SummaryMaster Sol's (Lee Jung-jae) investigation of Jedi murders brings him into contact with his former padawan (Amandla Stenberg) in the live-action Star Wars series set 100 years before "The Phantom Menace."
Created By:Leslye Headland
The Acolyte
Season 1 Premiere:
Jun 4, 2024
Metascore
Generally Favorable
67
User score
Generally Unfavorable
3.1
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Jun 4, 2024
87
The Acolyte provides just that. Seeing the Jedi at the height of their powers is impressive. But seeing them, at their apex, utterly confused and at times powerless is even better. Jedi are being hunted but they have no idea who’s behind it or what the motivation is. Neither does the audience. The mystery of this series is what will keep you riveted to your screen.
Jun 4, 2024
80
“The Acolyte” delivers plenty of grim fun — and some witches, and more than one delightful, thoroughly soapy trope, having carved out a space and time where a murder mystery can movingly riff on some classic Star Wars hero’s quest silliness.
User score
Generally Unfavorable
26% Positive
527 Ratings
527 Ratings
7% Mixed
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139 Ratings
68% Negative
1391 Ratings
1391 Ratings
Mar 15, 2026
10
One of the best star wars shows in franchise. As a black **** trans woman, i enjoyed seeing the racist jedi getting deconstructed and the witches were likable because they looked like me. Season 2 needs to happen.
Jan 3, 2026
10
Too bad we aint gonna see darth plagueis further story, could really something good happen
Jun 4, 2024
80
The first two episodes hum with life and new ideas, but also challenge our understanding of good and evil, right and wrong, and the age-old conflict between Jedi and Sith.
Jun 4, 2024
67
Like the prequels, “The Acolyte” ponders many dark and complex subjects but, so far, lacks proper depth in this consideration. Still, “Star Wars” has always felt too torn to cast its White Knight heroes in too negative a light and thus has never quite committed to what could be much more morally damming parables. Nonetheless, “The Acolyte” feels like it’s going there. Now, it’s a matter of whether they’ll probe past the surface.
Jun 5, 2024
60
Things may skew a little familiar in the early running but the subversive Headland surely has some more sneaky rug-pulls up her sleeve, a tantalising prospect that makes The Acolyte worth sticking with.
Jun 4, 2024
50
The various plot mechanisms take about one and a half episodes to fully build up momentum, but once that happens, “The Acolyte” becomes a lot more intriguing. Still, the question remains: Do fans have the appetite for yet another “Star Wars” spinoff only fleetingly connected to the galaxy they know?
Jun 5, 2024
40
Despite the reported $180 million budget, it’s a show that shrinks the world rather than expanding it, blowing its money on lavish set pieces rather than building out environments for us to inhabit. The Acolyte acts like it’s swinging for the fences, but when the time comes, the best it can manage is a bunt.
Aug 5, 2025
10
Love it, underrated wished we got a second season, lets goooooo! Qimir is awesome
Dec 24, 2024
6
Die Serie ist gut gemacht. Im Grunde wird das Konzept von Anakin Skywalker kopiert (innerer Zwiespalt; Entscheid für die gute oder böse Seite der Macht). Story: Ein ehemaliger Padawan wird beschuldigt einen Jedi getötet zu haben. Schnell stellt sich heraus, dass es nicht sie, sondern die tot geglaubte Zwillingsschwester war. Die Assassinin bringt Jedi um, welche in der Vergangenheit ungerechte Taten vollzogen haben. Doch hinter der Assassinin steckt mehr: sie ist die Schülerin eines Sith. Nach einem Gefecht befinden sich die Zwillinge nun im 'feindlichen' Team. Sie erfahren so mehr von der Vergangenheit ihrer Schwester und müssen sich ihren Gefühlen stellen.
Sep 18, 2024
6
The Acolyte brings a refreshing change of pace to the Star Wars universe, blending a murder mystery with horror vibes and featuring a diverse cast. Here's what stood out:Jodie Turner-Smith's performance was captivating and brought a fresh energy to the series, making her character one of the most engaging. Carrie-Ann Moss, as always, delivered a powerful and compelling portrayal, adding depth and gravitas to her role. Manny Jacinto's charisma and acting skills were a standout, making his character one of the highlights of the **** fight choreography was expertly crafted, providing thrilling and dynamic combat scenes that kept me on the edge of my seat. The innovative and visually stunning use of Force powers and lightsabers added a unique flair, enhancing the overall excitement. A Wookie wielding a lightsaber is a fan's dream come true, adding an extra layer of excitement and novelty to the series.However, there were elements that fell short. Vernestra's character felt underdeveloped and directionless, making it hard to connect with her. It would have been more engaging to have Indara in her place. I also struggled to care about Osha and Mae, as these characters failed to evoke empathy or interest, detracting from the emotional weight of the story. Due to the lack of connection with Osha and Mae, moments meant to be tense felt hollow and unimpactful. Certain parts of the script and episode structure lacked the strength to create a fulfilling narrative arc, resulting in a disjointed experience.Despite these drawbacks, *The Acolyte* manages to carve out its own identity within the Star Wars franchise. The fight scenes are exhilarating, and the thought put into the story is evident. However, some scenes with CGI don't feel cohesive with the ADR, and at times, they seem lackluster compared to the rest of the Star Wars franchise.While there are weak points in character development and script, the series still offers a lot to enjoy for Star Wars fans. Its unique blend of genres and strong performances make it a worthwhile addition to the Star Wars saga.
Jun 5, 2024
3
The acolyte is one of the shows of all time what I mean by that is it’s really boring and bad
