorette and "Russian Doll" creator Leslye Headland. At the end of the High Republic era in a time of "shadowy secrets and emerging dark side powers", approximately 100 years before The Phantom Menace. A former Padawan reunites with her Jedi Master to investigate a series of crimes against Jedi, but the forces they confront are more sinister than they ever anticipated. This series stars Amandla Stenberg as Mae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, Charlie Barnett, Margarita Levieva, Dean-Charles Chapman, Carrie-Anne Moss as Jedi master Indara, and Joonas Suotamo as Wookiee Jedi master Kelnacca. This video focuses on talented Korean actor Lee Jung-jae as Jedi master Sol (who they all refer to as "JJ"). His appearance in...
- 5/22/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Basada en la novela de Carl Hiaasen. © Apple TV+
Apple TV+ ha desvelado la fecha de estreno y las primeras imágenes de su nueva comedia, “Mono Malo” (“Bad Monkey”), creada por el galardonado productor ejecutivo Bill Lawrence y basada en la novela de culto de Carl Hiaasen.
“Mono Malo” cuenta la historia de Andrew Yancy (Vaughn), que fue expulsado del departamento de policía de Miami y ahora es inspector de sanidad en los Cayos. Después de tropezar con un caso que comienza con unos turistas pescando un brazo humano, se da cuenta de que si puede resolver este asesinato, volverá al cuerpo. Pero antes tendrá que enfrentarse a un grupo de bichos raros de Florida… y a un mono malo.
La serie de 10 episodios está protagonizada por Vince Vaughn (“Separados”). El reparto también incluye a L. Scott Caldwell (“El Fugitivo”), Rob Delaney (“Catastrophe”), Meredith Hagner (“Pirados al Rescate”), Natalie Martinez...
Apple TV+ ha desvelado la fecha de estreno y las primeras imágenes de su nueva comedia, “Mono Malo” (“Bad Monkey”), creada por el galardonado productor ejecutivo Bill Lawrence y basada en la novela de culto de Carl Hiaasen.
“Mono Malo” cuenta la historia de Andrew Yancy (Vaughn), que fue expulsado del departamento de policía de Miami y ahora es inspector de sanidad en los Cayos. Después de tropezar con un caso que comienza con unos turistas pescando un brazo humano, se da cuenta de que si puede resolver este asesinato, volverá al cuerpo. Pero antes tendrá que enfrentarse a un grupo de bichos raros de Florida… y a un mono malo.
La serie de 10 episodios está protagonizada por Vince Vaughn (“Separados”). El reparto también incluye a L. Scott Caldwell (“El Fugitivo”), Rob Delaney (“Catastrophe”), Meredith Hagner (“Pirados al Rescate”), Natalie Martinez...
- 5/21/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
The Walt Disney Company has revealed the Disney Plus June 2024 release schedule, which includes new Originals, movies, and TV series. The Disney+ streaming service features movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more, alongside exclusive Disney+ Originals.
The schedule includes the two-episode premiere of Star Wars series The Acolyte, new episodes of Doctor Who, a celebration of Donald Duck’s 90th anniversary,
You can view the Disney Plus June 2024 lineup below and stay tuned to our dedicated Disney+ section for daily news on the streaming service.
Disney Plus June 2024 Schedule
Available June 1
New Library Titles
For the First Time in Forever: The Making of World of Frozen
Available June 3
New Library Titles
World Eats Bread
Available June 4
New Library Titles
Erased: WW2’s Heroes of Color
Disney+ Originals
The Acolyte – Two Episode Premiere at 6 p.m. Pt
In Lucasfilm’s “The Acolyte,” an investigation into...
The schedule includes the two-episode premiere of Star Wars series The Acolyte, new episodes of Doctor Who, a celebration of Donald Duck’s 90th anniversary,
You can view the Disney Plus June 2024 lineup below and stay tuned to our dedicated Disney+ section for daily news on the streaming service.
