Having trouble predicting who will win Best Drama Actor at the upcoming Emmy Awards? Let’s consult Gold Derby’s 2024 Emmy Experts! These savvy pundits from major media outlets have chimed in with their predictions, and the majority of them believe the trophy will go to Gary Oldman (“Slow Horses”). The other potential nominees, per our current racetrack odds, are Hiroyuki Sanada (“Shōgun”), Jamie Dornan (“The Tourist”), Dominic West (“The Crown”), Donald Glover (“Mr. and Mrs. Smith”) and Cosmo Jarvis (“Shōgun”).
As of this writing, a leading 10 out of our 16 Emmy Experts predict a victory for Oldman: Ben Travers (Indiewire), Eric Deggans (NPR), Jazz Tangcay (Variety), Keith Simanton (IMDb), Kelly Lawler (USA Today), Peter Travers (ABC), Ray Richmond (Gold Derby), Susan King (Gold Derby), Thelma Adams (Gold Derby) and Wilson Morales (BlackFilmandTV). He plays Jackson Lamb, the head of MI5’s division for rejects, on Apple TV+’s “Slow Horses.
As of this writing, a leading 10 out of our 16 Emmy Experts predict a victory for Oldman: Ben Travers (Indiewire), Eric Deggans (NPR), Jazz Tangcay (Variety), Keith Simanton (IMDb), Kelly Lawler (USA Today), Peter Travers (ABC), Ray Richmond (Gold Derby), Susan King (Gold Derby), Thelma Adams (Gold Derby) and Wilson Morales (BlackFilmandTV). He plays Jackson Lamb, the head of MI5’s division for rejects, on Apple TV+’s “Slow Horses.
- 6/12/2024
- by Marcus James Dixon
- Gold Derby
This article was originally published on SFFGazette.com. Head there now for more on Star Wars and The Acolyte.
While we now have good reason to believe The Acolyte's Mae and Osha are a Force Dyad, today's episode - titled "Destiny" - drops a major revelation about how they were conceived.
In a flashback to their childhood, it's revealed that the twins are part of a coven of witches who have mastered the Force. They use it in a way that's slightly reminiscent of Dathomir's witches, but also in a manner that seems wholly unique to them.
While the women in the coven are clearly powerful, their abilities extend well beyond simply using the Force.
During a discussion about Osha's desire to join the Jedi Order, we learn that the twins have no father. Instead, they were conceived through the Force; however, while Mother Koril carried them, Mother Aniseya points out that she "created" them.
While we now have good reason to believe The Acolyte's Mae and Osha are a Force Dyad, today's episode - titled "Destiny" - drops a major revelation about how they were conceived.
In a flashback to their childhood, it's revealed that the twins are part of a coven of witches who have mastered the Force. They use it in a way that's slightly reminiscent of Dathomir's witches, but also in a manner that seems wholly unique to them.
While the women in the coven are clearly powerful, their abilities extend well beyond simply using the Force.
During a discussion about Osha's desire to join the Jedi Order, we learn that the twins have no father. Instead, they were conceived through the Force; however, while Mother Koril carried them, Mother Aniseya points out that she "created" them.
- 6/12/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
This Star Wars: The Acolyte article contains spoilers.
Although we’re officially three episodes into The Acolyte’s eight-episode run, we’re no closer to figuring out who Mae’s (Amandla Stenberg) Sith master is. Still, that hasn’t stopped the theories from running wild about who’s under the black helmet, including a few fingers already pointed at Charlie Barnett’s Yord as well as Qimir (Manny Jacinto). Yet, the third episode introduces another potential suspect who might be pulling the strings from the shadows while appearing as a benevolent figure when not in Sith guise.
Set entirely in flashback, episode 3 takes the story back to Brendok 16 years before the sisters were reunited in episode 2. We knew from the beginning that something tragic happened to the coven of witches, with both Mae and Osha (played in a dual role by Stenberg) assuming the other had perished. But we learn...
Although we’re officially three episodes into The Acolyte’s eight-episode run, we’re no closer to figuring out who Mae’s (Amandla Stenberg) Sith master is. Still, that hasn’t stopped the theories from running wild about who’s under the black helmet, including a few fingers already pointed at Charlie Barnett’s Yord as well as Qimir (Manny Jacinto). Yet, the third episode introduces another potential suspect who might be pulling the strings from the shadows while appearing as a benevolent figure when not in Sith guise.
Set entirely in flashback, episode 3 takes the story back to Brendok 16 years before the sisters were reunited in episode 2. We knew from the beginning that something tragic happened to the coven of witches, with both Mae and Osha (played in a dual role by Stenberg) assuming the other had perished. But we learn...
- 6/12/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
This Star Wars: The Acolyte article contains spoilers.
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...
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...
- 6/12/2024
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Acolyte through episode 3.
We’re heading somewhere new in the galaxy far, far away as Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte takes fans to the High Republic era. Taking place 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, this is arguably the most accessible Disney+ series for those who are new to the world of Star Wars. Still, it looks like The Acolyte could be hiding a major connection to the sequel trilogy, and in particular, Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker.
The focus of The Acolyte are twins Mae and Osha Aniseya, played in a dual role by Amandla Stenberg. Lost twins are a recurring theme in Star Wars, with the original trilogy’s Luke and Leia being the most notable example. However, unlike Luke and Leia, The Acolyte suggests Mae and Osha share an even stronger bond in...
We’re heading somewhere new in the galaxy far, far away as Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte takes fans to the High Republic era. Taking place 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, this is arguably the most accessible Disney+ series for those who are new to the world of Star Wars. Still, it looks like The Acolyte could be hiding a major connection to the sequel trilogy, and in particular, Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker.
The focus of The Acolyte are twins Mae and Osha Aniseya, played in a dual role by Amandla Stenberg. Lost twins are a recurring theme in Star Wars, with the original trilogy’s Luke and Leia being the most notable example. However, unlike Luke and Leia, The Acolyte suggests Mae and Osha share an even stronger bond in...
- 6/12/2024
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
This article was originally published on SFFGazette.com. Head there now for more on Star Wars and The Acolyte.
The third episode of The Acolyte, titled "Destiny," opens on a planet called Brendok where we find a young Mae and Osha. Each of them can use the Force, but do so very differently, with Mae clearly inclined to be cruel to the local wildlife while using her powers.
There's a clear divide between the twins and Osha doesn't seem to care much for her sister. We learn that their coven plans for them to go through an ascension, a process the future Jedi has little interest in.
She doesn't wish to be like her two mothers and rejects the idea of becoming a witch. It's also revealed that the coven was exiled, hunted, and forced into hiding simply because some, presumably the Jedi, view their power as "dark" and "unnatural.
The third episode of The Acolyte, titled "Destiny," opens on a planet called Brendok where we find a young Mae and Osha. Each of them can use the Force, but do so very differently, with Mae clearly inclined to be cruel to the local wildlife while using her powers.
There's a clear divide between the twins and Osha doesn't seem to care much for her sister. We learn that their coven plans for them to go through an ascension, a process the future Jedi has little interest in.
She doesn't wish to be like her two mothers and rejects the idea of becoming a witch. It's also revealed that the coven was exiled, hunted, and forced into hiding simply because some, presumably the Jedi, view their power as "dark" and "unnatural.
- 6/12/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Star Wars universe was kickstarted by George Lucas decades ago and has since evolved and taken a shape that fans have not necessarily loved. After Disney acquired the space opera franchise in 2012, there have been several hits and misses, more misses than there were actual hits. The Acolyte seems to be on the same path even though its critical reviews have been better than expected.
