What is The Acolyte about?

The Acolyte is an American science fiction television series that delves into the Star Wars universe, crafted by Leslye Headland for the Disney+ platform. The narrative situates itself towards the end of the High Republic era, an unexplored timeline preceding the Star Wars prequel films. The series is built around a gripping investigation led by a distinguished Jedi Master who faces off against a formidable warrior intertwined with his history. As this probing tale unfolds, investigating a sequence of unsettling crimes, the protagonists embark on a journey that draws them into the murky depths of the galaxy's underbelly, uncovering that the battle between dark and light forces is more intricate than it appears.\nThe ensemble cast includes notable talents such as Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, and Carrie-Anne Moss, among others, bringing a diverse range of characters to life in this cosmic saga. Behind the scenes, development of The Acolyte began with Headland's interest in a Star Wars project, propelling it forward with Lucasfilm as early as 2020. Principal photography occurred across various locations, capturing the expansive nature of the series' setting, with filming primarily in London and Berkshire's Shinfield Studios, as well as scenes shot in Wales and Portugal. With an initial two-episode premiere scheduled for June 4, 2024, on Disney+, the eight-episode series will continue to release on a weekly basis, promising a fresh perspective on the familiar yet expansive lore of Star Wars.

The first episode of The Acolyte aired on June 04, 2024 and the most recent episode to air was on Invalid Date.