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
At the heart of The Acolyte, the all-new Star Wars series on Disney+, there are myriad mysteries at play. Which masked figure is killing the Jedi? How does the peaceful High Republic era of the galaxy give way to the political turmoil of The Phantom Menace, 100 years down the line? And what’s the deal with Amandla Stenberg’s Mae, the enigmatic assassin seen doing serious damage to several Jedi Masters in the show’s action-packed trailers?
Empire sat down with Stenberg to tease out some early information about her part to play in the story, devised by series creator Leslye Headland – also discussing the unique way she was cast in the show, her ‘adorable’ martial arts master, and the time she teared up while meeting Lucasfilm legend Dave Filoni.
Empire: At Star Wars Celebration last year you cosplayed as Padmé. You're clearly a huge fan – where did your love of Star Wars begin?...
Empire sat down with Stenberg to tease out some early information about her part to play in the story, devised by series creator Leslye Headland – also discussing the unique way she was cast in the show, her ‘adorable’ martial arts master, and the time she teared up while meeting Lucasfilm legend Dave Filoni.
Empire: At Star Wars Celebration last year you cosplayed as Padmé. You're clearly a huge fan – where did your love of Star Wars begin?...
- 5/23/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ marks the next installment in the ‘Star Wars’ saga, premiering on Disney+ on June 4th with a promise of a wholly distinct adventure.
Set during the High Republic Era, often hailed as the Golden Age of the Jedi Order, characterized by their vast numbers, Headland appears to be leveraging this backdrop to challenge the notion that the Jedi exclusively wield the Force for good. Instead, she aims to explore the possibility that even they can assume darker roles given the right circumstances.
Details about the show remain sparse, with only the premise of someone hunting down Jedi in the Galaxy and initiating their demise known. While a significant accidental spoiler recently surfaced, it ultimately doesn’t detract from the anticipation of the journey ahead.
Headland recently engaged in a conversation with Den of Geek, shedding light on her strategy for reshaping perceptions of the Sith and Jedi within the series.
Set during the High Republic Era, often hailed as the Golden Age of the Jedi Order, characterized by their vast numbers, Headland appears to be leveraging this backdrop to challenge the notion that the Jedi exclusively wield the Force for good. Instead, she aims to explore the possibility that even they can assume darker roles given the right circumstances.
Details about the show remain sparse, with only the premise of someone hunting down Jedi in the Galaxy and initiating their demise known. While a significant accidental spoiler recently surfaced, it ultimately doesn’t detract from the anticipation of the journey ahead.
Headland recently engaged in a conversation with Den of Geek, shedding light on her strategy for reshaping perceptions of the Sith and Jedi within the series.
- 5/23/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Who Is Osha in The Acolyte? Star Wars Fan Theories Run Wild - Main Image
After recently releasing the short Tales of the Empire series, Lucasfilm is about to debut another show centering Lee Jung-Jae and Amandla Stenberg's characters. But who is Osha in Star Wars: The Acolyte?
Apart from being a relatively new character added to the franchise's roster, Osha's identity is far more than simply being the former apprentice of Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-Jae).
That said, in one of the multiple teasers and trailers for The Acolyte, Star Wars fans noticed a potentially major spoiler to the upcoming series. Hear some of their bizarre theories here.
Star Wars: The Acolyte Teaser Sparks Twin Rumors Amid Subtitle Changes
The Acolyte trailer teases what happened between Jedi Master Sol and his former apprentice, Mae (played by Amandla Stenberg), and how he used to train her up until she...
After recently releasing the short Tales of the Empire series, Lucasfilm is about to debut another show centering Lee Jung-Jae and Amandla Stenberg's characters. But who is Osha in Star Wars: The Acolyte?
Apart from being a relatively new character added to the franchise's roster, Osha's identity is far more than simply being the former apprentice of Jedi Master Sol (Lee Jung-Jae).
That said, in one of the multiple teasers and trailers for The Acolyte, Star Wars fans noticed a potentially major spoiler to the upcoming series. Hear some of their bizarre theories here.
Star Wars: The Acolyte Teaser Sparks Twin Rumors Amid Subtitle Changes
The Acolyte trailer teases what happened between Jedi Master Sol and his former apprentice, Mae (played by Amandla Stenberg), and how he used to train her up until she...
- 5/23/2024
- EpicStream
"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
New The Acolyte Clip Showcases Intense Fight Scene Between Sol and Mae - Main Image
The upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte has released its first full clip featuring an intense fight between the two main characters.
A lot of fans have been anticipating the release of The Acolyte since it will be 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.
The series is a mystery thriller that revolves around Jedi Master Sol's investigation of a series of crimes that his former apprentice Mae seemingly committed.
Also Read: New The Acolyte Teaser Seemingly Spoils Major Plot Twist
The Acolyte Clips Sees Sol Squaring Off Against Mae
As we're now two weeks away from its premiere, Lucasfilm has released the first official clip for The Acolyte titled "Mae and Sol Fight" which gives...
The upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte has released its first full clip featuring an intense fight between the two main characters.
A lot of fans have been anticipating the release of The Acolyte since it will be 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.
The series is a mystery thriller that revolves around Jedi Master Sol's investigation of a series of crimes that his former apprentice Mae seemingly committed.
Also Read: New The Acolyte Teaser Seemingly Spoils Major Plot Twist
The Acolyte Clips Sees Sol Squaring Off Against Mae
As we're now two weeks away from its premiere, Lucasfilm has released the first official clip for The Acolyte titled "Mae and Sol Fight" which gives...
- 5/22/2024
- EpicStream
This article appears in the new issue of Den Of Geek magazine. You can read all of our magazine stories here.
“At last, we will reveal ourselves to the Jedi. At last, we will have our revenge,” Darth Maul says to his shadowy Sith master in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Twenty-five years after that prequel film set the stage for the rise of Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader, the new live-action series The Acolyte will show us the origin of the Sith plan to destroy the Jedi once and for all. That story actually begins 100 years before the prequel trilogy, when the Sith were thought to be all but extinct.
Heading up the Disney+ show billed as a “mystery thriller”—a genre first for the space fantasy franchise in live action—is showrunner Lesyle Headland, the creator of the absolutely brilliant Netflix series Russian Doll, about a...
“At last, we will reveal ourselves to the Jedi. At last, we will have our revenge,” Darth Maul says to his shadowy Sith master in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Twenty-five years after that prequel film set the stage for the rise of Emperor Palpatine and Darth Vader, the new live-action series The Acolyte will show us the origin of the Sith plan to destroy the Jedi once and for all. That story actually begins 100 years before the prequel trilogy, when the Sith were thought to be all but extinct.
Heading up the Disney+ show billed as a “mystery thriller”—a genre first for the space fantasy franchise in live action—is showrunner Lesyle Headland, the creator of the absolutely brilliant Netflix series Russian Doll, about a...