Carrie Ann-Moss and Amandla Stenberg in The Acolyte | Disney+
As fans reminisce about the good old days when George Lucas was the supreme head of Star Wars, one scene of the newly released The Acolyte has made them yearn for the initial days of the franchise more than ever. Described as an absolute cringefest, the showrunner Leslye Headland stated she based the scene’s backdrop on The Clone Wars.
Spoiler Alert!Spoiler for The Acolyte Season 1, Episode 3
Leslye Headland’s The Clone Wars Inspired...
Carrie Ann-Moss and Amandla Stenberg in The Acolyte | Disney+
As fans reminisce about the good old days when George Lucas was the supreme head of Star Wars, one scene of the newly released The Acolyte has made them yearn for the initial days of the franchise more than ever. Described as an absolute cringefest, the showrunner Leslye Headland stated she based the scene’s backdrop on The Clone Wars.
Spoiler Alert!Spoiler for The Acolyte Season 1, Episode 3
Leslye Headland’s The Clone Wars Inspired...
- 6/12/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Star Wars: The Acolyte episode 3 delves into Mae and Osha’s complicated past, giving us the foundations of their conflict. Here’s our review.
Before we dive into The Acolyte episode 3, just a disclaimer that these reviews will include mild spoilers for the episode in question but will discuss previous episodes with heavy spoilers. So if you haven’t seen The Acolyte episodes 1 and 2, you might want to watch those before reading what we have to say about episode 3.
Still here? Excellent. On with the show!
The Acolyte got off to a wobbly start last week with two episodes. The new Star Wars series was sold as a darker, more violent entry into the franchise and one that would feature more Siths than we’ve seen before. The first two episodes gave us no indication of that and, in all honesty, episode 3 doesn’t give us much hope that The...
Before we dive into The Acolyte episode 3, just a disclaimer that these reviews will include mild spoilers for the episode in question but will discuss previous episodes with heavy spoilers. So if you haven’t seen The Acolyte episodes 1 and 2, you might want to watch those before reading what we have to say about episode 3.
Still here? Excellent. On with the show!
The Acolyte got off to a wobbly start last week with two episodes. The new Star Wars series was sold as a darker, more violent entry into the franchise and one that would feature more Siths than we’ve seen before. The first two episodes gave us no indication of that and, in all honesty, episode 3 doesn’t give us much hope that The...
- 6/12/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
The Acolyte Fans Continue to Laud Lee Jung-Jae's Master Sol Performance - Main Image
The Acolyte’s Lee Jung-Jae continues to get praise from viewers thanks to his performance as Master Sol.
While he already got a lot of attention in the first two episodes, the third episode solidified him as one of the highlights of the show, at least based on reactions from fans.
Even before being cast in the series, Lee Jung-Jae has already played many notable roles in various films and shows. Now, he continues to show off his impressive acting skills as a Jedi Master.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
Fans are Praising Lee Jung-Jae’s Acting Chops as Master Sol
Lee Jung-Jae is one of South Korea’s most popular actors, and he gained worldwide renown for playing the protagonist Seong Gi-hun in Netflix’s mega-hit...
The Acolyte’s Lee Jung-Jae continues to get praise from viewers thanks to his performance as Master Sol.
While he already got a lot of attention in the first two episodes, the third episode solidified him as one of the highlights of the show, at least based on reactions from fans.
Even before being cast in the series, Lee Jung-Jae has already played many notable roles in various films and shows. Now, he continues to show off his impressive acting skills as a Jedi Master.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
Fans are Praising Lee Jung-Jae’s Acting Chops as Master Sol
Lee Jung-Jae is one of South Korea’s most popular actors, and he gained worldwide renown for playing the protagonist Seong Gi-hun in Netflix’s mega-hit...
- 6/12/2024
- EpicStream
Vergleicht man die ersten fünf Tage der beiden „Star Wars“-Serien „The Acolyte“ und „Ahsoka“ auf Disney+, zeigt sich, dass das neue Format nicht mehr mit den weltweiten View-Zahlen der älteren Serie mithalten kann.
„The Acolyte“ läuft auf Disney+ (Credit: 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.)
Spot berichtete über den erfolgreichen Start der neuen „Star Wars“-Serie „The Acolyte“ auf Disney+. Am ersten Tag generierte das Format bereits weltweit 4,8 Millionen Views. Schaut man aber ein paar Tage weiter, zeigt sich gerade im direkten Vergleich mit einem anderen „Star Wars“-Format wie „Ahsoka“, dass die Zahlen gar nicht so ruhmreich waren.
Die neuen Zahlen von Disney besagen, dass „The Acolyte“ mit Lee Jung-jae („Squid Game“) und Carrie-Ann Moss über die Ausbildung eines bösen Sith-Schülers auf der dunklen Seite der Macht in den ersten fünf Tagen 11,1 Millionen Views schaffte. Views berechnen sich, wenn man die gesehene Stundenzahl durch die Lauflänge des Formats teilt.
„The Acolyte“ läuft auf Disney+ (Credit: 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm. All Rights Reserved.)
Spot berichtete über den erfolgreichen Start der neuen „Star Wars“-Serie „The Acolyte“ auf Disney+. Am ersten Tag generierte das Format bereits weltweit 4,8 Millionen Views. Schaut man aber ein paar Tage weiter, zeigt sich gerade im direkten Vergleich mit einem anderen „Star Wars“-Format wie „Ahsoka“, dass die Zahlen gar nicht so ruhmreich waren.
Die neuen Zahlen von Disney besagen, dass „The Acolyte“ mit Lee Jung-jae („Squid Game“) und Carrie-Ann Moss über die Ausbildung eines bösen Sith-Schülers auf der dunklen Seite der Macht in den ersten fünf Tagen 11,1 Millionen Views schaffte. Views berechnen sich, wenn man die gesehene Stundenzahl durch die Lauflänge des Formats teilt.
- 6/12/2024
- by Michael Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
This article from the Disney+ series The Acolyte (2024) Season 1 Episode 3 contains significant spoilers.
The third episode of the Disney+ streaming series The Acolyte begins with the origin story of Mae and Osha on the planet of Brendok. They are children, and Osha is in a lush green forest playing with a pink-winged creature that looks like a Star Wars version of a hummingbird. Mae then comes along and begins to control the creature with the Force, which upsets Osha.
Why? It appears Mae is using the Force to control (or even punish) the creature against its will. They make up, but then Mother Coral approaches them. She berates them, telling Mae and Osha they cannot be out here alone. She whisks them back to safety, not knowing Sol is watching them from behind a tree.
Amandla Stenberg in The Acolyte (2024) | Image via Disney+
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The third episode of the Disney+ streaming series The Acolyte begins with the origin story of Mae and Osha on the planet of Brendok. They are children, and Osha is in a lush green forest playing with a pink-winged creature that looks like a Star Wars version of a hummingbird. Mae then comes along and begins to control the creature with the Force, which upsets Osha.
Why? It appears Mae is using the Force to control (or even punish) the creature against its will. They make up, but then Mother Coral approaches them. She berates them, telling Mae and Osha they cannot be out here alone. She whisks them back to safety, not knowing Sol is watching them from behind a tree.
Amandla Stenberg in The Acolyte (2024) | Image via Disney+
SUGGESTEDThe Acolyte Season 1 Review — A Stunning and...
- 6/12/2024
- by M.N. Miller
- FandomWire
This Star Wars: The Acolyte review contains spoilers.
You know what’s awesome about the third episode of The Acolyte? It’s got weight to it. There are powerful, sophisticated ideas woven beautifully throughout the story, and while there aren’t any earth-shattering revelations to speak of, seeing with our own eyes the series of catastrophic events that caused the parade of forlorn, ruminative faces in the first two episodes offers considerable emotional context that fleshes out all characters involved.
