The upcomingDisney+series is set to take place roughly a century before the events of 2001’sThe Phantom Menace.
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Headland told the outlet.
‘The Acolyte’ showrunner Leslye Headland teased that the series will pull inspiration from the franchise’s expanded universe.Monica Schipper/Getty Images
What are the scenarios that led us to this moment?"
Below is everything we know so far aboutThe Acolyte.
Who will direct, write, and produce?
Amandla Stenberg, Manny Jacinto, and Jodie Turner-Smith are all set to star in ‘The Acolyte’.Irvin Rivera/Getty Images; Rich Polk/Getty Images; Daniele Venturelli/Getty Images
No additional crew have been announced.
Who has been cast so far?
Both Suotamo and Lee will be playing Jedis, with Suotamo playing the first-ever live-action Wookiee Jedi.
Footage shown at the 2023 Star Wars Celebration also showedThe Matrixstar Carrie-Anne Moss flexing her Force powers as well.
What is it about?
Details surroundingThe Acolyte’s storyline are hazy outside of its mystery-thriller genre and chronology within theStar Warsuniverse.
When will The Acolyte premiere on Disney+?
The Acolyte will premiere on Disney+ on June 4, 2024.
This article will be updated as more information comes in.