- 5/22/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
Star Wars: The Acolyte's Timeline Takes Us to Samurai-Like Era - Main Image
The upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte's timeline is breaking new ground for the franchise. The series will be set in a time that has never been explored in any of the live-action shows.
We have become accustomed to seeing the Star Wars live-action projects explore various stories set in familiar eras, starting from the Fall of the Jedi in the prequel trilogy to the Rise of the First Order in the sequel trilogy.
Now, for the first time, Star Wars is tackling the High Republic in live-action, an era that was only previously explored in novels and comics and has no connection to the Skywalker Saga.
Also Read: New The Acolyte Teaser Seemingly Spoils Major Plot Twist
When is The Acolyte Taking Place? Timeline Explained
The Acolyte will take place around 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace,...
The upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte's timeline is breaking new ground for the franchise. The series will be set in a time that has never been explored in any of the live-action shows.
We have become accustomed to seeing the Star Wars live-action projects explore various stories set in familiar eras, starting from the Fall of the Jedi in the prequel trilogy to the Rise of the First Order in the sequel trilogy.
Now, for the first time, Star Wars is tackling the High Republic in live-action, an era that was only previously explored in novels and comics and has no connection to the Skywalker Saga.
Also Read: New The Acolyte Teaser Seemingly Spoils Major Plot Twist
When is The Acolyte Taking Place? Timeline Explained
The Acolyte will take place around 100 years before the events of The Phantom Menace,...
- 5/22/2024
- EpicStream
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is an upcoming Disney+ TV series set in the expansive Star Wars universe. The project has been in discussion since 2019, following the premiere of ‘The Rise of Skywalker,’ when Leslye Headland, a devoted fan of the franchise, expressed her interest.
This series marks the first live-action exploration of the High Republic Era and the second overall within the Star Wars universe. Set approximately 100 years before the events of ‘Episode I: The Phantom Menace,’ ‘The Acolyte’ delves into a lesser-explored period of the Star Wars timeline. Known as the Golden Age of the Jedi, this era signifies the peak of the Jedi Order’s power and influence.
Despite exploring relatively uncharted territory, promotional materials for the show have received mixed reviews, at best. Fans have criticized the focus on female characters, certain timeline details, and the inclusion of Sith. A recent controversy arose over the introduction of the lightwhip into the series.
This series marks the first live-action exploration of the High Republic Era and the second overall within the Star Wars universe. Set approximately 100 years before the events of ‘Episode I: The Phantom Menace,’ ‘The Acolyte’ delves into a lesser-explored period of the Star Wars timeline. Known as the Golden Age of the Jedi, this era signifies the peak of the Jedi Order’s power and influence.
Despite exploring relatively uncharted territory, promotional materials for the show have received mixed reviews, at best. Fans have criticized the focus on female characters, certain timeline details, and the inclusion of Sith. A recent controversy arose over the introduction of the lightwhip into the series.
- 5/22/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Take a look at more footage from the new live-action TV series “Star Wars: The Acolyte” that “…will take viewers into a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers in the final days of the ‘High Republic’…”, streaming June 4, 2024 on Disney+:
The new series is being showrun by Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll”).
"Just because my show is technically, yes, 'female-centric’…
“…meaning it centers around a female protagonist….
“… I don't think that necessarily…
“…excludes men from that space," said Headland.
Click the images to enlarge…
Star Wars Comic Books...
The new series is being showrun by Leslye Headland (“Russian Doll”).
"Just because my show is technically, yes, 'female-centric’…
“…meaning it centers around a female protagonist….
“… I don't think that necessarily…
“…excludes men from that space," said Headland.
Click the images to enlarge…
Star Wars Comic Books...
- 5/22/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
"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
Jeremy Strong in The Apprentice Rumored to Have 'Oscars Potential' after Cannes Premiere - Main Image
Shortly after Donald Trump biopic The Apprentice premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, rumors began circulating that Jeremy Strong's performance as Roy Cohn could have real Oscars potential.
Starring McU's Sebastian Stan as the former US President and Succession's Jeremy Strong as the mysterious US lawyer who helped Trump rise to power, The Apprentice has been one of the most highly anticipated Cannes releases this year.
Jeremy Strong Plays the Man Who Shaped Trump
Directed by Iranian-Danish filmmaker Ali Abbasi, The Apprentice tells the fictionalized story of former US President Donald Trump's real estate career in the 1970s and 1980s.
Jeremy Strong, best known for his long-running role as Kendall Roy in the critically-lauded drama Succession, depicts Roy Cohn, a much more cunning mentor than the likes of Kendall in the HBO series.
Cohn...
Shortly after Donald Trump biopic The Apprentice premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, rumors began circulating that Jeremy Strong's performance as Roy Cohn could have real Oscars potential.
Starring McU's Sebastian Stan as the former US President and Succession's Jeremy Strong as the mysterious US lawyer who helped Trump rise to power, The Apprentice has been one of the most highly anticipated Cannes releases this year.
Jeremy Strong Plays the Man Who Shaped Trump
Directed by Iranian-Danish filmmaker Ali Abbasi, The Apprentice tells the fictionalized story of former US President Donald Trump's real estate career in the 1970s and 1980s.
Jeremy Strong, best known for his long-running role as Kendall Roy in the critically-lauded drama Succession, depicts Roy Cohn, a much more cunning mentor than the likes of Kendall in the HBO series.
Cohn...
- 5/21/2024
- EpicStream
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ holds immense significance for various reasons, primarily as it marks the first live-action series (second overall) set in the High Republic era. This period in Star Wars lore is characterized by the significant influence of the Jedi, representing their golden age.
The show has already sparked considerable debate within the community, with fans highlighting numerous inconsistencies regarding the presence of the Sith. The latest controversy, however, revolves around a particular weapon.
A recent trailer for the show hinted at the introduction of the “Lightwhip,” a distinctive and significant weapon historically associated with Vernestra Rwoh, a character from the books set to play a pivotal role in ‘The Acolyte.’
Lightwhips are remarkable weapons resembling traditional whips but constructed from lightsaber energy. They were sporadically wielded by Jedi during the Sith Wars, proving particularly effective against certain Sith techniques. However, by the High Republic Era, they had become rare among Jedi,...
The show has already sparked considerable debate within the community, with fans highlighting numerous inconsistencies regarding the presence of the Sith. The latest controversy, however, revolves around a particular weapon.
A recent trailer for the show hinted at the introduction of the “Lightwhip,” a distinctive and significant weapon historically associated with Vernestra Rwoh, a character from the books set to play a pivotal role in ‘The Acolyte.’
Lightwhips are remarkable weapons resembling traditional whips but constructed from lightsaber energy. They were sporadically wielded by Jedi during the Sith Wars, proving particularly effective against certain Sith techniques. However, by the High Republic Era, they had become rare among Jedi,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is a significant show for plenty of reasons, the most being tied to the fact that it’s the first live-action show (second overall) to take place during the High Republic. An era in Star Wars lore that was marked by the massive influence of Jedi, as the order was during its golden age during this time period.