The episode is an origin story of sorts, following Mae and Osha’s (Amandla Stenberg) upbringing among their coven on Brendok 16 years prior to the events of the main storyline. A lot of rich subject matter arises as we delve into the twins’ past—familial asymmetry, sibling abandonment, dogmatic defection. The Star Wars show seems to be coming into its own here with some genuine substance and heavy tension between the characters.
You know what’s awesome about the third episode of The Acolyte? It’s got weight to it. There are powerful, sophisticated ideas woven beautifully throughout the story, and while there aren’t any earth-shattering revelations to speak of, seeing with our own eyes the series of catastrophic events that caused the parade of forlorn, ruminative faces in the first two episodes offers considerable emotional context that fleshes out all characters involved.
The episode is an origin story of sorts, following Mae and Osha’s (Amandla Stenberg) upbringing among their coven on Brendok 16 years prior to the events of the main storyline. A lot of rich subject matter arises as we delve into the twins’ past—familial asymmetry, sibling abandonment, dogmatic defection. The Star Wars show seems to be coming into its own here with some genuine substance and heavy tension between the characters.
- 6/12/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
In another thrilling installment to the Star Wars universe, The Acolyte delves into a riveting crime thriller that pits renowned Jedi Master Sol, played by South Korean superstar Lee Jung-jae, against a formidable adversary from his past. The path to uncovering hidden evil forces unravels as more clues come to light, leading to a darker and more perilous journey. Lee Jung-jae portrays Sol—a wise and respected Jedi Master tasked with investigating a series of shocking crimes. Throughout his investigation, the lines between good and evil become increasingly blurred. When discussing his experience with AsAmNews, Lee expressed: Honestly,...
- 6/10/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Last week, we learned that The Acolyte had a bigger debut than 2023's Ahsoka with a whopping 4.8 million views on Disney+ during its first day on the streamer.
That was the official word from Disney, anyway, though no first-day viewership numbers were ever officially announced for Ahsoka. Instead, we were told that it took the Star Wars Rebels follow-up five days to reach 14 million views, giving it a per-day average of 2.8 million.
Whether or not The Acolyte really did beat Ahsoka during its first day of streaming is hard to say; either way, we've now discovered that it failed to top its fellow Star Wars series in its first five days on the platform.
According to Variety (via SFFGazette.com), the show drew an impressive 11.1 million viewers, almost 3 million less than Ahsoka during the same period.
There may be lots of reasons for this, including the fact Ahsoka featured a well-known character and setting.
That was the official word from Disney, anyway, though no first-day viewership numbers were ever officially announced for Ahsoka. Instead, we were told that it took the Star Wars Rebels follow-up five days to reach 14 million views, giving it a per-day average of 2.8 million.
Whether or not The Acolyte really did beat Ahsoka during its first day of streaming is hard to say; either way, we've now discovered that it failed to top its fellow Star Wars series in its first five days on the platform.
According to Variety (via SFFGazette.com), the show drew an impressive 11.1 million viewers, almost 3 million less than Ahsoka during the same period.
There may be lots of reasons for this, including the fact Ahsoka featured a well-known character and setting.
- 6/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Last week, we learned that The Acolyte had a bigger debut than 2023's Ahsoka with a whopping 4.8 million views on Disney+ during its first day on the streamer.
That was the official word from Disney, anyway, though no first-day viewership numbers were ever officially announced for Ahsoka. Instead, we were told that it took the Star Wars Rebels follow-up five days to reach 14 million views, giving it a per-day average of 2.8 million.
Whether or not The Acolyte really did beat Ahsoka during its first day of streaming is hard to say; either way, we've now discovered that it failed to top its fellow Star Wars series in its first five days on the platform.
According to Variety (via SFFGazette.com), the show drew an impressive 11.1 million viewers, almost 3 million less than Ahsoka during the same period.
There may be lots of reasons for this, including the fact Ahsoka featured a well-known character and setting.
That was the official word from Disney, anyway, though no first-day viewership numbers were ever officially announced for Ahsoka. Instead, we were told that it took the Star Wars Rebels follow-up five days to reach 14 million views, giving it a per-day average of 2.8 million.
Whether or not The Acolyte really did beat Ahsoka during its first day of streaming is hard to say; either way, we've now discovered that it failed to top its fellow Star Wars series in its first five days on the platform.
According to Variety (via SFFGazette.com), the show drew an impressive 11.1 million viewers, almost 3 million less than Ahsoka during the same period.
There may be lots of reasons for this, including the fact Ahsoka featured a well-known character and setting.
- 6/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The recently released Disney+ show The Acolyte, took Star Wars fans on a journey to a galaxy far, far away, with its first two episodes, by introducing a whole new chapter filled with intriguing characters. Expanding its horizons, the universe even embraced diversity and inclusivity with open arms, as they cast the Korean legend Lee Jung-jae as Master Sol.
Lee Jung-jae in The Acolyte (2024) | Image: Disney+
While the brand new cast leading the tale of twins Mae and Osha, includes Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, and more, Lee Jung-jae is seemingly the one actor who garnered the most praise from viewers. Jung-jae’s presence in the Star Wars universe not only showcased his versatility as an actor but also proved how well the franchise can perform with such inclusivity and representation.
Star Wars Universe Embraced Diversity by Casting Lee Jung-jae in The Acolyte
Since its inception, the iconic Star...
Lee Jung-jae in The Acolyte (2024) | Image: Disney+
While the brand new cast leading the tale of twins Mae and Osha, includes Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, and more, Lee Jung-jae is seemingly the one actor who garnered the most praise from viewers. Jung-jae’s presence in the Star Wars universe not only showcased his versatility as an actor but also proved how well the franchise can perform with such inclusivity and representation.
Star Wars Universe Embraced Diversity by Casting Lee Jung-jae in The Acolyte
Since its inception, the iconic Star...
- 6/10/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
A substantial number of Disney+ users followed The Acolyte over its first few days on the streamer.
Disney+ says the Star Wars series recorded the biggest opening for a show on the streamer so far this year, with the premiere episode recording 11.1 million views — i.e., the equivalent of that many complete showings of the 42-minute episode — worldwide over five days. (That equates to about 426.2 million minutes, or 7.77 million hours, of watch time.)
The Acolyte fell somewhat shy of the most recent Star Wars series premiere on Disney+: Ahsoka drew 14 million views over its first five days in August 2023. It’s on par with the debut of Percy Jackson and the Olympians in December, which had 13.3 million views over six days — which works out to about about the same daily average (2.22 million views) as that of The Acolyte over five days.
Disney+ had earlier noted that The Acolyte’s opening day gathered 4.8 million views.
Disney+ says the Star Wars series recorded the biggest opening for a show on the streamer so far this year, with the premiere episode recording 11.1 million views — i.e., the equivalent of that many complete showings of the 42-minute episode — worldwide over five days. (That equates to about 426.2 million minutes, or 7.77 million hours, of watch time.)
The Acolyte fell somewhat shy of the most recent Star Wars series premiere on Disney+: Ahsoka drew 14 million views over its first five days in August 2023. It’s on par with the debut of Percy Jackson and the Olympians in December, which had 13.3 million views over six days — which works out to about about the same daily average (2.22 million views) as that of The Acolyte over five days.
Disney+ had earlier noted that The Acolyte’s opening day gathered 4.8 million views.
- 6/10/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Might the Force be strong with Disney+’s latest live-action Star Wars series…?
The streamer announced on Thursday that the first episode of The Acolyte, which stars Amandla Stenberg (The Eddy), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Marvel’s Jessica Jones), delivered 4.8 million views in its first day of streaming. (Disney+ properly defines a “view” as total stream time divided by runtime.)
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Disney+ says that...