Disney Plus June 2024 Schedule
Available June 1
New Library Titles
For the First Time in Forever: The Making of World of Frozen
Available June 3
New Library Titles
World Eats Bread
Available June 4
New Library Titles
Erased: WW2’s Heroes of Color
Disney+ Originals
The Acolyte – Two Episode Premiere at 6 p.m. Pt
In Lucasfilm’s “The Acolyte,” an investigation into...
- 5/20/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
We’re getting the first look at Bad Monkey, Apple TV+’s upcoming comedy series from executive producer Bill Lawrence, starring and executive produced by Vince Vaughn. The 10-episode series will drop its first two episodes on August 14, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through October 9. You can see some first-look photos above and below.
Based on Carl Hiaasen’s bestelling novel, Bad Monkey, tells the story of Andrew Yancy (Vaughn) who has been bounced from the Miami Police department and is now a health inspector in the Keys. But after stumbling upon a case that begins with a human arm fished up by tourists, he realizes that if he can prove murder, he’ll be back in. He just needs to get past a trove of Floridian oddballs and one bad monkey.
The ensemble cast also includes L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney, Meredith Hagner, Natalie Martinez, Alex Moffat, Michelle Monaghan,...
Based on Carl Hiaasen’s bestelling novel, Bad Monkey, tells the story of Andrew Yancy (Vaughn) who has been bounced from the Miami Police department and is now a health inspector in the Keys. But after stumbling upon a case that begins with a human arm fished up by tourists, he realizes that if he can prove murder, he’ll be back in. He just needs to get past a trove of Floridian oddballs and one bad monkey.
The ensemble cast also includes L. Scott Caldwell, Rob Delaney, Meredith Hagner, Natalie Martinez, Alex Moffat, Michelle Monaghan,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Apple TV+ today unveiled the premiere date and a first look at Bad Monkey, the upcoming comedy from award-winning executive producer Bill Lawrence and starring acclaimed actor, producer and screenwriter Vince Vaughn, who also serves as an executive producer.
Based on Carl Hiaasen’s New York Times bestselling novel and enduring cult favorite, the 10-episode series will make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on August 14, 2024, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through October 9.
Bad Monkey tells the story of Andrew Yancy (Vaughn), who has been bounced from the Miami Police Department and is now a health inspector in the Keys.
But after stumbling upon a case that begins with a human arm fished up by tourists, he realizes that if he can prove murder, he’ll be back in. He just needs to get past a trove of Floridian oddballs and one bad monkey.
Based on Carl Hiaasen’s New York Times bestselling novel and enduring cult favorite, the 10-episode series will make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on August 14, 2024, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through October 9.
Bad Monkey tells the story of Andrew Yancy (Vaughn), who has been bounced from the Miami Police Department and is now a health inspector in the Keys.
But after stumbling upon a case that begins with a human arm fished up by tourists, he realizes that if he can prove murder, he’ll be back in. He just needs to get past a trove of Floridian oddballs and one bad monkey.
- 5/20/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Apple TV+ is ready to let Bad Monkey out of its cage.
Three years after the Vince Vaughn vehicle was handed a series order, Bad Monkey will see the light of day when its first two episodes arrive on Aug. 14. New episodes will then follow every Wednesday, through Oct. 9.
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Three years after the Vince Vaughn vehicle was handed a series order, Bad Monkey will see the light of day when its first two episodes arrive on Aug. 14. New episodes will then follow every Wednesday, through Oct. 9.
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- 5/20/2024
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
A lot of footage has been released from The Acolyte recently, but Disney and Lucasfilm may have dropped a major spoiler for the next Star Wars TV series.
Speculation has been running rampant for a while now about Amandla Stenberg potentially playing two characters in the show, and it looks like she will indeed be portraying twins. The theory stems from the fact recent previews have shown Mae sporting different clothing and what seems to be a contrasting personality in those scenes.