The show already caused quite a stir in the community, with fans pointing out many inconsistencies related to the Sith’s presence, and the latest controversy is actually tied to a weapon.
One of the recent trailers for the show teased the addition of the so-called “Lightwhip,” it is one unique and very special weapon historically carried by Vernestra Rwoh, a book-accurate character set to play a major role in ‘The Acolyte.’
Lightwhips are unique weapons resembling whips but made of lightsaber energy. They were occasionally wielded by Jedi during the Sith Wars,...
The show already caused quite a stir in the community, with fans pointing out many inconsistencies related to the Sith’s presence, and the latest controversy is actually tied to a weapon.
One of the recent trailers for the show teased the addition of the so-called “Lightwhip,” it is one unique and very special weapon historically carried by Vernestra Rwoh, a book-accurate character set to play a major role in ‘The Acolyte.’
Lightwhips are unique weapons resembling whips but made of lightsaber energy. They were occasionally wielded by Jedi during the Sith Wars,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, and it made a triumphant return to theaters. The re-release was a part of the Star Wars Day celebration and proved to be hugely successful, earning $8.1 million at the US box office (via Deadline). This incredible feat makes it the second-highest-grossing re-release of the last decade. Alongside the box office revenue, it’s estimated that another $300,000 came from marathon screenings and an exclusive four-minute preview of the highly anticipated series The Acolyte played a substantial role in drawing audiences back to cinemas to relive the
The post Star Wars The Phantom Menace Earns $14.5 Million in Re-release Weekend first appeared on TVovermind.
The post Star Wars The Phantom Menace Earns $14.5 Million in Re-release Weekend first appeared on TVovermind.
- 5/21/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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
In case you hadn’t noticed, Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace is 25 this year. It’s been on the cover of Empire. There have been Episode I Lego sets ahoy. The film itself returned to cinemas for May The Fourth. But another treat has arrived to mark the occasion – Sunday 19 May was, officially, the anniversary; and so, as a little bonus, the good people at Lucasfilm uploaded a newly-remastered 4K version of the iconic Episode I trailer, re-scanned from the original 35mm negative. Give it a watch here:
Chances are, this is a trailer you’ve seen plenty of times. It is, in its own right, a piece of Star Wars history – the first glimpse fans had to George Lucas’ long-awaited prequel trilogy. The trailer’s arrival in cinemas had people flocking to the multiplexes; in the early days of the internet, those with the right bandwidth...
Chances are, this is a trailer you’ve seen plenty of times. It is, in its own right, a piece of Star Wars history – the first glimpse fans had to George Lucas’ long-awaited prequel trilogy. The trailer’s arrival in cinemas had people flocking to the multiplexes; in the early days of the internet, those with the right bandwidth...
- 5/20/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is an upcoming Disney+ series set in the expansive Star Wars universe. The concept for the show emerged in 2019 after the premiere of ‘The Rise of Skywalker,’ with creator Leslye Headland expressing her passion for the franchise.
In April 2020, it was officially announced that Headland would be writing and show running a new Star Wars series focused on female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already begun, and it was expected to delve into a unique era within the Star Wars universe, distinct from other projects.
Initially, Headland described her pitch for the show as a blend of “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” drawing from various influences. Recently, producer Rayne Roberts detailed the pitch for SFX Magazine, disclosing that it resonated deeply with everyone present to the extent that tears were shed throughout the room.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
In April 2020, it was officially announced that Headland would be writing and show running a new Star Wars series focused on female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already begun, and it was expected to delve into a unique era within the Star Wars universe, distinct from other projects.
Initially, Headland described her pitch for the show as a blend of “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” drawing from various influences. Recently, producer Rayne Roberts detailed the pitch for SFX Magazine, disclosing that it resonated deeply with everyone present to the extent that tears were shed throughout the room.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is an upcoming TV show created for Disney+ and a part of a Star Wars franchise. The show has been discussed since 2019, the premiere of ‘The Rise of the Skywalker’ when Leslye Headland expressed interest in the franchise as a massive fan.
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects.
Originally, Headland revealed that she pitched the show as “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” something with a variety of influences, and now producer Rayne Roberts revealed for SFX Magazine how exactly that pitch looked like. Shockingly, he revealed that everyone was so touched by the show, the whole room cried.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
In April 2020, it was announced that Headland would be writing and show-running a new Star Wars series centered around female characters for Disney+. Staffing for the series had already commenced, and it was anticipated to explore a distinct era within the Star Wars universe separate from other projects.
Originally, Headland revealed that she pitched the show as “Frozen meets Kill Bill,” something with a variety of influences, and now producer Rayne Roberts revealed for SFX Magazine how exactly that pitch looked like. Shockingly, he revealed that everyone was so touched by the show, the whole room cried.
Leslye said it was Frozen meets Kill Bill in Star Wars.
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
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
The recent release of the trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ showcased plenty of action, aligning with creator Leslye Headland’s previous assurances. However, the trailer also unveiled something unexpected—a mistakenly included subtitle.
At the 0:20 mark, Amandla Stenberg, set to portray Mae, former padawan of Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol, is heard saying, “I didn’t do it.” However, the subtitle mistakenly attributed the dialogue to “Osha” instead of Mae.
So, what’s the significance of this subtitle? If you’ve been following ‘Acolyte,’ you’ll know that one of the show’s major mysteries revolves around the killing of Jedi—someone is hunting them down and eliminating them.
‘The Acolyte’ has been teased in the trailers as a dark force user who is likely responsible. Fans have long speculated that Mae, a character hinted to be this “dark force user,” actually has a twin sister named Osha,...
At the 0:20 mark, Amandla Stenberg, set to portray Mae, former padawan of Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol, is heard saying, “I didn’t do it.” However, the subtitle mistakenly attributed the dialogue to “Osha” instead of Mae.
So, what’s the significance of this subtitle? If you’ve been following ‘Acolyte,’ you’ll know that one of the show’s major mysteries revolves around the killing of Jedi—someone is hunting them down and eliminating them.
‘The Acolyte’ has been teased in the trailers as a dark force user who is likely responsible. Fans have long speculated that Mae, a character hinted to be this “dark force user,” actually has a twin sister named Osha,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Recently, the trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released, and it promised a lot of action, something that the creator herself, Leslye Headland promised in her many appearances across the media.
But the trailer also revealed something far more shocking, in the form of a accidentally included subtitle.
At the 0:20 mark, Amandla Stenberg, confirmed to portray Mae, the former padawan of Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol, is heard saying, “I didn’t do it.” However, the subtitle mistakenly credited the character speaking as “Osha,” not Mae.
So, what’s the big deal with this subtitle? If you’ve been following ‘Acolyte’ so far you will know that one of the biggest mysteries in the show will actually revolve around the fact that somebody is killing Jedi, hunting them down, and eliminating them.
The presence of ‘The Acolyte’ was also teased in the trailers, a dark force user who...