The streamer announced on Thursday that the first episode of The Acolyte, which stars Amandla Stenberg (The Eddy), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game) and Carrie-Anne Moss (Marvel’s Jessica Jones), delivered 4.8 million views in its first day of streaming. (Disney+ properly defines a “view” as total stream time divided by runtime.)
More from TVLineRatings: Daytime Emmys Audience Grows 39% to Mark 4-Year HighThe Acolyte Recap: Star Wars Prequel Lays Out a Compelling Mystery in Double-Episode PremiereSNL Is Top-Rated TV Comedy for 5th Straight Year, Audience Grows 3%
Disney+ says that...
- 6/10/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
The first episode of The Acolyte, "Lost / Found," ended with the introduction of The Master, a mysterious new villain who is almost certainly a Sith Lord. He wields a red lightsaber and intends to destroy the Jedi, so short of us meeting a new group of dark side Force users, this character must come before Darth Plagueis and Emperor Palpatine.
Fans have been speculating ever since about who might be beneath the mask and, given the secrecy surrounding who he is both in the show and promotional materials, The Master must be either a character we've met in the series or someone from the wider Star Wars franchise.
However, it seems the Loth-cat is now out of the bag.
Footage and photos from the set of The Acolyte appear to have been shared online by a crew member, and while we'd imagine they were swiftly deleted, they're currently all over X,...
Fans have been speculating ever since about who might be beneath the mask and, given the secrecy surrounding who he is both in the show and promotional materials, The Master must be either a character we've met in the series or someone from the wider Star Wars franchise.
However, it seems the Loth-cat is now out of the bag.
Footage and photos from the set of The Acolyte appear to have been shared online by a crew member, and while we'd imagine they were swiftly deleted, they're currently all over X,...
- 6/10/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Leslye Headland is not a tentative person. She pauses before speaking, but not because she’s waffling about what to say. More because she’s a writer and how is almost as important as what she says, and also because we’re talking about The Acolyte, her upcoming TV show set in the Star Wars universe during the High Republic (for the non-saber-pilled among us, that’s about 100 years before The Phantom Menace, the beginning of what’s referred to as the Skywalker Saga, when Sith happens). She is the showrunner,...
- 6/10/2024
- by Kase Wickman
- Rollingstone.com
The first two episodes of The Acolyte hinted at several big mysteries in this Galaxy Far, Far Away and it's apparent the Star Wars TV series will keep fans coming back week-to-week in the hope of learning more.
It's been established that Mae wants to kill four Jedi Masters for their role in separating her and Osha as children and she's already dispatched Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss) and Torbin (Dean-Charles Chapman).
The latter took the Barash Vow, and was shown floating in a silent state of Force meditation for over a decade before willingly drinking the poison Mae presented him with. Next on her list is the Wookie Kelnacca, and a newly released TV spot - first shared on SFFGazette.com - may reveal why he chose to live a solitary life on Khofar.
As you'll see below, the Wookie is shown leaping into action for a battle with Torbin; could...
It's been established that Mae wants to kill four Jedi Masters for their role in separating her and Osha as children and she's already dispatched Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss) and Torbin (Dean-Charles Chapman).
The latter took the Barash Vow, and was shown floating in a silent state of Force meditation for over a decade before willingly drinking the poison Mae presented him with. Next on her list is the Wookie Kelnacca, and a newly released TV spot - first shared on SFFGazette.com - may reveal why he chose to live a solitary life on Khofar.
As you'll see below, the Wookie is shown leaping into action for a battle with Torbin; could...
- 6/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Acolyte seems to be all that Star Wars fans can talk about these past few months. The cast of the show is truly spectacular, including Dafne Keen, Amandla Stenberg, Carrie-Anne Moss, and even Lee Jung-jae. There were a lot of expectations for the series, and although fans are not very impressed, it has managed to get a 91% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
Lee Jung-jae in The Acolyte I Lucasfilm
On top of its cast and story, one of the biggest responsibilities that a series has when it is part of a series is to the bigger story of the franchise. During a recent interview, the creator of the show, Leslye Headland, talked about how she managed this challenge.
The Acolyte in the Grand Scheme of Things
During an interview on the Star Wars YouTube page, Leslye Headland sat alongside Dave Filoni, who was responsible for Ahsoka, and talked...
Lee Jung-jae in The Acolyte I Lucasfilm
On top of its cast and story, one of the biggest responsibilities that a series has when it is part of a series is to the bigger story of the franchise. During a recent interview, the creator of the show, Leslye Headland, talked about how she managed this challenge.
The Acolyte in the Grand Scheme of Things
During an interview on the Star Wars YouTube page, Leslye Headland sat alongside Dave Filoni, who was responsible for Ahsoka, and talked...
- 6/9/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
The first two episodes of The Acolyte hit Disney+ earlier this week and, despite obvious signs of review bombing on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb, the series has been a hit in terms of viewership (it scored the streamer's biggest 2024 launch) and with critics.
With 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, it's up there with Andor as the most critically acclaimed Star Wars TV series yet. That's an impressive achievement and has seen this lead-in to George Lucas' prequel trilogy top the likes of Obi-Wan Kenobi and The Mandalorian.
Showrunner Leslye Headland has previously expressed interest in returning for a second season of The Acolyte but now has another adaptation in mind: Knights of the Old Republic.
The video game was released in 2003 and takes place approximately 4,000 years before the events of the original Star Wars trilogy, during the era of the Old Republic. It was then that the Sith, at the height of their power,...
With 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, it's up there with Andor as the most critically acclaimed Star Wars TV series yet. That's an impressive achievement and has seen this lead-in to George Lucas' prequel trilogy top the likes of Obi-Wan Kenobi and The Mandalorian.
Showrunner Leslye Headland has previously expressed interest in returning for a second season of The Acolyte but now has another adaptation in mind: Knights of the Old Republic.
The video game was released in 2003 and takes place approximately 4,000 years before the events of the original Star Wars trilogy, during the era of the Old Republic. It was then that the Sith, at the height of their power,...
- 6/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The world of “Star Wars” is expanding yet again. This week marks the debut of “The Acolyte,” an eight-episode drama that, like “Andor” before it, breathes new life into a world that is perhaps even more familiar than our own at times. The series, the first two episodes of which are now streaming on Disney+, is set 100 years before the rise of the Empire and tells an original story that is full of action and hints at more sinister forces at work in the universe.
Emmy Award winner Lee Jung-jae leads the cast as Sol, an experienced Jedi Master who reunites with Osha (Amandla Stenberg), his former Padawan who left the Order years before, to stop her long-lost twin from using the dark side of the Force to kill the Jedi she believes are responsible for the tragedy that ripped their family apart. Before you dismiss the series because of...
Emmy Award winner Lee Jung-jae leads the cast as Sol, an experienced Jedi Master who reunites with Osha (Amandla Stenberg), his former Padawan who left the Order years before, to stop her long-lost twin from using the dark side of the Force to kill the Jedi she believes are responsible for the tragedy that ripped their family apart. Before you dismiss the series because of...
- 6/8/2024
- by Kaitlin Thomas
- Gold Derby
We finally have a detective murder mystery series in the Star Wars universe in the form of Star Wars: The Acolyte. Created by Leslye Headland, the Disney+ series is set 100 years before Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace and we follow the story of a former Padawan as she reunites with her Jedi Master to investigate a murder and a series of crimes only to find something far more sinister then they could have ever anticipated.
While the Headland series is getting favorable reviews from the critics it is getting a big thumbs down from the audience according to its low Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score and IMDb score. So, if you are looking forward to watching Star Wars: The Acolyte here are the dates for all its upcoming episodes.
The Acolyte – Episode Guide (When Will The New Episodes Come Out?) Credit – Disney+
Star Wars: The Acolyte consists of eight episodes in total.
