Disney+ has finally revealed that the launch date for the highly anticipated Star Wars series, The Acolyte, is set for Tuesday, June 4.
The revelation came about on Monday with a surprise update featuring a fresh poster for The Acolyte via the official Star Wars Twitter account and teased that more information would be available the following day. The full poster is displayed below:
The series, created by Leslye Headland (Russian Doll), is described as a journey into “a galaxy of shadowy secrets and emerging dark-side powers in the final days of the High Republic era”. The plot follows a former Padawan as she rejoins her Jedi Master to investigate a series of mysterious crimes, only to unearth threats darker than they had imagined.
Starring an ensemble cast of renowned actors, including Amandla Stenberg (The Eddy), Lee Jung-jae (Squid Game), and Manny Jacinto (The Good Place), the series boats vast talent. Carrie-Anne Moss (Marvel’s Jessica Jones), Dafne Keen (His Dark Materials), Charlie Barnett (Russian Doll), and Jodie Turner-Smith (The Last Ship) are among others featured. Moreover, Dean-Charles Chapman (Game of Thrones) and Joonas Suotamo, reprising his role as Chewbacca from Solo: A Star Wars Story and the sequel trilogy, is set to portray a Wookiee Jedi named Kelnacca.
Are you planning to tune into Star Wars: The Acolyte on its release day? We’re eager to hear your thoughts!
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FAQ
- What is the new Star Wars series about?
The new series, The Acolyte, delves into the era of the High Republic, following a former Padawan and her Jedi Master as they explore a series of enigmatic crimes and confront emerging dark-side powers. - Who is in the cast of The Acolyte?
The series features a cast of television veterans including Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Carrie-Anne Moss, Dafne Keen, and others, with Joonas Suotamo playing a Wookiee Jedi. - When will The Acolyte be available on Disney Plus?
The series is scheduled to premiere on Tuesday, June 4, on Disney Plus.
Conclusion
The unveiling of the release date for The Acolyte heightens anticipation for the next chapter in the Star Wars saga. With a stellar cast and the creative force of Leslye Headland, the series promises to offer an intriguing exploration of the Star Wars universe’s darker elements. Disney+ subscribers and Star Wars fans alike have something new to look forward to this June, marking another addition to the streaming service’s expanding library of exclusive content.