But the trailer also revealed something far more shocking, in the form of a accidentally included subtitle.
At the 0:20 mark, Amandla Stenberg, confirmed to portray Mae, the former padawan of Lee Jung-jae’s Master Sol, is heard saying, “I didn’t do it.” However, the subtitle mistakenly credited the character speaking as “Osha,” not Mae.
So, what’s the big deal with this subtitle? If you’ve been following ‘Acolyte’ so far you will know that one of the biggest mysteries in the show will actually revolve around the fact that somebody is killing Jedi, hunting them down, and eliminating them.
The presence of ‘The Acolyte’ was also teased in the trailers, a dark force user who...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Star Wars Fans Defend Existence of The Acolyte’s “New” Lightsaber Variant - Main Image
The lightsaber is arguably the most iconic weapon in all of Star Wars and since the franchise's inception in the 1970s, most fans have only acknowledged the single-bladed saber which has been a fixture in every live-action project.
Over the years though, the lightsaber, much like Star Wars itself has evolved and we've been introduced to several variations of the weapon. However, The Acolyte's "new" version of the saber is causing a major divide among diehards.
Also Read: The Acolyte's Fight Scenes Are Real and They Took Intensive Training
Star Wars Fans Divided Over The Acolyte's Lightsaber Whip
The latest teaser for the highly anticipated series features our first look at the "lightwhip" aka a lightsaber whip, wielded by Vernestra Rwoh (played by Rebecca Henderson). In the new clip released on Sunday, the Jedi Master...
The lightsaber is arguably the most iconic weapon in all of Star Wars and since the franchise's inception in the 1970s, most fans have only acknowledged the single-bladed saber which has been a fixture in every live-action project.
Over the years though, the lightsaber, much like Star Wars itself has evolved and we've been introduced to several variations of the weapon. However, The Acolyte's "new" version of the saber is causing a major divide among diehards.
Also Read: The Acolyte's Fight Scenes Are Real and They Took Intensive Training
Star Wars Fans Divided Over The Acolyte's Lightsaber Whip
The latest teaser for the highly anticipated series features our first look at the "lightwhip" aka a lightsaber whip, wielded by Vernestra Rwoh (played by Rebecca Henderson). In the new clip released on Sunday, the Jedi Master...
- 5/20/2024
- EpicStream
Star Wars fans who attended last April's Star Wars Celebration in London were treated to a first look at Skeleton Crew. However, more than a year later, Lucasfilm still hasn't released any of that content online (including the trailer which seemingly confirmed Jude Law is playing a Jedi).
What we do know is that the series takes place around the same time as The Mandalorian, with the expectation being that it will tie into the post-Return of the Jedi era of storytelling. How important it's going to be to the wider franchise and Dave Filoni's eventual crossover movie remains to be seen.
In the meantime, some leaked Skeleton Crew merchandise - first shared on SFFGazette.com - has offered a new look at the show's leads.
Law is nowhere to be seen (we have a feeling the Captain Marvel star is likely the cloaked figure leading the four young...
What we do know is that the series takes place around the same time as The Mandalorian, with the expectation being that it will tie into the post-Return of the Jedi era of storytelling. How important it's going to be to the wider franchise and Dave Filoni's eventual crossover movie remains to be seen.
In the meantime, some leaked Skeleton Crew merchandise - first shared on SFFGazette.com - has offered a new look at the show's leads.
Law is nowhere to be seen (we have a feeling the Captain Marvel star is likely the cloaked figure leading the four young...
- 5/19/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Continuing its legacy of being the gift that keeps on giving, Star Wars introduces another gem to its vast universe with Star Wars: The Acolyte. Among its countless attractions, the show has particularly piqued audience interest for one standout feature, the introduction of a new Wookiee character who happens to be a Jedi.
Star Wars: The Acolyte | Disney
As the character’s first glimpse is revealed, one hilarious burning question clouds the minds of the fans, why does Chewbacca prefer going au naturel while this Wookiee Jedi rocks a striking ensemble?
Meet The Wookiee Jedi in Star Wars’ Latest Offering, The Acolyte
In a groundbreaking moment for the Star Wars universe, the upcoming series The Acolyte will debut the first-ever live-action portrayal of a Wookiee Jedi wielding a lightsaber. Say hello to Kelnacca, a fresh addition to the galaxy’s roster of characters.
SUGGESTEDLeslye Headland Admits One Writer of The...
Star Wars: The Acolyte | Disney
As the character’s first glimpse is revealed, one hilarious burning question clouds the minds of the fans, why does Chewbacca prefer going au naturel while this Wookiee Jedi rocks a striking ensemble?
Meet The Wookiee Jedi in Star Wars’ Latest Offering, The Acolyte
In a groundbreaking moment for the Star Wars universe, the upcoming series The Acolyte will debut the first-ever live-action portrayal of a Wookiee Jedi wielding a lightsaber. Say hello to Kelnacca, a fresh addition to the galaxy’s roster of characters.
SUGGESTEDLeslye Headland Admits One Writer of The...
- 5/19/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
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” stands out for several reasons, primarily as the first live-action series (second overall) set in the High Republic era, a period defined by the Jedi Order’s zenith.
The premise revolves around a mysterious force hunting Jedi across the galaxy, promising a dark, detective-style narrative. Director Leslye Headland suggests viewers will sympathize with the underdog and even the “bad guy” in this intriguing tale.
A recent trailer for the show hinted at the introduction of the “Lightwhip,” a distinctive and significant weapon historically associated with Vernestra Rwoh, a character faithfully adapted from the books and set to have a prominent role in ‘The Acolyte.’
Lightwhips are exceptional weapons crafted from lightsaber energy, resembling traditional whips. Originally utilized by Jedi during the Sith Wars, they proved effective against specific Sith techniques. Although rare among Jedi by the High Republic Era, they found adoption by the Nightsisters, a...
The premise revolves around a mysterious force hunting Jedi across the galaxy, promising a dark, detective-style narrative. Director Leslye Headland suggests viewers will sympathize with the underdog and even the “bad guy” in this intriguing tale.
A recent trailer for the show hinted at the introduction of the “Lightwhip,” a distinctive and significant weapon historically associated with Vernestra Rwoh, a character faithfully adapted from the books and set to have a prominent role in ‘The Acolyte.’
Lightwhips are exceptional weapons crafted from lightsaber energy, resembling traditional whips. Originally utilized by Jedi during the Sith Wars, they proved effective against specific Sith techniques. Although rare among Jedi by the High Republic Era, they found adoption by the Nightsisters, a...
- 5/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ is a significant show for plenty of reasons, the most being tied to the fact that it’s the first live-action show (second overall) to take place during the High Republic. An era in Star Wars lore that was marked by the massive influence of Jedi, as the order was during its golden age during this time period.
Not much is known about the premise of the show except that someone (or something) is hunting down Jedi all across the galaxy and systematically killing them off. It’s going to be a Jedi detective story with a dark twist, and based on Leslye Headland’s previous interviews, we should really be rooting for the underdog and the “bad guy” in the show.