While the Headland series is getting favorable reviews from the critics it is getting a big thumbs down from the audience according to its low Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score and IMDb score. So, if you are looking forward to watching Star Wars: The Acolyte here are the dates for all its upcoming episodes.
The Acolyte – Episode Guide (When Will The New Episodes Come Out?) Credit – Disney+
Star Wars: The Acolyte consists of eight episodes in total.
- 6/7/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Lucasfilm's latest Star Wars series, The Acolyte, debuted on Disney+ earlier this week with a two-episode premiere, and a lot of people have tuned in for the first live-action Galaxy Far, Far Away adventure set in the High Republic Era.
Despite the usual backlash, The Acolyte was a big hit with critics (it currently sits at a most impressive 93% on Rotten Tomatoes) and the positive reviews appear to have convinced more than just Star Wars aficionados to give this one a go.
According to Disney+, The Acolyte is the most-watched series premiere of 2024, logging 4.8 million views within its first day of streaming (views are defined as total stream time divided by runtime). Disney+ did not report same-day viewership for the previous Star Wars show, Ahsoka, but did announce that it had reached 14 million views within its first five days on the platform.
With these numbers, The Acolyte has surpassed...
Despite the usual backlash, The Acolyte was a big hit with critics (it currently sits at a most impressive 93% on Rotten Tomatoes) and the positive reviews appear to have convinced more than just Star Wars aficionados to give this one a go.
According to Disney+, The Acolyte is the most-watched series premiere of 2024, logging 4.8 million views within its first day of streaming (views are defined as total stream time divided by runtime). Disney+ did not report same-day viewership for the previous Star Wars show, Ahsoka, but did announce that it had reached 14 million views within its first five days on the platform.
With these numbers, The Acolyte has surpassed...
- 6/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Acolyte Showrunner Explains Why Mae Was Ordered To Kill A Jedi Without Using A Weapon - Spoilers
The second episode of Lucasfilm's latest live-action Star Wars series, The Acolyte, reveals some interesting new details about the dangerous mission Mae was given by the mysterious Dark-side warrior glimpsed in the closing moments of the series premiere.
If you haven't watched yet, here's your spoiler warning.
Shortly after Mae dispatches Master Indara in the first episode, we learn that several other Jedi are on her kill list, and it later comes to light that she has very specific instructions when it comes to her method of assassination.
In episode 2, Qimir reminds Mae that her Master has ordered her to kill at least one of the Jedi without the use of a weapon. It was generally assumed that this was simply down to passing a test of skill, but there's a lot more to it.
"We do go into it in future episodes, but I don't mind talking to...
If you haven't watched yet, here's your spoiler warning.
Shortly after Mae dispatches Master Indara in the first episode, we learn that several other Jedi are on her kill list, and it later comes to light that she has very specific instructions when it comes to her method of assassination.
In episode 2, Qimir reminds Mae that her Master has ordered her to kill at least one of the Jedi without the use of a weapon. It was generally assumed that this was simply down to passing a test of skill, but there's a lot more to it.
"We do go into it in future episodes, but I don't mind talking to...
- 6/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
5 Most Creative Torture Methods in Star Wars, from Brain Scramblers to Parasites - Main Image
Star Wars is no stranger to the theme of torture. It’s a practice many follow throughout the galaxy—whether by the Jedi or the Sith. This involves severe pain and suffering, which can either be mental or physical.
Torture can be used to obtain information or as a punishment for someone’s wrongdoing. However, others also use it to intimidate, discriminate, or as a form of revenge.
For example, Star Wars: The Acolyte shows how the Jedi use a parasite to subdue a prisoner. Though it looks gory, it’s creative.
This is just one of the many methods both the Jedi and the Sith use, and here are the five most creative torture in the Star Wars universe.
Dybbuk
Dybbuk is a parasitic species the Jedi use to subdue violent criminals in the High Republic Era.
Star Wars is no stranger to the theme of torture. It’s a practice many follow throughout the galaxy—whether by the Jedi or the Sith. This involves severe pain and suffering, which can either be mental or physical.
Torture can be used to obtain information or as a punishment for someone’s wrongdoing. However, others also use it to intimidate, discriminate, or as a form of revenge.
For example, Star Wars: The Acolyte shows how the Jedi use a parasite to subdue a prisoner. Though it looks gory, it’s creative.
This is just one of the many methods both the Jedi and the Sith use, and here are the five most creative torture in the Star Wars universe.
Dybbuk
Dybbuk is a parasitic species the Jedi use to subdue violent criminals in the High Republic Era.
- 6/7/2024
- EpicStream
It looks like the Star Wars franchise is on a roll as Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte is the newest addition to the franchise. The show had created immense hype prior to its release date, and it has managed to live up to the buzz. The series has featured a magnetic and compelling storyline that would make its viewers want to watch the episodes immediately before it is even released.
The poster of The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd
The prequel series has a significant impact on the viewers because everything about the show is just perfect down to the last minute detail. Despite the show being a knockout, Headland has been the center of criticism because fans have criticized her ideas and how the show is too woke compared to the other movies and TV series in the franchise; and she can’t catch a break from making the fans mad about her ideas.
The poster of The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd
The prequel series has a significant impact on the viewers because everything about the show is just perfect down to the last minute detail. Despite the show being a knockout, Headland has been the center of criticism because fans have criticized her ideas and how the show is too woke compared to the other movies and TV series in the franchise; and she can’t catch a break from making the fans mad about her ideas.
- 6/7/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Star Wars fans, buckle up! The Acolyte drops on June 5th, exclusively on Disney+. This new live-action series is set in the galaxy far, far away, featuring Jedi knights and epic lightsaber battles. Lee Jung-jae stars as a Jedi master detective on the hunt to solve a series of violent crimes. His investigation brings him into the orbit of his former padawan, played by Amandla Stenberg. Together, they face powerful forces that threaten their very existence. Next up is Sweet Tooth, returning on June 6th on Netflix. Set in a post-apocalyptic world hit by a virus called the Sick, it...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Die jüngste „Star Wars“-Serie hat Disney+ das beste Starttagergebnis des Jahres einer Serie beschert.
Besser gestartet als jede andere Disney+-Serie in 2024: „Star Wars: Acolyte“ (Credit: ©2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm)
Mit 4,8 Mio. Abrufen am ersten Tag hat „Star Wars: The Acolyte“ (hier die Spot-Besprechung) Disney+ den besten Starttag des Jahres einer Serie beschert. Das berichten US-Branchenmedien.
Schöpferin der Serie ist Leslye Headland, die zusammen mit Kathleen Kennedy, Simon Emanuel, Jeff F. King and Jason Micallef als Executive Producer fungierte.
In der Hauptrolle spielt Amandla Stenberg die Kriegerin Mae, die es offenbar auf altgediente Jedi-Meister abgesehen hat. Der von Lee Jung-jae gespielte angesehene Jedi-Meister Sol erkennt schnell, dass die Morde mit tragischen Ereignissen auf dem Planeten Brendok 16 Jahre zuvor, an denen er beteiligt war, zu tun haben müssen. Gut möglich, dass er Maes nächstes Opfer sein könnte.
Weitere Rollen haben u.a. Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith,...
Besser gestartet als jede andere Disney+-Serie in 2024: „Star Wars: Acolyte“ (Credit: ©2024 Lucasfilm Ltd. & Tm)
Mit 4,8 Mio. Abrufen am ersten Tag hat „Star Wars: The Acolyte“ (hier die Spot-Besprechung) Disney+ den besten Starttag des Jahres einer Serie beschert. Das berichten US-Branchenmedien.
Schöpferin der Serie ist Leslye Headland, die zusammen mit Kathleen Kennedy, Simon Emanuel, Jeff F. King and Jason Micallef als Executive Producer fungierte.