As we first reported on SFFGazette.com, the subtitles for The Acolyte's latest TV spot have confirmed Stenberg isn't Mae in those scenes, she's "Osha." Disney moved quickly to remove the spoiler, though the Loth-cat is very much out of the bag at this stage.
Based on past plot leaks, it's safe to assume that Mae and Osha were separated as children, with the latter being trained by...
Speculation has been running rampant for a while now about Amandla Stenberg potentially playing two characters in the show, and it looks like she will indeed be portraying twins. The theory stems from the fact recent previews have shown Mae sporting different clothing and what seems to be a contrasting personality in those scenes.
As we first reported on SFFGazette.com, the subtitles for The Acolyte's latest TV spot have confirmed Stenberg isn't Mae in those scenes, she's "Osha." Disney moved quickly to remove the spoiler, though the Loth-cat is very much out of the bag at this stage.
Based on past plot leaks, it's safe to assume that Mae and Osha were separated as children, with the latter being trained by...
- 5/20/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
With Star Wars: The Acolyte just a couple of weeks away, another new TV spot is doing the rounds on social media which showcases Jedi Master Vernestra Rwoh's Lightwhip.
As we first explained on SFFGazette.com, it's been established that Lightwhips are a heavily modified lightsaber variant with multiple plasma blades in flexible containment shields. Due to the blades' flexibility, they require more care to use than a regular lightsaber and have less cutting power.
With a history dating back to the "Sith Wars," Lightwhips were particularly associated with the Nightsisters of Dathomir, though Jedi have been known to use them as well. High Republic Era Jedi Knight Vernestra Rwoh is among them and was able to modify her lightsaber to have an additional whip mode after learning the design in a Force vision.
Not everyone loves this unique use of a lightsaber, particularly as it's so different from what...
As we first explained on SFFGazette.com, it's been established that Lightwhips are a heavily modified lightsaber variant with multiple plasma blades in flexible containment shields. Due to the blades' flexibility, they require more care to use than a regular lightsaber and have less cutting power.
With a history dating back to the "Sith Wars," Lightwhips were particularly associated with the Nightsisters of Dathomir, though Jedi have been known to use them as well. High Republic Era Jedi Knight Vernestra Rwoh is among them and was able to modify her lightsaber to have an additional whip mode after learning the design in a Force vision.
Not everyone loves this unique use of a lightsaber, particularly as it's so different from what...
- 5/19/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Star Wars: The Acolyte continues to intrigue and divide fans in equal measure. Despite that latter point, it looks set to be be a crucial chapter in the story of how the Sith returned to prominence before The Phantom Menace.
The Disney+ series reportedly takes place roughly 100 years before the events of that movie, meaning we're likely to meet Emperor Palpatine's Master, Darth Plagueis.
We've seen more than a few glimpses of a red lightsaber in recent promos for The Acolyte, and in an interview with SFX (via SFFGazette.com), executive producer Simon Emanuel revealed that he enlisted action designer Chris Clark Cowan to work on the show.
Why does that matter? Well, he was one of the key creatives behind Rogue One: A Star Wars Story's unforgettable Darth Vader hallway scene!
"I introduced Leslye [Headland] to a guy called Chris Clark Cowan, who was our action designer, and part...
The Disney+ series reportedly takes place roughly 100 years before the events of that movie, meaning we're likely to meet Emperor Palpatine's Master, Darth Plagueis.
We've seen more than a few glimpses of a red lightsaber in recent promos for The Acolyte, and in an interview with SFX (via SFFGazette.com), executive producer Simon Emanuel revealed that he enlisted action designer Chris Clark Cowan to work on the show.
Why does that matter? Well, he was one of the key creatives behind Rogue One: A Star Wars Story's unforgettable Darth Vader hallway scene!
"I introduced Leslye [Headland] to a guy called Chris Clark Cowan, who was our action designer, and part...