One of the recent trailers for the show also teased the addition of the so-called “Lightwhip,” it is one unique and very special weapon historically carried by Vernestra Rwoh,...
Not much is known about the premise of the show except that someone (or something) is hunting down Jedi all across the galaxy and systematically killing them off. It’s going to be a Jedi detective story with a dark twist, and based on Leslye Headland’s previous interviews, we should really be rooting for the underdog and the “bad guy” in the show.
One of the recent trailers for the show also teased the addition of the so-called “Lightwhip,” it is one unique and very special weapon historically carried by Vernestra Rwoh,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
In The Acolyte, Jedi are being killed — but who’s doing the killing? That appears to be one of the central mysteries of the show… and believe it or not, the answer might already be right in front of us. Here’s why we think we might’ve unmasked The Acolyte’s Sith Lord. A Key Sith Phrase In The Acolyte’s second trailer, there’s either an obvious clue about the Sith Lord’s identity or a massive misdirect. When we see Manny Jacinto’s character, Qimir, he tells Mae (Amandla Stenberg) that “peace is a lie.” That particular choice of words pricked up the ears of many a Star Wars fan, who recognized it as the first line of the Code of the Sith. As far as we currently know, ...
- 5/18/2024
- TV Insider
Star Wars franchise has plenty of projects in the making, there’s two projects we are expecting this year, namely ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ and ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew.’ But besides shows, there are a couple of movies in the works as well, one of them being James Mangold’s Star Wars movie, and there’s little we know about it.
Recently, however, SFX Magazin reported that Mangold’s new movie will be titled “Star Wars: Jedi Prime.’ This wasn’t confirmed in an official sense but due to the credibility of the source it’s as good as confirmed.
Simon Emanuel has seemingly revealed that James Mangold’s #StarWars film will be titled:
‘Star Wars: Jedi Prime’.
(via @SFXmagazine) pic.twitter.com/ftyi0qJ4EX
— Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) May 17, 2024
After Disney acquired Lucasfilm, James Mangold was initially set to direct a Boba Fett film inspired by Sergio Leone,...
Recently, however, SFX Magazin reported that Mangold’s new movie will be titled “Star Wars: Jedi Prime.’ This wasn’t confirmed in an official sense but due to the credibility of the source it’s as good as confirmed.
Simon Emanuel has seemingly revealed that James Mangold’s #StarWars film will be titled:
‘Star Wars: Jedi Prime’.
(via @SFXmagazine) pic.twitter.com/ftyi0qJ4EX
— Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) May 17, 2024
After Disney acquired Lucasfilm, James Mangold was initially set to direct a Boba Fett film inspired by Sergio Leone,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
The Star Wars franchise is bustling with upcoming projects, including anticipated releases like ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ and ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ slated for this year. Alongside the series, there are also a few movies in development, including one helmed by James Mangold.
Details about Mangold’s Star Wars project have been scarce, but according to a recent report by SFX Magazine, the film is rumored to be titled “Star Wars: Jedi Prime.” While not officially confirmed, the credibility of the source suggests this information is highly reliable.
Simon Emanuel has seemingly revealed that James Mangold’s #StarWars film will be titled:
‘Star Wars: Jedi Prime’.
(via @SFXmagazine) pic.twitter.com/ftyi0qJ4EX
— Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) May 17, 2024
Following Disney’s acquisition of Lucasfilm, James Mangold initially signed on to direct a Boba Fett film inspired by Sergio Leone, which later transformed into the series “The Book of Boba Fett.
Details about Mangold’s Star Wars project have been scarce, but according to a recent report by SFX Magazine, the film is rumored to be titled “Star Wars: Jedi Prime.” While not officially confirmed, the credibility of the source suggests this information is highly reliable.
Simon Emanuel has seemingly revealed that James Mangold’s #StarWars film will be titled:
‘Star Wars: Jedi Prime’.
(via @SFXmagazine) pic.twitter.com/ftyi0qJ4EX
— Cosmic Marvel (@cosmic_marvel) May 17, 2024
Following Disney’s acquisition of Lucasfilm, James Mangold initially signed on to direct a Boba Fett film inspired by Sergio Leone, which later transformed into the series “The Book of Boba Fett.
- 5/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
James Mangold has had an interesting filmography over the years venturing in various genres and not typecasting himself to a certain type of filmmaker. Films like Girl Interrupted, Walk the Line, 3:10 to Yuma, Logan, and Ford v Ferrari proved that Mangold could competently handle various genres with great relatability and emotional heft.
James Mangold most recently directed Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny
Mangold continued venturing into blockbuster studio filmmaking with 2023’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny which did not fare well. He is set to direct an upcoming Star Wars film and franchise producer Simon Emanuel seemingly revealed the film’s title. Ironically, the title has a striking resemblance to an important element of Dune, adding to the discourse of Star Wars being a Dune rip-off.
Possible Title of James Mangold’s Star Wars Film Is Too Similar to Dune‘s Giedi Prime Giedi Prime...
James Mangold most recently directed Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny
Mangold continued venturing into blockbuster studio filmmaking with 2023’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny which did not fare well. He is set to direct an upcoming Star Wars film and franchise producer Simon Emanuel seemingly revealed the film’s title. Ironically, the title has a striking resemblance to an important element of Dune, adding to the discourse of Star Wars being a Dune rip-off.
Possible Title of James Mangold’s Star Wars Film Is Too Similar to Dune‘s Giedi Prime Giedi Prime...
- 5/18/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
In the Star Wars universe, the lightsaber is an iconic part of the series as the weapon is not merely a tool used in the battle between a Sith and a Jedi. The glowing blade with striking colors like green, blue, purple, and red, captures the attention of the audience and the distinctive sound adds to its popularity.
The poster of The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd.
However, it looks like The Acolyte is going to make a change as they introduce a Lightsaber Whip, which has divided its fanbase. Heated debates have been taking place all over the internet on how adding it would ruin the franchise’s popularity. Though new additions to the franchise have always been accepted by its fans, even they think that the addition of this bizarre weapon is a bit too ridiculous.
The Star Wars Universe is Divided Over The Addition of The Lightsaber Whip...
The poster of The Acolyte. Credits: Lucasfilm Ltd.
However, it looks like The Acolyte is going to make a change as they introduce a Lightsaber Whip, which has divided its fanbase. Heated debates have been taking place all over the internet on how adding it would ruin the franchise’s popularity. Though new additions to the franchise have always been accepted by its fans, even they think that the addition of this bizarre weapon is a bit too ridiculous.
The Star Wars Universe is Divided Over The Addition of The Lightsaber Whip...
- 5/18/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Star Wars: James Mangold's First Jedi Movie May Have Just Got A New Title With Ties To The Last Jedi
During last April's Star Wars Celebration in London, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny director James Mangold confirmed plans to head into a Galaxy Far, Far Away to tell the story of the First Jedi.
