The future of Star Wars is set to shine with the slate of its new projects. Among them, Star Wars: The Acolyte stands out as the first live-action Star Wars show to delve into the High Republic era. This unique premise offers a fresh mythology, delving into the untold backstory of the Jedi Order. If this venture succeeds, it could herald a new era for the franchise, potentially reshaping the entire epic space opera.
While The Acolyte is the second series set in the High Republic era, following Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, it’s the first live-action show to chronicle the end of the Jedi Order's peak. It takes a more mature approach, distinct from the animated series aimed at younger viewers, and is set to make its mark in Star Wars history, much like Star Wars: The Mandalorian.
The Mandalorian made history by opening a whole new era in the Star Wars universe, set during the New Republic era. The show has spawned several series and movies that are part of what’s now called Mandoverse, like Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett, Star Wars: Ahsoka, and The Mandalorian & Grogu movie, among others. That said, as The Acolyte will open up a new story, it’s presumed to do the same.
Sure, Young Jedi Adventures is also set during the High Republic era, but it happened earlier than The Acolyte, centering on the peak years of the said period. As the latter focuses on the end of that point in history, it will feature a time when the High Republic era is coming to a close. Hence, it will lay the groundwork for the beginning of the end of the Republic and Jedi Order’s golden age, opening the door for a number of new stories and timelines like The Mandalorian.
Who are the cast of Star Wars: The Acolyte?
The Acolyte features an ensemble cast led by the Squid Game star Lee Jung-jae. For other cast members, you can check the list below:
Lee Jung-jae as Jedi Master Sol
Amanda Stenberg as Mae
Carrie-Anne Moss as Jedi Master Indara
Jodie Turner-Smith as Mother Aniseya
Joonas Suotamo as Kelnacca
Rebecca Henderson as Vernestra “Vern” Rwoh
Charlie Barnett as Yord
Dafne Keen as Jecki
Manny Jacinto as Qimir
What is Star Wars: The Acolyte about?
The Acolyte follows the story of Jedi Master Sol as he’s about to face a dangerous warrior from his past. But despite their issues, they end up working together to find a mysterious killer who murders the Jedis and is behind the killings in the galaxy. But as they make their way to a dangerous path, they’re about to learn evil forces are behind all these, and they’re far more dangerous than they expected.
You can read the synopsis below:
In The Acolyte , 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, they travel down a dark path where sinister forces reveal all is not what it seems….
The Acolyte is set to be released on Disney+ on Tuesday, June 4, though its release time is yet to be revealed. The new story the series has to tell may set up a new era in the Star Wars timeline.