- 5/17/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The next live-action Disney+ Star Wars series, The Acolyte, is set to premiere on June 5, and Lucasfilm has now released two new teasers, one of which might confirm (or at least hint at) a recent rumor that's been doing the rounds.
Possible spoilers follow.
The first promo once again sees Master Sol vow to track down his wayward apprentice, Mae, who has seemingly fallen to the Dark Side and become the titular acolyte (which she is referred to as for the first time here). We then see Mae confronted at the edge of a snowy cliff, where she professes her innocence: "I didn't do it... believe me!"
If she is being sincere here, it might just confirm a persistent rumor that actress Amandla Stenberg will actually play a dual role as twins, which means Mae could have an evil sister out there taking down Jedi and framing her sibling for the murders.
Possible spoilers follow.
The first promo once again sees Master Sol vow to track down his wayward apprentice, Mae, who has seemingly fallen to the Dark Side and become the titular acolyte (which she is referred to as for the first time here). We then see Mae confronted at the edge of a snowy cliff, where she professes her innocence: "I didn't do it... believe me!"
If she is being sincere here, it might just confirm a persistent rumor that actress Amandla Stenberg will actually play a dual role as twins, which means Mae could have an evil sister out there taking down Jedi and framing her sibling for the murders.
- 5/12/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Star Wars franchise, especially the original trilogy, has seeped into people’s minds and still stands as one of the greatest sci-fi films ever made. The films pushed the boundaries of sci-fi filmmaking and introduced audiences to a galaxy far, far away featuring interesting characters, rich stories, and a complex mythology that continues to this day.
A still from 1977’s Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Throughout the years, fans have grown attached to several objects/items from the franchise, and some even try to own several Star Wars-related toys. Some of the props from the films have also been auctioned over the years, and the most expensive one is the X-Wing model that designer Greg Jein made for the first Star Wars film.
The X-Wing Model from Star Wars Was Auctioned at $3.1 Million
The Battle of Yavin features thrilling X-Wing battles in 1977’s Star Wars
The...
A still from 1977’s Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
Throughout the years, fans have grown attached to several objects/items from the franchise, and some even try to own several Star Wars-related toys. Some of the props from the films have also been auctioned over the years, and the most expensive one is the X-Wing model that designer Greg Jein made for the first Star Wars film.
The X-Wing Model from Star Wars Was Auctioned at $3.1 Million
The Battle of Yavin features thrilling X-Wing battles in 1977’s Star Wars
The...
- 5/11/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Doctor Who, Baby Reindeer and the Met Gala.
Baby Reindeer FYC event
Writer, creator and star Richard Gadd joined co-stars Jessica Gunning and Nava Mau, director Weronika Tofilska and editor Peter Oliver for a For Your Consideration panel in L.A. on Tuesday.
Jessica Gunning, Richard Gadd and Nava Mau
Doctor Who premiere
Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson walked the red carpet at the L.A. premiere of their Disney+ series, alongside showrunner Russell T. Davies, on Wednesday.
Russell T. Davies, Craig Erwich (president, Disney Television Group), Ncuti Gatwa, Millie Gibson, Ayo Davis (president, Disney Branded Television) and Charlie Andrews (executive vp, live action and unscripted series at Disney Branded Television)
Loot FYC event
Apple TV+ kicked off its “Think Apple TV+ Emmy House” on May 3 with an FYC event for Loot,...
Baby Reindeer FYC event
Writer, creator and star Richard Gadd joined co-stars Jessica Gunning and Nava Mau, director Weronika Tofilska and editor Peter Oliver for a For Your Consideration panel in L.A. on Tuesday.
Jessica Gunning, Richard Gadd and Nava Mau
Doctor Who premiere
Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson walked the red carpet at the L.A. premiere of their Disney+ series, alongside showrunner Russell T. Davies, on Wednesday.