While it's been revealed that this Star Wars movie will be set roughly 25,000 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, few updates have been shared since. That's likely because the Logan director is currently busy shooting his Bob Dylan biopic.
Talking to SFX (via SFFGazette.com), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and The Acolyte producer Simon Emanuel potentially revealed a new title for a movie we've been referring to as Dawn of the Jedi.
"James Mangold's Jedi Prime is set thousands and thousands of years before [the original trilogy]," he said, "and I'm really excited to see what happens there."
Jedi Prime?
Not only is that a pretty cool name, but it may have major implications for the movie itself.
While it's been revealed that this Star Wars movie will be set roughly 25,000 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, few updates have been shared since. That's likely because the Logan director is currently busy shooting his Bob Dylan biopic.
Talking to SFX (via SFFGazette.com), Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and The Acolyte producer Simon Emanuel potentially revealed a new title for a movie we've been referring to as Dawn of the Jedi.
"James Mangold's Jedi Prime is set thousands and thousands of years before [the original trilogy]," he said, "and I'm really excited to see what happens there."
Jedi Prime?
Not only is that a pretty cool name, but it may have major implications for the movie itself.
- 5/18/2024
- 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 Acolyte's Fight Scenes Are Real and They Took Intensive Training - Main Image
Star Wars has featured some of the most iconic fights on the big screen, from The Phantom Menace’s Duel of the Fates to Revenge of the Sith’s Duel on Mustafar. And after a long while, the action will continue in the new Disney+ series The Acolyte.
The trailers for The Acolyte have given a glimpse of the incoming fights, from the colourful battle of the lightsabers to the use of the Force.
Among the many characters the show will introduce, one who takes the lead is Amandla Stenberg’s Jedi Padawan Mae.
One of the major fights in the series will be Mae’s (Carrie-Anne Moss) face-off with Jedi Master Indara.
Stenberg underwent gruelling fight training to do this, from studying the basic foundation of martial arts to performing complicated stunts.
Amandla Stenberg’s...
Star Wars has featured some of the most iconic fights on the big screen, from The Phantom Menace’s Duel of the Fates to Revenge of the Sith’s Duel on Mustafar. And after a long while, the action will continue in the new Disney+ series The Acolyte.
The trailers for The Acolyte have given a glimpse of the incoming fights, from the colourful battle of the lightsabers to the use of the Force.
Among the many characters the show will introduce, one who takes the lead is Amandla Stenberg’s Jedi Padawan Mae.
One of the major fights in the series will be Mae’s (Carrie-Anne Moss) face-off with Jedi Master Indara.
Stenberg underwent gruelling fight training to do this, from studying the basic foundation of martial arts to performing complicated stunts.
Amandla Stenberg’s...
- 5/17/2024
- EpicStream
Lo ha anunciado Lee Jung-jae. © Netflix
¡Por fin! La fecha de estreno de la esperadísima segunda temporada de “El Juego del Calamar” ha sido revelada por su protagonista, Lee Jung-jae, durante el evento de Disney Upfronts, donde estaba promocionando su próxima serie, “The Acolyte”.
El actor ha anunciado que la segunda temporada de “El Juego del Calamar” se estrenará en diciembre a Netflix.
La primera temporada de “El Juego del Calamar” se estrenó en septiembre de 2021 y rápidamente se convirtió en un fenómeno mundial. La serie sigue a 456 jugadores que compiten en juegos populares infantiles por un tentador premio en metálico, pero con consecuencias mortales para los perdedores. El éxito de la serie fue innegable: se convirtió en el programa más visto de Netflix y recibió elogios de la crítica, ganando seis premios Emmy en 2022, incluido el de Mejor Dirección para Hwang. Ahora ya sabemos cuándo llegará la nueva temporada.
¡Por fin! La fecha de estreno de la esperadísima segunda temporada de “El Juego del Calamar” ha sido revelada por su protagonista, Lee Jung-jae, durante el evento de Disney Upfronts, donde estaba promocionando su próxima serie, “The Acolyte”.
El actor ha anunciado que la segunda temporada de “El Juego del Calamar” se estrenará en diciembre a Netflix.
La primera temporada de “El Juego del Calamar” se estrenó en septiembre de 2021 y rápidamente se convirtió en un fenómeno mundial. La serie sigue a 456 jugadores que compiten en juegos populares infantiles por un tentador premio en metálico, pero con consecuencias mortales para los perdedores. El éxito de la serie fue innegable: se convirtió en el programa más visto de Netflix y recibió elogios de la crítica, ganando seis premios Emmy en 2022, incluido el de Mejor Dirección para Hwang. Ahora ya sabemos cuándo llegará la nueva temporada.
- 5/17/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
‘The Acolyte’ is an upcoming TV series within the expansive Star Wars universe, crafted by Leslye Headland. Positioned at the conclusion of the High Republic era, predating the events of the core Star Wars films, the show features Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae in pivotal roles. Headland’s fascination with the Star Wars saga sparked in 2019, leading to the series’ development under Lucasfilm starting in April 2020.
Announced in December, filming unfolded from October 2022 to June 2023. With its premiere slated for June 4, 2024, on Disney+, anticipation mounts as we approach the release date. However, early reactions on social media are decidedly mixed.
Some of the creator’s statements, as well as what has been revealed through trailers, clips, and set photos, haven’t exactly ignited enthusiasm among fans for the show. While some are urging fellow fans to reserve judgment until after watching the first two episodes, others are advocating for a complete boycott,...
Announced in December, filming unfolded from October 2022 to June 2023. With its premiere slated for June 4, 2024, on Disney+, anticipation mounts as we approach the release date. However, early reactions on social media are decidedly mixed.
Some of the creator’s statements, as well as what has been revealed through trailers, clips, and set photos, haven’t exactly ignited enthusiasm among fans for the show. While some are urging fellow fans to reserve judgment until after watching the first two episodes, others are advocating for a complete boycott,...
- 5/16/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘The Acolyte’ is an upcoming television series set in the Star Wars universe, created by Leslye Headland. It takes place at the end of the High Republic era, before the events of the main Star Wars films. Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae are starring in the leading roles. Headland’s interest in the Star Wars franchise began in 2019, and she started developing the series for Lucasfilm in April 2020.
The title was announced in December, and filming took place from October 2022 to June 2023. The eight-episode series is set to premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024. Now we’re only a few weeks away from the show being released, and the reactions on social media to the show are, mixed, to say the least.
Some of the creator’s statements, as well as what was shown through trailers, clips, and set photos didn’t exactly make fans excited over the show. While some...
The title was announced in December, and filming took place from October 2022 to June 2023. The eight-episode series is set to premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024. Now we’re only a few weeks away from the show being released, and the reactions on social media to the show are, mixed, to say the least.
Some of the creator’s statements, as well as what was shown through trailers, clips, and set photos didn’t exactly make fans excited over the show. While some...
- 5/16/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
The recent release of the trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ has generated significant excitement, particularly with its promise of action-packed scenes. Creator Leslye Headland has consistently emphasized this aspect in her various media appearances.