In der Hauptrolle spielt Amandla Stenberg die Kriegerin Mae, die es offenbar auf altgediente Jedi-Meister abgesehen hat. Der von Lee Jung-jae gespielte angesehene Jedi-Meister Sol erkennt schnell, dass die Morde mit tragischen Ereignissen auf dem Planeten Brendok 16 Jahre zuvor, an denen er beteiligt war, zu tun haben müssen. Gut möglich, dass er Maes nächstes Opfer sein könnte.
Weitere Rollen haben u.a. Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, Charlie Barnett, Jodie Turner-Smith,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Jochen Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
The Acolyte is off to a promising start on Disney+.
The new Star Wars series launched on June 4 with two episodes, generating 4.8M views in its first day on the streamer. That makes it the biggest series premiere on Disney+ this year.
Disney+ doesn’t generally release viewership data for series after just one day of streaming. In August, the streamer said that Ahsoka drew 14M views in its first 5 days. As of now, The Acolyte is on track to zoom right past that benchmark, but it’ll need to sustain similar viewership over the weekend in order to do so.
The streamer can be a bit inconsistent with its viewership data, generally. When Percy Jackson and the Olympians debuted in December, Disney+ announced that series’ six-day viewership tally. However, releasing the viewership for one single day of viewing does indicate that Disney+ feels quite confident in The Acolyte‘s ability to keep performing well.
The new Star Wars series launched on June 4 with two episodes, generating 4.8M views in its first day on the streamer. That makes it the biggest series premiere on Disney+ this year.
Disney+ doesn’t generally release viewership data for series after just one day of streaming. In August, the streamer said that Ahsoka drew 14M views in its first 5 days. As of now, The Acolyte is on track to zoom right past that benchmark, but it’ll need to sustain similar viewership over the weekend in order to do so.
The streamer can be a bit inconsistent with its viewership data, generally. When Percy Jackson and the Olympians debuted in December, Disney+ announced that series’ six-day viewership tally. However, releasing the viewership for one single day of viewing does indicate that Disney+ feels quite confident in The Acolyte‘s ability to keep performing well.
- 6/6/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
Update: Though it initially appeared that “The Acolyte” may have had a stronger debut than 2023’s “Ahsoka,” Disney shared that the first episode of its latest Star Wars series reached 11.1 million views in its first five days — almost 3 million short of what “Ahsoka” achieved in the same amount of time. “The Acolyte” still represents Disney+’s biggest series premiere of 2024, however.
Previously: “The Acolyte,” Disney+’s newest Star Wars series, reached 4.8 million views in its first day of availability. This marks the streamer’s biggest series premiere of 2024, according to Disney.
An exact first-day viewership total isn’t available for “Ahsoka,” the most recent Star Wars series, though Disney did report that it took five days to reach 14 million views. That comes out to an average of 2.8 million viewers per day — 2 million below the launch of “The Acolyte,” though it’s likely that most of “Ahsoka’s” was concentrated in...
Previously: “The Acolyte,” Disney+’s newest Star Wars series, reached 4.8 million views in its first day of availability. This marks the streamer’s biggest series premiere of 2024, according to Disney.
An exact first-day viewership total isn’t available for “Ahsoka,” the most recent Star Wars series, though Disney did report that it took five days to reach 14 million views. That comes out to an average of 2.8 million viewers per day — 2 million below the launch of “The Acolyte,” though it’s likely that most of “Ahsoka’s” was concentrated in...
- 6/6/2024
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Star Wars tends to enjoy the comfort of the known. As the galaxy has expanded on the big and small screens, new stories have been told in and around the original, prequel and sequel trilogies, featuring familiar faces and settings that the audience has had a connection to since childhood in most cases. There’s certainly nothing wrong with this level of familiarity. It’s something we all crave from time to time — and not just in Star Wars — be it a family recipe that’s been passed down through multiple generations, or an old, perfect-fitting sweatshirt that’s survived countless washes.
But there comes a time when viewers want to step into the unknown, and the latest Star Wars series, The Acolyte, offers exactly that. Set a century before Star Wars: The Phantom Menace in the era of the High Republic, the Leslye Headland-created Disney+ series explores a time...
But there comes a time when viewers want to step into the unknown, and the latest Star Wars series, The Acolyte, offers exactly that. Set a century before Star Wars: The Phantom Menace in the era of the High Republic, the Leslye Headland-created Disney+ series explores a time...
- 6/6/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Acolyte is set during The High Republic Era and plays out around 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace. The Jedi Order is at the height of its power and the Galaxy is at peace, a far cry from the rise of the Empire during the prequels.
The Disney+ series has, unfortunately, already received backlash for featuring a diverse cast. Now, a new interview with showrunner Leslye Headland and lead star Amandla Stenberg is likely to only further incense its detractors.
The Wrap (via SFFGazette.com) asked them whether The Acolyte really is "the gayest Star Wars yet," to which Headland responded, "No, I don't think so. Yet people have told me it's the gayest Star Wars and I’m frankly..."
"You're offended?" Stenberg asked. "Into it," Headland responded with a laugh.
They'd go on to poke fun at some of the wider Star Wars franchise's supposed gay themes,...
The Disney+ series has, unfortunately, already received backlash for featuring a diverse cast. Now, a new interview with showrunner Leslye Headland and lead star Amandla Stenberg is likely to only further incense its detractors.
The Wrap (via SFFGazette.com) asked them whether The Acolyte really is "the gayest Star Wars yet," to which Headland responded, "No, I don't think so. Yet people have told me it's the gayest Star Wars and I’m frankly..."
"You're offended?" Stenberg asked. "Into it," Headland responded with a laugh.
They'd go on to poke fun at some of the wider Star Wars franchise's supposed gay themes,...
- 6/6/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
In his latest venture beyond the world of Squid Game, as Lee Jung-jae entered the Star Wars universe with the Disney+ series Star Wars: The Acolyte, the actor showcased his dedication to his craft in a remarkable manner. Revealing behind-the-scenes details of filming, Jung-jae recalled going to extraordinary lengths to learn English for his role.
Lee Jung-jae in Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024) | Lucasfilm
Playing the High Republic Jedi character of Master Sol, Lee Jung-jae disclosed the thorough preparation he undertook for his role. Beginning tireless dialect preparation four months ahead of production, to perform in English, Jung-jae credited Star Wars legend Liam Neeson’s Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn from whom he took cues for his preparation.
Lee Jung-jae’s Meticulous Dialect Preparation for The Acolyte
Ahead of the release of his latest project Star Wars: The Acolyte, which launched him in Hollywood, following his Squid Game fame, Lee Jung-jae took...
Lee Jung-jae in Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024) | Lucasfilm
Playing the High Republic Jedi character of Master Sol, Lee Jung-jae disclosed the thorough preparation he undertook for his role. Beginning tireless dialect preparation four months ahead of production, to perform in English, Jung-jae credited Star Wars legend Liam Neeson’s Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn from whom he took cues for his preparation.
Lee Jung-jae’s Meticulous Dialect Preparation for The Acolyte
Ahead of the release of his latest project Star Wars: The Acolyte, which launched him in Hollywood, following his Squid Game fame, Lee Jung-jae took...
- 6/6/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
On June 4, the first two episodes of a new series set in a galaxy far, far away debuted on Disney+. The Acolyte adds a detective twist to the Star Wars formula, but it doesn't seem to be a big deal either for fans or casual viewers.
Beware: the following text contains spoilers.
Detective Line Development and Acting Leave Much to Be Desired
The first episodes of The Acolyte leave you with mixed feelings. First of all, the choice of genre plays a cruel joke with the story. The detective component seems unconvincing: first they try to convince us that Osha committed the murders, but already in the second episode we learn that her lost twin sister is to blame for everything, and that is too soap-opera-like a twist even for Star Wars.
