First reactions to ‘The Acolyte’ Disney+ series have surfaced on social media. Fans have praised the upcoming Star Wars project for its stunning fight sequences, outstanding performances, and dark and layered story. The series’ cast and crew celebrated an exhilarating launch event on May 23 (Thursday). There, some lucky critics got the opportunity to watch the first two episodes of the show. The review embargo on the series has been lifted, meaning critics can share their opinions about the forthcoming Disney+ project.
The early reactions to ‘The Acolyte’ are highly positive, with particular praise towards the performances of Lee Jung-jae, Amandla Stenberg, and Carrie Anne-Moss. This is good news, considering the ongoing online hate campaign towards the show, launched by some of the franchise’s toxic fans.
Created by Leslie Headland, The Acolyte is set during the final days of the High Republic era, nearly 100 years before the events of Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999). The series will revolve around Jedi Master Sol (Jung-jae) and his team of Jedis and Padawans to stop a former Padawan learner turned dangerous warrior, Mae (Stenberg). Along the way, the group will also encounter some sinister forces. It will arrive on Disney+ Hotstar on June 4.
Check out some of the first reactions towards ‘The Acolyte’ series!