Describing the series as a fusion of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, she highlighted influences from Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer itself offered glimpses of these elements, with Headland elaborating on how ‘Acolyte’ will present a unique perspective by portraying Jedi as outnumbering Sith for the first time in the franchise’s history.
Numerous cast members of the show have already shared insights into their rigorous training routines. Now, Amandla Stenberg, set to portray Mae, one of the main characters, opened up about the challenges she faced for the producers. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, she detailed her commitment to immersing herself fully in every training regimen and sequence presented to her.
Describing the series as a fusion of ‘Frozen’ and ‘Kill Bill’, she highlighted influences from Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer itself offered glimpses of these elements, with Headland elaborating on how ‘Acolyte’ will present a unique perspective by portraying Jedi as outnumbering Sith for the first time in the franchise’s history.
Numerous cast members of the show have already shared insights into their rigorous training routines. Now, Amandla Stenberg, set to portray Mae, one of the main characters, opened up about the challenges she faced for the producers. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, she detailed her commitment to immersing herself fully in every training regimen and sequence presented to her.
- 5/16/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Recently, the trailer for ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ was released, and it promised a lot of action, something that the creator herself, Leslye Headland promised in her many appearances across the media.
She explained that she pitched ‘Acolyte’ as ‘Frozen’ meets ‘Kill Bill’ and was heavily influenced by Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer already showcased plenty of that, and Headland went to great lengths to explain how ‘Acolyte’ will for the first time ever present Jedi as being vastly superior in numbers to Sith.
Plenty of stars in the show already commented their arduous training regimes, and now Amandla Stenberg who will be portraying Mae, one of the main characters in the show described how she “pain” for the producers. She decided to dive deep into every routine and training sequence presented before her in her recent interview for Entertainment Weekly.
I was such a pain in the...
She explained that she pitched ‘Acolyte’ as ‘Frozen’ meets ‘Kill Bill’ and was heavily influenced by Wuxia films and Samurai action. The trailer already showcased plenty of that, and Headland went to great lengths to explain how ‘Acolyte’ will for the first time ever present Jedi as being vastly superior in numbers to Sith.
Plenty of stars in the show already commented their arduous training regimes, and now Amandla Stenberg who will be portraying Mae, one of the main characters in the show described how she “pain” for the producers. She decided to dive deep into every routine and training sequence presented before her in her recent interview for Entertainment Weekly.
I was such a pain in the...
- 5/16/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
The Disney-acquired Star Wars live-action lore is unarguably really trying to tighten its grip around the fandom. However, that doesn’t seem to be working, considering fans’ reaction to its latest and upcoming series, with very few series and fans as an exception. Even The Acolyte, which is the next series lined up for release this year from the saga, is ceasing to amuse fans.
The Acolyte.
This stands true because, even before its final release, this soon-to-hit-streaming series has gained massive criticism from fans because of all the changes it will be bringing to the previously massively fan-favorite lore. What’s worse is that this criticism doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon, considering how Jimmy Kimmel recently added even more misery to this project with his roasting.
The Acolyte Recently Got Brutally Roasted by Jimmy Kimmel
While not appealing to fans is one thing, even comedian Jimmy...
The Acolyte.
This stands true because, even before its final release, this soon-to-hit-streaming series has gained massive criticism from fans because of all the changes it will be bringing to the previously massively fan-favorite lore. What’s worse is that this criticism doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon, considering how Jimmy Kimmel recently added even more misery to this project with his roasting.
The Acolyte Recently Got Brutally Roasted by Jimmy Kimmel
While not appealing to fans is one thing, even comedian Jimmy...
- 5/15/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
The Acolyte trailer didn’t do much to garner the interest of Star Wars fans. But it appears that showrunner Leslye Headland is doing some damage control. Her latest interview comments have managed to gain the attention of many fans as she revealed her inspiration behind the series and the several references she used in it. Headland shared that she drew inspiration for The Acolyte from her favorite Clone Wars episode, The Wrong Jedi.
Amandla Stenberg as Mae in Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte
Set at the end of the High Republic era, The Acolyte explores the story of a respected Jedi master investigating a series of crimes involving a former Padawan. The series stars Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-Jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, and Carrie-Anne Moss in crucial roles.
Leslye Headland Shares The Star Wars Films & Shows That Inspired The Acolyte
Leslye Headland says The Clone Wars episode The Wrong...
Amandla Stenberg as Mae in Leslye Headland’s The Acolyte
Set at the end of the High Republic era, The Acolyte explores the story of a respected Jedi master investigating a series of crimes involving a former Padawan. The series stars Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-Jae, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, and Carrie-Anne Moss in crucial roles.
Leslye Headland Shares The Star Wars Films & Shows That Inspired The Acolyte
Leslye Headland says The Clone Wars episode The Wrong...
- 5/15/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
“Jimmy Kimmel Live!” host Jimmy Kimmel once again shared the Disney upfronts stage on Tuesday, providing his zingers in person for advertisers and media buyers at the programming presentation for the first time in five years. That’s because last year Kimmel didn’t attend due to the Hollywood WGA strikes. And in 2022, he was in New York — but had to be beamed in to do his routine after testing positive for Covid. (The 2021 and 2020 upfronts were virtual because of the pandemic.)
“Two years ago, I couldn’t be here in person because I had Covid. And last year, I couldn’t be here because of the writer’s strike. And this year I couldn’t think of a third excuse,” Kimmel said. “I tried diarrhea on the plane, but I guess they get that all the time now.”
Kimmel being Kimmel — he’s been doing this at the event for two decades now,...
“Two years ago, I couldn’t be here in person because I had Covid. And last year, I couldn’t be here because of the writer’s strike. And this year I couldn’t think of a third excuse,” Kimmel said. “I tried diarrhea on the plane, but I guess they get that all the time now.”
Kimmel being Kimmel — he’s been doing this at the event for two decades now,...
- 5/14/2024
- by Michael Schneider
- Variety Film + TV
The theme of Disney’s 2024 upfront presentation to advertisers Tuesday was “connections” — and not just because of the running bit started by “Deadpool” star Ryan Reynolds and “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” star Rob McElhenney, which involved their constant replaying of a five-second ad spot that said “Connections!” with a Disneyified logo and voiceover.
No, the symbol of unity across Disney’s brands was made up of a slew of announcements from Marvel, and about such other high-wattage projects as “Star Wars,” “The Bear,” “Only Murders in the Building,” the “Wizards of Waverly Place” sequel series, “9-1-1,” Ryan Murphy’s new slate of FX titles and more franchises with intersecting talent.
Disney kicked off the event when Oscar-winning “Poor Things” star Emma Stone introduced the Mouse House’s big boss, Bob Iger — a job like that would traditionally go to a top ABC star. The use of film talent like...