Second, literally almost every role is not very convincingly played. Amandla Stenberg in the two main roles seems...
Beware: the following text contains spoilers.
Detective Line Development and Acting Leave Much to Be Desired
The first episodes of The Acolyte leave you with mixed feelings. First of all, the choice of genre plays a cruel joke with the story. The detective component seems unconvincing: first they try to convince us that Osha committed the murders, but already in the second episode we learn that her lost twin sister is to blame for everything, and that is too soap-opera-like a twist even for Star Wars.
Second, literally almost every role is not very convincingly played. Amandla Stenberg in the two main roles seems...
- 6/6/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
5 Things You May Have Missed in Star Wars: The Acolyte Episode 1 Lost / Found - Main Image
Star Wars: The Acolyte is set in the unexplored timeline of the High Republic Era, a century before Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. However, its two-episode premiere featured several Easter eggs and references to the larger franchise.
The show has taken fans to a familiar galaxy far, far away, but with a different setting and introduced several new characters.
This article will contain spoilers for the first episode.
Its story centres on the twins, Mae and Osha, played by Amandla Stenberg.
Osha becomes a suspect in the murder of a Jedi Master until Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) starts an investigation and learns it’s her sister, Mae, who many believe to be dead, is the murderer.
Given the many settings throughout the episode, here are five things you may have...
Star Wars: The Acolyte is set in the unexplored timeline of the High Republic Era, a century before Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace. However, its two-episode premiere featured several Easter eggs and references to the larger franchise.
The show has taken fans to a familiar galaxy far, far away, but with a different setting and introduced several new characters.
This article will contain spoilers for the first episode.
Its story centres on the twins, Mae and Osha, played by Amandla Stenberg.
Osha becomes a suspect in the murder of a Jedi Master until Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-jae) starts an investigation and learns it’s her sister, Mae, who many believe to be dead, is the murderer.
Given the many settings throughout the episode, here are five things you may have...
- 6/6/2024
- EpicStream
The first two episodes of The Acolyte are now streaming on Disney+, and Lucasfilm's latest live-action Star Wars series wastes little time in subverting audience expectations when it comes to one particular character.
Major spoilers follow.
In the series premiere,"Lost/Found," we see mysterious warrior Mae (Amandla Stenberg) confront Jedi Master Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss) in a cantina and command her to attack "with everything she has." Initially dismissive, Indara soon finds herself staring into a familiar face from her past, and the battle is on.
Unable to get the better of the Jedi in a fair fight, Mae resorts to throwing one of her blades at the bartender, and when Indara uses the Force to stop the weapon before it strikes, the Dark-side assassin takes advantage of the distraction by flinging another knife into her opponent's chest.
Killing off the character many assumed was going to be one...
Major spoilers follow.
In the series premiere,"Lost/Found," we see mysterious warrior Mae (Amandla Stenberg) confront Jedi Master Indara (Carrie-Anne Moss) in a cantina and command her to attack "with everything she has." Initially dismissive, Indara soon finds herself staring into a familiar face from her past, and the battle is on.
Unable to get the better of the Jedi in a fair fight, Mae resorts to throwing one of her blades at the bartender, and when Indara uses the Force to stop the weapon before it strikes, the Dark-side assassin takes advantage of the distraction by flinging another knife into her opponent's chest.
Killing off the character many assumed was going to be one...
- 6/6/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The Acolyte: Who Is on Mae's Jedi Hit List? Exploring Their Significance - Main Image
Within the first two episodes of The Acolyte, Mae had already executed two Jedi Masters out of four. But who else is on Mae's hit list on The Acolyte?
Considering that all we've ever heard from her is that she has to prove her strength and power to the anonymous "him", why would she choose these four specific Jedi as her targets? Here's what the new Star Wars series shows.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
Why is Mae on the Hunt for the Jedi?
Episode 2 titled Revenge / Justice reveals that Mae (played by Amandla Stenberg) is on the hunt for the Jedi as a part of her revenge story.
However, as previously mentioned, she is following the rules behind her killing spree which is to hunt down four Jedi.
Within the first two episodes of The Acolyte, Mae had already executed two Jedi Masters out of four. But who else is on Mae's hit list on The Acolyte?
Considering that all we've ever heard from her is that she has to prove her strength and power to the anonymous "him", why would she choose these four specific Jedi as her targets? Here's what the new Star Wars series shows.
Content Spoilers: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
Why is Mae on the Hunt for the Jedi?
Episode 2 titled Revenge / Justice reveals that Mae (played by Amandla Stenberg) is on the hunt for the Jedi as a part of her revenge story.
However, as previously mentioned, she is following the rules behind her killing spree which is to hunt down four Jedi.
- 6/6/2024
- EpicStream
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
[This story contains spoilers for the first two episodes of Star Wars: The Acolyte.]
If you study enough trailers and promotional spots, you’ll start to notice the very deep game that trailer editors will sometimes play, especially with franchises as notoriously coy as Star Wars. Of course, any coded language is most evident when watching marketing materials after you’ve finally viewed the title in question, but in the case of the Leslye Headland-created and Amandla Stenberg-led The Acolyte, our first glimpse of their mystery-thriller series offered a few lines that were bound to perk up ears.
In March, when The Acolyte’s official trailer debuted, it began with Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol addressing a group of Jedi younglings by saying, “Close your eyes. Your eyes can deceive you. We must not trust them.” That’s when yours truly theorized that Lee’s character was also offering meta advice to the audience about the Disney+ series’ overall narrative,...
If you study enough trailers and promotional spots, you’ll start to notice the very deep game that trailer editors will sometimes play, especially with franchises as notoriously coy as Star Wars. Of course, any coded language is most evident when watching marketing materials after you’ve finally viewed the title in question, but in the case of the Leslye Headland-created and Amandla Stenberg-led The Acolyte, our first glimpse of their mystery-thriller series offered a few lines that were bound to perk up ears.
In March, when The Acolyte’s official trailer debuted, it began with Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol addressing a group of Jedi younglings by saying, “Close your eyes. Your eyes can deceive you. We must not trust them.” That’s when yours truly theorized that Lee’s character was also offering meta advice to the audience about the Disney+ series’ overall narrative,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
This article contains spoilers for The Acolyte episodes 1 and 2.
There are plenty of new characters for Star Wars fans to love in The Acolyte, but the internet seems to be especially fond of one Jedi in particular – Yord Fandar (Charlie Barnett). Affectionately dubbing themselves the “Yord Horde,” fans can’t help but love the nerdy awkwardness of Yord’s by-the-book adherence to Jedi rules and regulations. He’s the guy in class who reminds the teacher that they forgot to assign homework, and we love him for it.
he’s just yord (and he’s enough) #TheAcolyte pic.twitter.com/izRWqenOFj
— Braddington (@bradwhipple) June 5, 2024
Heard someone say they’re a member of the Yord Horde and we have to say we consider ourselves members too. pic.twitter.com/FrOnDot76C
— Star Wars Holocron (@sw_holocron) June 5, 2024
But because Yord is a staunch rule-follower and devout member of the Jedi Order,...
There are plenty of new characters for Star Wars fans to love in The Acolyte, but the internet seems to be especially fond of one Jedi in particular – Yord Fandar (Charlie Barnett). Affectionately dubbing themselves the “Yord Horde,” fans can’t help but love the nerdy awkwardness of Yord’s by-the-book adherence to Jedi rules and regulations. He’s the guy in class who reminds the teacher that they forgot to assign homework, and we love him for it.
he’s just yord (and he’s enough) #TheAcolyte pic.twitter.com/izRWqenOFj
— Braddington (@bradwhipple) June 5, 2024
Heard someone say they’re a member of the Yord Horde and we have to say we consider ourselves members too. pic.twitter.com/FrOnDot76C
— Star Wars Holocron (@sw_holocron) June 5, 2024
But because Yord is a staunch rule-follower and devout member of the Jedi Order,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
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
There will be spoilers for the first and second episodes of "Star Wars: The Acolyte," so beware.