Russell T. Davies, Craig Erwich (president, Disney Television Group), Ncuti Gatwa, Millie Gibson, Ayo Davis (president, Disney Branded Television) and Charlie Andrews (executive vp, live action and unscripted series at Disney Branded Television)
Loot FYC event
Apple TV+ kicked off its “Think Apple TV+ Emmy House” on May 3 with an FYC event for Loot,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Chloe East (The Fabelmans), Jacqueline Novak (Get on Your Knees) and Jennifer Grant (Babylon) have boarded Sony Pictures’ romance A Big Bold Beautiful Journey from director Kogonada.
Starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell, the film’s plot is under wraps, but it’s described as an imaginative tale of two strangers and the extraordinary emotional journey that connects them.
Seth Reiss wrote the script. Imperative Entertainment’s Dan Friedkin, Bradley Thomas and Ryan Friedkin will produce, along with Reiss and Youree Henley. Exec producers include Kogonada, Ilene Feldman and Original Films’ Ori Eisen. 30West is financing the film.
The supporting cast also includes Lily Rabe, Jodie Turner-Smith, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Lucy Thomas, Hamish Linklater, Billy Magnussen, Sarah Gadon, Brandon Perea and Yuvi Hecht.
Breaking out as Monica, the love interest of lead Gabrielle Labelle’s Sammy, in Steven Spielberg’s semi-autobiographical drama The Fabelmans, East will next star opposite Hugh Grant...
Starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell, the film’s plot is under wraps, but it’s described as an imaginative tale of two strangers and the extraordinary emotional journey that connects them.
Seth Reiss wrote the script. Imperative Entertainment’s Dan Friedkin, Bradley Thomas and Ryan Friedkin will produce, along with Reiss and Youree Henley. Exec producers include Kogonada, Ilene Feldman and Original Films’ Ori Eisen. 30West is financing the film.
The supporting cast also includes Lily Rabe, Jodie Turner-Smith, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Lucy Thomas, Hamish Linklater, Billy Magnussen, Sarah Gadon, Brandon Perea and Yuvi Hecht.
Breaking out as Monica, the love interest of lead Gabrielle Labelle’s Sammy, in Steven Spielberg’s semi-autobiographical drama The Fabelmans, East will next star opposite Hugh Grant...
- 5/9/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
The program for amfAR’s milestone 30th Cannes gala is growing.
Nick Jonas has booked a trip and will perform at the starry event which will also feature a “special musical moment” by Cher. Demi Moore is hosting the gala on May 23, a showing that will punctuate a busy festival for the veteran actress who has a film in competition, The Substance, and duties with Chopard as the jeweler’s godmother for a gala ceremony.
“We could not be more excited to add the amazing Nick Jonas to our Cannes lineup this year,” said amfAR CEO Kevin Robert Frost. “We are grateful to him for recognizing the importance of amfAR’s work in the fight against AIDS and we know that, together with Demi Moore and Cher, he will make this an unforgettable evening.”
Chairs of gala include Mohammed Al-Turki, Pedro Almodóvar, Jonathan Bailey, Fan Bingbing, Angela Bassett, Odell Beckham, Jr.,...
Nick Jonas has booked a trip and will perform at the starry event which will also feature a “special musical moment” by Cher. Demi Moore is hosting the gala on May 23, a showing that will punctuate a busy festival for the veteran actress who has a film in competition, The Substance, and duties with Chopard as the jeweler’s godmother for a gala ceremony.
“We could not be more excited to add the amazing Nick Jonas to our Cannes lineup this year,” said amfAR CEO Kevin Robert Frost. “We are grateful to him for recognizing the importance of amfAR’s work in the fight against AIDS and we know that, together with Demi Moore and Cher, he will make this an unforgettable evening.”
Chairs of gala include Mohammed Al-Turki, Pedro Almodóvar, Jonathan Bailey, Fan Bingbing, Angela Bassett, Odell Beckham, Jr.,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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