No, the symbol of unity across Disney’s brands was made up of a slew of announcements from Marvel, and about such other high-wattage projects as “Star Wars,” “The Bear,” “Only Murders in the Building,” the “Wizards of Waverly Place” sequel series, “9-1-1,” Ryan Murphy’s new slate of FX titles and more franchises with intersecting talent.
Disney kicked off the event when Oscar-winning “Poor Things” star Emma Stone introduced the Mouse House’s big boss, Bob Iger — a job like that would traditionally go to a top ABC star. The use of film talent like...
- 5/14/2024
- by Jennifer Maas
- Variety Film + TV
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace Nabs Surprising Disney+ Viewership Record - Main Image
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace has claimed an impressive Disney+ viewership record just in time for its 25th anniversary.
The first installment in the Star Wars prequel trilogy received a polarizing reception during its initial release in the summer of 1999. However, since then, there has been a growing appreciation for the film as there are fans who have defended it from the criticisms.
This year, the film is celebrating its 25th anniversary through special re-release screenings in theaters that were accompanied by a sneak peek of the upcoming series The Acolyte.
Also Read: The Mandalorian and Grogu Casts Sigourney Weaver in Mystery Role
The Phantom Menace is Now the Most Viewed Star Wars Movie on Disney+
A recent report has confirmed that Star Wars: The Phantom Menace is now the most Star Wars movie on Disney+ worldwide.
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace has claimed an impressive Disney+ viewership record just in time for its 25th anniversary.
The first installment in the Star Wars prequel trilogy received a polarizing reception during its initial release in the summer of 1999. However, since then, there has been a growing appreciation for the film as there are fans who have defended it from the criticisms.
This year, the film is celebrating its 25th anniversary through special re-release screenings in theaters that were accompanied by a sneak peek of the upcoming series The Acolyte.
Also Read: The Mandalorian and Grogu Casts Sigourney Weaver in Mystery Role
The Phantom Menace is Now the Most Viewed Star Wars Movie on Disney+
A recent report has confirmed that Star Wars: The Phantom Menace is now the most Star Wars movie on Disney+ worldwide.
- 5/14/2024
- EpicStream
Last year, big screen icon Arnold Schwarzenegger made his small screen debut, starring as stogie-smoking CIA operative Luke Brunner in Netflix's action-comedy Fubar. With millions of viewers tuning in to see the streamer's Chief Action Officer in, er, action, a second season was greenlit within weeks. And with production already underway on Brunner's return, we now know who Luke and spook daughter Emma (Monica Barbaro) will be facing this time around — and folks, they're going to have their work cut out for them. None other than The Matrix's Trinity herself, Carrie-Anne Moss, has joined the cast of Fubar S2.
As THR reports, action veteran Moss is set to play Luke's former adversary — and former lover — Greta Nelso in the second season. An ex-East German spy who shares "a passionate history" with our man Luke, Greta will represent a new kind of challenge for Arnie's hero, who not...
As THR reports, action veteran Moss is set to play Luke's former adversary — and former lover — Greta Nelso in the second season. An ex-East German spy who shares "a passionate history" with our man Luke, Greta will represent a new kind of challenge for Arnie's hero, who not...
- 5/14/2024
- by Jordan King
- Empire - TV
After a disappointing 2023, which turned out to be rather anticlimactic due to the sudden Hollywood labor disputes that shut down almost the entire American film and television industry, with the exception of indie projects, 2024 is so far remarkably rich in releases. And the streaming services, in particular, have a long list of new offerings to satisfy even the most picky of users.
If, like us, you get excited every time you see new projects in the sci-fi and fantasy genre, then this article is definitely for you. From new seasons of popular TV series to live-action adaptations of famous franchises, from Lotr to Star Wars, here are ten of the most intriguing series that have already been released or are scheduled to be released on streaming services in 2024.
So, geeks, are you pleased with the 2024 releases?Such a rich year!50%No projects impress. 50%The Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy Shows to...
If, like us, you get excited every time you see new projects in the sci-fi and fantasy genre, then this article is definitely for you. From new seasons of popular TV series to live-action adaptations of famous franchises, from Lotr to Star Wars, here are ten of the most intriguing series that have already been released or are scheduled to be released on streaming services in 2024.
So, geeks, are you pleased with the 2024 releases?Such a rich year!50%No projects impress. 50%The Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy Shows to...
- 5/13/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
Fubar just got even better for its second season at Netflix as Matrix vet Carrie-Anne Moss boards the Arnold Schwarzenegger action comedy. The actress who is set to appear in Disney+‘s upcoming Star Wars series The Acolyte, has joined Fubar in the role of Greta Nelso, a former East German spy who has a passionate history with Schwarzenegger’s Luke Brunner. Danielle Cohen In Fubar, Luke Brunner is a veteran CIA operative who up until recently, was on the verge of retirement. After his last mission saving another operative, who happened to be his daughter, Luke is back and face-to-face with new villains. Greta is an old flame from Luke’s past who threatens to destroy the world if she doesn’t destroy Luke’s life first. Returning for Season 2 of the series alongside Schwarzenegger are Monica Barbaro, Fortune Feimster, Travis Van Winkle, Jay Baruchel, Aparna Brielle, Andy Buckley,...
- 5/13/2024
- TV Insider
Carrie-Anne Moss is set to join Arnold Schwarzenegger in Season 2 of Netflix’s spy adventure series Fubar.
Moss will play Greta Nelso, a former East German spy who has a passionate history with Luke Brunner (Schwarzenegger). After his last mission in saving another operative – who just so happened to be his daughter – he’s back and face to face with new villains. This one is an old flame from Luke’s past who threatens to destroy the world…if she doesn’t destroy his life first.
In addition to Schwarzenegger, Moss joins returning cast Monica Barbaro, Fortune Feimster, Travis Van Winkle, Jay Baruchel, Aparna Brielle, Andy Buckley, Milan Carter, Fabiana Udenio and Barbara Eve Harris.
Nick Santora serves as creator, showrunner and executive producer. Schwarzenegger executive produces alongside Adam Higgs, Scott Sullivan, Phil Abraham, Amy Pocha, Seth Cohen with Skydance’s David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Matt Thunell. The series is produced by Skydance Television.
Moss will play Greta Nelso, a former East German spy who has a passionate history with Luke Brunner (Schwarzenegger). After his last mission in saving another operative – who just so happened to be his daughter – he’s back and face to face with new villains. This one is an old flame from Luke’s past who threatens to destroy the world…if she doesn’t destroy his life first.
In addition to Schwarzenegger, Moss joins returning cast Monica Barbaro, Fortune Feimster, Travis Van Winkle, Jay Baruchel, Aparna Brielle, Andy Buckley, Milan Carter, Fabiana Udenio and Barbara Eve Harris.
Nick Santora serves as creator, showrunner and executive producer. Schwarzenegger executive produces alongside Adam Higgs, Scott Sullivan, Phil Abraham, Amy Pocha, Seth Cohen with Skydance’s David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Matt Thunell. The series is produced by Skydance Television.
- 5/13/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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