In "Star Wars: The Acolyte", Mae (Amandla Stenberg), the mysterious dark side wielding assassin who is killing Jedi, confronts Master Torbin (Dean-Charles Chapman) in a remote Jedi Outpost. Torbin, we learn, hasn't spoken to anyone in more than a decade and has taken the Barash Vow, so he floats in silent meditation, embracing nothing but the Force. Mae tries to attack him, but the bubble of the Force that keeps him levitating also keeps out her most vicious attacks, so Mae is forced to come up with another way to deal with her intended assassination of the Jedi she so desperately needs to complete.
Eventually, she's able to overcome his meditation -- not because she can penetrate his bubble of the Force, but because she offers him something he wants: absolution.
Torbin wakes up and apologizes to Mae,...
In "Star Wars: The Acolyte", Mae (Amandla Stenberg), the mysterious dark side wielding assassin who is killing Jedi, confronts Master Torbin (Dean-Charles Chapman) in a remote Jedi Outpost. Torbin, we learn, hasn't spoken to anyone in more than a decade and has taken the Barash Vow, so he floats in silent meditation, embracing nothing but the Force. Mae tries to attack him, but the bubble of the Force that keeps him levitating also keeps out her most vicious attacks, so Mae is forced to come up with another way to deal with her intended assassination of the Jedi she so desperately needs to complete.
Eventually, she's able to overcome his meditation -- not because she can penetrate his bubble of the Force, but because she offers him something he wants: absolution.
Torbin wakes up and apologizes to Mae,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Bryan Young
- Slash Film
The Acolyte, Disney’s latest high-profile Star Wars show, is set well before the the Skywalker era. Here’s our review of the first two episodes.
Disney’s The Acolyte premiered its first two episodes with a lot of expectations on its shoulders. The recent Star Wars shows have been full of ups and downs; The Mandalorian has lost its groove, Obi-Wan Kenobi was disappointing nostalgia bait, but Andor was genuinely excellent.
The Acolyte has promised to be a darker, more violent take on the galaxy far, far away. But based on the first two episodes, showrunner Leslye Headland has so far served up more of the same as what came before.
We’ll do our best to give you a relatively spoiler-free description of the premise. A young Force-user is wreaking havoc in the galaxy, killing Jedi masters. Lee Jung-jae’s Sol investigates along with a former Padawan and,...
Disney’s The Acolyte premiered its first two episodes with a lot of expectations on its shoulders. The recent Star Wars shows have been full of ups and downs; The Mandalorian has lost its groove, Obi-Wan Kenobi was disappointing nostalgia bait, but Andor was genuinely excellent.
The Acolyte has promised to be a darker, more violent take on the galaxy far, far away. But based on the first two episodes, showrunner Leslye Headland has so far served up more of the same as what came before.
We’ll do our best to give you a relatively spoiler-free description of the premise. A young Force-user is wreaking havoc in the galaxy, killing Jedi masters. Lee Jung-jae’s Sol investigates along with a former Padawan and,...
- 6/5/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
Why is Mae Seeking Revenge Against the Jedi in The Acolyte? Exploring Speculations - Main Image
Mae is seeking revenge against the Jedi, as established in The Acolyte’s first two episodes. While Mae hasn’t explained why exactly she’s seeking revenge, there is already lots of info to work with in piecing together the story.
For instance, we already know her four main Jedi targets. What’s more, Osha and Master Sol already dropped important details about what happened in the past that hold the key to Mae’s revenge motivations.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
Why Does Mae Want to Get Revenge on Four Jedi? Speculations Explored
The new Star Wars series The Acolyte episode 1 began with a big fight between Mae and Master Indara (played by Carrie-Anne Moss). Mae ends up victorious as she kills Master Indara. This...
Mae is seeking revenge against the Jedi, as established in The Acolyte’s first two episodes. While Mae hasn’t explained why exactly she’s seeking revenge, there is already lots of info to work with in piecing together the story.
For instance, we already know her four main Jedi targets. What’s more, Osha and Master Sol already dropped important details about what happened in the past that hold the key to Mae’s revenge motivations.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
Why Does Mae Want to Get Revenge on Four Jedi? Speculations Explored
The new Star Wars series The Acolyte episode 1 began with a big fight between Mae and Master Indara (played by Carrie-Anne Moss). Mae ends up victorious as she kills Master Indara. This...
- 6/5/2024
- EpicStream
The Acolyte: Osha's Tattoo Draws Hilarious Comparison to BTS Logo - Main Image
The Acolyte’s first two episodes are out now, and they have elicited lots of reaction from fans. One thing that many noticed is how The Acolyte’s Osha has a tattoo that looks very much like the BTS logo.
Even though BTS is one of the biggest music groups in the world, their songs aren’t exactly wide-reaching to reach a galaxy far, far away.
Still, the fact that Osha’s tattoo looks almost exactly like the group’s logo leads many fans to believe that this is a cheeky reference from the show’s staff.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
The Acolyte Fans Think Osha’s Tattoo is the BTS Logo
Star Wars’ latest Disney+ series The Acolyte finally premiered today, and its protagonist is named Osha.
The Acolyte’s first two episodes are out now, and they have elicited lots of reaction from fans. One thing that many noticed is how The Acolyte’s Osha has a tattoo that looks very much like the BTS logo.
Even though BTS is one of the biggest music groups in the world, their songs aren’t exactly wide-reaching to reach a galaxy far, far away.
Still, the fact that Osha’s tattoo looks almost exactly like the group’s logo leads many fans to believe that this is a cheeky reference from the show’s staff.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for The Acolyte, so proceed with caution.
The Acolyte Fans Think Osha’s Tattoo is the BTS Logo
Star Wars’ latest Disney+ series The Acolyte finally premiered today, and its protagonist is named Osha.
- 6/5/2024
- EpicStream
This article was originally published on SFFGazette.com. Head there now for more on Star Wars and The Acolyte.
The first episode of The Acolyte establishes the show as taking place 100 years before the rise of the Empire. The Galaxy is peaceful and both the Jedi Order and Galactic Republic have prospered without war.
We then meet a young woman played by Amandla Stenberg who confronts Carrie-Anne Moss' Jedi Master Indara. A fight ensues, with the two combatants using the Force to counter each other's moves. Stenberg's character uses knives and throws one of them at the bartender, distracting Indara and allowing the apparent villain to stab and kill her.
She shows mercy to the bartender saved by the fallen Jedi and we later catch up with her, now identified as Osha, working aboard a Trade Federation ship as a mechanic. Yord Fandar (Charlie Barnett) and Jecki Lon (Dafne Keen...
The first episode of The Acolyte establishes the show as taking place 100 years before the rise of the Empire. The Galaxy is peaceful and both the Jedi Order and Galactic Republic have prospered without war.
We then meet a young woman played by Amandla Stenberg who confronts Carrie-Anne Moss' Jedi Master Indara. A fight ensues, with the two combatants using the Force to counter each other's moves. Stenberg's character uses knives and throws one of them at the bartender, distracting Indara and allowing the apparent villain to stab and kill her.
She shows mercy to the bartender saved by the fallen Jedi and we later catch up with her, now identified as Osha, working aboard a Trade Federation ship as a mechanic. Yord Fandar (Charlie Barnett) and Jecki Lon (Dafne Keen...
- 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
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